APC SMT750 750XL VA 120 Vac Smart-UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply

APC SMT750 750XL VA 120 Vac Smart-UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply

For Professional Business Applications – Not For Consumer Use

Introduction
The APC™ by Schneider Electric Smart-UPS™ is a high performance uninterruptible power supply (UPS). The UPS provides protection for electronic equipment from utility power blackouts, brownouts, sags, surges, small utility power fluctuations and large disturbances. The UPS also provides battery backup power for connected equipment until utility power returns to safe levels or the batteries are fully discharged.
This user manual is available on the enclosed CD and on the APC by Schneider Electric web site,
www.apc.com.

INSTALLATION

Read the Safety Instruction sheet before installing the UPS.

Unpacking
Inspect the UPS upon receipt. APC by Schneider Electric designed robust packaging for your product. However, accidents and damage may occur during shipment. Notify the carrier and dealer if there is damage. The packaging is recyclable; save it for reuse or dispose of it properly.
Check the package contents. The package contains the UPS, a literature kit containing one CD, one serial cable, one USB cable, product documentation and Safety Information. 230V models: Two IEC jumper cables are included for use on servers with permanently attached power cords.
The UPS is shipped with the battery disconnected.

Positioning the UPS
The UPS is heavy. Select a location sturdy enough to handle the weight.
Do not operate the UPS where there is excessive dust or the temperature and humidity are outside the specified limits.
PLACEMENT

Connecting Equipment and Power to the UPS

SMART-UPS REAR PANEL

1. Plug in the battery connector.
2. Connect equipment to the UPS. Note: Do not connect a laser printer to the UPS. A laser printer draws significantly more power than other types of equipment and may overload the UPS.
3. Add any optional accessories to the SmartSlot.
   • Using the power cord, plug the UPS into a two pole, three wire, grounded receptacle only. Avoid using extension cords.
   • 120V/100V models: The power cord is permanently attached to the rear panel of the UPS.
4. Turn on all connected equipment. To use the UPS as a master ON/OFF switch, be sure all connected equipment is switched ON. The equipment will not be powered until the UPS is turned on.
5. To power up the UPS press the button on the front panel.
   • The UPS charges its battery when it is connected to utility power. The battery charges to 90% capacity during the first three hours of normal operation. Do not expect full battery run capability during this initial charge period.
   • 120V Models: Check the site wiring fault LED located on the rear panel. It lights up if the UPS is plugged into an improperly wired utility power outlet. Refer to Troubleshooting in this manual.
6. For additional computer system security, install PowerChute TM UPS Power Management and
   Diagnostic Software.

BASIC CONNECTORS

Power management software and interface kits can be used with the UPS. Use only interface kits supplied or approved by APC by Schneider Electric.

STOP: Use the APC by Schneider Electric supplied cable to connect to the Serial Port. DO NOT use a standard serial interface cable since it is incompatible with the UPS connector.
Both Serial and USB Ports are provided. They cannot be used simultaneously.

External Battery Pack Connector
XL models: Use the battery pack connector to connect optional external battery pack(s). These units support up to ten external battery packs. See the APC by Schneider Electric web site, www.apc.com/support for the correct external battery pack model number for your UPS.
Note: UPS only supports Sealed Maintenance-Free (SMF) batteries.

TVSS Screw
The UPS features a transient voltage surge-suppression (TVSS) screw for connecting the ground lead on surge suppression devices such as telephone and network line protectors. When connecting grounding cable, disconnect the unit from the utility power outlet.

OPERATION

SMART-UPS FRONT PANEL

• The online LED illuminates when the UPS is supplying utility power to the connected equipment. If the LED is not lit, the UPS is either not turned ON, or is supplying battery power.

• AVR Trim This LED illuminates to indicate the UPS is compensating for a high utility voltage.

• This LED illuminates to indicate the UPS is compensating for a low utility voltage.

• When the on battery power LED is lit the UPS is supplying battery power to the connected equipment. When on battery, the UPS sounds an alarm—four beeps every 30 seconds.

