APC RS BR1200 BI-BR User Manual

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Back-UPS

Connect Battery

For your security, Back-UPS RS is provided with the battery cable disconnected. The UPS only will work after the cable is connected to the battery terminal.

NOTE: Small sparks may occur during battery connection. Before connecting the battery, unplug the Back-UPS from wall outlet and also all equipement connected to the UPS. This is not a hot swap unit.

Press the lock that is under the UPS

and pull the bezel at the bottom.

2) Press the top of the plastic panel and twist the bottom part as shown in the picture.

Connect the battery cable to its terminal

(positive pole)

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Engage the superior part of the panel in the

holes and gently push it till it locks.

1) Press the lock that is under the product.

Connect the Equipment

Place the Back-UPS to avoid:

- Direct sunlight;

- Excessive heat;

- Excessive humidity or contact with fluids.

If you want to use the management function of your Back-UPS, you shall acquire the communication kit (part number AP9937).

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

If you have the communication kit, connect the interface cable to the data port at the Back-UPS rear and the other end of the cable to the USB port of your computer.

Connect Fax / modem (ADSL) / phone

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

Some resistance to dismount the plastic panel will be noticed.

This is normal.

Switch on your Back-UPS RS

Press the ON/OFF switch to power the unit. This will initiate an automatic test.

A single short beep and the green On-Line indicator confirms that Back-UPS is on and ready to protect your equipments. The Back-UPS RS is on and ready to provide protection.

The Back-UPS RS should charge for at least 12 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.

In case you have the AP9937 Communication Kit, install PowerChute Personal Edition® software

To install the software, insert the CD-ROM into the drive and follow the on-screen instructions. Refer to the software documentation to get further using instructions and functionality.

Operation indication

The Back-UPS RS indicates operating status using a combination of audible

Battery Back-up plus Surge Protection

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

Data Port Modem

Phone / FAX

Wall Outlet

Modem/Phone/Fax

Computer USB port

and visual indicators (leds). Refer to the “Troubleshooting” section to get further information.

Status

Online – Operation is normal

(Green indicator).

Voltage Regulation –

(Yellow indicator).

Overload –

(Red indicator)

Check battery

Indicación

Visual / Audible

Led on.

Beeping 4 times every 30 seconds.

Beeping once every second.

Led on.

ELed on, constant tone

Flashing once every second.

Definición

The utility power is on security levels.

UPS is running on battery mode and utility power is not available at the power outlet.

UPS will shutdown in one minute.

The power from the utility power is above or under the range specified for product. UPS is automatically regulating voltage for security levels.

UPS is overloaded: disconnect part of the load connected.

The battery automatic test was not successfully completed or battery is disconnected. Consult “troubleshooting” section.

Frontal Rear

Legend:

1 – Power LED 2 – Tension adjustment LED 3 – Overloaded/verify LED 4 – Power switch 5 – 220V Circuit breaker

Replacing the battery

When Back-UPS indicates the need of replacing battery, you should order an APC certified battery pack and proceed as following described:

NOTE: Small sparks may occur during battery connection. Before connecting the battery, unplug the Back-UPS from wall outlet and also all equipement connected to the UPS. This is not a hot swap unit.

1 Press the lock that is under the UPS

and pull the bezel by the bottom.

2) Press the top of the plastic panel and twist the bottom part as shown in the picture.

Disconnect the central wires and the protection

fuses from battery terminals.

Disconnect the battery and, then, unscrew

the frontal metallic panel

6 – 110V Circuit breaker 7 – Power cable 8 - Data Port 9 - Modem / Phone / Fax Port 10 -Wall Outlet

1) Press the lock that is under the product.

Turn the cap down and remove it.

Some resistance to dismount the plastic panel will be noticed.

This is normal.

Remove battery package from the product and

replace it. UPS is supplying battery power to the load connected to the Battery outlets.

Reconnect all cables in the inverse order of

disassembling. Engage the metal cap and screw it again. Engage the plastic panel superior part and press it softly on rear until it locks.

Troubleshooting

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

Problem Possible Cause

Back-UPS RS do not switch on.

Connected equipment out off power.

Equipment is connected to power

Battery is disconnected and/or Unit is not connected to the power source.

Circuit suit is tripped off

Back-UPS is heavily loaded.

PowerChute Personal Edition software executed UPS automatic shutdown

Back-UPS RS discharged available power of your battery.

