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Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during the installation, operation
and storage of all Tripp Lite UPS Systems. Failure to heed these warnings will void your warranty.
UPS Location Warnings
• Use caution when lifting your UPS. Because of the considerable weight of all rackmount UPS
systems, at least two people should assist in lifting and installing them.
• Install your UPS indoors, away from excess moisture or heat, dust or direct sunlight.
• For best performance, the ambient temperature near your UPS should be between 0° C and
40° C (between 32° F and 104° F).
• Leave adequate space around all sides of the UPS for proper ventilation. Do not obstruct its
vents or fan openings.
UPS Connection Warnings
• The UPS contains its own energy source (battery). The output terminals may be live even
when the UPS is not connected to an AC supply.
• Connect your UPS to a properly grounded AC power outlet. Do not modify the UPS’s plug
in a way that would eliminate the UPS's connection to ground. Do not use adapters that
eliminate the UPS’s connection to ground.
• Do not plug your UPS into itself; this will damage the UPS and void your warranty.
• If you are connecting your UPS to a motor-powered AC generator, the generator must provide
filtered, frequency-regulated computer-grade output.
Equipment Connection Warnings
• Do not use Tripp Lite UPS Systems for life support applications in which a malfunction or
failure of a Tripp Lite UPS System could cause failure or significantly alter the performance
of a life-support device.
• Do not connect surge suppressors or extension cords to the output of your UPS. This might
overload the UPS and will void the surge suppressor and UPS warranties.
Battery Warnings
• Except for battery replacement, your UPS does not require routine maintenance. Do not open
your UPS for any reason. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
• Because batteries present a risk of electrical shock and burn from high short-circuit current,
qualified service personnel should observe proper precautions: Use tools with insulated handles
and replace the existing batteries with the same number and type of new batteries (Sealed
Lead-Acid). Do not open the batteries. Do not short or bridge the battery terminals with any
object. Tripp Lite offers a complete line of UPS System Replacement Battery Cartridges
(R.B.C.). Visit Tripp Lite on the Web at www.tripplite.com/support/battery/index.cfm to locate
the specific replacement battery for your UPS.
• During hot-swap battery replacement, the UPS will not provide backup power in the event of
a blackout or other power interruptions.
• Do not operate UPS without batteries.
• Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. The UPS batteries are recyclable. Refer to local codes
for disposal requirements.
• When adding external battery packs to select models with external battery pack connectors,
connect only Tripp Lite-recommended battery packs of the correct voltage and type. Do not
connect or disconnect battery packs when the UPS is operating on battery power.
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