Storing The Ups And Batteries; Replacing Batteries - Eaton 5115 User Manual

UPS MAINTENANCE

Storing the UPS and Batteries

Replacing Batteries

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Eaton 5115 Tower UPS (500–1400 VA) User's Guide
If you store the UPS for a long period, recharge the battery every
6 months by plugging the UPS into a power outlet. The batteries charge
to 90% capacity in approximately 3 hours. However, it is recommended
that the batteries charge for 6 to 24 hours after long-term storage.
Check the battery recharge date on the shipping carton label. If the date
has expired and the batteries were never recharged, do not use the
UPS. Contact your service representative.
NOTE DO NOT DISCONNECT the batteries while the UPS is in Battery mode.
With the hot‐swappable battery feature, UPS batteries can be replaced
easily without turning the UPS off or disconnecting the load.
If you prefer to remove input power to change the batteries, press and
hold the for two seconds and then unplug the UPS.
button
Consider all warnings, cautions, and notes before replacing batteries.
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Batteries can present a risk of electrical shock or burn from high short circuit current. The
following precautions must 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.
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Replace batteries with the same number and type of batteries as originally installed in
the UPS.
Pull the battery out onto a flat, stable surface. The battery is unsupported when you pull it
out of the UPS.
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