• The LED illuminates and the UPS emits a sustained alarm tone when an overload condition occurs.

• Failure of a battery self-test causes the UPS to emit short beeps for one minute and the replace battery LED illuminates. Refer to Troubleshooting in this manual.

• The replace battery LED flashes and short beep is emitted every two seconds to indicate the battery is disconnected.
  

• Automatic Self-Test
  The UPS performs a self-test automatically when turned on, and every two weeks thereafter (by default).
  During the self-test, the UPS briefly operates the connected equipment on battery.
  If the UPS fails the self-test, the replace battery LED lights and immediately returns to online operation. The connected equipment is not affected by a failed test. Recharge the battery for 24 hours and perform another self-test. If it fails, the battery must be replaced.

• Manual Self-Test
  Press and hold the button for a few seconds to initiate the selftest.

On Battery Operation
The Smart-UPS switches to battery operation automatically if the utility power fails. While running on battery, an alarm beeps four times every 30 seconds.
Press the button (front panel) to silence the UPS alarm (for the current alarm only. If the utility power does not return, the UPS continues to supply power to the connected equipment until the battery is exhausted. If PowerChute is not being used you must manually save your files and power down before the UPS turns off.

Determining On Battery Run Time
UPS battery life differs based on usage and environment. It is recommended that the battery/batteries be changed once every three years. See the APC by Schneider Electric web site, www.apc.com, for on battery run times.

USER CONFIGURABLE ITEMS

NOTE: SETTINGS ARE MADE THROUGH SUPPLIED POWERCHUTE SOFTWARE OR OPTIONAL SMARTSLOT ACCESSORY CARDS.

N OTE : S ETTINGS ARE MADE THROUGH SUPPLIED P OWER C HUTE SOFTWARE OR OPTIONAL S MART S LOT

ACCESSORY CARDS .

F UNCTION| F ACTORY D EFAULT| U SER S ELECTABLE C HOICES| D ESCRIPTION
Automatic Self-Test| Every 14 days

(336 hours)

| Every 7 days

(168 hours)

On Startup Only No Self-Test

| This function sets the interval at which the UPS will execute a self-test. Refer to your software manual for details.
UPS ID| UPS_IDEN| Up to eight characters to define the UPS| Use this field to uniquely identify the UPS, (ie. server name or location) for network management purposes.
Date of Last Battery Replacement| Manufacture Date| Date of Battery Replacement mm/dd/yy| Reset this date when you replace the battery module.
Minimum Capacity Before Return from Shutdown| 0 percent| 15, 30, 45, 50, 60, 75, 90

percent

| The UPS will charge its batteries to the specified percentage before return from a shutdown.
Voltage Sensitivity

The UPS detects and reacts to line voltage distortions by transferring to battery operation to protect the connected equipment. Where power quality is poor, the UPS may frequently transfer to battery operation. If the connected equipment can operate normally under such conditions, reduce the sensitivity setting to conserve battery capacity and service life.

| | Brightly lit:  UPS is set to

high sensitivity (default).

Dimly lit: UPS is set to

medium sensitivity.

Off: Low battery warning interval is about eight minutes.

| To change the UPS sensitivity, press the voltage sensitivity button (rear panel). Use a pointed object (such as a pen) to do so.

You can change the sensitivity level through PowerChute software.

Alarm Control| Enable| Mute, Disable| User can mute an ongoing alarm or disable all existing alarms permanently.
Shutdown Delay| 90 seconds| 0, 180, 270, 360, 450, 540,

630 seconds

| Sets the interval between the time when the UPS receives a shutdown command and actual shutdown.
N OTE : S ETTINGS ARE MADE THROUGH SUPPLIED P OWER C HUTE SOFTWARE OR OPTIONAL S MART S LOT

ACCESSORY CARDS .

F UNCTION| F ACTORY D EFAULT| U SER S ELECTABLE C HOICES| D ESCRIPTION
Low Battery Warning.

PowerChute interface software provides automatic, unattended shutdown when approximately two minutes (by default) of battery operated run time remains.

| | Brightly lit : Low battery warning interval is about two minutes.

