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BATTERY REPLACEMENT AND STORAGE
Contact your dealer or call the number in this manual for information on battery
replacement. The order numbers for the battery are as follows:
BA-UP1200
for UP1200
CAUTION!
Read and follow the
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
before servicing
the battery.
Service the battery under the supervision of personnel knowledgeable of
batteries and their precautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away from batteries.
CAUTION!
Use only the specified type of battery.
See your dealer for replacement
batteries.
CAUTION!
The battery may present the risk of electrical shock. Do not dispose of batteries
in a fire, as it may explode. Follow all local ordinances regarding proper disposal of
batteries.
CAUTION!
Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Release electrolyte is harmful to the skin
and eyes and may be toxic.
CAUTION!
A battery can present a high risk of short circuit current and electric shock. Take
the following precautions before replacing the battery:
1. Remove all watches, rings or other metal objects.
2. Only use tools with insulated handles.
3.
DO NOT
lay tools or other metal parts on top of battery or any battery terminals.
4. Wear rubber gloves and boots.
5. Determine if the battery is inadvertently grounded. If inadvertently grounded, remove
source of ground.
CONTACT WITH A GROUNDED BATTERY CAN RESULT IN
ELECTRICAL SHOCK!
The likelihood of such shock will be reduced if such grounds
are removed during installation and maintenance (applicable to a UPS and a remote
battery supply not having a grounded circuit).
BATTERY REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE:
1. Turn off and unplug all connected equipment.
2. Turn the UPS off and unplug it from the AC power source.
3. Turn the UPS upside down.
4. Remove the 4 retaining screws.
5. Push the battery cover backward and remove the cover.
6. Rotate the UPS from vertical to horizontal.
7. Remove the battery from the compartment.
8. Disconnect the battery wires from the battery.
