Installation guide

33Installation Guide Silcon DP300E Series 480V 120-160kVA
7OH0006 US rev. 03
Connection
4.6 Cubicles for batteries
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
a) Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised by personel know-
ledgeable of batteries and the required precautions. Keep unauthorized personnel
away from batteries.
b) When replacing batteries, replace with the same number and type as installed.
See also the installation guide from battery supplier, on how to install.
c) CAUTION - Do not dispose of battery or batteries in a fire. The battery may
explode.
d) CAUTION - Do not open or mutilate the battery or batteries. Released electrolyte
is harmful to the skin and eyes. It may be toxic.
e) CAUTION - A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit
current. The following precautions should be observed when working on batteries:
1) Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
2) Use tools with insulated handles.
3) Wear rubber gloves and boots.
4) Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
5) Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting battery
terminals.
6) Determine if the battery is inadvertently grounded. If inadvertently grounded,
remove source of ground. Contact with any part of a grounded battery can
result in electrical shock. The likelihood of such shock will be reduced if such
grounds are removed during installation and maintenance.
The installation and use of this product must comply with all national, federal, state,
municipal or local codes that apply. If you need assistance, please have your UPS
model and serial number available and call APC’s toll free technical support at:
1-877-287-7835 (1-877-2UPS-TEK).
You can find additional product information on the APC World Wide Web site at
http://www.apcc.com. See Section: How to contact APC.