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Connecting Battery Packs
All BP Series Battery Packs have 18" output cords with 175-amp polarized plugs except the BP36V27,
which has a 50-amp polarized plug. The plugs for all models are color-coded by voltage: Red for 24
volt, or Grey for 36 volt. All models also have a color-coded (Red for 24 volt, Grey for 36 volt) input
connector—select models feature an input connector on a 3" cord for easier connection. Simply connect
your Battery Pack's output plug into your UPS's input connector. If you are "daisy chaining" multiple
Battery Packs for greatly increased runtime, connect the output plugs of all but the first Battery Pack
(which connects to the UPS) into the input connectors of the other Battery Packs.
CAUTION!
When connecting Battery Packs, make sure they are connected to the same voltage input.
24 Volt Battery Packs must be connected to 24 Volt Input; 36 Volt Battery Packs must be
connected to 36 Volt Input. Also, make sure the Battery Pack plug is connected to a Battery
Pack connector with the same color code (Red plugs must be connected to Red connectors;
Grey plugs must be connected to Grey connectors). Make sure that the battery packs are
approximately the same age. DO NOT plug a battery pack into itself.
Additional battery packs connect in parallel to each other, as the polarized connectors automatically
orient to the correct polarity upon connection. In this way, battery voltage is maintained, while
battery amp-hour capacity is increased proportionately, depending on the number of additional
packs installed.
CAUTION!
Observe limits on operation from external batteries. The limits are listed next to the
connector on the rear of the UPS. DO NOT connect more than the specified number of battery
packs to the UPS. DO NOT unplug external batteries from the UPS while the UPS is
operating, due to the possibility of arcing.
MAINTENANCE
The BP Series Battery Packs require no maintenance but should be kept dry at all times. Avoid
locations with high heat and/or humidity. The battery packs should be kept fully charged by being
connected to an active UPS system as described on the front of this instruction sheet and not left
in a depleted condition. Batteries left in a discharged state will suffer a permanent loss of capacity.
TROUBLESHOOTING
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the BP Series Battery Packs. DO NOT open the Battery
Packs for any reason. There is a fuse array inside the Battery Packs. If a heavy overload or short
circuit is encountered, the fuse will open (blow). A Battery Pack with a blown fuse will deliver
no
output voltage at zero load. A qualified technician must replace the fuse, which is a standard
automotive type. Contact Tripp Lite Customer Support for additional information.
2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Seller warrants this product, if used in accordance with all applicable instructions, to be free from original defects in
material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of initial purchase. If the product should prove defective
in material or workmanship within that period, Seller will repair or replace the product, in its sole discretion. Service
under this Warranty can only be obtained by your delivering or shipping the product (with all shipping or delivery
charges prepaid) to: Tripp Lite, 1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609. Seller will pay return shipping charges. Call
Tripp Lite at (773) 869-1234 before sending any equipment back for repair.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO NORMAL WEAR OR TO DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ACCIDENT,
MISUSE, ABUSE OR NEGLECT. SELLER MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY
EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS, ARE LIMITED IN DURA-
TION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE; AND THIS WARRANTY EXPRESSLY EXCLUDES ALL
INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. (Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have
other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction).
Tripp Lite; 1111 W. 35th Street; Chicago, IL 60609
WARNING:
The individual user should take care to determine prior to use whether this device is suitable, adequate or
safe for the use intended. Since individual applications are subject to great variation, the manufacturer makes no
representation or warranty as to the suitability or fitness of these devices for any specific application.
Policy of Tripp Lite is one of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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