Maruson | Tacoma 1KVA-3KVA User Manual
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is turned on or not, the UPS will charge the batteries while protecting from
overcharging and over-discharging.
2)
Under normal conditions, the batteries have an expected lifespan of 2 to 5
years. The batteries should be replaced before the batteries no longer work
for optimal operation and reliability.
3)
Do not replace the battery individually. All batteries should be replaced at the
same time. Replacement batteries must be the same type and quantity as the
original to maintain performance and for safety.
4)
The UPS and EBB should be charged once every 3 months if it is in storage
to maintain the battery lifespan and avoid possible irreversible damage. The
charging time should be at least 10 hours.
5)
Environmental factors such as elevated ambient temperatures, high humidity,
poor quality mains power, UPS ventilation, and frequent discharges will
shorten battery life.
6.2.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Review all warnings, cautions, and notes in this manual before attempting to
replace the batteries. Ensure all connected equipment and the UPS are off
before attempting any type of battery replacement.
Note:
Check the battery voltage rating marked on the rear panel before
replacing any batteries. Using the wrong battery voltage may cause permanent
damage of the UPS & EBB.
Note:
Never connect or disconnect EBBs when the UPS is running on battery
power.
6.2.1.
UPS & External Battery Banks (EBB) Battery Replacement
1)
Turn off and unplug all connected equipment from the UPS, disconnect the
EBB from the UPS, and the UPS from the AC power source.
2)
Remove the body cover of the UPS & EBB by unscrewing the screws around
the unit and carefully remove the cover.
3)
Remove the battery bar (if applicable).
4)
Disconnect the black (negative, -) battery wire from the first battery, followed
by disconnecting the jumper wires connected to the negative (-) battery
terminals for all batteries before disconnecting the positive (+) jumper wires
from the positive (+) battery terminals. Disconnect the red (positive, +) battery
wire last.
5)
Remove all spent batteries and replace all batteries with new ones. Do not
reuse old batteries or use used batteries when replacing any UPS batteries.
6)
Connect the red (positive, +) battery wire first, followed by connecting the
jumper wires to the positive (+) battery terminals and then the connecting
jumper wires to the negative (-) battery terminals. Connect the black
(negative, -) battery wire last.
7)
Reassemble in in reverse order.
Note:
Only replace with the same type and same voltage batteries.
