990-5995E-001

Replace a Battery String

DANGER
Hazard of electric shock, explosion, or arc flash
Batteries can present a risk of electric shock and high short-circuit current. The following precautions must be observed when working on batteries
  • Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
  • Use tools with insulated handles.
  • Wear protective glasses, gloves and boots.
  • Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
  • Set the battery breaker BB to the open (OFF) position before starting this procedure.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
hazard of electric shock, explosion, or arc flash
  • Servicing of batteries must only be performed or supervised by qualified personnel knowledgeable of batteries and the required precautions. Keep unqualified personnel away from batteries.
  • Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they can explode.
  • Do not open, alter, or mutilate batteries. Released electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes. It may be toxic.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
risk of equipment damage
  • When replacing battery modules, always replace with the same battery module and always replace the entire battery string (four battery modules).
  • Batteries must not be stored more than six months due to the requirement of recharging.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.
  1. Set the battery breaker BB to the open (OFF) position.
  2. Remove the plate in front of the battery modules.
  3. Disconnect the power terminal from the front of the battery module.
  4. Remove the screw from the battery module handle and lift the handle upwards.
  5. Pull the battery module carefully out of the slot.
  6. Repeat for all battery modules in the battery string. One row is one battery string.
  7. Push the replacement battery modules into the UPS.
  8. Lower the handles on the battery modules and fasten to the shelf with the screws.
  9. Connect the power terminals to the front of the battery modules.
  10. Reinstall the plate in front of the battery modules.
  11. Set the battery breaker BB to the closed (ON) position.
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