Dimly lit : Low battery warning interval is about five minutes.

Off : Low battery warning interval is about eight minutes.

Possible interval settings: 2, 5, 8, 11, 14, 17, 20, 23

minutes.

| The low battery warning beeps are continuous when two minutes of run time remain.

To change the warning interval default setting, press the voltage sensitivity button (use a pointed object such as a pen to do so), while pressing and holding the  button (front panel).

Synchronized Turn-on Delay| 0 seconds| 60, 120, 180, 240, 300, 360,

420 seconds

| The UPS will wait the specified time after the return of utility power before turn on (to avoid branch circuit overload).
High Transfer Point| 230 V models:

253 Vac

120 V models:

127 Vac

100 V models :

108 Vac

| 230 V models:

257, 261, 265 Vac

120 V models:

130, 133, 136 Vac

100 V models:

110, 112, 114 Vac

| To avoid unnecessary battery usage, set the high transfer point higher if the utility voltage is chronically high and the connected equipment is known to work under this condition.
Low Transfer Point| 230V models:

208Vac

120V models:

106Vac

100V models : 92Vac

| 230V models:

196, 200, 204Vac

120V models:

97, 100, 103Vac

100V models : 86, 88, 90Vac

| Set the low transfer point lower if the utility voltage is chronically low and connected equipment can tolerate this condition.
Output Voltage| 230V models:

230Vac

| 230V models:

220, 240Vac

| 230V models ONLY, allow the user to select the output voltage.

STORAGE, AND MAINTENANCE

Storage
Store the UPS covered and positioned as for proper functioning, in a cool, dry location, with the batteries fully charged.
At -15° to +30° C (+5° to +86° F), charge the UPS battery every six months.
At +30° to +45° C (+86° to +113° F), charge the UPS battery every three months.

Replace the Battery Module
This UPS has an easy to replace, hot swappable battery module. Replacement is a safe procedure, isolated from electrical hazards. You may leave the UPS and connected equipment on for this procedure. See your dealer or contact APC by Schneider Electric at the web site, www.apc.com/support for information on replacement battery modules.

STOP: Once the battery is disconnected, the connected equipment is not protected from power outages.
Be careful during the following steps, the battery module is heavy.

To replace the battery module, reverse the directions for Remove the Front Bezel and Battery Module.
REMOVING THE FRONT BEZEL AND BATTERY MODULE

1500VA Model
Step 3

1000VA Model
Step 3

Be sure to deliver the used battery to a recycling facility or ship it to APC by Schneider Electric in the replacement battery packing material.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Use the chart below to solve minor Smart-UPS installation and operation problems. Refer to the APC by Schneider Electric web site, www.apc.com, for assistance with complex UPS problems.

UPS WILL NOT TURN ON
Battery not connected properly.|
| Check that the battery connector (rear panel) is fully engaged.
 button not pushed.| Press the  button once to power the UPS and the connected equipment.
UPS not connected to utility power supply.| Check that the power cable from the UPS to the utility power supply is securely connected at both ends.
Very low or no utility voltage.| Check the utility power supply to the UPS by plugging in a table lamp. If the light is very dim, have the utility voltage checked.
UPS WILL NOT TURN OFF
Internal UPS fault.| Do not attempt to use the UPS. Unplug the UPS and have it serviced immediately.
UPS BEEPS OCCASIONALLY
Normal UPS operation.| None. The UPS is protecting the connected equipment.
UPS DOES NOT PROVIDE EXPECTED BACKUP TIME
The UPS battery is weak due to a recent outage or is near the end of its service life.| Charge the battery. Batteries require recharging after extended outages. They wear faster when put into service often or when operated at elevated temperatures. If the battery is near the end of its service life, consider replacing the battery even if the replace battery LED is not yet lit.
A LL LED S ARE LIT AND THE UPS EMITS A CONSTANT BEEPING
Internal UPS fault.| Do not attempt to use the UPS. Turn the UPS off and have it serviced immediately.
F RONT PANEL LED S FLASH SEQUENTIALLY
The UPS has been shut down remotely through software or an optional accessory card.| None. The UPS will restart automatically when utility power returns.
A LL LED S ARE OFF AND THE UPS IS PLUGGED INTO A WALL OUTLET
The UPS is shut down and the battery is discharged from an extended outage.| None. The UPS will return to normal operation when the power is restored and the battery has a sufficient charge.
P ROBLEM AND P OSSIBLE C AUSE| S OLUTION
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T HE OVERLOAD LED IS LIT AND THE UPS EMITS A SUSTAINED ALARM TONE
The UPS is overloaded.| The connected equipment exceeds the specified “maximum load” as defined in Specifications at the APC by Schneider Electric web site, www.apc.com.

