Tripp Lite BP36V142U User Manual

Owner’s Manual

1111 W. 35th Street Chicago, IL 60609 USA

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Introduction

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Important Safety Instructions

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Installation

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Maintenance

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BP36V142U • BP48V212U
BP48V242U • BP72V122U

External Battery Packs

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Warranty

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Introduction

Tripp Lite External Battery Packs have output voltages of either 36 volts (BP36V142U), 48 volts
(BP48V212U, BP48V242U) or 72 volts (BP72V122U) and are designed for use with various Tripp Lite
UPS systems equipped with external battery pack connectors. When used with the appropriate Tripp Lite
UPS, they meet UL standard 1778. The BP48V242U may also be suitable for use with 48V DC
input telecommunications equipment.

Packing List

• Battery Pack

• BP48V242U only: Alternate Front Panel

• 2 Mounting Ears

• 2 Mounting Shelves

• 2 Mounting Shelf Extensions

• Screws

• Locking Nuts

• Flat Washers

• Use caution when lifting Battery Packs. Because of the considerable weight of all
Rackmount Battery Packs, at least two people should assist in lifting and installing them.

• 36V and 72V Battery Packs and UPS systems use identical power cables and plugs;
make certain that your Battery Packs and UPS use the same DC voltage before
connecting them.

• Suggested mounting procedures are for common rack types and may not be appropriate for
all rack configurations. User must determine the fitness of rack- and wallmount hardware and
procedures before mounting.

• When connecting multiple Battery Packs to a single UPS, the Battery Packs should be
approximately the same age.

• It is normal for sparks to occur inside external battery connectors during final battery connection.

• Do not unplug external batteries from the UPS while the UPS is operating on battery power,
due to the possibility of dangerous arcing.

• There are no user-serviceable parts inside the Battery Packs. Do not open the Battery Packs
for any reason.

• Battery Replacement must be performed by factory authorized service personnel. Because
batteries present a risk of electrical shock and burn from high short-circuit current, observe
proper precautions. Unplug the Battery Pack from the UPS before performing battery
replacement. Do not short or bridge battery terminals with any object. Use tools with insulated
handles. Remove metal objects such as watches and rings before working with batteries. Do
not open batteries. Replace batteries only with sealed lead-acid batteries of the same number,
type, voltage and amp hour capacity.

• Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries are recyclable. Proper disposal of batteries
is required; refer to your local codes for disposal requirements. In the USA only, you may
call 1-800-SAV-LEAD (1-800-728-5323) for complete recycling information.

Important Safety Instructions—Save These Instructions

WARNING! The mounting shelves are not intended to support more than one

battery pack. Do not stack multiple battery packs on a single set of mounting
shelves. Failure to follow this warning may lead to product damage and/or a risk
of personal bodily harm.

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