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Set Battery Charging Amps—OPTIONAL

(function included

on       switch on 612 models)

For traffic signal UPS applications, confirm
that the setting is on low charging to length-
en the life of your batteries (especially
smaller ones), which is advisable in traffic
signal UPS applications. By setting on high
charging, your batteries will charge at maximum speed, which may

appeal for mobile applications. Check specifications for your unit’s
high- and low-charging amp options. 

Battery Charger Switch Position

Low Charge Amps

Up (factory setting)

High Charge Amps

Down

CAUTION: When switching to the High Charge Amp setting, the user must ensure that the
amp hour capacity of their battery system exceeds the amperage of the High Charge Amp 
setting or the batteries may be damaged or degraded.

Select Equalize Battery Charge—OPTIONAL

(Not on 612 Models)

This DIP Switch is momentarily engaged to
begin the process of equalizing the charge
state of your battery’s cells by time-limited
overcharge of all cells. This can extend the
useful life of certain types of batteries; con-
sult with your battery’s manufacturer to determine if your batteries
could benefit from this process. The charge equalization process is
automatic; once started, it can only be stopped by removing the
input power.

Setting Procedure

• Move to “Equalize” (DOWN) position for three seconds.
• Move to “Reset” (UP) position and leave it there. This is the 

factory default setting.

CAUTION: Do not leave DIP switch #B3 in the down position after beginning process. Battery
charge equalization should only be performed in strict accordance with the battery manufacturer’s
instructions and specifications.

Battery Charge

Switch Position

Reset

Up (factory setting)

Equalize

Down—momentarily

Select Battery Charger-Limiting Points—OPTIONAL

“Most Limiting” 

(#B2 & #B1 Up, factory

setting for 2012 and 1012 models):
Charger-limiting takes effect the moment
any 120V AC load is applied; charger out-
put falls gradually from full output at no
120V load passing through to no output at full load.

“Less Limiting” 

(#B2 Up & #B1 Down):

Charger-limiting begins when the UPS
System’s load reaches 33% of the UPS
System’s load rating. Charger output falls
gradually from full output at 33% of the
UPS System’s load rating to about 40% of
full output at full load.

“Least Limiting” 

(#B2 Down & #B1 Up, 

applicable only to 2012 models): Charger-
limiting begins when the UPS System’s
load reaches 66% of the UPS System’s load
rating. Charger output falls gradually from
full output at 66% of the UPS System’s load rating to about 40% of
full output at full load. This setting IS NOT recommended for traf-
fic signal UPS applications

“No Limiting” 

(#B2 & #B1 Down): No

charger-limiting occurs at any load size. 

Configuration 

(continued)

B1

B2

B3

B4

B1

B2

B3

B4

B1

B2

B3

B4

B1

B2

B3

B4

B1

B2

B3

B4

Connect Battery Temperature Sensing Cable 

(1012 and 2012 models only)

The battery temperature sensing function prolongs battery life by adjusting the charge float voltage level based on battery temperature. Connect
the sensor cable (the cable, included with select models, has an RJ style connector on one end and a black sensor on the other) to the RJ
style jack located on the side of the UPS System labeled “Remote Temp. Sense.” With user-supplied electrical or duct tape, affix the sensor to
the side of the battery below the electrolyte level. Make sure that nothing, not even tape, comes between the sensor and the side of the battery.
To guard against false readings due to ambient temperature, place the sensor between batteries, if possible, or away from sources of extreme
heat or cold. If the sensor cable is not used, the UPS System will charge according to its default 25º C values.

Utilize Low Battery Relay for Flashing-Red Mode or Alarm Capability—OPTIONAL

(1012 and 2012 mod-

els only) All models except 612 models include an RJ type modular jack on the side panel. Attach to a user-supplied cable
and relay. Once attached, the interface will allow the UPS System to automatically relay alarms to a controller station indicat-
ing that connected battery systems are nearly depleted, to enable the controller to switch to flashing-red mode and/or send a
low battery alarm to a central control monitor.

Reset

Equalize

B1

B2

B3

B4

B4

B3

A4

1

2

3

4

5

6

Pin Configuration

2 - Common

3 - N.C.  
 (Normally 

Closed)

4 - N.O.  
 (Normally 

Open) 

Note: On TMU612 and TMU1250 models, these DIP Switches are non-functional.

Group B DIP Switches 

(1012 and 2012 Models Only)    

Select Load Sharing—OPTIONAL

Your UPS System features a battery charger that can draw a significant amount of AC power from your utility source or generator when
charging at its maximum rate. To help ensure that your unit is supplying sufficient AC power rating to its connected electrical loads, the charger’s
draw is limited by factory settings as indicated below. Tripp Lite advises against altering these settings in traffic signal UPS applications.
Failure to limit the charger's draw in combination with undersizing the UPS for connected loads could trip the AC input circuit breaker, result-
ing in interruption of pass-through utility power. To keep the sum of the unit’s AC load and charge power within the circuit breaker rating,
this charger-limiting function has four settings, allowing you to reduce the charger’s draw lower and lower, as needed, if the AC input circuit
breaker keeps tripping under the normal AC loads of devices you have connected downline from the unit. The figures show how to set your
DIP Switches to determine how heavy the connected load can be on your UPS System before charger-limiting begins.

