Maintenance - Toshiba T1000 Series Installation And Operation Manual

15 MAINTENANCE

You can expect the UPS to function with a minimal amount of maintenance. Consider
changing the batteries at the recommended intervals help insure a long life free of trouble.
The most critical issues affecting UPS reliability are environmental issues. Ensure that the
temperature and humidity are always according to specifications and keep the area around
the unit clean and dust free.
At a temperature of 25°C, the typical battery lifetime is 4 years.
The backup batteries will degrade with time. The rate of degradation, or wearing out, is
affected by the environment and usage in backup mode. Check the back-up battery at
regular intervals of 6 to 12 months to determine whether the back-up time of the battery is
adequate for its intended purpose.
WARNING!
Batteries may cause electrical shock or burns from high short circuit currents.
Please observe the following precautions: 1. Remove jewelry and metal objects
such as watches and rings. 2. Use tools that have insulated handles. 3. Keep
tools and other metal objects from contacting and away from the batteries.
ELECTRIC ENERGY HAZARD: Do not attempt to rewire, alter, or change any
battery wiring or connectors. Attempting to make such alterations can cause
injury.
Replace the batteries with the same number and type as originally installed
batteries.
DO NOT DISCONNECT the batteries while UPS is in Battery mode.
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