APC SRV120RLBP2-9A Easy UPS External Battery Pack User Manual

APC SRV120RLBP2-9A Easy UPS External Battery Pack

Specifications:

• Temperature: 0 to 40°C (Operating), -15 to 45°C (Storage)
• Elevation: 0 to 15,000 m
• Humidity: 0% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing (Operating and Storage)
• International Protection Code: IP 20

Product Information:

The Easy UPS External Battery Pack SRV120RLBP2-9A is designed to connect to selected APC by Schneider Electric uninterruptible power supply (UPS) models. It provides continuous power to the connected load until utility power returns to normal levels or the batteries are fully discharged. The UPS and the Battery pack are packed separately. This external battery pack is compatible with SRV10KUXI-IN, SRV15KUXI-IN, and SRV20KUXI-IN UPS models only.

Package Contents:

• Battery pack
• User documentation
• Battery cable (500 mm long)
• Rack-mount bracket x1 pair
• Stabilizer bracket set x2 pairs
• Flat head screw x8
• 1U Foot extension x4
• Pan head screw x8

Product Usage Instructions

1. Inspect the package contents upon receipt. Notify the carrier and dealer if there is any damage.
2. Read the Safety Guide before installing the Battery pack.
3. Connect the battery pack to the compatible UPS model following the provided user documentation.
4. Ensure proper ventilation around the battery pack for optimal performance.
5. Refer to the APC by Schneider Electric website for any optional accessories and additional specifications.

FAQ:

Q: Can I use this battery pack with any UPS model?
A: No, this external battery pack is compatible with SRV10KUXI-IN, SRV15KUXI-IN, and SRV20KUXI-IN UPS models only.

Q: Where can I find the model and serial numbers of the battery pack?
A: The model and serial numbers are located on a rear panel label of the battery pack.

User Manual Easy UPS On-Line
External Battery Pack SRV120RLBP2-9A

Important Safety Instructions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the Battery pack.
Read the instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become familiar with the equipment before trying to install, operate, service or maintain it. The following special messages may appear throughout this manual or on the equipment to warn of potential hazards or to call attention to information that clarifies or simplifies a procedure.

The addition of this symbol either to a “Danger” or “Warning” safety label indicates that an electrical hazard exists which will result in personal injury if the instructions are not followed.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury.

Product Handling Guidelines

Safety and General Information

Inspect the package contents upon receipt. Notify the carrier and dealer if there is any damage.
Read the Safety Guide before installing the Battery pack.

• Adhere to all national and local electrical codes.
• Changes and modifications to this unit not expressly approved by APC by Schneider Electric could void the warranty.
• This unit is intended only for indoor use in a controlled environment.
• Do not operate this unit in direct sunlight, in contact with fluids, or where there is excessive dust or humidity.
• Be sure the air vents on the unit are not blocked. Allow adequate space for proper ventilation.
• The equipment is heavy. Always practice safe lifting techniques adequate for the weight of the equipment.
• Always install the Battery pack at the bottom in rack-mount configurations. The Easy UPS must be installed above the Battery pack.
• Always recycle used batteries.
• Recycle the package materials or save them for reuse.

Battery safety

• Servicing of user replaceable batteries should be performed or supervised by personnel knowledgeable about batteries and required precautions. In this case, batteries is not user replaceable.
• APC by Schneider Electric uses Sealed Maintenance Free Valve Regulated Lead Acid batteries. Under normal use and handling, there is no contact with the internal components of the batteries. Over charging, over heating or other misuse of batteries can result in a discharge of battery electrolytes. Released electrolyte is toxic and may be harmful to the skin and eyes.
• Use tool with insulated handles.
• Wear rubber gloves and boots.
• Determine if battery is either intentionally or inadvertently grounded. Contact with any part of a grounded battery can result in electric shock and burns by high short-circuit current. The risk of such hazards can be reduced if grounds are removed during installation and maintenance by a skilled person.
• This equipment contains potentially hazardous voltages. Do not attempt to disassemble the unit. The unit contains no user serviceable parts. Repairs must be performed only by factory trained service personnel.
• When replacing batteries, replace with the same number and type of batteries as originally installed in the equipment.
• Batteries typically last for three to five years. Environmental factors impact battery life. Elevated ambient temperatures, frequent short duration discharges caused due to poor quality utility power will shorten battery life. Batteries should be replaced before end of life.
• Replace batteries immediately when the unit indicates battery replacement is necessary.
• CAUTION: Before installing or replacing the batteries, remove jewelry such as wristwatches and rings. High short circuit current through conductive materials could cause severe burns.
• CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode.
• CAUTION: Do not open or mutilate batteries. Released material is harmful to the skin and eyes and may be toxic.
• CAUTION: A battery can present a risk of electric shock and burns by high short-circuit current.
• CAUTION: Failed batteries can reach temperatures that exceed the burn thresholds for touchable surfaces

Product Description

This Battery pack connects to selected APC by Schneider Electric uninterruptible power supply (UPS) models. The external battery pack provides continuous power to the connected load until utility power returns to normal levels or the batteries are fully discharged. The UPS and the Battery pack are packed separately.
This external battery pack is compatible with SRV10KUXI-IN, SRV15KUXI-IN and SRV20KUXI-IN UPS models only.
This user manual is available on the APC by Schneider Electric Web site,www.apc.com.

