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1.4 Maintenance
WARNING:
Only qualified service personnel should perform the battery installation.
The following PRECAUTIONS should be observed
(1.)
Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
(2.)
Use tools with insulated handles.
(3.)
Wear rubber gloves and boots.
(4.)
Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries or battery cabinets.
(5.)
Disconnect the charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting terminal.
(6.)
Check if the battery is inadvertently grounded. If it is, remove the source of grounding.
Contacting with any part of the ground might result in electrical shock. The likelihood of
such shock can be prevented if such grounds are removed during installation and
maintenance.
UPS is designed to supply power even when disconnected from the utility power. After
disconnect the utility and DC power, authorized service personnel should attempt internal
access to the UPS.
Do not disconnect the batteries while the UPS is in Battery mode.
Disconnect the charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting terminals.
Batteries can result in a risk of electrical shock or burn from high short circuit current.
When replacing batteries, use the same number of sealed, lead-acid batteries.
Do not open or mutilate the battery. Release electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes, and
may be toxic.
1.5 Recycling the used battery
WARNING:
Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. Battery may explode. Proper disposal of battery is
required. Refer to your local codes for disposal requirements.
Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes. It
may be toxic.
Do not discard the UPS or the UPS batteries in the trash. This product contains sealed,
lead-acid batteries and must be disposed properly. For more information, contact your local
recycling/reuse or hazardous waste center.
Do not discard waste electrical or electronic equipment (WEEE) in the trash. For proper
disposal, contact your local recycling/reuse or hazardous waste center.
