APC 990-2233A Storage, Maintenance, Transport, and Service, To Install a Replacement Battery

Storage, Maintenance, Transport, and Service

Storage, Maintenance, Transport, and Service

Storage

Store the UPS covered in a cool, dry location with the battery(s) fully charged. At 5° to 113° F (–15° to 45° C), charge the UPS battery every six months.

To Install a Replacement Battery

This UPS has an easy-to-replace, hot-swappable battery module. Replacement is a safe procedure, isolated from electrical hazards. You may leave the UPS and connected equipment on during the replacement procedure. See your dealer or contact APC at the Web site, www.apc.com for information on replacement battery modules.

The battery replacement procedure must include replacing all battery modules in the UPS and connected external battery pack(s).

1.Remove all battery modules in the UPS.

a.Remove the front bezel  and screws .

b.Pull down the battery cover  and disconnect the top battery .

Once the batteries are disconnected, the connected equipment is not protected from power outages.

c.Remove the top battery module .

d.Remove the bottom battery module .

2.Recycle old batteries.

Be sure to deliver the spent batteries  to a recycling facility or ship to APC in the replacement battery packing material.

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