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POWERSTAR UPS  PS502-8

User’s Guide

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Connect Battery

Connect
Equipment

Power On and
Install Software

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The ps502 UPS  is shipped with one battery wire disconnected in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The UPS  
will not operate until the wire is connected to the touch safe battery terminal. REMEMBER  to turn toggle breaker* on to start.

NOTE: Small sparks may occur during battery connection. This is normal. atteries were connected.

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TURN the UPS  over and 
remove the battery compartment 
cover screw using a flat blade or 
phillips-head screwdriver.

Slide the battery 
compartment cover 
completely off of 
theUPS .

Replace the battery, 
battery compartment 
cover and cover 
retaining screw.

Surge Protection

These outlets provide full-time protection from surges even if 
theUPS  is switched OFF. Plug your printer, fax 
machine, scanner, or other peripherals that do not need 
battery power into these outlets.

Battery Back-up 

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      Surge Protection

These outlets are powered whenever th-UPS is 
switched ON. During a power outage or other utility problems 
(brownouts, over-voltages), these outlets will be powered for a 
limited time by the -UPS . Plug your computer, monitor, 
and one other data-sensitive device (external disk or tape 
drive) into these outlets.SHIPBOARD TURN TOGGLE TO ON.

Connect FAX/Modem/Phone

-UPS  protects a single 
line (2-wire) fax, modem or 
phone from surges when it is 
connected through the-
UPS as shown.

Place the -UPS  to avoid:

 - Direct sunlight
 - Excessive heat
 - Excessive humidity or contact with fluids

Plug the UPS  power cord directly 

into a wall outlet; not a surge protector or 

power strip. TURN ON MASTER BREAKER.

Connect Computer Cable

The supplied cable and software provide 
automatic file saving and shutdown of the 
operating system in the case of a sustained 
power outage.

Connect the cable to the Data Port of the 
UPS . Connect the other end of the cable to 
the USB port on your computer. The software will 
automatically find the USB Port of your 
computer.

Press the ON/OFF switch to power the unit 

ON AFTER TURNING MASTER TOGGLE R.

A single short beep and the gen “Power On” 
indicator confirms that UPS  is on and 
ready to provide protection.

The UPS  should charge for at least 
16 hours to ensure sufficient runtime. The unit 
is being charged whenever it is connected to 
utility power, whether the unit is turned ON or 
OFF.


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Install the PowerChute Personal

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Edition 

software

Place the PowerChute Personal Edition CD-
ROM into your computer and follow the 
installation instructions on the screen.

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LIFT the battery out of the compartment and connect the
black wire to the battery terminal.

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Battery Backup 

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    Surge Protection

Wall Outlet

Modem/Phone/Fax

Computer

USB Port

Surge Protection

UPS  ps  502-8

UPS  350

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TheUPS  indicates operating status using a combination of visual and audible indicators.

Status

Visual Indications

Audible Indication

Alarm Terminates 

When

On Line

 - UPS is supplying conditioned 

utility power to the load

Power On LED  - ON

None

n/a

On Battery

 - UPS is supplying battery 

power to the load connected to the 
Battery outlets

Power On LED  - ON
(off during beep)

Beeping 4 times 
every 30 seconds

UPS transfers back to 
On Line operation, or 
when UPS is turned 
off.

Low Battery Warning 

- UPS is supplying 

battery power to the load connected to 
the Battery outlets and the battery is near 
exhuastion

Power On LED  - 
Flashing

Rapid beeping (one 
second intervals)

UPS transfers back to 
On Line operation, or 
when UPS is turned 
off.

Replace Battery

 - Battery needs to be 

checked and/or replaced, or battery is not 
connected

Power On LED  - 
Flashing

Constant tone

UPS turned off with 
the power switch.

Overload Shutdown 

- During On Battery 

operation a battery power supplied outlet 
overload was detected.

Power On LED  - OFF

Constant tone

UPS turned off with 
the power switch.

Sleep Mode

 - During On Battery 

operation the battery power has been 
completely exhausted and the UPS is 
waiting for utility power to return to 
normal.

Power On LED  - OFF

Beeping once every 
4 seconds

UPS transfers back to 
On Line operation, or 
when UPS is turned 
off.

Building Wiring Fault

 - Your building 

wiring presents a shock hazard that 
should be corrected by a licensed 
electrician.

Ignorein Building Wiring Fault 
LED (red) - ON

None

UPS is unplugged, or 
plugged into a 
properly wired outlet.

Status Indications

Power On

Circuit

Breaker

AC Line

Cord

Building Wiring

Fault Indicator

UPS Power

On Indicator

Power

Switch

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See the Troubleshooting section for additional assistance.

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