UPS R3000 XR Models User Guide

Battery Maintenance
HP Uninterruptible Power System R3000 XR Models User Guide 4-5
3. Remove the battery module.
Figure 4-4: Removing the battery module
4. Set aside the used battery module for proper disposal. Refer to the section, “Disposing of
Used Batteries,” in this chapter.
Installing a New Battery Module
To install a new battery module, reverse the steps in “Removing the Battery Module” in this
chapter.
Testing the New Battery Module
After installing the new battery module, press the Test/Alarm Reset button. For information
on initiating a self-test, refer to the section, “Initiating a Self-Test,” in Chapter 2.
IMPORTANT: The UPS does not execute a self-test until the batteries are 90 percent charged.
If the installation has been successful, the Bad Battery/Low Battery LED is not illuminated.
If the installation has not been successful, the Bad Battery/Low Battery LED illuminates red.
If this occurs, repeat the procedures in “Replacing Batteries,” and check the battery terminal
connections. If the Bad Battery/Low Battery LED is still red, refer to Chapter 5,
“Troubleshooting.”
IMPORTANT: The batteries charge to 80 percent of their capacity within approximately three hours.
Charge the batteries for 24 hours before using the UPS to supply backup power to devices. The load
may not be fully protected for 48 hours.