Important Safety Instructions; Save These Instructions - Tripp Lite SmartPro Owner's Manual

Important Safety Instructions

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This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during the installation,
operation and storage of this product. Failure to heed these warnings will void your warranty.
UPS Location Warnings
• Use caution when lifting the UPS. Because of the considerable weight of all Rackmount UPS
systems, at least two people should assist in lifting and installing them.
• The UPS must be installed near main outlet supply.
• Install your UPS indoors, away from excess moisture or heat, dust or direct sunlight.
• For best performance, the ambient temperature near your UPS should be between 0° C and
40° C (between 32° F and 104° F).
• Leave adequate space around all sides of the UPS for proper ventilation. Do not obstruct its
vents or fan openings.
• Do not mount unit with its front or rear panel facing down (at any angle). Mounting in this manner will
seriously inhibit the unit's internal cooling, eventually causing product damage not covered under
warranty.
UPS Connection Warnings
• The UPS contains its own energy source (battery). The output terminals may be live even
when the UPS is not connected to an AC supply.
• Connect your UPS to a properly grounded AC power outlet. Do not modify the UPS's plug
in a way that would eliminate the UPS's connection to ground. Do not use adapters that
eliminate the UPS's connection to ground.
• Do not plug your UPS into itself; this will damage the UPS and void your warranty.
• If you are connecting your UPS to a motor-powered AC generator, the generator must provide
filtered, frequency-regulated computer-grade output. Connecting your UPS to a generator will
void its Ultimate Lifetime Insurance.
• Branch circuit protection must be provided by building installation.
Equipment Connection Warnings
• Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be
expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety or
effectiveness is not recommended. Do not use this equipment in the presence of a flammable anesthetic
mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide.
• Do not connect surge suppressors or extension cords to the output of your UPS. This might overload the
UPS and will void the surge suppressor and UPS warranties.
Battery Warnings
• Batteries can present a risk of electrical shock and burn from high short-circuit current. Observe proper
precautions. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. Do not open the UPS or batteries. Do not short or
bridge the battery terminals with any object. Unplug and turn off the UPS before performing battery
replacement. Use tools with insulated handles. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the UPS. Battery
replacement should be performed only by authorized service personnel using the same number and type of
batteries (sealed Lead-Acid). The batteries are recyclable. Refer to your local codes for disposal
requirements. Tripp Lite offers a complete line of UPS System Replacement Battery Cartridges (R.B.C.).
Visit Tripp Lite on the Web at www.tripplite.com to locate the specific replacement battery for your UPS.
• During hot-swap battery replacement, the UPS will not provide backup power in the event of
a blackout or other power interruptions.
• Do not operate UPS without batteries.
• When adding external battery packs to select models with external battery pack connectors, connect only
Tripp Lite-recommended battery packs of the correct voltage and type. Do not connect or disconnect
battery packs when the UPS is operating on battery power.
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