Front and Rear View
Battery cover
AC power switch (push to
switch on and off).
Alarm mute switch (push to
switch off the alarm sounds).
Indicator lights:
AC on – green
Battery mode – yellow
Fault - red
Connection cover
DC output and alarm
connector:
Pin 1: +12V dc output
Pin 2: 0V dc output
Pin 3: Alarm signal return
Pin 4: On battery
Pin 5: Replace battery
Pin 6: Battery missing
Pin 7: Low battery
AC power connector
Wall mount screw key-holes
Warnings
•
If MPS12-30 is hotter than usual, or the battery is hot or
swollen, disconnect from AC socket/outlet,
switch off AC
power switch (
), and c
ontact your MPS12-30 supplier.
•
Risk of explosion if incorrect battery type is used.
•
Risk of internal damage if battery connections are reversed.
•
Recycle old batteries according to local regulations. Or
contact your MPS12-30 supplier for advice.
What is supplied with the MPS12-30
•
Installation and Operation Guide
•
AC power cord
What you will need to install the MPS12-30
•
12V dc output/alarm cables (supplied with the terminal
equipment or see Specifications).
•
Small, flat blade screwdriver for output and alarm
connectors.
•
Optional: screwdriver and screws for wall mounting.
How to connect the MPS12-30
1.
Unpack and check the MPS12-30.
If any item is damaged or missing contact the product supplier. Do
not use the MPS12-30 if it is damaged.
2.
Remove the rear cover (
).
3.
Connect the dc output wires to pin 1 (+) and pin 2 (-) (
).
The alarm connections are optional. Refer to instructions with the
terminal equipment.
4.
Connect the AC power cord to the MPS12-30 (
).
5.
Replace the rear cover.
How to mount the MPS12-30
1.
Select a suitable location for the MPS12-30:
•
Close to an AC power socket/outlet. The AC power cord is
the main AC disconnect device so ensure the socket/outlet
is easily accessible.
•
Close to the terminal equipment. Check the length of the 12V dc
output/alarm cable.
•
Protected from excessive moisture and temperature. See
Specifications (on next page) for the recommended temperature
range.
2.
Either:
•
Mount the MPS12-30 on its back on a flat, firm surface, or
•
Mount it on a wall with two screws (see below). If needed,
use wall anchors or plugs to suit the type of wall and the
weight of the MPS12-30.
Minimum wall space
required:
A = 130mm, B = 420mm
Screw spacing:
C = 80mm
Place the screws at least:
•
25mm from any side
obstruction (D).
•
70mm
below
any
obstruction (E).
•
350mm
above
any
obstruction (F).
How to turn on the MPS12-30
1.
Plug the MPS12-30 into the wall socket and switch on the
socket. MPS12-30 will beep briefly.
2.
Push in the AC power switch (
). The MPS12-30 will beep for
two seconds.
3.
The AC On light (green
) will flash for five minutes (the
MPS12-30 is performing a battery self-test).
4.
Check the Alarm mute switch (
) is out.
If the Alarm mute switch is pressed in, then the alarm will not sound
to alert you to a problem (the lights will still operate).
5.
Check the connected equipment is operating correctly.
6.
After five minutes, check the
AC On
light (green
) has
stopped flashing and no other lights are on.
If any other lights are on, or if the MPS12-30 beeps see below.
What the lights and alarm sounds mean
Light and Alarm
Sound*
Meaning and what to do
No lights on
AC power is not connected.
Action required:
Check MPS12-30 is plugged
into wall socket and socket is switched on. Press
AC power switch (
).
Green light on
AC power is connected. Normal operation.
Action required:
None.
Green light flashing
Battery self test. Lasts for 5 minutes at turn-on
and every 21 days. Normal operation.
Action required:
None.
Yellow light on
and beeps every 5
seconds*
The MPS12-30 is operating on battery power**
because the AC power is off.
Action required:
Check MPS12-30 is plugged
into wall socket and socket is switched on.
Alarm will stop when AC power is restored.
Yellow light
flashing
and beeps every
second*
The battery power is low. The MPS will shortly
shut down and the connected equipment will
turn off.
Action required:
Check MPS12-30 is plugged
into wall socket/outlet and socket is switched
on.
Alarm will stop when AC power is restored.
Red light flashing
and beeps every
2
seconds*
The battery has failed its self-test.
Action required:
Replace the battery (see next
page).
Red light on
and beep is
c
ontinuous*
Internal fault.
Action required:
Disconnect from the AC
socket/outlet. Switch off AC power switch (
).
Contact your MPS12-30 supplier for the repair
or replacement procedure.
* No sound if the Alarm Mute switch (
) is pressed in.
** Typically battery will last for five hours, depending on battery age and
the connected equipment.