Replacing Batteries; How To Replace Extended Battery Modules - Powerware 5125 User Manual

UPS Maintenance

Replacing Batteries

NOTE DO NOT DISCONNECT the batteries while the UPS is in Battery mode.
With the hot-swappable battery feature, UPS batteries can be replaced
easily without turning the UPS off or disconnecting the load.
If you prefer to remove input power to change the battery: 1) Press and
hold the Off
seconds), then unplug the UPS; 2) Wait 60 seconds while the internal
processor shuts down before you disconnect the battery.
Consider all warnings, cautions, and notes before replacing batteries.
Batteries can present a risk of electrical shock or burn from high short-circuit
S
current. The following precautions should be observed: 1) Remove watches, rings,
or other metal objects; 2) Use tools with insulated handles; 3) Do not lay tools or
metal parts on top of batteries.
ELECTRIC ENERGY HAZARD. Do not attempt to alter any battery wiring or
S
connectors. Attempting to alter wiring can cause injury.

How to Replace Extended Battery Modules

Use the following procedure to replace EBMs:
1. Unplug the EBM cable from the UPS.
2. Replace the EBM. See "Recycling the Used Battery" on page 38
3. Plug the new EBM into the UPS as shown in Figure 19.
4. For additional EBMs, plug the EBM cable of the second cabinet
34
button until the long beep ceases (approximately five
W A R N I N G
for proper disposal.
into the battery connector on the first EBM.
UPS Battery
Connector
Figure 19. EBM Connections (120V Model Shown)
Powerware 5125 Tower (1000–2200 VA) User's Guide
®
EBM
Battery
Connector
EBM
Cable
Rev B www.powerware.com
S