Alaris Site Preparation GuideObjet Confidential and Proprietary InformationDOC-04002 14 Rev. CThe following wall outlets are required:• One wall outlet behind the printer (for the printer)This should be connected directly to the main electrical panel.• Three wall outlets close to the printer (for the printer‐serverworkstation, the monitor, and an extra one for servicingrequirements)5.2 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)To avoid printing problems due to power outages and other powerproblems, it is recommended that the customer install equipment thatensures a continuous power supply, with the following functionality andspecifications.5.2.1 FunctionalityThe device used must have a USB alert output for “graceful systemshutdown.” (Do not use a UPS device which only has a Serial Com (RS‐232Protocol) signal output.)5.2.2 SpecificationsRefer to the relevant voltage below when selecting a UPS:5.3 Communication LinesA telephone line, for general communication and service calls, isrecommended near the system (in close proximity to the Alaris printer).At this time, the Alaris printer is not supplied with the software to take advantageof “graceful system shutdown.”Voltage Current Power100–120 VAC, 50–60 Hz 16 Amps 1500 VA for 20 minutes200–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz 8 Amps 1500 VA for 20 minutesTable 5: UPS requirementsTo provide adequate protection if a power failure occurs, the UPS requirementsare calculated to supply about 20% more than the printer’s power rating, shown insection 5.1.1 on page 13, for the estimated time it may take to shut your systemdown in a controlled manner. The UPS device recommended is not intended to letyou continue working.