Equipment does not accept sinusoidal waves because of UPS approximation.

Corrective Action

Connect the battery (Consult Connect the Battery section) and ensure that is connected on ac outlet.

Reduce number of equipment connected to UPS outlets. Retrip the circuit breaker, pushing in it.

Ensure the equipment switched on UPS outlets are not overloading its capacity. Disconnect some equipment if necessary. It is a regular operation. Reset software.

Back-UPS only can run with battery power during a limited period. UPS will be shutdown when available battery power is totally empty. Recharge for 12 hour before continue to use them. Batteries are recharged when the UPS is connected to power source.

The Back-UPS battery wave outs were designed for computers and peripherals, not for equipment with motor.

Back-UPS beep 4 times every 30 seconds

The power indicator is on and Back-UPS RS is buzzing with continuous and short tones.

The overload/verify battery indicator flashes and Back-UPS RS buzzes with continuous and short tones.

Specifications

Item Specification

Surge capacity (8 outlets)

Back-UPS is using the battery to provide power to connected equipment.

UPS is overloaded

Unit could be not correctly connected.

Batteries must be charged.

Battery has reached the end of its useful life.

12 Amps (including outlet UPS)

Back-UPS is using the battery to provide power to connected equipment. UPS is regularly working. You have to save your documents, shutdown your equipment and the UPS. When the power supply regularly return on, you can restart the UPS and your equipment.

Disconnect non-essential equipment

Consult “Connect the Battery” section.

Recharge UPS, at least, 12 hours. Restarting the UPS, an automatic test will be run.

If the overload/verify battery indicator still flashing and beeping a continuous and short tons after the automatic test, batteries must be replaced.

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 transportation costs back to the customer.

Voltage on battery

Frequency on battery

Transfer time

AC surge protection (Full time)

Telephone surge protection

EMI/RFI filter

UPS for overload protection

Circuit breaker resettable of AC input

Battery type

Average life

Recharge time

Net weight

Size (HxWxD)

Operating temperature

Storage temperature

Operating relative humidity

115 Vac ms+/- 6%

60 Hz+/- 1Hz

5 ms typical

450 joules

1 line (2 wires)

Full time

UPS automatically shuts down

if exceeds 110% of evaluated nominal

7A(22AV) / 15 A(115v)

Sealed, maintenance-free lead acid

2 to 4 years, depending on number of

discharge cycles and enviromental temperature.

Usually 12 hours, maximum of 16 hours

33 lb

15,0 kg

7.87x6.50x13.0 inch

20.0x16.5x33.0 cm

+32º to 104ºF

0º to 40ºC

+5º to 113ºF

15º to 45ºC

0 to 95% non-condensing

How to buy a AP9937 Communication Kit

The AP9937 Communication Kit can be purchased at any APC dealer or local dealer.

How to order replacement battery

New package battery can be bought from your local dealer. Hold your Back-UPS RS model number that can be found on rear part of the equipment. Use always APC certified batteries.

Battery must be recycled. Please delivery spent batteries on APC reseller.

Service

Note: UPS detailed specifications are available on www.apc.com/br.

Please DO NOT RETURN Back-UPS RS to the place of purchase under any circumstances.

1. Consult the “Troubleshooting section” to eliminate common problems.

2. Verify the battery is connected according to “Connect the Battery” and that the Circuit Breaker is not

tripped (see “Troubleshooting section”).

If you still have questions, please contact APC via www.apc.com/br or at one of the phone numbers

listed below.

3. Before contacting APC, please be sure to keep at hands the date purchased, UPS model, and serial

number (on rear part of unit).

4. If necessary, Technical Support Representative will issue a Return Material Authorization Number

(RMA#).

5. Pack the unit properly to avoid shipment damage. Never use foam beads for packaging. Damage

sustained in transit is not covered under warranty (insuring the package for full value is recom-

mended).

Operating elevation

Input nominal voltage and adjustment range

Output voltage and adjustment range

Nominal power

0 to 10000 feet

0 to 3000m

86 – 149 Vac (115V)

170-260Vac(220V)

115V+/-6%

1200VA / 600 W

APC Contact Information

USA/Canada Mexico Brazil Worldwide Web Site Online Technical Support

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

1.800.800.4272 +52.292.0253 / 52.292.0255 +0800.555.272 +1.401.789.5735 www.apc.com/br http://support.apc.com

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