American Power Conversion 250/450 Power Supply User Manual
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1. Input Over Current Protection Frequency limits on line operation Transfer time Maximum load On battery output voltage On battery frequency 60 Hz 0 1 Hz unless synchronized to utility during brownout On battery waveshape Stepped sine wave Output Over Current Protection Overcurrent and short circuit protected latching shutdown on overload Battery type Spill proof maintenance free sealed lead acid cycles and ambient temperature Typical recharge time Operating temperature Storage temperature Operating and storage relative humidity Operating elevation Storage elevation Audible noise at 1 m 3 ft Size H x W x D Weight net shipping 18 5 23 lbs 21 5 26 lbs Safety and approvals UL1778 CSA 107 1 EMC Emissions FCC Part 15 Class A VCCI Class A If the UPS requires service do not return it to the dealer Follow these steps 1 Use the Troubleshooting section of the Quick Reference Guide to eliminate common problems 2 Verify that no circuit breakers are tripped A tripped circuit breaker is the most common UPS problem 3 If the problem persists call customer service or visit the APC Internet Website www apcc com 4 Note the model number of the UPS the serial number and the date purchased A technician will ask you to describe the problem and try to solve it over the phone if possible If this is not possible the technician will issue a Return Merchandise Authorization Number RMA2. 5 If the UPS is under warranty repairs are free If not there is a repair charge 6 Disconnect the batteries before packing the UPS 7 Pack the UPS in its original packaging If the original packing is not available ask customer service about obtaining a new set 8 Pack the UPS properly to avoid damage in transit Never use Styrofoam beads for packaging Damage sustained in transit is not covered under warranty 9 Include a letter with your name RMA address copy of the sales receipt description of the trouble your daytime phone number and a check if necessary EMC Immunity EN 50082 1 RFI IEC 1000 4 3 10 Mark the RMA on the outside of the package EFT EN 61000 4 4 g ESD EN ae 42 11 Return the UPS by insured prepaid carrier to the address given to you by Customer Service LEDs and Audible Alarms North amp Latin America Europe ah Balh 132 Fairgrounds Road Ballybritt Business Park West Kingston Rhode Island 02892 Galway Ireland 1800 702000 USA Toll free within the Republic of Ireland only 1 800 800 4APC 1 401 789 5735 E Mail E Mail North America apctech apcc com Europe apceurtech apcc com Latin America apctchla apcc com 2 Burien ee Tete Ts esmers fT O ine eT LOT eT Same LT
3. connected to utility power The battery pack will charge fully during the first 4 hours of normal operation Do not expect full battery back up runtime during this initial charge period Operating Instructions Switch On Switch Off AyD ao O e With the UPS plugged in press and release the on off test button to supply power to the loads a Se O The loads are immediately powered while the UPS performs a self test Press and release the button again to turn off power to the loads It may be convenient to use the UPS as a master on off switch for the protected equipment Ag The green on line LED illuminates when the UPS is supplying utility power to the loads Self test The UPS performs a self test automatically when turned on and every two weeks thereafter Automatic self test eases maintenance requirements by eliminating the need for periodic manual self tests During the self test the UPS briefly powers the loads on battery If the UPS passes the self test it returns to on line operation If the UPS turns off during the self test and emits a fading tone the batteries are not connected properly The loads are not affected by a failed test Recharge the battery pack overnight and perform the self test again If the replace battery LED is still on replace the battery pack using the Replacing the Battery Pack procedure Vlon Battery During on battery operation the yellow on batte
4. with the controls towards or at the top not at the bottom of the unit u 00 Q 0 a 0 T The illustrations above show the proper positions for wall mounting the unit Warning Do not mount the unit X X on the wall as shown ON in the illustrations at O left Doing so could Be result in a safety hazard Rear View op Noo OF Once the UPS is mounted please follow the installation instructions in the Smart UPS Quick Reference Guide Desktop Use This UPS is provided with four adhesive backed rubber feet for desktop use Attach the feet to the bottom of the unit and remove the ears to use it on a desktop The recommended placement of the feet is shown by a small on the bottom corners of the unit Check the Site Wiring Fault Indicator Caution If the site wiring fault indicator lights get a qualified electrician to correct the building wiring The interface port is used for communicating with the UPS See enclosed documentation for details Connect the Battery Pack The UPS is shipped with the battery pack disconnected To connect the battery pack follow the procedure in Replacing the Battery Pack below LJ Charge the battery pack The UPS charges its battery pack whenever it is