The alarm remains on until the overload is removed. Disconnect nonessential equipment from the UPS to eliminate the overload.

The UPS continues to supply power as long as it is online and the circuit breaker does not trip; the UPS will not provide power from batteries in the event of a utility voltage interruption.

If a continuous overload occurs while the UPS is on battery, the unit turns off output in order to protect the UPS from possible damage.

T HE REPLACE BATTERY LED IS LIT
Replace Battery LED flashes and short beep is emitted every two seconds to indicate the battery is disconnected.

Weak battery.

Failure of a battery self-test.

| Check that the battery connectors are fully engaged.

Allow the battery to recharge for 24 hours. Then, perform a self-test. If the problem persists after recharging, replace the battery.

The UPS emits short beeps for one minute and the replace battery LED illuminates. The UPS repeats the alarm every five hours.

Perform the self-test procedure after the battery has charged for 24 hours to confirm the replace battery condition. The alarm stops and the LED clears if the battery passes the self-test.

T HE S ITE W IRING F AULT LED IS LIT
The site wiring LED is lit   (rear panel).

120V models only.

| The UPS is plugged into an improperly wired utility power outlet. Wiring faults detected include missing ground, hot neutral polarity reversal, and overloaded neutral circuit. Contact a qualified electrician to correct the building wiring.
T HE I NPUT C IRCUIT B REAKER TRIPS
The plunger on the circuit breaker (located above the input cable connection) pops out.| Reduce the load on the UPS by unplugging equipment and press the plunger in.
AVR B OOST OR AVR T RIM LED S LIGHT
AVR Boost or Trim LEDs light

Your system is experiencing excessive periods of low r high voltage.

| Have qualified service personnel check your facility for electrical problems. If the problem continues, contact the utility company for further assistance.
P ROBLEM AND P OSSIBLE C AUSE| S OLUTION
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UTILITY CIRCUIT BREAKER TRIPS
Utility circuit breaker trips during normal operation.| 100V models: In order to operate at the full VA rating of the 1500VA product, the supplied 15A plug must be replaced with a 20A plug. This change must be performed by qualified service personnel.
UPS OPERATES ON BATTERY ALTHOUGH NORMAL LINE VOLTAGE EXISTS
UPS input circuit breaker tripped.

Very high, low, or distorted line voltage. Inexpensive fuel powered generators can distort the voltage.

| Reduce the load on the UPS by unplugging equipment and resetting the circuit breaker (on the back of UPS) by pressing the plunger in.

Move the UPS to a different outlet on a different circuit. Test the input voltage with the utility voltage display (see below). If acceptable to the connected equipment, reduce the UPS sensitivity.

B ATTERY C HARGE AND B ATTERY L OAD LED S FLASH SIMULTANEOUSLY
UPS has shutdown.

The internal temperature of the UPS has exceeded the allowable threshold for safe operation.

| Check that the room temperature is within the specified limits for operation.

Check that the UPS is properly installed allowing for adequate ventilation.

Allow the UPS to cool down. Restart the UPS. If the problem continues contact APC by Schneider Electric at, www.apc.com/supoport.

D IAGNOSTIC U TILITY V OLTAGE F EATURE
Utility Voltage

| The UPS has a diagnostic feature that displays the utility voltage. Plug the UPS into the normal utility power.

