SurgeArrest® Surge Protector + Battery Backup
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1. SurgeArrest Surge Protector Battery Backup BE325 GR User s Manual www apc com Connect Battery The APC SurgeArrest Surge Protector Battery Backup is shipped with the battery disconnected The unit will not operate until the battery is connected NOTE Small sparks may occur during battery connection This is normal 32 104 F 0 40 C Connect FAX Modem Phone The unit protects a single line 2 wire fax modem or phone from surges when it is connected as shown below Connect AC Line Cord Connect the AC line cord to a 230 volt outlet Battery Backup f Surge Protection These outlets are powered whenever the unit is switched ON During a power outage or other utility problems brownouts over voltages these outlets will be powered for a limited time by the internal battery Plug your computer and 17 or smaller monitor into these two med N t P 4 Se a gt a Surge Protgeidi Fax Modem Phone RJ 11 ae APC Battery Backup Connectors pater Backup psf Surgo Protection AN a ee oe ett I SZ Top View a G View Surge Protection Telephone Wall Outlet i 7 These outlets provide full time protection from surges even if the un2. dance with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA CAUTION De energizing Safety The unit has an internal energy source the battery the output may be energized when the unit is not connected to an AC power outlet To de energize pluggable equipment switch the unit off Disconnect the unit from utility power Next disconnect the equipment from the unit Disconnect the internal battery see Connect Battery The unit includes a protective earth conductor which carries the leakage current from the load devices computer equipment Total leakage current must not exceed 3 5 mA Use of the unit in life support applications where failure of the unit can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly effect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended WARNING Battery Safety Except for the battery this unit contains no user serviceable parts This equipment contains potentially hazardous voltages Do not attempt to disassemble the unit Repairs are performed only by factory trained service personnel amp S Do not dispose of batteries in a fire The batteries may explode Do not open or mutilate batteries They contain an electrolyte which is toxic and harmful to the skin and eyes To avoid personal injury due to energy hazard remove wrist watches and jewelry such as rings when replacing the batteries Use tools with insulated handles e Replace batteries with the
3. econd and the unit beeps once per second at the same time Inadequate runtime Specifications Battery is disconnected Circuit Breaker has tripped Utility power not available at the wall outlet Equipment is connected to the Surge Protection outlets The unit is overloaded The unit has exhausted its available battery power Connected equipment does not accept the step approximated sine waveform the unit The unit may require service The unit is using battery Battery capacity is low about 2 minutes of use remaining The battery is not fully charged Battery is near the end of useful life Voltage 230 Vac Nominal Acceptable Input Frequency 47 53 Hz Low Voltage Transfer Point when unit 180 Vrms starts operating on battery High Voltage Transfer Point 266 Vrms Battery Back up Capacity 2 outlets 325 VA 185 W Surge Protection Capacity 4 outlets 4 Amps includes battery powered outlets Voltage on battery power 230 Vrms 8 Frequency on battery power 50 Hz 1 Hz Transfer Time to Battery 5 ms typical AC Surge Protection Full time 1800 eP Joules battery powered outlet Telephone Line Surge Protection Single line 2 wire analog RJ 11C EMI RFI Filter Full time Input Overload Protection Resettable circuit breaker 4A Battery Type Sealed maintenance free lead acid Recharge Time 8 to 16 hours typical fro
4. ery Warning Unit is supplying battery power and the battery is nearly depleted Once depleted the unit will turn off Power On LED Continuous tone Flashing Replace Battery Battery may need ee to be replaced or the battery is not Surge Protector Battery Backup Www ape com ero C Battery Backup plus J Surge Protection HHH Top View Note The on off switch is illuminated when in the ON position The switch may flash to indicate changing power conditions see Status Indications 990 2123 Copyright 2003 American Power Conversion All rights reserved connected passes a subsequent battery test This test occurs automatically whenever the unit is turned ON and every 14 days Overload Shutdown During On Battery operation a battery power outlet was overloaded Power On LED OFF Continuous tone Unit is turned off using the ON OFF button APC is a registered trademark of American Power Conversion All other trademarks are property of their respective owners Tro u b l es h ooti n g Consult APC Online Technical Support or call APC Technical Support for assistance with problems that cannot be resolved using the table below Unit will not turn on Connected equipment loses power The power On button is lit and the unit is beeping four times every 30 seconds The power On button flashes once per s
5. for use with motor type equipment Contact APC Technical Support for further troubleshooting The unit is operating normally and using battery power Once On Battery you should save your current work power down your equipment and turn the unit OFF Once normal power is restored you may turn the unit back ON and power your equipment The unit is about to shut off due to a low battery charge condition When the unit beeps once every second the battery has about 2 minutes of power remaining Immediately power down your computer and turn the unit OFF When normal power returns the unit will recharge the battery Allow the unit to charge by leaving it plugged into the wall a full 16 hours As a battery ages the amount of runtime available will decrease You can replace the battery by ordering one at www apc com Batteries also age prematurely if the unit is placed near excessive heat Safety This section contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the APC equipment and batteries It is intended for APC customers who setup install relocate or maintain APC equipment This equipment is intended for installation in a temperature controlled indoor area see Specifications for exact temperature range free of conductive contaminants Electrical Safety VAN To reduce the risk of fire connect only to a circuit provided with 20 amp maximum branch circuit overcurrent protection in accor
