Replacing The New Battery; Testing The New Battery; Recycling The Used Battery - Powertronix PTX 2 M Series User Manual

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4. Maintenance

4.2 Replacing the New Battery

This UPS contains potentially hazardous voltages. Do not open the UPS.
user-serviceable parts inside.
When replacing the battery, use the same number and voltage(V)/capacity(Ah).
Avoid harm to the environment: proper disposal or recycling of the batteries is
required. Refer to local regulations for disposal requirements.
NEVER dispose of battery in a fire. They may explode.
Do not open or damage the battery. The contents (electrolyte) may be
extremely toxic. If exposed to electrolyte, then wash immediately with plenty
of water.
Avoid charging in a sealed container.
Never short circuit the battery. When working with batteries, remove watches,
rings and other metal objects. Only use insulated tools.
The following precautions should be observed when working on batteries:
Make sure that there is no voltage before touching the batteries.

4.3 Testing the New Battery

Start up the UPS with load added. Press the "Select-up" & "Enter" buttons (for LCD version)
or the "Select-down" & "Enter" buttons (for LED version) for three seconds to activate the
self-test. If the UPS switches back to Normal Mode after 10 seconds, then the batteries are
good. If it does not, then please replace the battery or contact your sales representative for
assistance.

4.4 Recycling the Used Battery

Do not discard the UPS and batteries with normal household/industrial waste. Contact your
local recycling or hazardous waste center for information on proper disposal of used battery
pack and batteries.
Consider all warnings, cautions, and notes before replacing batteries.
Batteries can present a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit
current. The following precautions should be observed when working on
batteries:
Remove watches, rings, and other metal objects.
Use tools with insulated handles.
Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
Do not attempt to alter any battery wiring or connectors. Attempting
to alter wiring can cause injury.
Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
Refer to your local codes for disposal requirements.
Do not open or damage the battery or batteries. Released electrolyte
is harmful to the skin and eyes and it is toxic.
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• Remove watches, rings, and other metal objects.
• Use tools with insulated handles.
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The batteries may explode.
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