Battery Maintenance - GE EP 700T User Manual

14. BATTERY MAINTENANCE

l This series UPS doesn't requires much maintenance. The battery used for
standard models are value regulated sealed lead-acid maintenance free battery.
The only requirement is to charge the UPS regularly so as to maximize the
expected life of the battery. When being connected to the utility power, whether the
UPS is turned on or not, the UPS keeps charging the batteries and also offers the
protective function of overcharging and over-discharging.
l The UPS should be charged once every 4 to 6 months if it has not been used for a
long time.
l In hot regions, the battery should be charged and discharged every 2 months. The
standard charging time should be at least 12 hours.
l Under normal conditions, the battery life lasts 3 to 5 years. In case if the battery is
found not in good condition, earlier replacement should be made. Battery
replacement should be performed by qualified personnel.
l Replace batteries with the same number and same type of batteries.
l Do not replace the battery individually. All the batteries should be replaced at the
same time following the instructions of the battery supplier.
l Normally, the batteries should be charged and discharged once every 4 to 6
months. Charging should begin after the UPS shuts down automatically in the
course of discharging, the standard charging time for the standard UPS should be
at least 12 hours.
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