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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ! Please read this manual before installing your MBK-E Series UPS, models MBK550E, MBK750E, as it provides important information that should be fol- lowed during installation and maintenance of the UPS and batteries allowing you to correctly set up your system for the maximum safety and performance.
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CAUTION! Connect the UPS to a two pole, three wire grounding AC wall outlet. The receptacle must be connected to the appropriate branch protection (circuit breaker or fuse). Connection to any other type of receptacle may result in a shock hazard and violate local elec- trical codes.
Receiving Inspection After removing your MINUTEMAN UPS from its carton, it should be inspected for damage that may have occurred in shipping. Immediately notify the carrier and place of purchase if any damage is found. Warranty claims for damage caused by the carrier will not be honored. The packing materials that your UPS was shipped in are carefully designed to minimize any shipping damage.
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On-Line/On-Battery/Boost LED Fault LED Overload LED Weak/Bad Battery LED On/Off/Test Button Press and release the ON/OFF/Test Button after 1 beep to turn the UPS ON or OFF (see section 4). On-Line On-Battery Boost The On-Line/On-Battery and Boost (green) LED illuminates in a steady state when the UPS is on and supplying AC power to the load.
REAR PANEL 1. The Information/Rating Label. 2. The Battery Backup and Surge output power receptacles are NEMA 5-15R type. 3. The USB Communications Interface Port is for UPS monitoring and control. 4. The Surge ONLY output power receptacles are NEMA 5-15R type. 5.
INSTALLATION PLACEMENT The MBK-E series is intended to be install in a temperature controlled environ- ment that is free of conductive contaminants. Select a location which will pro- vide good air circulation for the UPS at all times. Avoid locations near heating devices, water or excessive humidity, or where the UPS is exposed to direct sunlight.
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Qualified Electrician correct the problem. CHARGING THE BATTERY The MBK-E Series UPS will charge the internal batteries whenever the UPS is connected to an AC source. It is recommended that the UPS's batteries be charged for a minimum of 4 hours before use. The UPS may be used immediately, however, the “ON Battery”...
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TURNING THE UNIT ON/OFF ON / OFF / Test Button Press and release the ON/OFF/Test Button after one beep to turn the UPS ON and supply power to the load. The load is immediately powered while the UPS runs a two-second self test. Press and release the ON/OFF/Test Button after one beep to turn the UPS OFF.
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Fan lock Alarm. COMMUNICATIONS PORT The MBK-E series comes standard with a USB communication port. NOTE: See the SentryII CD for the Power Monitoring Software installation. See the USB Driver CD for the USB installation.
What To Do Possible Cause Symptom On/Off/Test button not Press and release the On/Off/ UPS will not turn on pushed Test button to start UPS UPS operates in Input AC circuit breaker is Reset circuit breaker by pressing the plunger back in. battery mode only, tripped If the AC circuit breaker trips...
REPLACING THE BATTERY (AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY) The MBK-E Series UPS has an easy to replace hot-swappable batteries. Please read all of the WARNING and CAUTIONS before attempting to service the batteries. NOTE: If there is a power interruption while replacing the hot-swappable batteries, with the UPS on, the load will not be backed up.
CAUTION: Replace batteries with the same number and type as originally installed in the UPS. These batteries have pressure operated vents. These UPSs contain sealed non-spillable lead acid batteries. MBK750E MBK550E Model # Battery 1-12V7Ah 2-12V7Ah Model # Panasonic LC-R127R2 LC-R127 Part # Yuasa Part #...
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9. Disconnect the positive (red) wire from the battery positve terminal. 10. Disconnect the battery negative (black) wire from the battery negative terminal. NOTE: Use CAUTION, do not touch the battery positive wire to the battery negative wire. 11. Remove the battery bracket retaining screw and slide the battery bracket upwards.
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IF THE UPS REQUIRES SERVICE 1.Use the TROUBLESHOOTING section to eliminate obvious causes. 2.Verify there are no circuit breakers tripped. A tripped circuit breaker is the most common problem. 3.Call your dealer for assistance. If you cannot reach your dealer, or if they cannot resolve the problem call or fax MINUTEMAN Technical Support at the following numbers;...
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MBK750E MBK550E MODEL NUMBER Acceptable Input voltage 0 - 150VAC 120VAC setting (default):85-132VAC, Selectable: 75/80-132VAC Input voltage (AC Mode) 127VAC setting: 85-140VAC, Selectable: 75/80-140VAC Output voltage (AC Mode) 120VAC setting: 105-132VAC, 127VAC setting: 105-140V 50 or 60 Hz, autosensing Nominal input frequency Input protection Resettable circuit breaker Frequency limits (AC Mode)
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(These items may require optional software or hardware) User Choices Description Factory Function Default MBK-E Use this function to uniquely UPS ID Up to 64 identify the UPS in your network characters configuration to define the UPS Date of Battery Date of battery Enter the current date when manufacture...
Para Systems Inc. (Para Systems) warrants this equipment, when properly applied and operated within specified conditions, against faulty materials (ex- cluding 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.
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY (Continued) EXCEPT AS PROVIDED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL PARA SYSTEMS BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUEN- TIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Specifically, Para Sys- tems is not liable for any costs, such as lost profits or revenue, loss of equip- ment, loss of use of equipment, loss of software, loss of data, cost of substi- tutes, claims by third parties, or otherwise.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC Standard(s) to which Conformity is declared: EN50091-1-1, EN50091-2 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) Model No: MBK550E, MBK750E Year of Manufacture: Beginning April 30, 2003 I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above...
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