Maintenance; Cleaning; Ups Storage; Battery Testing - Chloride Power Protection ACTIVE Manuel Utilisateur

6 Maintenance

6.1 Cleaning

Do not use scouring powder or plastic-dissolving solutions to clean the UPS.
Do not allow liquid to get inside the UPS.
Make sure that the air vents on the UPS are not obstructed. Remove dust from the air vents with a vacuum
cleaner.
Clean the outside of the UPS housing by wiping with a dry or slightly damp cloth.

6.2 UPS storage

For extended storage at ambient temperatures higher than 25ºC, the batteries should be charged for fi ve
hours once every four months. At higher storage temperatures it is advised that this period be reduced to
two months.
To charge batteries it is not necessary to unpack the unit. Simply connect the UPS to an appropriate power
source using the appropriate opening in the packaging and allow the batteries to charge for about fi ve
hours. After charging, note the date when recharging was performed on the UPS packaging.

6.3 Battery testing

The UPS does not require maintenance by the user; however, batteries should be checked periodically.
The UPS will automatically perform a battery self-test once a week. If a problem is discovered, the battery
fault LED will illuminate or the LCD Display will show an error message. See section 7 ("Troubleshooting") if
a problem is found.
The frequency of testing can be changed via LCD Display or user software. Select battery self-test to be
performed monthly, weekly, daily or none.

6.4 Battery replacement

ATTENTION: the load attached to the UPS will not be protected against loss of input power during this
procedure

6.4.1 Replacing the UPS internal batteries

For replacement of batteries locates in a service access area:
- Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised by personnel knowledgeable about batteries and
the required precautions.
- When replacing batteries, replace with the same type and number of batteries or battery packs.- Do not
dispose of batteries in a fi re. The batteries may explode.
- Do not open or mutilate batteries. Released electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes. It may be toxic
- A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short-circuit current. The following precautions
should be observed when working on batteries:
Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
Use tools with insulated handles.
Wear rubber gloves and boots.
Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries
Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting battery terminals.
Determine if battery is inadvertently grounded. If inadvertently grounded, remove source from
ground. Contact with any part of a grounded battery can result in electrical shock. The likelihood of such
shock can be reduced if such grounds are removed during installation and maintenance (applicable to
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