Read the instructions carefully to become familiar with the equipment before attempting to install, operate, service
or maintain the UPS. The following special messages may appear throughout this manual or on the equipment to
warn of potential hazards or to call attention to information that clarifies or simplifies a procedure.
The addition of this symbol to a Danger or Warning product safety label indicates that an electrical
hazard exists which will result in personal injury if the instructions are not followed.
The addition of this symbol to a Warning or Caution product safety label indicates that a hazard exists
that can result in injury and product damage if the instructions are not followed.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury.
• Adhere to all national and local electrical codes.
• All wiring must be performed by a qualified electrician.
• Changes and modifications to this unit not expressly approved by APC could void the warranty.
• This UPS is intended for indoor use only.
• Do not operate this UPS in direct sunlight, in contact with fluids, or where there is excessive dust or
humidity.
• Be sure the air vents on the UPS are not blocked. Allow adequate space for proper ventilation.
• For a UPS with a factory installed power cord, connect the UPS power cable directly to a wall outlet. Do not
use surge protectors or extension cords.
• The equipment is heavy. Always practice safe lifting techniques adequate for the weight of the equipment.
• The batteries are heavy. Remove the batteries before installing the UPS and external battery packs (XLBPs),
in a rack.
• Always install XLBPs at the bottom in rack-mount configurations. The UPS must be installed above the
XLBPs.
• Always install peripheral equipment above the UPS in rack-mount configurations.
• Additional safety information can be found in the Safety Guide supplied with this unit.
Deenergizing safety
• The UPS contains internal batteries and may present a shock hazard even when disconnected from AC and
DC power.
• The AC and DC output connectors may be energized by remote or automatic control at any time.
• Before installing or servicing the equipment check that the:
– Input circuit breaker is in the OFF position.
– Internal UPS the batteries are removed.
– XLBP battery modules are disconnected.
Electrical safety
• For models with a hardwired input, the connection to the branch circuit (mains) must be performed by a
qualified electrician.
• Have a proper grounding for input socket for the models with pluggable power cords.
• The protective earth conductor for the UPS carries the leakage current from the load devices (computer
equipment). An insulated ground conductor is to be installed as part of the branch circuit that supplies the
UPS. The conductor must have the same size and insulation material as the grounded and ungrounded
branch circuit supply conductors. The conductor will typically be green and with or without a yellow stripe.
• The UPS input ground conductor must be properly bonded to protective earth at the service panel.
• If the UPS input power is supplied by a separately derived system, the ground conductor must be properly
bonded at the supply transformer or motor generator set.
• Leakage current for a pluggable Type A UPS may exceed 3.5 mA when a separate ground terminal is used.
• When replacing batteries, replace with the same number and type of batteries as originally installed in the
equipment.
• Batteries typically last for two to five years. Environmental factors impact battery life. Elevated ambient
temperatures, poor quality utility power, and frequent short duration discharges will shorten battery life.
Batteries should be replaced before end of life.
• Replace batteries immediately when the unit indicates battery replacement is necessary.
• Schneider Electric uses Maintenance-Free sealed Lead Acid batteries. Under normal use and handling, there
is no contact with the internal components of the battery. Over charging, over heating or other misuse of
batteries can result in a discharge of battery electrolyte. Released electrolyte is toxic and may be harmful to
the skin and eyes.
• CAUTION: Before installing or replacing the batteries, remove conductive jewelry such as chains, wrist
watches and rings. High energy through conductive materials could cause severe burns.
• CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode.
• CAUTION: Do not open or mutilate batteries. Released material is harmful to the skin and eyes and may be
toxic.
General information
• The UPS will recognize as many as 10 external battery packs connected to the UPS.
Note: For each XLBP added, increased recharge time will be required.
• The model and serial numbers are located on a small, rear panel label. For some models, an additional label
is located on the chassis under the front bezel.
• Always recycle used batteries.
• Recycle the package materials or save them for reuse.
The APC by Schneider Electric Smart-UPS™ On-Line SRT is a high performance uninterruptible power supply
(UPS). The UPS helps to provide protection for electronic equipment from utility power blackouts, brownouts,
sags, surges, small utility power fluctuations and large disturbances. The UPS also provides battery backup power
for connected equipment until utility power returns to acceptable levels or the batteries are completely discharged.
This user manual is available on the enclosed Documentation CD and on the APC by Schneider Electric web site,
www.apc.com.
