American Power Conversion SYMINIF-PD Battery Module Replacement, Removing a Battery Module

Chapter 8 - Module Replacement

Battery Module Replacement

The following section provides the procedure for replacing a battery module.

Removing a Battery Module

νThe battery module weighs approx. 60 lbs. Two people are required to lift and handle a battery module.

1.Remove the grill cover from in front of the module to be replaced. Note that the module bays are labeled to corre- spond with the PowerView.

2.Battery modules are designed with a “drop lock” that holds them securely in the Power Array frame. Slightly lift the front handle of the battery module, and pull it forward to the safety stop.

3.With one person on either side of the battery module, as- sume the full weight of the module.

4.The safety stop retaining flange passes through the notch in the frame as the battery module is removed. See figure 8-5.

Fig 8-5Battery Module Retaining Flange

5.If the module has failed and needs to be disposed of, return it to the appropriate service provider, or directly to APC for recycyling.

Note: The Battery Module contains sealed, non-spillable lead acid batteries. These must be recycled or disposed of properly.

Installing the Replacement Module

Refer to chapter 5 for the battery module installation proce- dure.

Replacement Battery Module Verification

From the startup screen, press any key to open the top level menu screen. Follow the sequence in figure 8-6 to insure that the new battery module is recognized by the Power Array sys- tem, and is functioning properly. (Status: OK).

Fig 8-6Replacement Battery Module Verification

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