Tripp Lite AVRX Series, Owner'S Manual

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

operation and storage of this product. Failure to heed these warnings may affect the warranty.

UPS Location Warnings

• Install your UPS indoors, away from excess moisture or heat, conductive contaminants, dust or direct sunlight.
•  For best performance, keep the indoor temperature between 0º C and 40º C.
•  Leave adequate space around all sides of the UPS for proper ventilation.
•  Only set the UPS upright on a sturdy flat surface.

UPS Connection Warnings

•  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 plug, and do not use an adapter that would eliminate the UPS ground connection.
•  Do not use extension cords to connect the UPS to an AC outlet.
•  If the UPS receives power from a motor-powered AC generator, the generator must provide clean, filtered, computer-

grade output.

•  The mains socket outlet that supplies the UPS should be easily accessible and located near the UPS.

Equipment Connection Warnings

•  Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be expected to cause 

the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended.

•  Do not connect surge protectors or extension cords to the output of your UPS. This might damage the UPS and may 

affect the surge protector and UPS warranties.

•  Connect the UPS to an outlet that is adequately protected against excess currents, short circuits and earth faults as 

part of the building installation.

Battery Warnings

•  Batteries can present a risk of electrical shock and burn from high short-circuit current. Observe proper precautions. 

There are no user-serviceable parts inside the UPS. Do not open batteries. Do not short or bridge the battery terminals 
with any object. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode. Released material is harmful to the 
skin and eyes. It may be toxic. Unplug and turn off the UPS before performing battery replacement. Use tools with 
insulated handles. Battery replacement should be performed only by authorized service personnel using the same 
number and type of batteries (sealed lead-acid). 

CAUTION, RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED 

BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

 CAUTION: 

A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit current. The following precautions 

should be observed when working on batteries.

  a) Remove watches, rings or other metal objects.
  b) Use tools with insulated handles.
  c) Wear rubber gloves and boots.
  d) Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
  e) Disconnect the charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting battery terminals.

Important Safety Instructions