APC BACK-UPS ES 525 User Manual

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Place and Power On

Place the Back-UPS ES to avoid:

• Direct sunlight

• Excessive heat

• Excessive moisture

Plug the Back-UPS ES 500/525 power cord directly into a wall outlet; not into a surge

protector or power strip.

Press the On / Off button to power the unit on. The indicator next to the On/Off button will

illuminate green to confirm the Back-UPS ES is on and ready to provide protection.

Note: The Back-UPS ES must charge for 12 hours to ensure full runtime. The unit charges whenever it is connected to utility power and is switched on.

IMPORTANT: It is recommended that you DO NOT turn on your monitor until the UPS has been powered on and has completed self-test (approximately 16 seconds).

Connect Communication Cable and Install Software (optional - Back-UPS ES 525 only)

Connect FAX/Modem/Phone

The Back-UPS ES 525 protects a single line (two-wire) fax, modem, or phone from surges when it is connected through the Back-UPS jacks as shown.

Computer

Comm Port

Back-UPS ES 500/525

The included cable and software (Back-UPS ES 525 only) provide automatic file saving and shutdown of the operating system in the event of a sustained power outage.

Connect the cable to the Communications Port of the BackUPS ES 525. Connect the other end of the cable to a serial port on your computer. The software will automatically use serial port 1 of your computer.

Place the PowerChute plus and follow installation instructions on the screen. See the software documentation on the PowerChute plus CD-ROM for detailed instructions and information.

CD-ROM into your computer

User’s Guide

Back-UPS 500 ES

Battery Powered plus Surge Protection

These outlets are powered whenever the Back-UPS ES is switched on. During a power outage or other utility problem (brownouts, over-voltages), these outlets are powered for a limited time by the Back-UPS ES. Plug a computer and monitor into these outlets. Once the equipment is connected to the Back-UPS ES, power on the connected equipment.

Surge ProtectedOnly

Connect Input

Power Cord

Back-UPS 525 ES

Battery Powered plus

Surge Protection

Circuit Breaker

(Press to Reset)

Power On/Off

Pushbutton

Modem/Phone/Fax

Back-UPS ES Status Indications and Specifications

Status Visual Indication Audible

On Line - UPS is supplying conditioned

utility power to the load

On Battery - UPS is supplying battery power to the load connected to the Battery outlets

Low Battery Warning - UPS is supplying battery power to the load connected to the Battery outlets and the battery is near exhaustion

Overload Shutdown - During On Battery operation a battery power supplied outlet overload was detected.

Sleep Mode - During On Battery operation the battery power has been completely exhausted and the UPS is waiting for utility power to return to normal.

Self-Test in progress Power On LED - On None Not Applicable

Self-Test failed (need service) Power On LED - flashing 2

Model BE500-AS BE525-AS

Voltage / Frequency 220 VAC / 47-53 Hz

Low Voltage Transfer 180 VAC

Input

High Voltage Transfer 260 VAC

UPS Capacity (3 battery powered outlets) 500 VA / 300 Watts 525 VA / 315 Watts

Surge Capacity (all 4 outlets) 5 Amps

Output

Protection

Battery Recharge Time 10-12 Hours

Physical

Voltage (on battery) 220 Vrms +8/-8%

Frequency (on battery) 50 Hz +/- 1 Hz

Transfer Time (ms) 8 ms typical, 10 ms max.

AC Surge Protection 450 Joules

Surge

Telephone Surge Protection None Single line, 2-wire

AC Input Protection Circuit Breaker Switch

Battery Type Sealed Lead Acid

Average Life Span 2-4 Years

Net Weight 3.6 kg (7.9 lb)

Size 29.79 cm x 18.3 cm x 8.49 cm

Service

1. Consult the Troubleshooting table above to eliminate common problems.

2. If problems persist, contact APC Technical Support; please be prepared to provide: date of purchase, model number and serial number (on bottom of UPS).

3. Please be prepared to troubleshoot the problem over the phone. If this is not successful, and the unit is still under warranty, the Technical Support Representative will provide all necessary information to return the unit for replacement.

Power On LED - ON None Not Applicable

Power On LED - ON (off during beep)

Power On LED - Flashing Rapid beeping (1

Power On LED - OFF Constant tone UPS turned off with

Power On LED - OFF Beeping once

times per second

UPS Power

On Indicator

Power On/Off

Switch

Warranty

The standard warranty is 2 years from the date of purchase.

