C H A P T E R 5
TROUBLESHOOTING
The front panel LEDs and an audible beep indicate the UPS status (see Table 6). The UPS beeps whenever the unit is on battery power or an alarm is present.
Table 6. Troubleshooting
Alarm or Condition | Possible Cause | What to Do | |
| Normal operation. | None. The UPS is operating in Normal mode. | |
| Line loss due to: |
| |
| Utility power outage. | Wait for utility power to return. | |
| Loose plug connection. | Check the power cord connections. | |
| Tripped circuit breaker. | Reset the circuit breaker. | |
1 beep every 5 seconds.
Power cord failure. Contact your service representative for a new power cord.
Low battery alarm; shutdown is imminent.
Prepare for a UPS shutdown. Save your work and turn off your equipment.
The unit automatically restarts when acceptable power returns.
2 beeps every 5 seconds.
The battery needs charging or service.
3 beeps every 5 seconds.
Turn the UPS off and plug the UPS into a power outlet for 24 hours to charge the battery. Turn the UPS on to test the battery. If the alarm still beeps, see •Replacing Batteries" on page 7 to replace the battery.
3 beeps every 5 minutes.
The battery is discharged and battery power is not available.
The UPS automatically recharges the battery. The alarm clears when the battery is recharged.
NOTE If the UPS has not recharged the battery after
24 hours, the alarm changes to 3 beeps every 5 seconds and the battery must be replaced. See •Replacing Batteries" on page 7 to replace the battery.
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