Package Contents

NOTE:
The model and serial numbers are located on a rear panel label.
The packaging is recyclable; save it for reuse or dispose of it properly.

Optional Accessories

For optional accessories, refer to the APC by Schneider Electric Web site,www.apc.com.

For additional specifications, refer to the APC by Schneider Electric
Web site, www.apc.com.

Specifications

Environmental specifications

NOTICE
RISK OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE

• Battery pack must be used indoors only.
• The installation location should be sturdy to withstand the weight of the Battery pack.
• Do not operate the Battery pack where there is excessive dust or where the temperature or humidity are outside specified limits.
• Ensure the air vents on the Battery pack are not blocked. Allow adequate space for proper ventilation.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.

During storage, charge the Battery pack at least once in every six months.

Elevation| Operating| 0 to 3,000 m: Normal operation
Storage| 0 to 15,000 m
Humidity| 0% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
International Protection Code| IP 20

Physical specifications

NOTE: The Battery pack is heavy. Follow all lifting guidelines.

Unit dimensions with packaging Height x Width x Depth| 375 x 600 x 900 mm

(14.76 x 23.62 x 35.43 in)

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Unit dimensions without packaging Height x Width x Depth| 131 x 438 x 686 mm

(5.16 x 17.20 x 27.00 in)

Unit weight batteries included, with packaging and pallet| 80 kg
Unit weight batteries included, without packaging| 64kg

Battery

Battery type| Sealed maintenance free valve regulated lead acid

battery, 12 V, 9 Ah

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Battery bank voltage| ±120 VDC

Minimum number of battery packs to be connected

Use battery cable accessory SRV012 (to be purchased separately) for connecting the battery pack to SRV10KUXI-IN.

Rear Panel Features

Rack-Mount Installation

APC Rail Kit accessory SRVRK2 available for purchase, to enable the installation of the Battery pack in rack-mount configuration.

CAUTION

RISK OF FALLING EQUIPMENT

• The equipment is heavy.
• Always practice safe lifting techniques adequate for the weight of the equipment.
• Always install the Battery pack at the bottom of the rack.
• Always install the Battery pack below the UPS in the rack.
• Given the heavy weight, the use of rack-mount brackets is mandatory during rack installation (guide with L shaped support).
• Always use the recommended number of screws to secure brackets to the Battery pack.
• Always use the recommended number of screws to secure the Battery pack to the rack.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in minor or moderate injury and equipment damage.

1. Secure two brackets to the Battery pack. Use 4 screws in each bracket.
2. Lift the battery module and slide it into rack enclosure.
3. Secure the battery module to the rack with screws, nuts and washers (not supplied in the package) through its mounting brackets into the rails.

Tower Installation

CAUTION
RISK OF FALLING EQUIPMENT

• The Battery pack is heavy.
• Always practice safe lifting techniques adequate for the weight of the equipment.
• Ensure that the stabilizer brackets are installed along with the Battery pack in tower installation.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in minor or moderate injury and equipment damage.

NOTE: Maintain approximately 70 mm distance from the edge of the unit, when installing the stabilizer brackets .

Connect Battery Pack

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

• Identify the polarities of the battery terminals before connecting the battery.
  Be sure grounding (green cable) is connected firmly.

• Do not short the battery terminals.

• Do not wear jewelry when working with electrical equipment.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in minor or moderate injury and equipment damage.

CAUTION
RISK OF HYDROGEN SULPHIDE GAS AND EXCESSIVE SMOKE

• Replace the battery at least every 5 years or at the end of its service life, whichever is earlier.

• Replace the battery immediately when the UPS indicates battery replacement is necessary.

• Replace batteries with the same number and type of batteries as originally installed in the equipment.

• Replace the battery immediately when the UPS indicates a battery overtemperature condition, or when there is evidence of electrolyte leakage.
  Power off the UPS, unplug it from the AC input, and disconnect the batteries. Do not operate the UPS until the batteries have been replaced.

• Replace all Battery packs which are older than one year, when installing additional Battery packs.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in minor or moderate injury and equipment damage.

Contact APC by Schneider Electric Customer Support to determine the age of the installed Battery packs.

NOTE: For information on recycling batteries, go to APC by Schneider Electric Web site: apc.com/recycle.

NOTICE
RISK OF IMPROPER CONNECTION
Connect the battery according to the battery voltage indicated on the rear panel. If the connected battery voltage is incorrect, UPS may be damaged and cannot be repaired. Therefore, be sure to confirm that the battery voltage is in accordance with the UPS specification.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in equipment damage.

Connect an external battery pack to the UPS
Connect UPS to an external Battery pack.

