Easy UPS 3S IP40 Kit for UPS

Model Numbers: E3SOPT031, E3SOPT032

Latest updates available on the Schneider Electric website: 8/2025

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Important Safety Instructions - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions carefully before installing, operating, servicing, or maintaining the equipment. Pay attention to safety messages that warn of potential hazards.

Safety Alert Symbol

The safety alert symbol (⚠️) indicates potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages with this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

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 and can result in equipment damage.

Qualified Personnel

Electrical equipment should only be installed, operated, serviced, and maintained by qualified personnel. A qualified person is defined as someone with skills and knowledge related to electrical equipment construction, installation, and operation, and who has received safety training to recognize and avoid hazards. Per IEC 62040-1, this includes inspection, installation, and maintenance by a skilled person.

Safety Precautions

DANGER: HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH

All safety instructions in this document must be read, understood, and followed. Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury.

• Read all instructions in the Installation Manual before installing or working on this UPS system.
• Install the UPS system according to local and national regulations, including standards such as IEC 60364 or NEC NFPA 70, or Canadian Electrical Code (C22.1, Part 1), as applicable.
• Do not make mechanical changes to the product not described in the Installation Manual.

NOTICE: RISK OF OVERHEATING

Respect space requirements around the UPS system and do not cover ventilation openings when the UPS is in operation. Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.

Electrical Safety

DANGER: HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR ARC FLASH

• Electrical equipment must be installed, operated, serviced, and maintained only by qualified personnel.
• Apply appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe electrical work practices.
• Turn off all power supplying the UPS system before working on or inside the equipment.
• Before working on the UPS system, check for hazardous voltage between all terminals, including the protective earth.
• The UPS contains an internal energy source. Hazardous voltage can be present even when disconnected from the utility/mains supply. Ensure units are OFF and utility/mains and batteries are disconnected before installation or servicing. Wait five minutes after disconnecting power before opening the UPS to allow capacitors to discharge.
• Install a disconnection device (e.g., circuit breaker or switch) for system isolation from upstream power sources, in accordance with local regulations. This device must be easily accessible and visible.
• The UPS must be properly earthed/grounded. Due to high touch/leakage current, the earthing/grounding conductor must be connected first.

DANGER: HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION, OR ARC FLASH

• Always perform correct Lockout/Tagout before working on the UPS.
• A UPS with autostart enabled will automatically restart when the mains supply returns. If autostart is enabled, a warning label must be added to the UPS.

Warning Label for Autostart:

Autostart is enabled. The UPS will automatically restart when the mains supply returns.

Specifications

Model List

• E3SOPT031: Easy UPS 3S IP40 kit for 10 kVA - 20 kVA 400 V UPS for internal batteries
• E3SOPT032: Easy UPS 3S IP40 kit for 30 kVA - 40 kVA 400 V UPS for internal batteries

Load Derating for UPS with IP40 Kit Installed

NOTICE: RISK OF OVERHEATING

A UPS with an IP40 kit may require load derating. Read all instructions in the installation manual before installing or working on this UPS. Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.

Torque Specifications

Installation Procedure

NOTE: This procedure describes installing the IP40 kit after power and signal cabling are completed. Rear access is required.

DANGER: UPS must be completely turned off while the kit is being installed.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

1. Follow the UPS installation manual to install the UPS.
2. Install the IP40 Front Protection on the UPS (see page 11).
3. Install the IP40 Rear Protection on the UPS (see page 15).
4. Install the IP40 Side Protection on the UPS (see page 17).

Install the IP40 Front Protection on the UPS

DANGER: The UPS must be turned completely OFF before performing this procedure.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

1. Open the front door of the UPS.
2. Remove the supporting brackets on the front door. Save the M4 screws for reuse.
3. Remove the M4 screws on the left side of the fan cover and the battery compartment cover. Save the M4 screws for reuse.
4. Cut the cable tie on the front door.
5. Take out the silicone strips from the IP40 kit. Peel off the protective films from the silicone strips and attach them to the UPS in the indicated positions using the reused M4 screws.
6. Remove the existing air filter from the UPS.
7. Install the new air filter on the UPS:
   • Fix the new air filter with the reused M4 screws.
   • Ensure that the silicone strips are pressed under the air filter.
8. Install the small bracket:
   • Remove the screws next to the front door display cover. Save the M4 screws for reuse.
   • Install the small bracket on the UPS with the reused M4 screws.
9. Close the front door.

Install the IP40 Rear Protection on the UPS

DANGER: The UPS must be turned completely OFF before performing this procedure.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

1. Remove the M4 screws from the rear panels. Save the screws for reuse. NOTE: Do not remove the rear panels from the UPS.
2. Install the new IP40 protection over the existing rear panels using the reused M4 screws.

Install the IP40 Side Protection on the UPS

DANGER: The UPS must be turned completely OFF before performing this procedure.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

1. Remove the left and right side panels from the UPS. Save the M4 screws for reuse.
2. Attach the protective sponge strips on both the left and right sides of the UPS.
3. Reinstall the left and right side panels on the UPS using the reused M4 screws.