OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS UPS PROTECT HOME. PROTECT HOME.
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1 Notes on these Operating Instructions Duty to Provide Information These operating instructions will help you to install and operate the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) PROTECT HOME., safely and properly, and for its intended purpose. These operating instructions contain important information necessary to avoid dangers during operation. Please read these instructions carefully prior to commissioning! These operating instructions are a composite part of PROTECT HOME.
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2 Safety 2.1 Important Safety Instructions Read these operating instructions carefully prior to commissioning of the PROTECT HOME. UPS and observe the safety instructions! Only use the unit if it is in a technically perfect condition and always in accordance with its intended purpose, while being aware of safety and danger aspects, and in accordance with the operating instructions! Immediately eliminate any faults which could be detrimental to safety.
The output may be live, even if the UPS is not connected to the mains supply, as the UPS has its own internal power supply (battery)! For health and safety reasons, the unit must be earthed correctly! PROTECT HOME. may only be operated with or connected to a 230 VAC mains with protective grounding using a mains connection cable with PE conductor (included in the delivery) that has been tested in accordance with German standards (VDE). Danger! Risk of burning! The battery has powerful short-circuit currents.
♦ Ensure that no fluids or foreign bodies can penetrate the UPS! ♦ Do not block the side air vents of the unit! Keep children away from the unit and ensure that objects are never inserted through the vents! ♦ Do not connect household appliances such as hairdryers to the UPS! ♦ The mains connection should be near the unit and easily accessible to facilitate disconnecting the AC input or pulling out the plug! ♦ During operation, do not disconnect the mains connection cable from the UPS or from the socket outl
Batteries can cause electric shocks and high short-circuit currents. Therefore, take the following safety precautions when working with batteries: ♦ Take off watches, rings and other metallic objects! ♦ Always use tools with insulated handles! For personal safety reasons, never switch on the main switch when the mains connector of PROTECT HOME.
3 System Description i PROTECT HOME. is an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for essential loads such as personal computers (PCs), satellite TV’s, telecommunication equipment and similar devices. It consists of: ♦ Mains filter in the mains input incl.
4 UPS overview Connections, Operation / Display Elements: Top view Power switch of the UPS (mains switch) Green LED: Normal / AC mode Yellow LED: Battery mode Red LED: Warning / failure Surge protected only receptacles (without UPS protection) Battery power supplied receptacles (with UPS protection, e.g.
4.1 Specifications MODEL PROTECT HOME. Type power UPS-input 600 VA / 300 W Input voltage 230 Vac ( 1ph ~ / N / PE ) Input voltage range without battery mode Frequency (auto selection) UPS-output Battery Communication 50 / 60 Hz ± 5 Hz Power consumption 3.0 A max.
Acoustic alarm Battery operation Sounding every 5 seconds Warning “Battery low” General data Sounding every second Overload Sounding 2 times per seconds Fault UPS Continuously sounding Size W x H x D 125 mm x 85 mm x 300 mm Weight 3.5 kg Operating temperature range 0° - 40°C Relative humidity 20% – 90 % Protection type IP 20 Audible noise (1 m distance) < 40 dB(A) 4 shockproof sockets (1 x with surge protection / 3 x additional UPS protection) Outlets Guidelines The PROTECT HOME.
5 Set-Up and Operation Installing the UPS is as easy as following the steps shown. 5.1 Inspection Remove the UPS from its packaging and inspect it for damage that may have occurred during shipping. If any damage is discovered, repack the unit and return it to the place of purchase. 5.2 Placement Install the UPS unit in any protected environment that provides adequate airflow around the unit which is free from excessive dust, corrosive fumes and conductive contaminants.
> 8 hours 5.4 Computer connection Connect one computer-related device into one of the battery supplied receptacles on the top of UPS. PROTECT HOME. provides four receptacles, three battery supplied receptacles and one surge protected only receptacles (marked “Battery Backup”). 5.5 Connection of peripheral devices An additional outlet (marked “Surge Only”) with protection against over load (but without UPS protection) allows the supply of additional peripheral devices.
Do not plug heaters or other large electrical device with high power consumption into the UPS. The power demands of these devices will overload and can execute the input fuse of the PROTECT HOME. 5.6 Modem / Phoneline Connection Plug incoming internet line into the “In” socket at the side panel of the PROTECT HOME. Incoming phone, fax, modem line Use one more internet line cable and plug one end of the internet line cable to the “Out” socket at the side panel of the UPS. 5.
USB connector RS232 connector The connection vie the USB connector will be auto detected. 5.9 Turn On/Off To turn on the PROTECT HOME., press the on/off switch. To turn off the PROTECT HOME., press the on/off switch again. 5.10 DC Start Function The DC Start Function enables UPS to be started up when AC utility power is not available and battery is fully charged. Just simply press the power switch to turn on the UPS. To protect yourself never switch on the main switch when the PROTECT HOME.
5.12 Battery removal Battery replacement should be performed by qualified service personnel. Keep unauthorized persons away from the batteries! Disconnect all power sources before battery replacement. Follow Fig. 1 below to remove the screws located on the bottom of the UPS to open the battery cover. Fig. 1 After removing the battery cover, gently extract batteries from the case. Follow Fig. 2. Fig. 2 Disconnect the two connecting wires from the batterie and replace with the same battery type (Fig.
5.13 Shutdown- and UPS management software The "CompuWatch" software specially developed for these purposes by AEG continuously checks the mains supply and the UPS status. In conjunction with the "intelligent" UPS, this ensures that the availability of IT components and data security are guaranteed. The "CompuWatch" shutdown software supports different operating systems: Windows 98SE/ME, Windows NT/2000/ XP, Linux, Novell NetWare, IBM AIX, HP-UX, SUN Solaris, Mac OS X, and others.
6 Trouble shooting Error Cause Remedy Yellow LED is lighting, audible alarm is heard intermittently. UPS not connected properly to the mains. Connect the UPS acc. to the installation guide. Check the fuse at UPS and local distribution. Input fuse broken. UPS overload. UPS is working, but audible alarm is heard periodically. Verify that the load matches the UPS capacity specified in the spec.. Reduce the load. Communication lost between UPS and Computer. Software not installed well.
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