Tripp Lite by Eaton SmartPro Advanced User Guide 614-40195—Rev 01 33CChhaapptteerr 66 UUPPSS MMaaiinntteennaannccee66..11 EEqquuiippmmeenntt CCaarreeFor the best preventive maintenance, keep the area around the equipment clean and dust free. If theatmosphere is very dusty, clean the outside of the system with a vacuum cleaner.For full battery life, keep the equipment at an ambient temperature of 25 °C (77 °F).The batteries are rated for a 3-5 year service life. The length of service life varies, depending on the frequencyof usage and ambient temperature (life divided by 2 each 10 °C above 25 °C).If the UPS requires any type of transportation, verify that the UPS is turned off.Batteries used beyond expected service life will often have severely reduced runtimes. Replace batteries atleast every 4 years to keep units running at peak performance.Batteries runtime will be reduced at low temperature (below 10 °C).66..22 SSttoorriinngg tthhee EEqquuiippmmeennttIf you store the equipment for a long period, recharge the battery every 6 months by connecting the UPS toutility power. The internal batteries charge to 90% capacity in less than 3 hours. However, Eaton recommendsthat the batteries charge for 48 hours after long-term storage.Check the battery recharge date on the shipping carton label. If the date has passed and the batteries werenever recharged, do not use them. Contact your service representative.66..33 WWhheenn ttoo RReeppllaaccee BBaatttteerriieessEaton Tripp Lite Series UPS batteries have an expected life span of 3-5 years.After 4 years of operation you should take proactive steps to ensure you replace your batteries for optimaloperation and reliability.Contact your service representative to order new batteries.Battery recommended replacement reference can be accessed through the LCD.66..44 RReeppllaacciinngg BBaatttteerriieessDO NOT DISCONNECT the batteries while the UPS is in Battery mode.For battery replacement, follow Eaton Tripp Lite Series instructions provided on www.eaton.com/UPSservices.Batteries can be replaced easily without turning off the UPS or disconnecting the load.Consider all warnings, cautions, and notes before replacing batteries.• Servicing should be performed by qualified service personnel knowledgeable of batteries and requiredprecautions.Keep unauthorized personnel away from batteries.• Batteries can present a risk of electrical shock or burn from high short circuit current.Observe the following precautions:1. Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects,