APC UPS user manual Storage, Replacing the Battery Module

4:STORAGE, MAINTENANCE, AND TRANSPORTING

Storage

Store the UPS covered and positioned as for proper functioning, in a cool, dry location, with the bat- teries fully charged.

At -15 to +30 °C (+5 to +86 °F), charge the UPS battery every six months.

At +30 to +45 °C (+86 to +113 °F), charge the UPS battery every three months.

Replacing the Battery Module

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 for this proce- dure. See your dealer or contact APC at the web site, www.apc.com/support for information on re- placement battery modules.

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

Be careful during the following steps-the battery module is heavy.

REMOVING THE FRONT BEZEL AND BATTERY MODULE

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