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MASTERYS GP4 60-160 kVA - Ref.: IOMMASGPXX07-EN 05
13. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
NOTE: before carrying out any operations on the unit read the 'Safety standards' chapter care-
fully.
NOTE: any work carried out on the equipment must be performed by qualified technicians
authorised by SOCOMEC.
Routine maintenance carried out annually is recommended in order to provide optimum operating efficiency and
avoid equipment downtime.
Maintenance consists of thorough functionality checks on:
- electronic and mechanical parts;
- dust removal;
- battery inspection;
- software updating;
- environmental checks.
13.1 Batteries
The condition of the battery is fundamental to UPS operation.
During the operating lifetime of the battery, the UPS stores statistics on the conditions of use of the battery for analy-
sis.
Expected battery lifetime is very much dependent on operating conditions:
- number of charging and discharging cycles;
- load rate;
- temperature.
NOTE: batteries must only be replaced with batteries recommended or sold by the manufacturer.
Batteries must only be replaced by qualified technicians.
BEWARE: used batteries contain harmful substances. Do not open the plastic cover!
NOTE: used batteries must be placed in appropriate containers to avoid acid leakage.
They should only be entrusted to a specialist waste disposal company.
13.2 Fans & capacitors
The lifespan of consumable parts such as fans and capacitors (AC and DC) depends on whether or not the use and
environmental conditions (premises, usage or load type) are abnormal or harsh for the equipment.
It is advisable to replace consumables as follows
(1)
:
Consumable part
Years
Fan
5
AC and DC capacitor
7
1. Based on operation of the unit according to the manufacturer’s specification.