Remote Infrastructure Management RIM-600 User Manual

Chapter 1: Installation

Battery Maintenance

The RIM-600 Host includes an internal UPS that automatically switches to battery backup in the

event of an AC power failure. The battery in the RIM-600 Host is a 12V 2.9AH gel cell. This bat-

tery will keep the unit operating for approximately 3.5 hours when fully charged and under normal

operating conditions.

Service life

Over time and with periodic use, the battery will begin to lose its capacity, resulting in less overall

backup time. Under normal operating conditions, three or four years of dependable service life can

be expected or between 200 and 1000 charge/discharge cycles, depending on the average depth

of discharge. Eventually, battery replacement will be required to maintain a dependable level of

service.

Replacing the Battery

The battery in the Host can be replaced by following the instructions listed below. Be sure to read

all safety messages and follow the instructions in order as listed. Several tools will be required to

change the battery:

• small flathead screwdriver

• needle-nose pliers

•

⁄4" nut driver

CAUTION: REPLACE BATTERY ONLY WITH A 12V 2.9AH GEL CELL BATTERY.

WARNING: DISCONNECT THE AC POWER CORD FROM THE BACK OF THE UNIT.

THERE IS A RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK UNLESS YOU

DISCONNECT THE CORD.

Figure 6: Battery location

Step 1) Locate the power switch on the rear of the unit and turn the RIM-600 off.

Step 2) Disconnect the power cord from the back of the unit.

Step 3) Disconnect the phone line from the front of the unit.

Step 4) Remove the

RIM-600 from the rack.