5. APC www apcc com SS APC PowerStack 250 450 Uninterruptible Power Supply User s Manual Tarieclireiicele 990 5017 Revision 1 7 98 English To obtain warranty coverage please fill out and return the warranty registration card now Inspection Inspect the APC PowerStack 250 450 Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS upon receipt Notify the carrier and dealer if there is damage The packaging is recyclable save it for reuse or dispose of it properly Battery Connection Before beginning installation of the UPS please follow the Battery Connection instructions on the front of the unit or follow the steps under Replacing the Battery Pack Placement Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the warranty Rack Mounting The UPS comes with standard 19 46 5 cm rack mount brackets It is supplied with four 4 screws to attach the mounting brackets ears to the chassis Select a rack location with adequate air flow that is free from excessive dust Ensure that the air vents on the sides of the UPS are not blocked Do not operate the UPS where temperature or humidity are outside the limits in the Specifications section of this manual Wall Mounting The brackets on the UPS can be rotated 90 U for wall mounting Remove the screws rotate the brackets and insert the screws in the appropriate holes Wall mount the unit
6. nnector is visible Warning Do not force the battery pack out This ma Battery Pack Replacement Procedure 8 YP 7 damage internal wiring Battery pack replacement is a safe procedure isolated from electrical hazards You may leave the UPS and loads on for the following procedure 4 Disconnect the battery connector by gripping both sides of the connector and firmly pulling them apart Notes a ES Once the battery pack is disconnected the loads are not protected from K 5 Slide the battery pack out of the UPS power outages 6 Slide the new battery pack three fourths of the way into the UPS 7 Connect the battery connector attached to the unit to the connector attached to the new battery pack Be careful removing the batteries they are heavy Small sparks at the battery connectors are normal during connection 8 Push the battery pack in as far as it will go There are stops in the back to prevent it from going too far 9 Close the battery door turn the battery compartment screws 1 4 turn clockwise and replace the front cover ON N 10 Dispose of the old battery pack properly at an appropriate R g recycling facility or return it to the supplier in the packing material for the new battery pack See the new battery pack instructions for more information Specifications Service Acceptable input voltage Input voltage on line operation Output voltage
7. ry LED illuminates and the UPS sounds an audible alarm consisting of 4 beeps every 30 seconds The alarm stops when the UPS returns to on line operation Low Battery When the UPS is operating on battery and the energy reserve of the battery pack runs low the UPS beeps continuously until the UPS shuts down from battery pack exhaustion or returns to on line operation if the utility power returns before the battery pack is exhausted Replace Battery If the battery pack fails a self test the UPS emits short beeps for one minute and the red replace battery LED illuminates The UPS repeats the alarm every five hours Perform the self test procedure to confirm replace battery conditions The alarm stops when the battery pack passes the self test Cold Start Note Cold start is not a normal operating condition When the UPS is off and there is no utility power it is possible to cold start the UPS to power the loads from the UPS s battery pack O Press and hold the on off test button until the UPS emits a constant tone Release the on off test button during the tone to start the UPS Overload When loads exceed the UPS s capacity the red overload LED illuminates and the UPS emits a sustained tone The alarm remains on until the overload is removed Disconnect nonessential load equipment from the UPS to eliminate the overload If the overload is severe the input circuit breaker may trip the re
8. settable center plunger of the circuit breaker pops out Disconnect nonessential load equipment from the UPS to eliminate the overload and press the plunger back in If there is AC power and the circuit breaker does not trip during overload the loads are still powered If the circuit breaker trips or the UPS attempts to transfer to battery the loads power will be shut off Turn the UPS off then back on to power the loads Storage Conditions Extended Storage Before storing charge the UPS for at least 8 hours Cover the UPS and store it lying flat in a cool dry location with its battery pack fully charged At 15 to 30 UC 5 to 86 OF charge the UPS s battery pack every 6 months At 30 to 45 0C 86 to 113 UF charge the UPS s battery pack every 3 months Replacing the Battery Pack This UPS has an easy to replace hot swappable battery pack Note Please read the cautions in the APC Safety Guide 1 Reach into the finger pull and remove the front cover lt _ 2 Use a flat blade screwdriver to turn the two battery door screws R i p Replacement Batteries HASEF 14 turn counterclockwise open the door See your dealer or call the number in this manual for information on replacement 3 Grasp the clear plastic tab and gently pull the battery pack out battery pack kits For 250 models order RBC17 For 450 models order RBC18 SS a2 of the UPS until the battery co
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