6. it is switched OFF Plug your printer fax machine scanner or other peripheral that does not need battery power into these outlets Circuit Breaker C H it 230 Volt Wall ee nae Outlet Push to Reset j End View h d Status Indications The Surge Protector Battery Backup provides status indications through the flashing of the Power On indicator as well as audible beeps The indications are as follows Side View Alarm Terminates When Audible Indication Status Visual Indications Power On The Surge Protector Battery Backup should be allowed to charge for at least 16 hours to ensure sufficient runtime The unit is being charged whenever it is connected to utility power and the unit is turned ON Power ON the unit by pressing the ON OFF button Turn on your equipment On Line Unit is supplying Power On LED ON None n a conditioned utility power to your equipment Unit returns to an On Line status or when the unit is turned off Unit is turned OFF returns to On Line or when the battery is finally exhausted and the unit turns off Unit is turned OFF and then ON and it Power On LED ON off during beep Beeping 4 times On Battery Unit is supplying battery every 30 seconds power to the equipment connected to the battery powered outlets Power On LED Flashing Rapid beeping one second intervals Low Batt
7. m total discharge Average Life 2 4 years depending on the number of discharge cycles and environmental conditions Net Weight 8 8 Ib 4 kg Size 3 74 H x 4 52 W x 14 3 D 95mm x 115mm x 364mm Operating Temperature 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F Storage Temperature 15 to 45 C 5 to113 F Operating Relative Humidity Operating Relative Humdity 0 95 Operating Elevation 0 10 000 ft 0 to 3000m Safety Approvals CE and NEMKO GS per IEC60950 and EN50091 1 1 EMC Compliance EM50091 2 EN55022 Class B Order Replacement Battery Replace with an APC qualified battery RBC47 Replacement batteries can be ordered from www apc com or by calling APC Technical Support valid credit card required Have your unit model number available when ordering Your model number can be found on the bottom of the unit Warranty The standard warranty is 2 years from the date of purchase APC s standard procedure is to replace the original unit with a factory reconditioned unit Customers who must have the original unit back due to assigned asset tags and set depreciation schedules must declare such a need at first contact with APC Technical Support APC will ship the replacement unit once the defective unit is received by the repair department or cross ship upon the provision of a valid credit card number The customer pays for shipping to APC and APC pays ground freight transporta
8. same part number and type as originally installed in the unit Replacement and Recycling of Batteries e See your dealer for information on replacement battery kits and battery recycling Batteries must be recycled Deliver the battery to an appropriate recycling facility or ship it to the supplier in the new battery s packing material See the new battery instructions for more information Service Please DO NOT RETURN the unit to the place of purchase under any circumstances 1 Consult the Troubleshooting section to eliminate common problems 2 Verify the battery is connected see Connect Battery and that the Circuit Breaker is not tripped see Troubleshooting section If you still have problems or questions please contact APC via the internet or at one of the phone numbers listed below 3 Before contacting APC please be sure to record the date purchased model and serial number on bottom of unit 4 Be prepared to troubleshoot the problem over the telephone with a Technical Support Representative If this is not successful the representative will issue a Return Material Authorization Number RMA and a shipping address Pack the unit in its original packaging If the original packaging is not available ask APC Technical Support about obtaining a new set Pack the unit properly to avoid damage in transit Never use foam beads for packaging Damage sustained in transit is not covered under the warranty in
9. suring the package for full value is recommended 8 Write the RMA on the outside of the package 9 Return the unit by insured carrier to the address given to you by APC Technical Support 990 2123
10. tion costs back to the customer Contact Information Internet Email APC Germany APC Czech and Slovak Republics Worldwide American Power Conversion http www apc com http www apc com support 0800 180 12 27 0900 102063 1 401 789 5735 32 Fairgrounds Road West Kingston RI 02892 Connect the battery see Connect Battery Reduce the amount of equipment plugged into the Battery Backup Surge Protection outlets Reset the Circuit Breaker by pushing it back in Reduce the amount of equipment plugged into the Surge Protection outlets Reset the Circuit Breaker by pushing it back in Ensure that the fuse or circuit breaker for the outlet is okay and that the wall switch controlling the outlet if any is in the ON position Ensure that the equipment you want to stay powered during a power failure is plugged into the Battery Backup Surge Protection outlets and NOT the Surge Protection outlets Make sure that the equipment plugged into the outlets of the unit are not overloading the capacity of the unit Try removing some of the equipment and see if the problem continues The unit can only operate on battery power for a limited amount of time The unit will eventually turn off when the available battery power has been used Allow the unit to recharge for 16 hours before continuing use of the unit The output waveform is designed for computers and computer related equipment It is not designed
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