Hardware Installation Guide………….2 Software Installation Guide…………..3 Software User Manual………………..4 Thank you for purchasing a MINUTEMAN UPS Product. To enjoy all the features and benefits of this Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), please read and follow all installation and operation instructions completely.
This LED is illuminated when the utility condition is normal and the UPS outlets are providing power, free of surges and spikes. MN 325/MN 525 User’s Manual Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) grounded. If you need to de-energize this equip- ment, turn off and unplug the UPS.
13. Insert the software disk into the floppy drive. 14. Click Install. 15. Follow the on-screen instructions. 16. Once the software is installed, remove the floppy disk and restart your computer. MN 325/MN 525 User’s Manual Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Software Icon...
When your computer restarts, the MINUTE- MAN PowerCenter software will appear on your screen for a few seconds, and then mini- mize. It will appear as a blue and white battery icon located in the system tray, near the clock. FOR WINDOWS 2000 1.
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4. OK Button: This button is used to exit the window. 5. Clear Button: This button is used to clear the information in the selected log. MN 325/MN 525 User’s Manual Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
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Note: This service must be stopped in order to use the MINUTEMAN PowerCenter software. To stop the service, remove the checkmark from Uninterruptible Power Supply is installed on. Click OK. Acknowledge the message that the UPS is in an unknown state and exit to the desktop.
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As the battery discharges, the unit will beep more rapidly, indicating that the battery is nearing dis- charge. Once the test is complete, plug the UPS back in and start your computer. Please allow 4- hours for the UPS to recharge before attempting another self-test. MN 325/MN 525 User’s Manual Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
REPLACING THE BATTERY (Authorized Service Personnel) CAUTION! Read and follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before servicing the bat- tery. Service the battery under the supervision of Authorized Service Personnel knowledgeable of batteries and their precautions. CAUTION! Use only the specified type of battery. See your dealer for replacement batteries. CAUTION! The battery may present risk of electrical shock.
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Note: Replace the batteries with the same number and type as originally installed in the UPS. These batteries have pressure-operated vents. These UPS contain sealed non-spillable lead-acid batteries. Model # MN 325 Battery 12V3ah Model # Battery BP3-12 Part # MN 325/MN 525 User’s Manual Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) MN 525 MN 525 12V7ah BP7-12...
DEFINITIONS FOR ILLUMINATED LED INDICATORS Site Circuit Power Wiring Breaker Fault On/Off On/Off On/Off On/Off Alarm Normal Mode Utility Failure- the UPS is in the battery Beeps mode. Rapid Utility Failure- The UPS is in the battery Beeps mode and will run out of battery-power shortly. System Overload- Occurs when connected Beeps equipment exceeds the rating of UPS.
The serial cable is not the cable that was included with the UPS. MN 325/MN 525 User’s Manual Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Solution Turn the UPS off and unplug at least one piece of equipment. Wait 10-seconds, reset the circuit breaker by depressing the button, and then turn the UPS on.
SPECIFICATIONS Model number VA/Watt rating Input Voltage (AC Mode) Input Frequency Output Voltage (AC Mode) Output Voltage (Battery Mode) Output Frequency (Battery Mode) Transfer Time Max. Load for battery- powered Outlets Max. Combined load for Surge Only and battery- powered Outlets Output Wave Form (Battery Mode) Input Protection...
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(s): UL-1778 Standard(s) to which Conformity is declared: FCC CLASS B Manufacturer’s Name: Para Systems, Inc. (MINUTEMAN UPS) Manufacturer’s Address: 1455 LeMay Drive; Carrollton, Texas 75007 USA Type of Equipment: Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
Limited Product Warranty Para Systems Inc. (Para Systems) warrants this equipment, when properly applied and operated within specified conditions, against faulty materials (excluding the Batteries) or workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. Para Systems Inc. (Para Systems) warrants the Batteries for a period of two years from the date of purchase.
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8) Windows will find new hardware. 9) Insert the PowerCenter software disk into the floppy drive. 10) Follow the on-screen instructions When the installation is completed, remove the floppy disk. MN 325/MN 525 User’s Manual Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Addendum...
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