Battery Replacement
AC Power Capabilities
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of Loads | Utility Power | Ability to Provide Backup Power |
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Up to 1800 W | Yes | Yes (up to 1440 W continuous in |
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Over 1800 W | No. Supplementary | No. Overload shutdown. |
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To check the total power consumption of the products plugged into PowerSource 1800 during backup power mode, press the Select button and view the Output Power (W) on the screen.
To test the PowerSource 1800 backup power capabilities after installing the unit, unplug the AC power cord to simulate a power outage. Ensure the products connected to the PowerSource 1800 continue operating. You can test the surge capabilities of the PowerSource 1800 by turning connected products on and off while the unit is unplugged. If products fail to operate or the screen shows an error code, see “Troubleshooting”.
Power Management Tips
During a power outage, maximizing PowerSource 1800 run time is essential to keep your home/small office running or to stay connected to the outside world through TV and radio news or cellphone/cordless phone. Therefore, in order to maximize the run time for combinations of office products plugged into PowerSource 1800, you may want to use the following alternatives:
Use... | Instead of... |
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Inkjet printer | Laser printer |
Laptop, or desktop computer with LCD monitor | Desktop computer with CRT monitor |
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Monitor energy saving mode settings | Bright monitor settings |
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7 or 13" TVs | Big screen TVs |
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Small desk lamps (25 to 40 W) | |
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Battery Replacement
Run Time on Typical Products
Product | Wattsa | Run Timeb |
Cordless phone | 5 | 63 h |
Cell phone | 5 | 63 h |
Internet modem | 6 | 56 h |
Inkjet printer | 8 | 46 h |
Clock radio | 8 | 46 h |
Laptop computer | 20 | 22 h |
20" LCD monitor | 52 | 7.5 h |
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Product | Wattsa | Run Timeb |
Table lamp | 40 | 10.5 h |
13" TV | 38 | 11 h |
Desktop computer | 200 | 1.5 h |
8.8 cu. ft. freezer | 80 | 4.5 h |
18 cu. foot fridge | 120 | 2.8 h |
Sump pump ½ HP | 300 | 1 h |
Microwave | 920 | 12 min |
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The battery pack in this product consists of three 17
Recycling
PowerSource 1800 is designed to provide years of service. However, when the internal batteries reach the end of their service life, and if you choose not to have
a.Average power consumption as measured on loads tested under regular op- erating conditions. Rated power may differ from average power consumption. b.Run time as measured on tested loads.
Run Time for Combinations of Products
Product | Run Timeb |
Laptop, inkjet printer, cordless phone, Internet modem | up to 10 h |
Desktop computer, 17" LCD monitor, inkjet printer, Internet modem, | up to 1.6 h |
cordless phone |
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Cordless phone, 13" TV, clock radio, table lamp | up to 4 h |
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18 cubic foot refrigerator, home alarm system | up to 2.6 h |
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a qualified technician replace them, the PowerSource 1800 itself is no longer of use. The internal batteries may be replaced following the guidelines in “Battery Replacement” above.
Because the internal batteries contain lead, which can be hazardous to the environment, the batteries and the PowerSource 1800 should be recycled or safely disposed of at your local recycling depot. Do not dispose of the batteries and the PowerSource 1800 with common household waste. Please ask your local authorities about recycling services that are available in your area.
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