Chapter 12 UPS Maintenance

This section explains how to:

￿Care for the UPS and batteries

￿Recycle used batteries

￿Use the Maintenance Bypass switch

UPS and Battery Care

For the best preventive maintenance, keep the area around the UPS clean and dust-free. If the atmosphere is very dusty, clean the outside of the system with a vacuum cleaner.

For full battery life, keep the UPS at an ambient temperature of 77°F (25°C).

Storing the UPS and Batteries

When storing the UPS and optional cabinets, the following requirements should be met:

￿Verify that the battery circuit breaker is in the OFF position.

￿Avoid temperature and humidity extremes. To maximize battery life, the recommended storage temperature is 59°F (15°C) to 77°F (25°C).

￿If you store the UPS for a long period, recharge the batteries every 10 months by applying utility power. The batteries charge to 80% capacity in approximately 3 hours. However, it is recommended that the batteries charge for 48 hours after long-term storage.

￿Check the battery recharge date on the shipping carton label. If the date has expired and the batteries were never recharged, do not use the UPS. Contact your service representative.

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