Powerware 9 Resetting the UPS, Silencing the Alarm

Troubleshooting

Condition	Possible Cause	Action
	UPS internal temperature is too	Shut down the UPS. Clear vents. Remove
	high. The alarm beeps and the	any heat sources. Wait approximately
OVERTEMP	UPS switches to Bypass mode	5 minutes and retry.
	for approximately 10 minutes,	Contact your service representative if
	allowing the UPS to cool down.	condition persists.
	Weak battery while in Normal	Allow the battery to charge for 24 hours,
	mode. The alarm beeps.	then retest. Have batteries replaced if
		condition persists.
BATTERY	Battery breaker is open (O).	Verify that the battery circuit breaker is in
	Battery breaker is open (O).	Verify that the battery circuit breaker is in
		the ON ( ) position.
	Battery cabinet is not properly	Verify that the battery cords are
	connected to the UPS.	connected.
	Weak battery while in Bypass	This usually indicates that the batteries
	mode.	need replacing or the UPS requires service.
		Contact your service representative.

BATTERY

Self Test failure. UPS internal problem.

SELF TEST

The UPS may switch to Bypass mode, depending on the circumstances.

Reset the UPS by pressing the Output On button until the alarm beeps.

Contact your service representative if condition persists.

To reset the UPS while an alarm condition is present, press the

Output On button until the UPS alarm beeps.

To silence the alarm for an existing fault, press and hold the Output On button for one second. The alarm becomes quiet.

If UPS status changes, the alarm beeps, overriding previous alarm silencing. Press the Output On button again to silence the alarm.

Powerware® 9 Prestige Series User’s Guide (600 VA - 1800 VA) : www.powerware.com