APC ES 550 User Manual

Back-UPS ES 350/550

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User Guide

Connect Battery

For safety, the Back-UPS ES is shipped with one battery wire disconnected. The Back-UPS ES will not operate until the wire is connected to the touch safe battery terminal. NOTE: Small sparks may occur during battery connection. This is normal.

TURN the Back-UPS ES over and

slide the battery compartment cover off of the battery housing.

Slide the battery compartment cover

completely onto the Back-UPS ES.

LIFT the battery out of the compartment and connect the black wire to the negative (-) battery

terminal. Ensure the batteries are installed as shown below.

Back-UPS ES 350

Back-UPS ES 550

Battery Backup Surge Protection

These outlets are powered whenever the Back-UPS ES 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 Back-UPS ES. Plug your computer, monitor, and two other data-sensitive devices (external disk or tape drive) into these outlets.

POWER ON/

REPLACE BATTERY

INDICATOR

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Back-UPS ES 5 5 0

Power On

Replace Battery

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Battery Backup Surge Protection

Surge Protection Only

AC LINE

CORD

Connect Equipment

Place the Back-UPS ES to avoid:

- Direct sunlight

- Excessive heat

- Excessive humidity or contact with fluids

Plug the Back-UPS ES power cord directly into a wall outlet; not a surge protector or power strip.

Connect FAX/Modem/Phone

Back-UPS ES protects a single line (2-wire) fax, modem or phone from surges when it is connected through the Back-UPS ES as shown.

Connect Computer Cable

The supplied cable and software provide automatic file saving and shutdown of the operating system in the case of a sustained power outage.

Connect the cable to the Data Port of the Back-UPS ES. Connect the other end of the cable to the USB port on your computer. The software will automatically find the USB Port of your computer.

BUILDING WIRING FAULT INDICATOR

FROM WALL JACK

DATALINE OUTPUT TO

DSL MODEM or PHONE

Building Wiring Fault

Wall Outlet

Modem/

Phone/Fax

Data Port

Circut Breaker Push to Reset

CAUTION

- Refer to bottom

of unit for safety markings.

Surge Protection Only

These outlets provide full-time protection from surges even if the Back-UPS ES is switched OFF. Plug your printer, fax machine, scanner, or other peripherals that do not need battery power into these outlets.

Power On and

Install Software

Press the ON/OFF switch to power the unit ON.

A single short beep and the green “Power On” indicator confirms that Back-UPS ES is on and ready to provide protection.

The Back-UPS ES should charge for at least 16 hours to ensure sufficient runtime. The unit is being charged whenever it is connected to utility power, whether the unit is turned ON or OFF.

If the red Building Wiring Fault indicator (located on the end near the power cord) is lit, your building wiring presents a shock hazard that should be corrected by a qualified electrician.

Install the PowerChute Personal software

Place the PowerChute Personal Edition CDROM into your computer and follow the installation instructions on the screen.

Edition

TO COMPUTER

USB PORT

CIRCUIT BREAKER

PUSH TO RESET

Status Indicators

The Back-UPS ES indicates operating status using a combination of visual and audible indicators. Use the following table to identify the status of the Back-UPS ES.

Status Visual Indications

Power On - 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.

Replace Battery - The battery is disconnected.

The battery is in need of charging or is at the end of its usual life and must be replaced.

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.

Building Wiring Fault - Your building wiring presents a shock hazard that should be corrected by a licensed electrician.

See the Troubleshooting section for additional assistance.

(Power On - Green)

(Replace Battery - Red)

Power On LED - ON None Not applicable.

Power On LED - ON (off during beep)

Power on LED - flashing Rapid beeping (every

Replace Battery LED flashing

Power On and Replace Battery LEDs- Flashing (alternating)

None Constant tone UPS turned off with the

None Beeping once every 4

Building Wiring Fault LED (red) - ON

Audible Indication Alarm Terminates

Beeping 4 times every 30 seconds

1/2 second)

Constant tone

seconds

None UPS is unplugged, or is

When

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

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

UPS turned off with the power switch.

power switch.

Utility power is restored, or if utility power is not restored within 32 seconds, or the UPS is turned off.

plugged into a properly wired outlet.

