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Installation and Operation Manual

Back-UPS

BR900G-RS

Important Safety Messages

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and

maintenance of the UPS and batteries.

• This UPS is intended for indoor use only.

• Do not operate this UPS in direct sunlight, in contact with fluids, or where there is excessive dust or humidity.

• Be sure the air vents on the UPS are not blocked. Allow adequate space for proper ventilation.

• The battery typically lasts for three to five years. Environmental factors impact battery life. Elevated ambient temperatures, poor

quality AC power, and frequent short duration discharges will shorten battery life.

• Connect the UPS power cable directly to a wall outlet. Do not use surge protectors or extension cords.

For the recycling battery information, please go to apc.com/recycle

• CAUTION: Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised by personnel knowledgeable about batteries and the required

precautions.

• CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode.

• CAUTION: Do not open or mutilate batteries. Released material is harmful to the skin and eyes. It may be toxic.

• CAUTION: Before replacing batteries, remove conductive jewelry such as chains, wrist watches, and rings. High energy through

conductive materials could cause severe burns.

• CAUTION: Failed batteries can reach temperatures that exceed the burn thresholds for touchable surfaces.CAUTION: A battery

can present a risk of electrical shock and high short-circuit current. The following precautions should be observed when working

on batteries:

– Disconnect the charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting battery terminals.

– Do not wear any metal objects including watches and rings.

– Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.

– Use tools with insulated handles.

– Wear rubber gloves and boots.

Inventory Safety

This unit is intended for indoor use only.

Do not operate this unit in direct sunlight, in contact with

fluids, or where there is excessive dust or humidity.

CAUTION

RISK OF HYDROGEN SULPHIDE GAS AND EXCESSIVE SMOKE

• Replace the battery at least every 5 years or at the end of its service life, whichever is earlier.

• Replace the battery immediately when the UPS indicates battery replacement is necessary.

• Replace batteries with the same number and type of batteries as originally installed in the equipment.

• Replace the battery immediately when the UPS indicates a battery over-temperature condition, or when

there is evidence of electrolyte leakage. Power off the UPS, unplug it from the AC input, and disconnect

the batteries. Do not operate the UPS until the batteries have been replaced.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in minor or moderate injury and equipment damage.

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Summary of content (12 pages)

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Installation and Operation Manual Back-UPS® BR900G-RS Inventory Safety bu001a This unit is intended for indoor use only. Do not operate this unit in direct sunlight, in contact with fluids, or where there is excessive dust or humidity. Important Safety Messages SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the UPS and batteries. • This UPS is intended for indoor use only.
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– Determine if battery is either intentionally or inadvertently grounded. Contact with any part of a grounded battery can result in electric shock and burns by high short-circuit current. The risk of such hazards can be reduced if grounds are removed during installation and maintenance by a skilled person. • This manual can be downloaded from APC by Schneider Electric Website www.apc.com.
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Connect the Equipment Battery Backup and Surge Protected outlets When the Back-UPS is receiving input power, the Surge Protection only outlets and the Battery Backup with Surge Protection outlets will supply power to connected equipment. During a power outage or other AC problems, only the Battery Backup outlets receive power for a limited time from the Back-UPS.
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Operation Power Saving Feature This Back-UPS is equipped with power saving outlets that conserve electricity. Configure the Back-UPS to recognize a Master device, such as a computer or an A/V receiver, and Controlled by master peripheral devices, such as a printer, speakers, or a scanner. When the Master device goes into Standby or Hibernation mode, or is turned off, the Controlled by Master device(s) will be turned off. The Back-UPS ships with this Power Saving feature DISABLED.
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Front Panel Buttons and Display Use the three buttons on the front panel of the Back-UPS and the display to configure the Back-UPS. Front panel  DISPLAY button  Display bu044b  MUTE button  POWER button On Line: The Back-UPS is supplying conditioned AC power to connected equipment. Power Saving Function: The MASTER and CONTROLLED outlets are enabled. The power saving feature is active when the master device goes into Standby or Hibernation mode.
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Alerts and System Events Audible Alerts Four Beeps Every 30 Seconds Back-UPS is running on battery. You should consider saving any work in progress. Continuous Beeping Low battery condition and battery run-time is very low. Promptly save any work in progress, exit all open applications, and shut down the operating system. Continuous tone Battery Backup outputs are overloaded. Chirps for 1 Minute every 5 hours Battery is not able to pass the automatic diagnostic test and should be replaced.
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Function Quick-Reference Function Button Timing UPS (seconds) Status Description Power POWER ON 0.2 Off POWER OFF 2 On 0.2 On Verify the status or condition of the Back-UPS. The LCD will illuminate for 60 seconds. 2 On The LCD will illuminate and the Back-UPS will beep to confirm Continuous Illumination mode is activated. The LCD will extinguish and the Back-UPS will beep to confirm that Power-Saving mode is activated.
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Troubleshooting Problem Back-UPS will not turn on. Corrective Action Be sure the Back-UPS is securely connected to a AC outlet. Disconnect non-essential equipment from the Back-UPS. Reset the circuit breaker. Re-connect equipment one item at a time. If the circuit breaker trips again, disconnect the device that caused the event. The internal battery is not connected. Connect the battery. The AC input voltage is out of range. Adjust the transfer voltage and sensitivity range.
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Specifications t Model VA Maximum Load Nominal Input Voltage Online Input Voltage Range Automatic Voltage Regulation Frequency Range On-battery wave shape Typical Recharge Time Transfer Time Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Unit Dimensions Unit Weight Interface On-Battery Runtime Replacement Battery Humidity Pollution degree Overvoltage category Applicable power grid power distribution system Applicable standard International Protection Code BR900G-RS 900 VA 540 W 230 V 176 V to 294 V 188 V-216
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APC Customer Support Worldwide Internet http://www.apc.com/support Telephone Russia: 8 800 200-64-46 Ukraine: 0 800 502-72-20 Check Web site listings for other countries. Warranty The standard warranty is two (2) years from the date of purchase. The APC by Schneider Electric standard procedure is to replace the original unit with a factory reconditioned unit.