Replacing Batteries - Powerware 5140 User Manual

Battery Maintenance

Replacing Batteries

There are two ways to replace the batteries:
: With utility power (hot-swapping).
: Without utility power.
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Only qualified service personnel (such as a licensed electrician) should perform
the battery installation. Risk of electrical shock.
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Batteries can present a risk of electrical shock or burn from high short circuit
current. The following precautions should be observed: 1) Remove watches, rings,
or other metal objects; 2) Use tools with insulated handles; 3) Do not lay tools or
metal parts on top of batteries.
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ELECTRIC ENERGY HAZARD. Do not attempt to alter any battery wiring or
connectors. Attempting to alter wiring can cause injury.
NOTE DO NOT DISCONNECT the batteries while the UPS is in Battery mode.
mode, utility power continues to support the connected equipment;
however, the equipment is not protected from utility failures.
The UPS shuts down completely, removing power
from the connected equipment.
W A R N I N G
With the UPS in Maintenance Bypass
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