OM226142 rev C
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INTRODUCTION
1.1
ENVIRONMENT
1.1.1 ISO 14001 certification
The product was manufactured in a factory certified ISO 14001 respecting eco-design
rules.
1.1.2 Packing
UPS packing materials must be recycled in compliance with all applicable regulations.
1.1.3 Lead battery
This product contains lead-acid batteries. Lead is a dangerous substance for the
environment if it is not correctly recycled by specialised companies.
1.1.4 Treatment of the UPS at the end of service life
For the UPS disposal at the end of its life cycle and for the recycling of the materials, it’s
strongly recommended to follow the regulations in force in the country of installation.
1.2
SAFETY RULES
1.2.1 Safety of persons
The UPS must be installed in a room with restricted access (qualified personnel only,
according to standard EN62040-1-2).
A UPS has its own internal power source (the battery). Consequently, the power outlets
may be energised even if the UPS is disconnected from the AC-power source.
CAUTION
If primary powers isolators are installed in other area from UPS area, the following warning
label must be placed on them.
“ISOLATE THE UPS BEFORE WORKING ON THIS CIRCUIT”
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Dangerous voltage levels are present within the UPS. It should be opened
exclusively by qualified service personnel.
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Warning, after the UPS shut-down, a dangerous voltage will be present on the
battery selector BCB.
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The UPS must be properly earthed.
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The battery supplied with the UPS contains small amounts of toxic materials. To
avoid accidents, the directives listed below must be observed.
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Never operate the UPS if the ambient temperature and relative humidity are
higher than the levels specified in the documentation.
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Never burn the battery (risk of explosion).
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Do not attempt to open the battery (the electrolyte is dangerous for the eyes and
skin).
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Comply with all applicable regulations for the disposal of the battery.
1.2.2 Product safety
A protection circuit breaker must be installed upstream and be easily accessible.
Never install the UPS near liquids or in an excessively damp environment.
Never let a liquid or foreign body penetrate inside the UPS.
Never block the ventilation grates of the UPS.
