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1 Overview & Safety Instructions
Battery Precautions
• Do not open or mutilate the battery or batteries. The released electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes and may be toxic. If
the electrolyte splashes into your eyes or onto your skin, immediately flush with water and seek immediate medical advice.
• Do not dispose of the battery or batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode.
• The risk of dangerous voltage is possible when the batteries are still connected to the UPS even though the UPS is
disconnected from the mains. Do not forget to disconnect the battery cable to completely cut off the battery source.
• Voltage is always present on the battery terminals.
• The UPS contains batteries, which are potentially hazardous to the user, even when the UPS is not connected to the utility
power.
• Even when discharged, a battery has the capacity to supply a high short circuit current, which, in addition to causing
damage to the battery itself and to associated cables, may expose the operator to the risk of burns.
• To ensure battery performance, idle batteries must be fully recharged every three months if the UPS needs to be stored for
an extended period of time. Whenever you recharge the batteries (internal and external), please fully charge them until the
Battery Level Bar Graph shown on the UPS LCD is fully on.
• Since new batteries often do not provide full capacity after an initial charge, it may be necessary to carry out a number of
discharge/recharge cycles before optimum performance is achieved.
• Servicing of batteries and battery packs should be performed or supervised by qualified service personnel knowledgeable in
batteries, battery packs and the required precautions.
• Only use the same type of batteries from the same supplier. Never use old, new and different Ah batteries at the same time.
• A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short-circuit current. The following precautions should be observed
when working on batteries:
• Remove watches, rings or other metal objects.
• Use tools with insulated handles.
• Wear rubber gloves and boots.
• Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
• Disconnect the charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting battery terminals.
Disposal
• To protect our environment, the UPS and batteries must be disposed of in accordance with local laws and regulations.
• For proper disposal of the UPS and batteries, contact your local recycling/reuse or hazardous waste center.
WARNING:
You must contact qualified service personnel if either of the following events occur:
• The liquid is poured or splashed on the UPS or the optional external battery pack.
• The UPS does not run normally after this User Manual is carefully observed.
