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The unit contains dangerous voltages. To reduce the risk of electric shock, intall the SOLA 320 UPS in a temperature controlled and humidity controlled indoor area free of conductive contaminants.
Table of Contents Starting the Unit ..........2 SOLA 320 UPS Features ........3 Unit Identification ..........4 Symbols, LEDs and Audible Beeps ..... 5 Troubleshooting ..........6 Replacing the Fuse ..........7 Replacing the Batteries ........8 Communication Port ......... 11 Specifications ..........
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If not, see the Troubleshooting section on page 6. 4 Switch off the load equipment and plug it into the outlets on the back of the SOLA 320 UPS. 5 Switch on the load equipment one piece at a time.
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W indows ‘ 95 Plug and Play Installation If a dialog box appears during Windows ‘ 95 startup announcing that the program has found a SOLA 320 UPS, you may follow the steps below for quick CheckUPS II installation. When Windows ‘ 95 displays the New Hardware Found dialog box, select the Driver from disk provided by hardware manufac- turer option, and click the OK button.
SOLA 320 UPS Features The SOLA SOLA 320 UPS system provides protection against power problems, including power outages, brownouts, and sudden increases in power. It also provides spike suppression and line noise filtering to protect your equipment. Front panel LEDs and an audible alarm keep you aware of the unit’ s status.
Unit Identification Front Panel 400VA Back Panel 400VA USE ONLY WITH A 250V FUSE ™ 1. Symbols and LEDs (See Table 1) 5. Telephone/Network Surge Protection 2. Alarm Silence Button 6. Output Receptacles 3. On/Off Button 7. Input Connector 4. DB9 Communication Port 8.
Symbols, LEDs and Audible Beeps The front panel LEDs and an audible beep indicate the unit status. The unit sounds a series of beeps every five seconds whenever the unit is on battery power or an alarm is present. See Table 2.
(located on the rear of the unit) available. If the unit must be returned, SOLA will give you a Return Materi- als Authorization (RMA) number. Phone SOLA for an RMA number before returning the unit for any reason.
400VA Models and 750U and 1000U Models: Push the fuse holder back into the unit until it clicks into place. 400VA Models and 750U and 1000U Models: Reconnect the UPS power cord to the back of the SOLA 320 UPS. Switch on the unit.
SOLA 320 UPS. Disconnect the line cord from the SOLA 320 UPS. On the bottom of the SOLA 320 UPS, remove the Phillips screw at the top of the battery door and slide the door off. The Answer in Power Protection...
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SOLA 320 UPS. Slide the battery door back into place and secure with the Phillips screw removed in step 3. Reconnect the line cord to the SOLA 320 UPS unit and turn the unit on. Reconnect the load equipment.
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Use the two screws removed in Step 4 to attach the interior panel. Carefully snap the front cover, with the attached LED panel and ribbon cable, back onto the unit. Plug in the SOLA 320 UPS. Switch on the unit, plug in the The Answer in Power Protection...
OS/2 Windows 3.X, 95 and NT Novell NetWare SOLA offers interface kits that allow you to connect many other computer systems to the SOLA 320 UPS’ s communication port. For the following computer systems, or specific information on SOLA interface kits, call SOLA’ s Worldwide Service or your local SOLA dealer.
Pin 9 Chassis Ground. Contacts consist of open collector circuits capable of switching up to +30 VDC 6 mA resistive load. Specifications Line Transient Protection: Passes ANSI/IEEE C62.41 Category A, let-through voltage (as percentage of peak voltage) < 1.6%. Safety Compliance: Model U: UL listed to UL1778, UL listed to CAN/CSA C22.2 No.
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Fuse. All other models: Fuse - See label on unit for fuse size and type. Recharge Time (to 90% of capacity): < 8 hours. Specifications (cont.) Load Compatibility: Can support 100% power factor corrected, switch-mode power supply load. Audible Noise (on line): <...
SOLA Dry Type Transformers also have an extended warranty - 5 years from date of despatch. All SOLA Single Phase UPS products have an extended warranty - 2 years from date of despatch. SOLA 4000 3 Phase UPS have an extended warranty - 2 years from date of despatch.
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Providing that the batteries are used within the limits as set out in Sola Operating Manuals, they are guaranteed for one year, from despatch date as per invoice.
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Shipments must be made in the original packing container. Damage resulting from shipment in a non-original container will void this warranty. For proper handling upon receipt at SOLA, the R/A Number must be clearly placed in several locations on the outside of the package. SOLA will not be responsible for damage to returned goods that have not been properly packaged or damage exceeding normal wear and tear.
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In addition, SOLA/BEST field sales offices are conveniently located to provide prompt attention to customer needs. Call SOLA/BEST direct to find the closest authorised distributor.
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