200306132 93-2164 BP2 & 3U Owner’s Manual.qxd 8/22/2003 1:51 PM Page 1 Owner’s Manual BP Series External Battery Packs for Rackmount UPS Systems Introduction 2 Important Safety Instructions 2 Installation 3 Maintenance 5 Specifications 5 Warranty 6 Español 7 Français 13 1111 W. 35th Street Chicago, IL 60609 USA Customer Support: (773) 869-1234 • www.tripplite.com Copyright © 2003 Tripp Lite. All rights reserved.
00306132 93-2164 BP2 & 3U Owner’s Manual.qxd 8/22/2003 1:51 PM Page 2 Introduction Tripp Lite external battery packs are designed for use with various Tripp Lite UPS systems equipped with external battery pack connectors. Before connecting your battery pack to a UPS, make certain that the battery pack voltage matches the DC operating voltage of the UPS. Refer to labeling on the rear panel of the UPS, or call Customer Service at (773) 869-1234.
200306132 93-2164 BP2 & 3U Owner’s Manual.qxd 8/22/2003 1:51 PM Page 3 Installation Color Selection (select models) Select models can be configured to match black or gray equipment. Switch the gray front panel on the unit for the black front panel if included. If you wish to install an alternate color bezel not included with your unit, call Customer Support at (773) 869-1234. Single Unit Installation 1 Connect the shelves to the shelf extensions B A using the included hardware B .
200306132 93-2164 BP2 & 3U Owner’s Manual.qxd 8/22/2003 1:51 PM Page 4 Installation Tower Mounting Order optional adjustable tower stands, sold separately (Tripp Lite model: 3-9USTAND) to tower mount UPS system and battery pack. 1 Battery Pack Connection for Battery Packs with Attached Cable Connect the rack shelves to the shelf extensions using the included hardware. Leave the screws slightly loose so that the shelves can be adjusted in the next step.
200306132 93-2164 BP2 & 3U Owner’s Manual.qxd 8/22/2003 1:51 PM Page 5 Maintenance Rackmount Battery Packs require no maintenance but should be kept dry at all times. Avoid installation in locations with high heat and/or humidity. The Battery Pack(s) should be kept fully charged by being connected to an active UPS system, not left in a depleted condition. Batteries left in a discharged state will suffer a permanent loss of capacity. Troubleshooting There is a fuse array inside the Battery Packs.
200306132 93-2164 BP2 & 3U Owner’s Manual.qxd 8/22/2003 1:51 PM Page 6 2-Year Limited Warranty Seller warrants this product, if used in accordance with all applicable instructions, to be free from original defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of initial purchase. If the product should prove defective in material or workmanship within that period, Seller will repair or replace the product, in its sole discretion.
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