Equipment Connection Warnings • Do not use Tripp Lite UPS Systems for life support applications in which a malfunction or failure of a Tripp Lite UPS System could cause failure or significantly alter the performance of a life-support device.
Installation Mounting Rack Mount your equipment in either a 4-post or 2-post rack or rack enclosure (see next page for 2- post mounting). The user must determine the fitness of hardware and procedures before mounting. If hardware and procedures are not suitable for your application, contact the manufacturer of your rack or rack enclosure.
(continued) 2-Post (Telecom) Mounting If you mount 2U UPS models in 2-post racks, they require the addition of a Tripp Lite 2-Post Rackmount Installation Kit (model: 2POSTRMKITWM, sold separately). See Installation Kit owner’s manual for installation procedure for 2U UPS models.
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Installation Important Safety Instructions (continued) Connection and Start-Up (continued) Turn the UPS ON: • Press the ON/TEST Switch and hold it for several seconds until you hear a beep • Release the ON/TEST Switch. The ON LINE LED will illuminate, and your UPS will begin providing power to its AC outlets Note: After initial installation of the UPS or after prolonged storage, the internal batteries must charge for 2-...
DB9 serial cable (see communication port of your computer to the communication port of your UPS. Install on your computer the Tripp Lite PowerAlert Software appropriate to your computer's operating system. Your UPS may feature additional communications ports; these ports may be connected to additional computers that have PowerAlert Software installed.
Basic Operation Front Panel Switches “ON/TEST” Button: This switch controls four separate UPS functions: UPS Power ON To turn the UPS on, press this button, hold it for several seconds until you hear a beep, then release it. The “ON LINE” LED will illuminate. UPS Self-Test During normal on-line operation, press this button and hold it until you hear a beep.
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“FAULT” LED (select models only): This red light will flash when your UPS detects an internal fault (overheating, overvoltages, etc.). If the light persists after restarting the UPS, contact Tripp Lite for service. “LOAD ACTIVE METER” LED: This green light will illuminate when your UPS is receiving AC power to indicate that the set of four dual-function LEDs is displaying the load level of your UPS.
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Let the UPS system charge for at least 12 hours and perform a self test using the “ON/TEST Button” as described on page 7. If the light continues to stay on, contact Tripp Lite for service.
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Communications Communications Ports (USB or RS-232): These ports connect your UPS to any workstation or server. Use with Tripp Lite’s PowerAlert Software and included cables to enable your computer to automatically save open files and shut down equipment during a blackout.
12 hours and perform a self test using the "ON/Test Switch" as described on page 7. If the light continues to stay on, contact Tripp Lite for service. Prepare for imminent UPS shutdown. Reduce the load the UPS supports. Remove the cause of the short circuit from the UPS output.
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Tripp Lite for repairs. Check the UPS to be sure that there is adequate space for air to circulate near the vents and that the fan is working properly. Restart the UPS. If the problem persists, contact Tripp Lite for repairs.
Battery Replacement Under normal conditions, the original batteries in your UPS will last many years. See "Important Safety Instructions" before replacing batteries. The batteries are designed for hot- swap replacement (i.e. leaving the UPS in ON mode), but some qualified service personnel may wish to put the UPS in the OFF mode and disconnect equipment before proceeding.
When requesting compliance information for this product, always refer to the series number. The series number should not be confused with the marking name or model number of the product. The policy of Tripp Lite is one of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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