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990-4217

03/2010

User Manual Back-UPS BE550MC

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Specifications

This unit is intended for indoor use only.

Do not operate this unit in direct sunlight, in contact with fluids, or

where there is excessive dust or humidity.

Connect the Back-UPS power cord directly into a wall outlet.

Do not use a surge protector or an extension cord.

Input

Voltage 120 Vrms nominal

Frequency 60 Hz ± 3

Brownout transfer 92 Vrms typical

Over-voltage transfer 139 Vrms typical

Output

Total Amperage (8 outlets) 12 A (including UPS output)

Voltage - On Battery 115 Vrms ± 8% (step-approximated sine wave)

Frequency - On Battery 60 Hz ± 1 Hz

Transfer time 6 ms typical, 10 ms maximum

Protection and

Filter

Utility power surge protection Always on, 340 Joules

Modem/Phone/FAX surge protection Single line, 2-wire

EMI/RFI filter Always on

Utility input Resettable circuit breaker

Battery

Type Sealed, maintenance-free lead-acid

Average life 3-5 years depending on the number of discharge cycles

and environmental temperature

Physical

Net weight 5.4 kg (12 lb)

Dimensions H x W x D 28 cm x 18 cm x 9 cm (11 in x 7 in x 3 in)

Operating temperature 0º C to 40º C (32º F to 104º F)

Storage temperature –5º C to 45º C (5º F to 113º F)

Operating relative humidity 0 to 95% non-condensing

Operating elevation 0 to 3,000 m (0 to 10,000 ft)

EMC compliance

Notice: This device complies with part 68 and part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device

must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

"Locate the label on the bottom of this device that contains, among other information, the FCC

registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this device. If requested, this

information must be provided to the telephone company."

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Summary of content (7 pages)

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User Manual Back-UPS BE550MC Inventory bu075a Back-UPS ES 550 This unit is intended for indoor use only. Do not operate this unit in direct sunlight, in contact with fluids, or where there is excessive dust or humidity. Connect the Back-UPS power cord directly into a wall outlet. Do not use a surge protector or an extension cord.
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Installation Battery Backup and Surge Protection Outlets Master Master Enable Battery Backup+ Power On Surge Protection Back-UPS ES 550 Surge Protection bu092a Controlled by Master Surge Protection Outlets Building Wirint Fault Circuit Breaker Push to Reset Modem/ Phone/FAX Wall Outlet Data Port bu108b CAUTION-Refer to bottom of unit for safety markings. Connect the battery bu066b  Insert the battery into the compartment. Replace the battery cover.
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Install PowerChute® software Install the PowerChute® software CD in the computer and follow the prompts to install the software. Connect modem/phone/FAX Use a standard telephone cable to connect the Back-UPS Wall Outlet port to a telephone wall jack. Use a standard telephone cable to connect the Back-UPS Modem/Phone/FAX port to a modem or FAX machine.
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Operation Turn On the Back-UPS Press the Power On button located on the top of the Back-UPS. The Power On LED will illuminate and a single short beep will be audible, indicating that the Back-UPS is providing protection for connected equipment. To turn the Back-UPS off, press the Power On button. The Back-UPS battery charges during the first 16 hours while connected to utility power. The Back-UPS battery will charge while the Back-UPS is connected to utility power and is turned on or off.
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Voltage Sensitivity Adjustment (optional) The Back-UPS detects and reacts to line voltage distortions by transferring to battery backup power to protect connected equipment. In situations where either the Back-UPS or the connected equipment is too sensitive for the input voltage level it is necessary to adjust the transfer voltage. 1. Connect the Back-UPS to a wall outlet. The Back-UPS will be in Standby mode, no indicators will be illuminated. 2. Press and hold the Power On button for 10 seconds.
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Troubleshooting Problem and Possible Cause Solution The Back-UPS will not turn on Press the Power On button. The Back-UPS has not been turned on. The Back-UPS is not connected to utility power, there is no Ensure the power cord is securely connected to the wall outlet, utility power available at the wall outlet, or the utility power is and that there is utility power available at the wall outlet.Where experiencing a brownout or over voltage condition.
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Battery replacement Deliver the used battery to a recycling facility. Replace the used battery with an APC approved battery. Replacement batteries can be ordered through the APC Web site, www.apc.com. Warranty The standard warranty is 3 years from the date of purchase. APC standard procedure is to replace the original unit with a factory reconditioned unit.