How to Replace the Battery in a 1U UPS System

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Important Information

Observe Proper Precautions

Batteries can present a risk of electrical shock and burn from high short-circuit currents. Do not dispose of batteries in case of a fire. Do not open the UPS or batteries. Do not short or bridge the battery terminals with any object.
During hot-swap battery replacement, the UPS will not provide backup power in the event of a blackout or other power interruptions.
Do not operate UPS without the correct batteries.

A 1U UPS system is shown, a rack-mountable uninterruptible power supply unit.

Procedures

Step 1

Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the front panel's 4 screws located on each corner.

Diagram: A hand is shown using a Phillips screwdriver to remove a screw from the corner of a front panel of a UPS unit.

Step 2

Disconnect the batteries from the unit.

Diagram: A hand is shown disconnecting battery connectors from a UPS unit.

Step 3

Remove and properly dispose of old batteries.

Note: The batteries are recyclable. For more information on battery recycling, you may check with a battery recycler in your area or contact Battery Solutions, Inc. (7266 Kensington Road, Brighton, Michigan 48116) by phoning 1 (800) 852-8127 or visiting their website at www.batteryrecycling.com.

Diagram: A hand is shown removing batteries from a UPS unit.

Step 4

Install new batteries.

Diagram: A hand is shown inserting new batteries into a UPS unit.

Step 5

Reconnect batteries by attaching the connectors from the unit to the batteries (black-to-black and red-to-red).

Diagram: A hand is shown reconnecting battery connectors, ensuring black connects to black and red connects to red.

Step 6

Re-attach the front panel and its 4 screws using a Phillips screwdriver.

Diagram: A hand is shown using a Phillips screwdriver to re-attach a screw to the front panel of a UPS unit.

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