APC, the APC logo, Back-UPS and PowerChute are registered trademarks of American Power Conversion Corp.

All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Troubleshooting

Problem Probable Cause Solution

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

Back-UPS ES will not turn on.

No power available at the Surge Protection Only outlets.

Connected equipment loses power.

The Power On indicator is lit and the BackUPS ES is beeping four times every 30 seconds.

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

Building Wiring Fault indicator is lit.

Battery is disconnected and utility power is not available at the wall outlet.

Surge Protection Only outlets have been overloaded.

Utility power not available at the wall outlet.

Equipment is connected to the “Surge Protection Only” outlets.

The Back-UPS ES is overloaded.

PowerChute Personal Edition 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 stepapproximated sine waveform the Back-UPS ES.

The Back-UPS ES may require service.

The Back-UPS ES is using battery.

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

Your building wiring presents a shock hazard. Using the Back-UPS with this condition will void the warranty.

Connect the battery (see Connect Battery) and ensure power is available at the wall outlet.

Reduce the amount of equipment plugged into Surge Protection Only outlets.

Ensure that the fuse or circuit breaker for the 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 Backup/Surge Protection” outlets and NOT the “Surge Protection Only” 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 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 computer-related equipment. It is not designed for use with motor-type equipment.

Contact APC Technical Support for further troubleshooting.

The Back-UPS ES 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 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.

Call a qualified electrician for service.

Inadequate runtime.

The battery is not fully charged.

Battery is near the end of useful life.

Specifications

Item Specification BE350R BE550R

Input Voltage 120 Vrms Nominal

Frequency 50 - 60 Hz (autosensing)

Brownout Transfer 88 Vrms, typical

Over-voltage Transfer 139 Vrms, typical

Output UPS Capacity (4 outlets) 350 VA / 200 W 550 VA / 330 W

Surge Capacity (8 outlets) 12 Amps (including UPS output)

Voltage On Battery

Frequency - On Battery 50-60 Hz +

Transfer Time 6 ms typical, 10 ms maximum

Protection and Filter AC Surge Protection Full time, 375 joules

Telephone Surge Protection Single line (2-wire)

EMI/RFI Filter Full time

AC Input Resettable circuit breaker

Battery Type Sealed, maintenance-free lead acid

Average Life 3 - 5 years depending on the number of discharge

Physical Net Weight 9 lbs. (4 kg.) 13 lbs. (6 kg.)

Dimensions (H x W x D) 3.4" x 10.9" x 7.1"

Operating Temperature

Storage Temperature

Operating Relative Humidity 0 to 95% non-condensing

Operating Elevation 0 to 10,000 ft (0 to 3,000m)

Safety/Regulatory Safety Approvals cTUVus per UL 1778;

EMC Compliance FCC part 68, FCC part 15 Class B

cycles and environmental temperature

CSA C22.2 No. 107.3-05; NOM-001

Notice: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.

115 Vrms +

(step-approximated sine wave)

(8.6 x 27.7 x 18.0 cm)

F to 104oF (0oC to 40oC)

+32

F to 113oF (-15oC to 45oC)

1 Hz

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. You can replace the battery by ordering one at www.apc.com. Batteries also age prematurely if the Back-UPS ES is placed near excessive heat.

Order Replacement Battery

Replace with an APC qualified battery. Replacement batteries can be ordered from www.apc.com (valid credit card required). For a Back-UPS ES 350, order RBC35 as directed by APC Technical Support. For a Back-UPS ES 550, order APCRBC110.

Warranty

The standard warranty is 3 years from the date of purchase. The APC 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 transportation costs back to the customer.

Service

DO NOT RETURN Back-UPS ES 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, UPS 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.

5. 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 warranty (insuring the package for full value is recommended).

6. Write the RMA# on the outside of the package.

7. Return the unit by insured carrier to the address given to you by APC Technical Support.

APC Contact Information

Online Technical Support http://support.apc.com Web Site www.apc.com USA/Canada 1.800.800.4272 Mexico +52.292.0253 / 52.292.0255 Brazil +0800.12.72.1 Worldwide +1.401.789.5735

6.50 in.

(165 mm)

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