Tripp Lite SmartPro SMX5000XLRT3U Owner's Manual page 8

Optional Installation
EPO Port Connection
3
This optional feature is only for those applications
which require connection to a facility's Emergency
Power Off (EPO) circuit. When the UPS is connected
to this circuit, it enables emergency shutdown of the
UPS's inverter.
Using the cable provided, connect the EPO port of
your UPS (see
or normally open switch according to the circuit
diagram (see
3b
surge suppressor; do not connect a phone line to this
port.
External Battery Connection
4
All UPS models come with a robust internal battery
system; select models feature connectors (see
that accept optional external battery packs (sold
separately from Tripp Lite) to provide additional
runtime. Adding external batteries will increase
recharge time as well as runtime. See battery pack
owner's manual for complete installation instructions.
Make sure cables are fully inserted into their
connectors. Small sparks may result during battery
connection; this is normal. Do not connect or
disconnect battery packs when the UPS is running on
battery power.
If you connect any external batteries, set the Battery
Charge Level Switch (see
This will increase your UPS's charger output so the
additional batteries charge faster.
Note: the switch to the right of the Battery Charge Level
Switch is inactive and will not affect UPS operation regardless
of its position.
CAUTION! DO NOT set the Battery Charge Level
Switch to the down position without an external
battery connected. There is a risk of damaging
the UPS's internal battery system.
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) to a user-supplied normally closed
3a
). The EPO port is not a phone line
) to the down position.
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connection base step 1
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