BORIS Operating Manual
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6.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
ACTION TO TAKE
BORIS will not turn on.
1.
Controller Power
Switch is “OFF”.
2.
Circuit breaker on
back of unit is tripped.
1.
Switch should be in
“ON” position.
2.
Reduce load on
BORIS unit before
resetting (press circuit
breaker button).
BORIS operates on
battery even though
good line voltage is
thought to exist.
1.
Circuit breaker on
back of unit is tripped.
2.
Very high, low or
badly distorted line
voltage may exist.
1.
Reduce load on
BORIS unit before
resetting (press circuit
breaker button).
2.
BORIS’ Line Voltage
Meter may be used to
test incoming line
voltage.
BORIS “beeps”
occasionally.
This is normal.
None. This is due to
sags and swells in the
line.
BORIS does not provide
expected back-up time.
Batteries are weak due
to recent utility outage
or wear.
Allow sufficient recharge
time (normally 8 hours).
The batteries will wear
faster when used often
or at higher
temperatures.
All front panel indicators
are illuminated and
BORIS emits a constant
tone.
Internal fault.
Do not attempt to use
BORIS. Return for
repair immediately. See
section 2.4 to run the
controller without
BORIS.
Low battery light is
illuminated and on-line
light is extinguished.
BORIS is shutdown and
the battery is
discharged due to
extended usage.
BORIS will return to
normal operation when
power is restored and
battery has recharged
sufficiently.
Replace battery light is
illuminated.
1.
Weak Battery.
2.
Replacement
Batteries not connected
properly.
1.
Allow the battery to
charge for at least 8
hours. If problem
persists, replace
battery.
2.
Confirm battery
connections. See
Section 5.