B2

B1

Summary of Contents for TMU Series

Page 1: ...abinets Premium Protection for Critical Equipment Built in ISOBAR power conditioning spike surge low voltage high voltage and lightning protection Rapid recharge high amp 3 stage battery charger Rapid automatic transfer switching from line power to inverter power Automatic overload protection Relay for low battery alarm flashing red mode traffic signals Cost Effective Features for All Budgets Powe...

Page 2: ...ranty to register the warranty of your new Tripp Lite product You ll be automatically entered into a drawing for a chance to win a FREE Tripp Lite product No purchase necessary Void where prohibited Some restrictions apply See website for details Service Maintenance Service Before returning your UPS System for service follow these steps 1 Review the installation and operation instructions to ensur...

Page 3: ...application in a dead air compartment Ideally any compartment would have some ventilation to outside air Sparks may result during final battery connection Always observe proper polarity as batteries are connected Do not allow objects to contact the two DC input terminals Do not short or bridge these terminals together Serious personal injury or property damage could result Equipment Connection War...

Page 4: ... prolongs equipment service life Hardwire AC Input Output Cover Plate Battery Temperature Sensing Connector not on TMU612 models prolongs battery life by adjusting charge based on bat tery temperature Use with included cable See Configuration section for details Low Battery Relay not on TMU612 models when battery reaches low voltage this relay can signal traffic controller to go to flashing red mo...

Page 5: ...upport The light will BLINK to alert you when the inverter shuts down due to a severe overload or over heating If this happens turn the operating mode switch OFF remove the overload and let the unit cool You may then turn the operating mode switch to AUTO REMOTE after it has adequate ly cooled This light will be off when AC power is supplying the load BATT VOLT CHRG CURR LEDs If the switch is in t...

Page 6: ...el of your unit see dia gram as follows A1 A2 Most of your connected equipment will perform adequately when your UPS System s High AC Input Voltage Point DIP Switch 2 of Group A is set to 135V and its Low AC Voltage Input Point DIP Switches 3 and 4 of Group A or DIP Switch 3 for 612 models are set to 95V However if the unit frequently switches to battery power due to momentary high low line voltag...

Page 7: ... any load size Configuration continued B1 B2 B3 B4 B1 B2 B3 B4 B1 B2 B3 B4 B1 B2 B3 B4 B1 B2 B3 B4 Connect Battery Temperature Sensing Cable 1012 and 2012 models only The battery temperature sensing function prolongs battery life by adjusting the charge float voltage level based on battery temperature Connect the sensor cable the cable included with select models has an RJ style connector on one e...

Page 8: ...equate ventilation space behind the cooling fan s they should not be removed 5 87 in 14 91 cm 1 64 in 4 15 cm 5 87 in 14 91 cm 5 57 in 14 16 cm 5 57 in 14 16 cm 9 59 in 24 35 cm 9 59 in 24 35 cm 6 75 in 17 1 cm 7 87 in 20 cm 6 75 in 17 1 cm 4 5 in 11 4 cm A C B M A B M A B C A B Note Cabinets may have different front panel features but all mount as per the figure above or via the Lateral Mounting ...

Page 9: ...ow traffic managers to feel comfortable with fewer battery amp hours and shorter back up times thereby minimizing budgetary outlays for batteries auxilliary cabinets and battery maintenance STEP 1 Determine Total Wattage Required Add the wattage ratings of all equipment you will connect to your UPS System Wattage ratings are usually listed in equipment manuals or on nameplates If your equipment is...

Page 10: ...fuse s and fuse block s within 18 inches of the battery The fuse s rating must equal or exceed the Minimum DC Fuse Rating listed in your UPS System s specifications See Specifications for fuse and fuse block rec ommendations See diagrams below for proper fuse placement Battery Connection Connect your UPS System to your batteries using the following procedures WARNING Failure to properly ground you...

Page 11: ...e UPS System s AC input cord into an outlet providing 120V AC 60Hz power Make sure that the circuit you connect your UPS System to has adequate overload protection such as a circuit breaker or a fuse Plug your equipment into the UPS System s AC receptacles Any equipment you connect to it will benefit from your UPS System s built in ISOBAR power conditioning including surge spike and lightning prot...

Page 12: ...ltage Check external are slowly flashing second flashes with prevent battery damage battery connections and fuse Unit automatically resets when Operating Mode Switch in the condition is cleared AUTO REMOTE position All Three BATT VOLT CHRG CURR LEDs Battery is overcharged Unit will shut down to prevent battery Disconnect any auxiliary chargers Reset by moving Operating Mode are rapidly flashing se...

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