User manual

FP series user manual
Allis Electric - 36 - Rev3. July 2005
4. Maintenance
4.1 General Maintenance
The FP-Series UPS requires very little maintenance. The batteries are sealed,
valve-regulated, maintenance-free and enclosed in a fire-retardant pack. The batteries
should be kept charged to maintain their designed lifetime. When utility power is
supplied to the UPS, it will continuously charge the batteries.
 Environment
 For the best preventive maintenance, keep the area around the UPS clean and
dust-free.
 Please keep unobstructed air in the exhaust holes of UPS.
 Operate the UPS in an indoor environment with an ambient temperature range of 32°F
to +104°F (0°C to +40°C).
 Keep the UPS on a flat, stable surface with adequate space around it for proper
ventilation.
 Do not place the unit near a heat source and avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight.
 Do not place the unit near water or excessive moisture.
 Storing the UPS and battery
When storing the UPS for any length of time, it is recommended to plug in the UPS for at
least 24 hours every four to six months to ensure full battery recharge.
 When to replace the battery
It is suggested that the battery pack be replaced every two years to ensure that the UPS
provides full backup capacity during a blackout. Batteries should be checked every two
to three months by pressing the FUNCTION/TEST button to conduct a test in Normal
Mode. If the UPS produces a long beep and switches back to Normal Mode within ten
seconds, then the batteries may need replacing. Contact your service representative to
order a new battery pack or battery module.