LX: OPM_LPA_11U_5K0_10K_1US_V021 4 GE DE LanPro-11U UPS: Installation / User Manual 2.1 (US)GE Digital Energyg1.1 Save these instructionsThis manual contains important instructions for LanPro®-11U Series UPS, that should be followed duringinstallation and maintenance of the UPS and batteries.Before attempting to install and start up the UPS, carefully read this manual. Keep this manual nextto the UPS for future references.All servicing must be done by qualified personnel. Do not attemptto service the UPS unless you have had proper training.CAUTION: By opening or removing covers you run the risk of exposure to dangerous voltages!While every care has been taken to ensure the completeness and accuracy of this manual, GEDigital Energy assumes no responsibility or liability for any loss or damage resulting from the useof the information contained in this document.This document shall not be copied nor reproduced without the permission of GE Digital Energy.Due to technical improvements, some of the information contained in this manual may be changedwithout notice.1.2 General- CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Do not remove the cover, there are no user serviceable partsinside. All maintenance and service work should be performed by qualified service personnel. The UPScontains batteries. The appliance outlet may be electrically live, even when the UPS is disconnected fromthe utility supply. Dangerous voltages may be present during battery operation. The batteries must bedisconnected during maintenance or service work.- The UPS contains potentially hazardous voltages.- Do not remove fuse F4A or F4B during operation. This can result in a flame arc.1.3 Installation- This UPS is intended to be used in a controlled environment indoors and free of conductive contaminants.- The UPS should only be powered from a single phase, three wire AC source equipped with an earthconnection.- In this manual "Earth" is represented with two different symbols:= Field wiring equipment grounding terminal,= Grounding terminals.- Do not install the UPS in an excessively humid environment or near water.- Avoid getting liquids or any foreign object into the UPS.- The unit must be placed in a sufficiently ventilated area; the ambient temperature should not exceed 40°C(104°F). Optimal battery lifetime is obtained if the ambient temperature does not exceed 30°C (86°F).- It is important that the unit has adequate ventilation. Maintain air movement around and through the unit. Donot block the air vents.- Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near heat sources.- Do not plug household appliances such as electric heaters, toasters or vacuum cleaners into the UPS.- Use insulated copper input and output wiring, rated 90°C (194°F) wire size based on the ampacities given inTables 310-16 of the Nation Electrical code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1993. Specified in table 2 and table 3.1.4 Storage- Store the UPS with its batteries fully charged in a dry location, storage temperature must be within -20°Cand +45°C (-4°F and 113°F).If the unit is stored for an extended period of time, the batteries must be recharged periodically, for 24 hours.Connect the unit to the utility and switch it on:- if the storage temperature is within -20 and +30°C (-4°F and 86°F), recharge the batteries every 6 months.- if the storage temperature is within -20 and +45°C (-4°F and 113°F), recharge the batteries every 4 months.1.5 Batteries- NOTE: Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised by personnel knowledgeable of batteriesand the required precautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away from batteries.- When replacing the batteries, use only the same number, type and size battery.Preferably for LanPro® 5/6-11U: Kobe HV7-12 or Panasonic LC-R127R2PLanPro® 8/10-11U: Kobe HV12-12 or Panasonic LC-RA1212P- Proper disposal or recycling of the batteries is required. Refer to your local codes for disposal requirements.1 - Important Safety Instructions