MGE UPS Systems
86-153538-00
SP -ECL250-Rev C00
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ECN - 000367
MGE UPS Systems
Eclipse Plus 250 User’s Manual
page 9
Notes
Save These Important Safety Instructions
This manual contains important instructions
for Pulsar Eclipse Plus 250 that should be
followed during installation and maintenance
of the UPS and batteries.
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This equipment can be operated by an
individual, with no previous training.
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All repairs should be performed by qualified
service personnel.
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The UPS contains voltages which are
potentially hazardous.
CAUTION: Risk of electrical shock, even with
unit disconnected from AC power source.
Hazardous voltage still may be present
through operation from battery. The battery
supply should be disconnected at the plus (+)
and minus (-) terminals using the fast-on
connectors of the battery when maintenance
or service work inside the UPS is necessary.
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Do not place Pulsar Eclipse Plus 250 near
water or in environment of excessive
humidity.
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Do not allow liquids or any foreign objects
to get inside Pulsar Eclipse Plus 250.
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Do not plug household appliances such as
hair dryers to Pulsar Eclipse Plus 250
receptacles.
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Do not place Pulsar Eclipse Plus 250 under
direct sunlight or close to heat-emitting
source.
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The AC power receptacle shall be near the
equipment and easily accessible. To isolate
Pulsar Eclipse Plus 250 from AC input,
remove the input power cord from the AC
power receptacle.
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If Pulsar Eclipse Plus 250 is to be stored
for a long time, it is recommended to
recharge the batteries (by connecting AC
power source to Pulsar Eclipse Plus 250,
switch "ON" or OFF"), once a month for 8
hours to avoid a full battery discharge.
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Pulsar Eclipse Plus 250 contains batteries
that should be disposed of or recycled in
accordance with local laws.
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Prior to installation, store Pulsar Eclipse
Plus 250 in a dry location.
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Ambient temperature for operation 32°F
(0˚C) and 104°F (40°C).
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Storage temperatures must be between
-5˚F (-15˚C) and 122°F (50°C).
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Servicing of batteries should be performed
or supervised by personnel knowledgeable
of batteries and the required precautions.
Keep unauthorized personnel away from
batteries.
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When replacing the batteries, use MGE
part number 112-00065-00 batteries (12V-
4.2Ah lead acid), use of any other battery
may present a risk of fire or explosion.
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: Alternating current supply symbol.
CAUTION: Do not dispose of battery or
batteries in a fire. The battery may explode.
Do not open or willfully damage the battery or
batteries, since the released electrolyte is
harmful to the skin and eyes. It may be toxic.
A battery can present a risk of electric shock
and high short circuit current.
The following precautions should be observed
when working with batteries for disposal or
replacement:
• Switch off the UPS (on/off switch) and
disconnect it from utility power;
• remove watches, rings or other metal
objects,
• use tools with insulated handles,
• wear rubber gloves, boots and safety
glasses.
Federal Communication Commission
(FCC) Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when equipment is
operated in a residential environment. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
Properly shielded and grounded cables and
connectors must be used in order to meet FCC
emission limits.
