Tripp Lite BP240V32, BP48V165 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Extra-High Capacity External DC

Battery Modules (240V DC/48V DC)

Models: BP240V33, BP240V32 and BP48V165

Extends the runtime of select Tripp Lite UPS Systems

(refer to UPS System owner’s manual or contact Tripp Lite to verify compatibility)

Important Safety Instructions 2

Features 3

Installation 4

Connection 5

Maintenance 5

Storage & Service 7

Specifications 8

Warranty 8

Español 9

1111 W. 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60609 USA

(773) 869-1233 • www.tripplite.com

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. This manual contains important instructions and warnings that should be followed during the installation and maintenance of all Tripp Lite BP240V33, BP240V32 and BP48V165 External Battery Modules.

Battery Module Installation Warnings

WARNING!

Follow all safety precautions outlined in the Safety section prior to installation. Failure to follow proper warnings and procedures may cause serious personal injury and may damage the product and void its warranty. Observe all lift point warning labels on the sides of the Battery Module’s carton and housing. The Battery Module is extremely heavy; user assumes all responsibility for determining the suitability of all equipment used to lift or transport the Battery Module as well as determining the suitability of the flooring/environment which will support the Battery Module at its final installation point.

• Install your Battery Module indoors, away from heat, direct sunlight, dust, and excess moisture or other conductive contaminants.

• Install your Battery Module in a structurally sound area that is level. Your Battery Module is extremely heavy; take care when moving and lifting the unit. Use a forklift to lift the Battery Module off of its shipping pallet or to move the Battery Module. The Battery Module’s wheels are only designed for slight position adjustments within the final installation area; they are not designed for moving the Battery Module over considerable distances.

• Only operate your Battery Module at indoor temperatures between 32° F and 104° F (between 0° C and 40° C). For best results, keep indoor temperatures between 62° F and 84° F (between 17° C and 29° C).

• Leave adequate space around all sides of the Battery Module for proper ventilation.

• Do not install the Battery Module near magnetic storage media, as this may result in data corruption.

• Do not connect or disconnect Battery Module when UPS is in use. Arcing may occur.

Battery Module Connection Warnings

DANGER! POTENTIALLY LETHAL HIGH VOLTAGE! FOR QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS ONLY!

BATTERY FUSES MUST BE INSERTED LAST DUE TO THE DANGER OF POTENTIAL ARCING OF CABLES. Follow all safety precautions outlined in the Safety section prior to connection. Failure to follow proper

warnings and procedures may cause serious personal injury and may damage the product and void its warranty.

• The Battery Module is for use with select Tripp Lite UPS Systems. To avoid the risk of electrical shock or equipment damage, make certain that the Battery Module’s voltage and connection are suitable for the UPS System for which it is intended. Refer to the UPS System’s labeling and owner’s manual or call Tripp Lite’s Customer Service at (773) 869-1233. Do not connect Battery Module to the UPS System without following all appropriate safety precautions in the UPS System owner’s manual.

• Do not use Tripp Lite Battery Modules and connected UPS Systems in life support applications in which a malfunction or failure of a Tripp Lite UPS System could cause failure or significantly alter the performance of a life support device.

• The Battery Module contains its own energy source (battery). The output terminals of the connected UPS System may be live even when the UPS System is not connected to an AC power supply.

• When connecting multiple Battery Modules to a single UPS System, the Battery Modules must be have compatible voltage and be approximately the same age.

Battery Module Maintenance Warnings

DANGER! POTENTIALLY LETHAL HIGH VOLTAGE! FOR QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS ONLY!

The Battery Module requires no routine maintenance. Follow all safety precautions outlined in the Safety section prior to maintenance. Failure to follow proper warnings and procedures may cause serious personal injury and may damage the product and void its warranty.

• Your Battery Module does not require routine maintenance. Do not open your Battery Module for any reason. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

• Potentially lethal high voltage exists within the Battery Module. Maintenance should be performed by qualified electricians only.

Safety

Features

Qualified service personnel should familiarize themselves with all features of the Battery Module prior to Installation, Connection and Maintenance.

Fuse Holder (externally accessible, BP240V33 model only)*: fuses protect against short circuit damage. If a heavy overload or short circuit is encountered, a fuse will blow. A Battery Module with a blown fuse will not deliver any output voltage to the connected UPS System. A qualified electrician must replace the fuses. See Maintenance section for details. Depending on the model, the fuses may be inaccessible without disconnecting the Battery Module from the UPS System and removing the back cover panel. Internal Battery Trays: the Battery Module contains five trays of batteries (with four batteries per tray) to supply extended runtime to a connected UPS System. After disconnection, the trays slide out for removal. See Maintenance section for details. Fuses must be removed before any maintenance is performed. Cables for Battery Tray Interconnection (internal): connect the battery trays (either in serial or in parallel, depending on model) to supply DC battery power (either 240V DC or 48V DC, depending on model) to a connected UPS System. See Maintenance section for wiring diagram. Cables for UPS System Connection (external, BP240V33 model only)*: connect the internal batteries (through the fuse holder) to a compatible Tripp Lite UPS System. Do not replace these cables. Using improper cables may damage your equipment and cause fire hazards. See Installation section for details.

Grounding Lug: connects the Battery Module to earth ground. See Installation section for details. Wheels: the wheels are only designed for slight position adjustments within the final installation area; they are not designed

for moving the Battery Module over considerable distances. Mounting Brackets: allow for permanent mounting, if desired. User must supply hardware appropriate for mounting surface.

Rear Panel with Cover Removed (BP240V33)*

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* BP240V32 and BP48V165 models include internally-accessible, snap-in fuses instead of a fuse holder. In addition, BP240V32 and BP48V165 models include plug-in UPS system connection (via an included connector and detachable cable) instead of hardwire connection.

Safety (continued)

• Internal batteries must be replaced by equivalent batteries available from Tripp Lite.

• The Battery Module must be disconnected from the UPS System and the Battery Module’s fuses must be removed prior to maintenance or service. Do not disconnect Battery Module from the UPS System without following all appropriate safety precautions in the UPS System owner’s manual to completely power down and de-energize the UPS System and remove it from the AC utility source.

• Because the batteries present a risk of electrical shock and burn from high short-circuit current, batteries should be changed only by trained service personnel observing proper precautions. Remove watches, rings, and other metal objects. Use tools with insulated handles. Wear rubber gloves and boots and protective clothing and face shields. Use rubber mats to cover or place batteries on. Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of the batteries. Do not short or bridge the battery terminals with any object. Disconnect the charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting battery terminals. Determine if the batteries are inadvertently grounded. If inadvertently grounded, remove the source of the ground. Contact with any part of a grounded battery can result in electrical shock. The likelihood of such shock will be reduced if such grounds are removed during installation and maintenance.

• Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released battery fluid may be toxic and cause serious personal injury. The UPS batteries are recyclable. Refer to local codes for disposal requirements, or in the USA only, refer to these sources for recycling information: 1-800-SAV-LEAD (1-800-728-5323), 1-800-8-BATTERY (1-800-8-228-8379), or www.rbrc.com.

• Fuses should be replaced only by factory authorized personnel. Blown fuses should be replaced only with fuses of the same number and type.

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