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SLI-23270QS (

9

/03) Rev. 0

T

ROUBLESHOOTING

The information below indicates various symptoms a user may encounter in the event 

the PowerSure PSA experiences a problem.
Use this information to determine whether external factors caused the problem. See 

Troubleshooting Chart

 for suggested remedy.

GUIDE TO STATUS INDICATORS

1. The Fault indicator illuminates, indicating the UPS 

detected a problem.

2. An alarm sounds, alerting that the UPS requires 

attention. The alarm can be silenced except for low 
battery, overload and overtemperature warning 
conditions.

3. Mains and/or Battery indicators may be illuminated as 

a diagnostic aid to the operator, as shown below: 

Fault

Indicator

Mains

Indicator

Battery

Indicator

Diagnosis/

Audible Alarm

Green

ON

Normal operation with mains 

power present; no beep.

Green

ON

UPS is operating on battery; beep 

every 10 seconds.

Green

ON

Battery test has been initiated; no 

beep.

Green

ON

Amber

Flashing

Battery needs to be replaced; long 

beep every minute.

Amber

Flashing

Low battery warning; beep every 

half-second.

Green

Flashing

Green

ON

Overload warning, load is >100%; 

beep every half-second.

Green

Flashing

Overload shutdown, load exceeds 

UPS capacity (110%); continuous 

beep.

Green

ON

Green

ON

Overtemperature (overtemp) 

warning; beep every 5 seconds 

(Normal mode).

Green

ON

Green

ON

Overtemperature (overtemp) 

warning; beep every 5 seconds 

(Battery mode).

Green

ON

Overtemperature (overtemp) 

shutdown; long beep every 

5 seconds.

Red

Flashing

Green

ON

UPS is on, fault warning; 

continuous beep.

Red

ON

UPS has failed & shut down; 

continuous beep.

Fault 

Indicator

Mains 

Indicator

Battery 

Indicator

M

AINTENANCE

The PowerSure PSA UPS requires very little maintenance. Follow these practices to 

prevent problems.

CLEANING THE UPS

The following will help ensure trouble-free operation for years:

• Vacuum dust from the ventilation intake occasionally.
• Wipe the cover periodically with a dry cloth.

MAINTAINING BATTERIES

The batteries are valve-regulated, nonspillable, lead acid and must be kept charged to 

retain their design life. The UPS continuously charges the batteries when connected to 

the mains supply, even while the UPS is switched off.

When storing the UPS, it is recommended to plug in the UPS for at least 24 hours every 

four to six months to ensure full recharge of the batteries.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

This UPS is equipped with internal “hot swappable” batteries that the user can replace 

without shutting down the UPS or connected loads.

!

CAUTION

A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit 

current. The following precautions should be observed before replacing 

the batteries:
• Remove rings, watches, and other metal objects.
• Do not lay tools or other metal objects on top of the batteries.
• If the battery replacement kit is damaged in any way or shows signs 

of leakage, contact your local dealer or Liebert representative imme-
diately. 

• Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode.
• Dispose of old batteries according to local codes.

NOTE

Caution should be exercised when replacing the batteries because the 
load is unprotected from disturbances and power outages during this 
procedure.

T

ROUBLESHOOTING

 C

HART

If the UPS fails to operate properly, turn off the unit and repeat the steps in the 

Installa-

tion

 section of this manual. If the problem persists, refer to the chart below:

Problem

Cause

Solution

UPS

will

not

start

Overload/Short

Circuit

Check the circuit protector on the rear of the 

UPS. If it is tripped, reset it and restart the 

UPS. 

For further help, call your local dealer, 

Liebert representative or the Liebert 

Worldwide Support Group.

Battery disconnected

or is completely

discharged

Check for proper connection of battery or 

batteries.

UPS starts

on battery,

but will

not switch

to AC

UPS not plugged in

Plug in the power cord securely.

Circuit protector 

tripped

Reset the circuit protector and restart the 

UPS.

Power not available

at mains receptacle

Have the mains checked by a qualified 

electrician. 

Input voltage

below threshold

Wait until the voltage rises to an appropriate 

level or have the mains checked by a 

qualified electrician.

AC overvoltage

Wait until voltage lowers to an appropriate 

level or have the mains checked by a 

qualified electrician.

UPS

shuts

down,

Fault 

Indicator

lit

Overload/Short 

Circuit

Check the circuit protector on the rear of the 

UPS. If it is tripped, reset it and restart the 

UPS. 

If the problem persists, disconnect some of 

the equipment from your UPS—the total 

wattage of your equipment must not exceed 

the capacity of the UPS. 

For further help, call your local dealer, 

Liebert representative or the Liebert 

Worldwide Support Group.

Internal UPS fault

High temp shutdown

Make sure that the UPS is operating in 32°F 

to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) and that it has 

adequate ventilation.

MultiLink shutdown

Consult the MultiLink user manual or contact 

your LAN administrator.

UPS not 

providing 

expected 

back-up 

time

Overload

Reduce load.

Battery not charged 

due to a recent 

outage

Recharge battery.

Battery needs to be 

replaced

Replace battery.

P

RODUCT

 W

ARRANTY

 R

EGISTRATION

To register for warranty protection:
• Visit the 

Quick Links

 section of our 

Web site at:

http://www.liebert.com

 

• Click on 

Product Warranty

Registration

 and fill in the form.

If you have any questions, please
contact us at:

US: 800-222-5877
Outside the US: 614-841-6755

upstech@liebert.com

B

ATTERY

 R

EPLACEMENT

Replacement requires removing the battery cover plate on the bottom of the UPS. No 

tools are needed.

To replace the batteries:

1. Remove the battery 

cover plate on the 
back/bottom of the 
UPS (

Figure 1

).

2. Pull the white tabs 

toward you to 
remove the battery 
from the UPS 
(

Figure 2

).

Figure 1

Figure 2

3. Disconnect the insu-

lated connectors 
from the battery ter-
minals (

Figure 3

). 

4. Insert a new battery 

pack, and push the 
connectors onto the 
battery terminals 
(black to black & red 
to red) (

Figure 4

). 

Figure 3

Figure 4

NOTE: There may be a small spark at the battery terminals when reconnecting 

the connectors. This is normal and will not harm you or the UPS.

5. Push the battery 

pack into the UPS 
(

Figure 5

).

6. Reattach the battery 

cover plate 
(

Figure 6

).

Figure 5

Figure 6

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