Schneider APC Easy UPS Specifications

User Manual Easy UPS

BVX Series 700VA, 900VA, 1200VA, 1600VA, 2200VA

**IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS**

Read the instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become familiar with the device before trying to install, operate, service or maintain it. The following special messages may appear throughout this document 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 to either 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
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.

Product Handling Guidelines

Safety and General Information

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –
This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the UPS and batteries.
Inspect the package contents upon receipt. Notify the carrier and dealer if there is any damages.

• This UPS is intended for indoor use only.

• Mains socket outlet that supplies the UPS shall be installed near the UPS and shall be easily accessible.

• UPS must be connected to an earthed mains socket outlet.

• Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised by personnel knowledgeable about batteries and required precautions. In this case, batteries is not user-replaceable.

• When replacing battery the UPS must be OFF, and its AC inlet unplugged.

• CAUTION Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The batteries may explode.

• CAUTION Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

• Do not open or mutilate batteries. They contain an electrolyte that is toxic and harmful to the skin and eyes.

• Failed batteries can reach temperatures that exceed the burn thresholds for touchable surfaces.

• CAUTION A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short circuit current.
  The following precautions should be observed when working on batteries.
  a. Remove watches, rings or other metal objects.
  b. Use tools with insulated handles.
  c. Wear rubber gloves and boots.
  d. Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
  e. Disconnect the charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting battery terminals.
  f. Determine if battery is inadvertently grounded. If inadvertently grounded, remove source from ground. Contact with any part of a grounded battery can result in electrical shock. The likelihood of such shock can be reduced if such grounds are removed during installation and maintenance.

• The battery in the Easy UPS Series is not user-replaceable.

Radio Frequency Warning

This is a category C2 UPS product. In a residential environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take additional measures.

Battery Replacement

**CAUTION**

RISK OF HYDROGEN SULFIDE GAS AND EXCESSIVE SMOKE

• Replace the battery at least every 5 years.
• Replace the battery immediately when the UPS indicates battery replacement is necessary.
• Replace battery at the end of its service life.
• 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 over-temperature condition, or UPS internal over-temperature, 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.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury.

The battery in the Easy UPS is not user-replaceable. Contact SEIT Technical Support for a list of authorized service centers near you.
For the recycling battery information, please go to apc.com/us.

Product Description

The APC by Schneider Electric Easy UPS offers power and surge protection for wireless networks, computers, gaming consoles and other electronics in your home or business. This UPS supply battery backup during outages and unstable voltage fluctuations, as well as provide protection from damaging surges and spikes. They are the choice helps to protect your data and keep you connected.

Place and Power On

1. Place the Easy UPS to avoid:

• Direct sunlight
• Excessive heat
• Excessive moisture
• Excessive dust/dirt
• For operation, please place the unit on the floor.

2. Connect the battery by pulling the battery handle up, and then pushing it into the unit.
3. Connect equipment to the UPS. Avoid using extension cords.
4. Plug the Easy UPS power cord directly into a wall outlet, not into a surge protector or power strip.
5. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on the unit.
The green “Power On” indicator confirms that the Easy UPS is on and ready to provide protection.
The Easy UPS should charge for at least 24 hours to ensure sufficient runtime. The unit is being charged whenever it is connected to AC power, whether the unit is turned ON or OFF.

Operational Features

Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR)
Automatic Voltage Regulation boosts/trims the AC voltage when it drops/exceeds levels.

This allows the equipment plugged into the unit to operate during low/high voltage conditions, conserving the battery power in the event of a power cut.

The Easy UPS will switch to battery power if the input voltage level becomes too low/high for the Automatic Voltage Regulation to compensate, or if the AC power is distorted.

USB Charging Port for Smartphones and Tablets (only for BVX700LUI models)
This USB charging port provides a maximum of 5V 1 A DC power. The port will charge the connected equipment when the UPS is on line mode, battery mode and off charging mode.

Quick Mute
The Easy UPS is able to temporarily mute user correctable audible alarms such as On Battery. During such audible alarms, a short press (less than 2 seconds) of the POWER button will temporarily mute the audible alarm until the condition has been reset. A short double beep will confirm that Quick Mute has been  activated. Pressing the POWER button for more than 2 seconds will turn off the UPS. Other events such as Battery replacement and Charger notification can not be temporarily muted. The unit in these cases must be turned off.

Features

Specifications

• The length of input power cord is 1.2m. For best operation, do not use output cable longer than 2m.

Status Indicators

Troubleshooting

Service

If the unit requires service, do not return it to the dealer. Follow these steps:

1. Review the Troubleshooting section of the manual to eliminate common problems.

2. If the problem persists, contact Schneider Electric IT (SEIT) Customer Support through the APC by Schneider Electric website, www.apc.com.
   a. Note the model number and serial number and the date of purchase. The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel of the unit.
   b. Call SEIT Customer Support and a technician will attempt to solve the problem over the phone. If this is not possible, the technician will issue a Returned Material Authorization Number (RMA#).
   c. If the unit is under warranty, the repairs are free.
   d. Service procedures and returns may vary internationally. Refer to the APC by Schneider Electric website for country specific instructions.

3. Pack the unit in the original packaging whenever possible to avoid damage in transit. Never use foam beads for packaging. Damage sustained in transit is not covered under warranty.

4. Always DISCONNECT THE UPS BATTERIES before shipping. The United States Department of Transportation (DOT), and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) regulations require that UPS batteries be disconnected before shipping. The internal batteries may remain in the UPS.

5. Write the RMA# provided by Customer Support on the outside of the package.

6. Return the unit by insured, pre-paid carrier to the address provided by Customer Support

Warranty

Register your product on-line.http://warranty.apc.com
The standard warranty is two (2) years from the date of purchase. SEIT standard procedure is to replace the original unit with a factory reconditioned unit. Customers who must have the original unit back due to the assignment of asset tags and set depreciation schedules must declare such a need at first contact with an SEIT Technical Support representative. SEIT will ship the replacement unit once the defective unit has been received by the repair department, or cross-ship upon the receipt of a valid credit card number. The customer pays for shipping the unit to SEIT. SEIT pays ground freight transportation costs to ship the replacement unit to the customer.

APC by Schneider Electric IT Customer Support Worldwide
For country specific customer support, go to the APC by Schneider Electric website, www.apc.com.

EN 990-6292
02/2020
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