Back-UPS®RS 550 Installation & Operation Inventory Safety bu001a Do not install the UPS in direct sunlight, in excessive heat, humidity, or in contact with fluids. Do not connect a laser printer or hair dryer to the unit. Ensure that the connected equipment does not exceed the maximum load.
Connect the equipment Connect the equipment 1.Connect equipment to the Battery Backup and Surge Protection outlets. When the Back-UPS is receiving AC power, these outlets will supply power to connected equipment. During a power outage or other utility problems, the Battery Backup outlets receive power for a limited time from the unit. MASTER Controlled by MASTER 2.Use the AC power cord to connect the Back-UPS directly to a utility power outlet. Install PowerChute® Personal Edition software 1.
Modes of operation Press DISPLAY to scroll through the display screens. On Line Mode On Battery Mode Input Voltage Counter Estimated run time Load in Watts Load in % Output Voltage Output Frequency Estimated runtime in minutes Power Event Counter Output Voltage Input Voltage Load in Watts Load in % Output Frequency Other status indicators AVR: The Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) feature will compensate for excessively low input voltages, without using battery power.
Unit sensitivity Adjust the sensitivity of the UPS to control when it will switch to battery power; the higher the sensitivity, the more often the unit will switch to battery power. 1.Ensure the unit is connected to utility power, but is OFF. 2.Press and hold the POWER button for six seconds. The LOAD CAPACITY bar will flash on and off, indicating that the unit is in programming mode. 3.Press POWER again to rotate through the menu options. Stop at selected sensitivity.
Function Button Quick-Reference Function Timing Button (seconds) UPS Status Description Power Power On 0.2 Off Press POWER to start receiving input utility power. If A/C input power is not available, the unit will run on battery power. Power Off 2 On The unit is not receiving input utility power, but is providing surge protection. 0.2 On Verify the status or condition of the unit. The LCD will illuminate for 60 seconds.
Troubleshooting Problem Back-UPS will not switch on. Possible Cause The unit is not connected to utility power. The circuit breaker has been tripped. The internal battery is not connected. The utility input voltage is out of range. Ensure that essential equipment is not plugged into a SURGE ONLY outlet. The unit does not provide power during a utility power outage.
Specifications t VA 550 VA Maximum Load 330 W Nominal Input Voltage 230 V If the Back-UPS arrived damaged, notify the carrier. Online Input Voltage Range 176 - 282 V If the Back-UPS requires service, do not return it to the dealer. Frequency Range 50/60 Hz + 1 Hz On-battery Waveshape Step-approximated sine-wave 1.Consult the Troubleshooting section to eliminate common problems.
