Decommission or Move the UPS to a New Location
- Shut down the UPS completely – follow the instructions in the UPS operation manual.
- Lockout/Tagout all breakers in the switchgear in the OFF (open) position.
- Lockout/Tagout all battery breakers in the switchgear/battery solution in the OFF (open) position.
- Open the front door of the UPS.
- Remove the three plates. Save all parts for reinstallation.
- Measure for and verify ABSENCE of voltage on each input/bypass/output/neutral/DC busbar before continuing.
- Disconnect and remove all power cables from the UPS. See Connect the Power Cables for details.
- Disconnect and remove all signal cables from the UPS. See Route the Signal Cables, Connect the Parallel Cables in a Parallel System, and Connect the Synchronization Cables between Two UPS Systems for details.
- Reinstall all removed plates and covers. See Final Installation for details.
- Close and lock the front door.
- Remove the kick plates and save for reinstallation. See Final Installation for details.
- The UPS
can now be moved on a forklift or pallet truck.
WARNING TIPPING hazardMove at a slow pace and pay close attention to the floor conditions and the balance of the UPS.Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage. - For transport over longer
distances:
WARNING heavy loadThe UPS is tall and heavy. Take appropriate precautions during handling and preparation for transport/shipment.Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.WARNING TIPPING hazardFor transport over short or longer distances, ensure:- that personnel performing the transport have necessary skill and have received adequate training;
- to use appropriate tools to safely lift and transport the UPS;
- to protect the product against damage by using appropriate protection (like wrapping or packaging).
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.Transportation requirements:
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Mount the UPS in a vertical position in the center of a suitable pallet with minimum pallet dimensions: 1050 mm x 845 mm. The pallet must be suitable for the weight of the UPS (425 kg for 250 kVA UPS, 449 kg for 300 kVA UPS, 538 kg for 400 kVA UPS).
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Use appropriate means of fixation to mount the UPS to the pallet.
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The original shipping pallet in combination with the original transportation brackets can be reused, if in undamaged condition.
DANGER TIPPING hazard- The UPS must be appropriately fixed to the pallet immediately after being placed on the pallet.
- The fixation hardware must be strong enough to withstand vibrations and shocks during loading, transport, and unloading.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.WARNING Unexpected equipment behaviorDo not lift the UPS with a forklift/pallet truck directly on the frame as it may bend or damage the frame.Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage. - Perform
one of the following:
- Decommission the UPS, OR
- Move the UPS to a new location to install it.
- Only for installing the UPS in a new location: Follow
the installation manual to install the UPS in the new location. See Installation Procedure for installation overview.
Start-up must only be performed by Schneider Electric.
DANGER hAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASHStart-up must only be performed by Schneider Electric.Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.