Tripp Lite BC Internet, BC Personal Important Safety Instructions

• Install your UPS indoors,away from excess moisture or heat, dust or direct sunlight.

• For best performance,keep the indoor temperature between between 32º F and 104º F

(0º C and 40º C).

• Leave adequate space around all sides of the UPS for proper ventilation.

• Connect your UPS directly to a properly grounded AC power outlet. Do not plug the

UPS into itself; this will damage the UPS.

• Do not modify the UPS's plug,and do not use an adapter that would eliminate the UPS's

ground connection.

• Do not use extension cords to connect the UPS to an AC outlet. Your warranty will be

voided if anything other than Tripp Lite surge suppressors are used to connect your UPS to

an outlet.

• If the UPS receives power from a motor-powered AC generator,the generator must

provide clean,filtered, computer-grade output.

• Do not use Tripp Lite UPS Systems for life support appliances in which a malfunction

or failure of a Tripp Lite UPS System could cause failure or significantly alter the

performance of a life-support device.

• Do not connect surge suppressors or extension cords to the output of your UPS. This

may damage the UPS and will void the surge suppressor and UPS warranties.

• Your UPS does not require routine maintenance. Do not open your UPS for any reason.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

• Battery replacement must be performed by qualified service personnel. Because the

batteries present a risk of electrical shock and burn from high short-circuit current,

observe proper precautions. Unplug and turn off the UPS before performing battery

replacement. Use tools with insulated handles,and replace the existing batteries with the

same number and type of new batteries (Sealed Lead-Acid). Do not open the batteries.

Do not short or bridge the battery terminals with any object.

• The UPS batteries are recyclable. Refer to local codes for disposal requirements,or in

the USA only call 1-800-SAV-LEAD for recycling information. Do not dispose of the

batteries in a fire.

• Do not attempt to add external batteries.

Important Safety Instructions

This manual contains instructions and warnings that should be followed during the

installation, operation and storage of all Tripp Lite UPS Systems. Failure to heed these

warnings will void your warranty.

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