APC Contact Information

APC Singapore +65 6398 1000 Website http://www.apcc.com Online Technical http://support.apcc.com Support

Indication

Beeping 4 times every 30 seconds

second intervals)

every 4 seconds

Short beeping 2 times every 2 seconds for 1 minute repeated every 5 hours

(11.73 in x 7.2 in x 3.34 in)

Wall Outlet

Alarm Terminates

When

UPS transfers back to On Line operation, or when UPS is turned off.

the power switch.

UPS transfers back to On Line operation, or when UPS is turned off.

When unit is turned off or enters backup mode or passes selftest. The user should contact APC for service options.

Surge Protected Outlet

This outlet provides protection from surges no matter if the Back-UPS is switched on or off. Plug a printer, fax machine, scanner, or other peripheral that does not need battery power during a power failure into this outlet.

Troubleshooting and Battery Replacement

Use the table below to solve minor Back-UPS installation or operation problems. Consult APC Online Technical Support or call APC Technical Support for assistance with problems that cannot

Back-UPS ES will not turn on. Battery is discharged and utility power is

No power available at the Surge Protection outlet.

Connected equipment loses power.

The On Line indicator is lit and the Back-UPS ES is beeping four times every 30 seconds.

The Power On indicator flashes once per second and the BackUPS ES beeps once per second at the same time.

Inadequate runtime. The battery is not fully charged.

Battery Replacement

Battery replacement must be performed by qualified service personnel using the following procedures:

1. Disconnect all equipment plugged into the Back-UPS.

2. Turn off the Back-UPS and disconnect it from the wall outlet.

3. Lay the Back-UPS on a flat, stable surface with the wall mounting holes facing upward.

4. Loosen fully, the four screws which secure the rear cover to the Back-UPS.

5. Lift the rear cover straight up and off of the Back-UPS. To avoid losing the screws, do not invert the rear cover.

6. Disconnect the red wire from the battery terminal by grasping the black portion of the wire and pull straight back from the connector.

7. Grasp the battery and rotate it 90 degrees (stand it upright).

8. Disconnect the black wire from the battery terminal by grasping the black portion of the wire and pull straight back from the connector.

9. Recycle or dispose of the old battery in accordance with local requirements, or return it to APC to ensure proper recycling.

10. Unpack and inspect the replacement battery. Ensure the replacement battery is not cracked or leaking. If the battery is damaged,

11. Set the replacement battery in the Back-UPS with the terminals facing upward.

12. Connect the black wire to the negative (-) terminal of the battery.

13. Lay the replacement battery into the Back-UPS chassis. Ensure the black wire is not pinched under the battery.

14. Connect the red wire to the positive (+) terminal of the battery. Ensure the red wire is fully in the battery enclosure.

15. Place the rear cover on the Back-UPS chassis and tighten the four screws loosened in step 4.

16. Plug the Back-UPS into the wall outlet, press the Power pushbutton on the Back-UPS to turn it on, and allow the battery to charge for

17. Plug equipment to be protected into the Back-UPS and resume normal operation.

be solved using the table below.

not available at the wall outlet.

Surge Protection outlet has been overloaded or the circuit breaker has “tripped”.

Utility power not available at the wall outlet.

Equipment is connected to the “Surge Protection” outlet.

The Back-UPS ES is overloaded.

PowerChute plus software has performed a shutdown due to a power failure.

The Back-UPS ES has exhausted its available battery power.

Connected equipment does not accept the step-approximated sine waveform the Back-UPS ES.

The Back-UPS ES may require service.

The Back-UPS ES is using battery. The Back-UPS ES is operating normally and using battery power.

Battery capacity is low (about 2 minutes of use remaining).

Battery is near the end of useful life.

Caution: A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit current. The following precautions

should be observed when working on batteries: Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects. Use tools with insulated handles.

Do not touch the printed circuit board or the outlets.

Caution: Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The battery may explode. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released

electrolyte is harmful to the skin and eyes. It may be toxic.

contact APC Customer Service.

16 hours.

Ensure power is available at the wall outlet. If the Back-UPS ES will not turn on, contact APC Technical Support (see APC Contact Information).

Reduce the amount of equipment plugged into Surge Protection outlets. Check the circuit breaker and reset the breaker by pushing it fully inward.

Ensure that the fuse or circuit breaker for the wall outlet is not tripped, 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 Powered plus Surge Protection” outlets and NOT the “Surge Protection Outlet”.

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 Back-UPS ES is operating normally.

The Back-UPS ES 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 computerrelated equipment. It is not designed for use with motor-type equipment.

Contact APC Technical Support for further troubleshooting (see APC Contact Information).

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 Back-UPS ES 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 at least 16 hours.

As a battery ages, the amount of runtime available will decrease. Batteries also age prematurely if the Back-UPS ES is placed near excessive heat.

You can replace the battery by ordering one at our website: www.apc.com.

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