Troubleshooting

Use this chart to solve minor UPS installation and operation problems. Refer to www.apc.com for assistance with complex UPS problems.

Problem and/or Possible Cause

Solution

UPS will not turn on

The battery is not connected properly.

Check that the battery connector is fully engaged.

button not pushed.

Press the

button once to power-up the UPS and connected equipment.

The UPS is not connected to utility

Check that the power cable from the UPS to the utility power supply is

power supply.

securely connected at both ends.

Very low or no utility voltage

Check the utility power supply to the UPS by plugging in a table lamp. If the

 

light is very dim, have the utility voltage checked.

UPS will not turn off

 

 

The UPS is experiencing an internal fault

Do not attempt to use the UPS. Unplug the UPS and have it serviced immediately.

UPS beeps occasionally

Normal UPS operation when running on battery.

None: The UPS is protecting the connected equipment. Press the

button

to silence this alarm.

 

UPS is not providing expected backup time

The UPS battery(s) are weak due to a recent power outage or battery(s) are near the end of their service life.

Charge the battery(s). Batteries require recharging after extended outages. Batteries can wear faster when put into service often or when operated at elevated temperatures. If the battery(s) are near the end of their service life, consider replacing the battery(s) even if the replace battery LED is not yet illuminated.

All LEDs are illuminated and the UPS emits a constant beeping

The UPS is experiencing an internal fault.

Do not attempt to use the UPS. Unplug the UPS and have it serviced immediately.

Front panel LEDs flash sequentially

The UPS has been shut down remotely through software or an optional accessory card.

None: The UPS will restart automatically when utility power returns.

All LEDs are off and the UPS is plugged into a wall outlet

The UPS is shut down or the battery is discharged from an extended outage.

None: The UPS will restart automatically when utility power is restored and the battery has a sufficient charge.

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Smart-UPS 5000 VA 208/230 Vac Tower/Rack-Mount 5U User Manual

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APC 208 Vac user manual Troubleshooting, Problem and/or Possible Cause Solution