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User Manual
English
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APC Smart-UPS
500 VA
100 VAC
750 VA
100/120/230 VAC
Tower
Uninterruptible Power Supply
990-1587A 12/2005
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Introduction The APC Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is designed to prevent blackouts, brownouts, sags, and surges from reaching your equipment. The uninterruptible power supply (UPS) filters small util- ity line fluctuations and isolates your equipment from large disturbances by internally disconnecting from the utility line. The UPS provides continuous power from its internal battery until the utility line returns to safe levels or the battery is fully discharged. 1: INSTALLATION T
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Connect Equipment and Power to the UPS 1. Connect equipment to the UPS. Note: A laser printer draws significantly more power than other types of equipment and may overload the UPS. 2. Add accessories to the Smart-Slot (optional). 3. Connect ground leads to the TVSS screw (optional). To make the connection, loosen the screw and connect the surge suppression device ground lead. Tighten the screw to secure the lead. 4. Plug the UPS into a two-pole, three-wire, grounded receptacle only. Avo
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2: OPERATION Front Display Panel INDICATOR DESCRIPTION Online The UPS is supplying utility power to the connected equipment. AVR Trim The UPS is compensating for a high utility voltage. AVR Boost The UPS is compensating for a low utility voltage. On Battery The UPS is supplying battery power to the connected equipment. Overload The connected loads are drawing more than the UPS power rating. Replace Battery/ The battery is disconnected or must be replaced. Battery D
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FEATURE FUNCTION Self-Test Automatic: The UPS performs a self-test automatically when turned on, and every two weeks thereafter (by default). During the self-test, the UPS briefly operates the connected equipment on battery. Manual: Press and hold the button for a few seconds to initiate the self- test. Cold Start 120V and 230V models only: Supply battery power to the UPS and connected equipment in the absence of utility voltage (see Troubleshooting). Press the button for one second
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3: USER CONFIGURABLE ITEMS NOTE: SETTINGS ARE ADJUSTED THROUGH POWERCHUTE SOFTWARE OR OPTIONAL SMART SLOT ACCESSORY CARDS. FACTORY USER SELECTABLE FUNCTION DESCRIPTION DEFAULT CHOICES Automatic Self- Every 14 days Every 7 days Set the interval at which the UPS will Test (336 hours) (168 hours), execute a self-test. On Startup Only, No Self-Test UPS ID UPS_IDEN Up to eight charac- Uniquely identify the UPS, (i.e. server ters (alphanumeric) name or location) for network man- ag
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NOTE: SETTINGS ARE ADJUSTED THROUGH POWERCHUTE SOFTWARE OR OPTIONAL SMART SLOT ACCESSORY CARDS. FACTORY USER SELECTABLE FUNCTION DESCRIPTION DEFAULT CHOICES High Transfer 100V model: 100V model: Set the high transfer point higher to Point 108 Vac 108, 110, 112, 114 avoid unnecessary battery usage when Vac the utility voltage is usually high and the connected equipment is specified 120V model: 120V model: to operate with input voltages this 127 Vac 127, 130, 133, 136 high. Vac
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4: STORAGE, MAINTENANCE, AND SHIPPING Storage Store the UPS covered in a cool, dry location, with the battery fully charged. At -15 to +30 °C (+5 to +86 °F), charge the UPS battery every six months. At +30 to +45 °C (+86 to +113 °F), charge the UPS battery every three months. Battery Module Maintenance The UPS battery life differs based on usage and environment. Consider replacing the battery every three years. This UPS has an easy to replace, hot-swappable battery. Replacement is a sa
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5: TROUBLESHOOTING Use the chart below to solve minor UPS installation and operation problems. Refer to www.apc.com with complex UPS problems. PROBLEM AND/OR POSSIBLE SOLUTION CAUSE UPS WILL NOT TURN ON UPS not connected to utility Check that the power cord from the UPS to the utility power supply is se- power supply. curely connected at both ends. Battery not connected prop- Check that battery connector on the rear panel is fully snapped into position. erly. Very low or no utility v
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PROBLEM AND/OR POSSIBLE SOLUTION CAUSE THE OVERLOAD LED IS ILLUMINATED AND THE UPS EMITS A SUSTAINED ALARM TONE The UPS is overloaded. The The connected equipment exceeds the specified maximum load. connected equipment is draw- The alarm remains on until the overload is removed. Disconnect nonessen- ing more VA than the UPS can tial equipment from the UPS to eliminate the overload. sustain. The UPS continues to supply power as long as it is online and the circuit breaker does not tri
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PROBLEM AND/OR POSSIBLE SOLUTION CAUSE BATTERY CHARGE AND LOAD LED BARGRAPHS FLASH SIMULTANEOUSLY The UPS has shutdown. The Check that the room temperature is within the specified limits for operation. internal temperature of the Check that the UPS is properly installed, allowing for adequate ventilation UPS has exceeded the allow- (see Position the UPS). able threshold for safe opera- tion. Allow the UPS to cool down. Restart the UPS. If the problem continues, contact APC (see Contac
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6: REGULATORY AND WARRANTY INFORMATION 100V/120V models This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pur- suant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc
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Limited Warranty American Power Conversion (APC) warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. Its obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing, at its own sole option, any such defective products. To obtain service under warranty you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number from customer support. Products must be returned with transportation charges prepaid and must