Product Overview
Specifications
For additional specifications refer to the APC by Schneider Electric web site, www.apc.com.
Environmental
Temp eratu re
Elevation
Humidity
Protection Class
Note: Charge the battery modules every six months during storage.
Environmental factors impact battery life. Elevated ambient temperatures, high humidity, poor quality mains power, and
frequent short duration discharges will shorten battery life.
Operating
Storage
Operating
Storage
0% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
IP 20 rating
0º to 40º C (32º to 104º F)
-15º to 45º C (5º to 113º F)
0 - 3,000 m (0 - 10,000 ft)
0 - 15,000 m (50,000 ft)
Physical
SRT1000XLI/SRT1000RMXLI/SRT1000RMXLI-NC
SRT1500XLI/SRT1500RMXLI/SRT1500RMXLI-NC model
The UPS is heavy. Follow all lifting guidelines.
Unit weight batteries included, without packaging22 kg (48.5 lb)
Unit weight batteries included, with packagingRack-Mount models: 29.6 kg (65.26 lb)
Tower models: 26.9 kg (59.3 lb)
Unit dimensions without packaging
Height x Width x Depth
Unit dimensions with packaging
Height x Width x Depth
The model and serial numbers are on a small label located on the rear panel.
Note: Refer to the table “Key to identify rear panel features” on page 7, that provides a key to the callout numbers
for the rear panel graphics depicted in this manual.
The SmartSlot can be used to connect optional management accessories.
Inlet for AC input power cord.
Use the external battery cable on the XLBP to connect the UPS and XLBP.
XLBPs provide extended runtime during power outages. The UPS will automatically
recognize up to 10 external battery packs.
Connect electronic devices to these outlets.
The UPS and XLBPs have ground screws for connecting the ground leads. Prior to
connecting a ground lead, disconnect the UPS from mains power.
Connect electronic devices to these outlets.
The Emergency Power Off (EPO) terminal allows the user to connect the UPS to a
central EPO system.
The Serial Com port is used to communicate with the UPS.
Use only interface kits supplied or approved by APC by Schneider Electric. Any
other serial interface cable will be incompatible with the UPS connector.
USB port
The USB port is used to connect either a server for native operating system
communications, or for software to communicate with the UPS.
• Disconnect the mains input circuit breaker before installing or servicing the UPS or connected equipment.
• Disconnect internal and external batteries before installing or servicing the UPS or connected equipment.
• The UPS contains internal and external batteries that may present a shock hazard even when disconnected from the
mains.
• UPS AC hardwired and pluggable outlets may be energized by remote or automatic control at any time.
• Disconnect equipment from the UPS before servicing any equipment.
• Do not use the UPS as a safety disconnect.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in minor or moderate injury.
Note: The UPS batteries will charge to 90% capacity in the first three hours of normal operation. Do not expect
full battery runtime capability during this initial charge period.
1. Connect the internal battery module. See Installation manual for details.
2. Connect equipment to the outlets on the rear panel of the UPS.
Refer to “Controllable Outlet Groups” on page 18.
3. Connect Smart Connect port to the nearest network.
4. Connect the UPS to the building utility power.
5. Log onto www.smartconnect.apc.com to launch registration process. The website includes instructions to
setup the online account, activating the warranty and begin managing the UPS remotely.
Turn the UPS On/Off
The first time the UPS is turned on the Setup Wizard screen will run. Follow the prompts to configure UPS
settings. Refer to “Configuration” on page 12.
To turn on the UPS and all connected equipment, press the
prompts to either turn the UPS on immediately or after a delay, then press OK.
NOTE: When there is no input power and the UPS is off, the cold start feature can be used to turn on the UPS and
connected equipment using battery power.
To perform a cold start press the
The display panel will illuminate and the
To turn on the output power press the
press OK.
To turn output power off, press the
immediately or after a delay, then press OK.
NOTE: Once the UPS output power has been turned off and the AC input has been removed, the UPS will
continue to use the battery for internal power for 10 minutes. To remove power completely press the
OFF button. Follow the prompt to select Internal Power Off, then press OK.
POWERON/OFF button.
POWERON/OFF button will illuminate red.
POWERON/OFF button again. Select the prompt Turn ON with NO AC and
POWERON/OFF button. Follow the prompts to either turn the UPS off
POWERON/OFF button on the display panel. Follow the