1. Locate the battery connector cover on rear panel of Easy UPS and Battery pack.
2. Remove the screws securing the cover and remove the cover.
3. Use the supplied battery connection cable.
4. Plug each end of the battery cable connector into the battery connector receptacle on the rear side of the Easy UPS and Battery pack.
5. Insert and tighten the screws removed in step 2 to secure the battery connector receptacle to the battery connector.
6. Connect the ground wire to the ground terminal in the Easy UPS and Battery pack. Ground screw tightening torque 20 kgf.cm.

Connect multiple Battery packs to Easy UPS .

1. Refer to “Connect an external battery pack to the UPS” on page 12 for connecting the Battery Pack #1 to the UPS.
2. Locate the battery connector receptacle covers on rear panel of Battery Pack #1 and Battery Pack #2.
3. Remove the screws securing the covers and remove the covers.
4. Use the supplied battery connection cable.
5. Plug each end of the battery cable connector into the battery connector receptacle on the rear side of the battery packs.
6. Insert and tighten the screws removed in step 3 to secure the battery connector receptacle to the battery connector.
7. Connect the ground wire to the ground terminal in both Battery Pack #1 and Battery Pack #2. Ground screw tightening torque 20 kgf.cm.

NOTE: Be sure that the grounding wires are connected firmly.

Troubleshooting

UPS is not supplying power to the connected equipment
The Battery pack is not connected.| Connect Battery pack to the UPS. Refer “Connect Battery Pack” on page 11 for details.
Low battery cut off. UPS may have discharged the battery due to utility power outage and turned the output off due to low battery condition.| Wait for the utility power to return and charge the battery.
UPS is not providing expected backup time
The Battery pack is discharged due to a recent power outage.| The batteries require recharging after

extended outages.

The Battery pack is near the end of its service life.| If the Battery pack is near the end of its service life, consider replacing the Battery pack, even if the replace battery indicator is not illuminated.

Limited Factory Warranty

Schneider Electric IT Business India Private Ltd. (SEITBIPL), warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase. The SEITBIPL obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing, at its own sole option, any such defective products or parts there of. Repair or replacement of a defective product or part thereof does not extend the original warranty period.

This warranty applies only to the original purchaser who must have properly registered the product within 10 days of purchase. Products may be registered online at warranty.apc.com or by mailing in the completed warranty registration card that is included with the documentation.

SEITBIPL shall not be liable under the warranty if its testing and examination disclose that the alleged defect in the product does not exist or was caused by end user or any third person misuse, negligence, improper installation, testing, operation or use of the product contrary to SEITBIPL recommendations or specifications. Further, SEITBIPL shall not be liable for defects resulting from: 1) unauthorized attempts to repair or modify the product, 2) incorrect or inadequate electrical voltage or connection, 3) inappropriate on site operation conditions, 4) Acts of God, 5) exposure to the elements, 6) theft. In no event shall SEITBIPL have any liability under this warranty for any product where the serial number has been altered, defaced, or removed, 7) normal wear resulting from frequent use.

EXCEPT AS SET FORTH ABOVE, THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE, APPLICABLE TO PRODUCTS SOLD, SERVICED OR FURNISHED UNDER THIS AGREEMENT OR IN CONNECTION HEREWITH.
SEITBIPL DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTION AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

SEITBIPL EXPRESS WARRANTIES WILL NOT BE ENLARGED, DIMINISHED, OR AFFECTED BY AND NO OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY WILL ARISE OUT OF, SEITBIPL RENDERING OF TECHNICAL OR OTHER ADVICE OR SERVICE IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCTS.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES. THE WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE CONSTITUTE SEITBIPL’S SOLE LIABILITY AND PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF SUCH WARRANTIES. SEITBIPL WARRANTIES EXTEND ONLY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND ARE NOT EXTENDED TO ANY THIRD PARTIES.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SEITBIPL, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, AFFILIATES OR EMPLOYEES BE LIABLE FOR ANY FORM OF INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, ARISING OUT OF THE USE, SERVICE OR INSTALLATION OF THE PRODUCTS, WHETHER SUCH DAMAGES ARISE IN CONTRACT OR TORT, IRRESPECTIVE OF FAULT, NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY OR WHETHER SEITBIPL HAS BEEN ADVISED IN ADVANCE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SPECIFICALLY, SEITBIPL IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY COSTS, SUCH AS LOST PROFITS OR REVENUE, WHETHER DIRECT OR INDIRECT, LOSS OF EQUIPMENT, LOSS OF USE OF EQUIPMENT, LOSS OF SOFTWARE, LOSS OF DATA, COSTS OF SUBSTITUANTS, CLAIMS BY THIRD PARTIES, OR OTHERWISE.

To obtain service under warranty you must call customer support. Customers with warranty claims issues may access the SEITBIPL worldwide customer support network through the SEITBIPL Web site: www.apc.com. Select your country from the country selection drop down menu. Open the Support tab at the top of the web page to obtain information for customer support in your region. Refer to the product user manual for more information on how to contact customer support.

APC by Schneider Electric Customer Support

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