Press and hold the    button to view the utility voltage bar graph display. After a few seconds the five-LED, Battery Charge,  , display on the right of the front panel shows the utility input voltage.

Refer to the figure at left for the voltage reading (values are not listed on the UPS).

The display indicates the voltage is between the displayed value on the list and the next higher value.

Three LEDs light, indicating utility voltage within the normal range.

If no LEDs are lit and the UPS is plugged into a working utility power outlet, the line voltage is extremely low.

If all five LEDs are lit, the line voltage is extremely high and should be checked by an electrician.

| The UPS starts a self-test as part of this procedure. The self-test does not affect the voltage display.

TRANSPORT AND SERVICE

Transport

1. Shut down and disconnect all connected equipment.
2. Disconnect the unit from utility power.
3. Disconnect all internal and external batteries (if applicable).
4. Follow the shipping instructions outlined in the Service section of this manual.

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 APC by Schneider Electric Customer Support through
   the APC by Schneider Electric web site, www.apc.com.

   • 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 and are available through the LCD display on select models.
   • Call 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#).
   • If the unit is under warranty, the repairs are free.
   • Service procedures and returns may vary internationally. Refer to the APC by Schneider Electric web site, www.apc.com for country specific instructions.

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

   • Note: When shipping within the United States, or to the United States always DISCONNECT ONE UPS BATTERY before shipping in compliance with U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and IATA regulations. The internal batteries may remain in the UPS.
   • Batteries may remain connected in the XBP during shipment. Not all units utilize XLBPs.

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

5. Return the unit by insured, prepaid carrier to the address provided by Customer Support.

LIMITED FACTORY WARRANTY

Schneider Electric IT Corporation (SEIT), 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 SEIT obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing, at its own sole option, any such defective products. Repair or replacement of a defective product or parts 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. SEIT 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 SEIT recommendations or specifications. Further, SEIT 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, or 6) theft. In no event shall SEIT have any liability under this warranty for any product where the serial number has been altered, defaced, or removed.
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. SEIT DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTION AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SEIT EXPRESS WARRANTIES WILL NOT BE ENLARGED, DIMINISHED, OR AFFECTED BY AND NO OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY WILL ARISE OUT OF, SEIT 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 SEIT SOLE LIABILITY AND PURCHASER EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF SUCH WARRANTIES. SEIT WARRANTIES EXTEND ONLY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND ARE NOT EXTENDED TO ANY THIRD PARTIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL SEIT, 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 SEIT HAS BEEN ADVISED IN ADVANCE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SPECIFICALLY, SEIT 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. NOTHING IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL SEEK TO EXCLUDE OR LIMIT SEIT LIABILITY FOR DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY RESULTING FROM ITS NEGLIGENCE OR ITS FRAUDULENT MISREPRESENTATION OF TO THE EXTENT THAT IT CANNOT BE EXCLUDED OR LIMITED BY APPLICABLE LAW.
To obtain service under warranty you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number from customer support. Customers with warranty claims issues may access the SEIT worldwide customer support network through the APC 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. Products must be returned with transportation charges prepaid and must be accompanied by a brief description of the problem encountered and proof of date and place of purchase.

APC by Schneider Electric Worldwide Customer Support
Customer support for this or any other APC by Schneider Electric product is available at no charge in any of the following ways:

• Visit the APC by Schneider Electric web site, www.apc.com to access documents in the APC Knowledge Base and to submit customer support requests.
  • www.apc.com (Corporate Headquarters) Connect to localized APC by Schneider Electric web site for specific countries, each of which provides customer support information.
  • www.apc.com/support/ Global support searching APC Knowledge Base and using e-support.
• Contact the APC by Schneider Electric Customer Support Center by telephone or e-mail.
  • Local, country specific centers: go to www.apc.com/support/contact for contact information.
  • For information on how to obtain local customer support, contact the APC by Schneider Electric representative or other distributor from whom you purchased your APC by Schneider Electric product.

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