American Power Conversion 200/208 V - Manual (Page 38)

Operation – Battery Replacement
30 Smart-UPS® VT 10-30kVA, 200/208V and XR Battery Enclosure Operation Guide 990-2359A
Battery Module removal
Follow the below procedures if you need to change or add a Battery Module, e.g. if you receive a
display message reporting a bad battery, or if you need to add batteries for increased runtime:
 When removing Battery Modules, start from the highest level and work down.
 Holding the battery handle, gently push the battery unit upwards and pull it halfway out of the
Enclosure. A lock mechanism prevents it from being pulled all the way out.
 To release the battery from the lock mechanism, one person gently pushes the battery upwards
again and pulls it out, while the other person supports the battery.
How to install a Battery Module
If additional batteries are needed for extra run-time, or if you install battery replacement modules
etc., follow the below procedure:
Two people to lift a component weighing between 18 – 32 kg.
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UPS XR
CAUTION!
Wait until you are ready to power up the system before installing Battery Modules in the
UPS. Failure to do so can result in a deep discharge of the batteries and cause permanent
damage (the time from the battery installation time till the UPS is powered up should
not exceed 72 hours or 3 days).