Diagnostics; Battery Test On Demand; Battery Start - Powerware Prestige 9 Series User Manual

UPS Operation
When shutdown is imminent, the Self Test indicator flashes. These
warnings are approximate, and the actual time to shutdown may vary
significantly. Once these warnings are indicated, immediately complete
and save your work to prevent data loss and similar difficulties. When
utility power is restored after the UPS shuts down, the UPS
automatically connects to the load when the startup is complete.

Diagnostics

The UPS periodically performs diagnostic tests while the unit is
operating in Normal mode, ensuring proper operation. These tests
include:
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The UPS also runs a series of over 20 internal tests when power is first
applied. If a diagnostic test fails, see Chapter 7, "Troubleshooting" on
page 71.

Battery Test on Demand

You can perform a battery test on the UPS while it is operating in
Normal mode by pressing the Output On button. The UPS
automatically distributes some of the load to the batteries for 30 seconds
and tests the battery's performance.

Battery Start

This feature allows you to start the UPS without utility power. After
utility power has been unavailable for one minute, press and hold the
Output On button until the alarm beeps.
The UPS supplies power to your equipment and goes into Battery mode.
The
of battery capacity remaining to the UPS. This process should take about
15 seconds.
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Self Test
Utility Verification Test
Battery Discharge Test
Over Temperature Test
NOTE Before using this feature, the UPS must have been powered by utility power at
least once.
indicator remains lit and the front panel displays the percentage
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