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Back-UPS
®
RS BR1200 BI-BR
Connect Battery
For your security, Back-UPS RS is provided with the battery cable disconnected. The UPS only will work after the cable is connected to the battery terminal.
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Connect the Equipment
The AP9937 Communication Kit can be purchased at any APC dealer or local dealer.
New package battery can be bought from your local dealer. Hold your Back-UPS RS model
number that can be found on rear part of the equipment. Use always APC certified batteries.
Note: UPS detailed specifications are available on www.apc.com/br.
Please DO NOT RETURN Back-UPS RS to the place of purchase
under any circumstances.
990-2767 Rev5 Copyright © 2006 American Power Conversion Corp. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
APC, Back-UPS and PowerChute are registered trademarks of American Power Conversion Corp.
Battery must be recycled. Please delivery spent batteries
on APC reseller.
The Back-UPS RS indicates operating status using a combination of audible
and visual indicators (leds). Refer to the “Troubleshooting”
section to get further information.
1 – Power LED
2 – Tension adjustment LED
3 – Overloaded/verify LED
4 – Power switch
5 – 220V Circuit breaker
6 – 110V Circuit breaker
7 – Power cable
8 - Data Port
9 - Modem / Phone / Fax Port
10 -Wall Outlet
Frontal Rear
Place the Back-UPS to avoid:
- Direct sunlight;
- Excessive heat;
- Excessive humidity or contact with fluids.
If you want to use the management function of your Back-UPS, you shall acquire the
communication kit (part number AP9937).
The supplied cable and software provide automatic file saving and shutdown of the
operating system in the case of a sustained power outage.
If you have the communication kit, connect the interface cable to the data port at the
Back-UPS rear and the other end of the cable to the USB port of your computer.
Connect Fax / modem (ADSL) / phone
Back-UPS RS protects a single line (2-wire) fax, modem or phone from surges when it is
connected through the Back-UPS RS as shown.
These outlets are powered whenever the Back-UPS RS is switched ON. During a power outage
or other utility problems (brownouts,
over-voltages), these outlets will be
powered for a limited time by the
Back-UPS RS. Plug your computer,
monitor, and one other data-sensitive
device (external disk or tape drive)
into these outlets.
Switch on your Back-UPS RS
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Replacing the battery
Warranty
How to buy a AP9937 Communication Kit
How to order replacement battery
Service
APC Contact Information
Problem Possible Cause
Operation indication
Legend:
Back-UPS RS do not switch on.
Use the table below to solve minor Back-UPS RS installation or operation problems.
Consult APC on-line support or call APC Technical Support for assistance with problems
that cannot be resolved using the table below.
Equipment is connected
to power
Back-UPS beep 4 times
every 30 seconds
The power indicator is on and
Back-UPS RS is buzzing with
continuous and short tones.
The overload/verify battery
indicator flashes and
Back-UPS RS buzzes with
continuous and short tones.
Surge capacity (8 outlets)
Voltage on battery
Frequency on battery
Transfer time
AC surge protection (Full time)
Telephone surge protection
EMI/RFI filter
UPS for overload protection
Circuit breaker resettable of AC input
Battery type
Average life
Recharge time
Net weight
Size (HxWxD)
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Operating relative humidity
Operating elevation
Input nominal voltage and
adjustment range
Output voltage and adjustment range
Nominal power
12 Amps (including outlet UPS)
115 Vac ms+/- 6%
60 Hz+/- 1Hz
5 ms typical
450 joules
1 line (2 wires)
Full time
UPS automatically shuts down
if exceeds 110% of evaluated nominal
7A(22AV) / 15 A(115v)
Sealed, maintenance-free lead acid
2 to 4 years, depending on number of
discharge cycles and enviromental temperature.
Usually 12 hours, maximum of 16 hours
33 lb
15,0 kg
7.87x6.50x13.0 inch
20.0x16.5x33.0 cm
+32º to 104ºF
0º to 40ºC
+5º to 113ºF
15º to 45ºC
0 to 95% non-condensing
0 to 10000 feet
0 to 3000m
86 – 149 Vac (115V)
170-260Vac(220V)
115V+/-6%
1200VA / 600 W
Battery is disconnected and/or Unit is not connected
to the power source.
Circuit suit is tripped off
Back-UPS is heavily loaded.
PowerChute Personal Edition software executed
UPS automatic shutdown
Back-UPS RS discharged available power
of your battery.
Equipment does not accept sinusoidal waves
because of UPS approximation.
Back-UPS is using the battery to provide
power to connected equipment.
UPS is overloaded
Unit could be not correctly connected.
Batteries must be charged.
Battery has reached the end of its useful life.
Corrective Action
Connect the battery (Consult Connect the Battery section) and ensure
that is connected on ac outlet.
Reduce number of equipment connected to UPS outlets.
Retrip the circuit breaker, pushing in it.
Ensure the equipment switched on UPS outlets are not overloading its capacity.
Disconnect some equipment if necessary.
It is a regular operation. Reset software.
Back-UPS only can run with battery power during a limited period.
UPS will be shutdown when available battery power is totally empty.
Recharge for 12 hour before continue to use them. Batteries are recharged
when the UPS is connected to power source.
The Back-UPS battery wave outs were designed for computers and peripherals,
not for equipment with motor.
Back-UPS is using the battery to provide power to connected equipment.
UPS is regularly working. You have to save your documents, shutdown
your equipment and the UPS. When the power supply regularly return on,
you can restart the UPS and your equipment.
Disconnect non-essential equipment
Consult “Connect the Battery” section.
Recharge UPS, at least, 12 hours. Restarting the UPS, an automatic test will be run.
If the overload/verify battery indicator still flashing and beeping a continuous and
short tons after the automatic test, batteries must be replaced.
1 Press the lock that is under the UPS
and pull the bezel by the bottom.
1
Disconnect the central wires and the protection
fuses from battery terminals.
2
Remove battery package from the product and
replace it. UPS is supplying battery power to
the load connected to the Battery outlets.
5
Reconnect all cables in the inverse order of
disassembling. Engage the metal cap and
screw it again. Engage the plastic panel superior
part and press it softly on rear until it locks.
6
Disconnect the battery and, then, unscrew
the frontal metallic panel
3
Turn the cap down and remove it.
4
When Back-UPS indicates the need of replacing battery, you should order an APC certified battery pack and proceed as following described:
Indicación
Visual / Audible
Status
Definición
Online – Operation is normal
(Green indicator).
Voltage Regulation –
(Yellow indicator).
Overload –
(Red indicator)
Check battery
Led on.
Beeping 4 times every
30 seconds.
Beeping once every second.
Led on.
The utility power is on security levels.
UPS is running on battery mode and utility
power is not available at the power outlet.
UPS will shutdown in one minute.
The power from the utility power is above or
under the range specified for product.
UPS is automatically regulating voltage
for security levels.
ELed on, constant tone
Flashing once every
second.
UPS is overloaded: disconnect part
of the load connected.
The battery automatic test was not successfully
completed or battery is disconnected.
Consult “troubleshooting” section.
Press the lock that is under the UPS
and pull the bezel at the bottom.
1
Connect the battery cable to its terminal
(positive pole)
2
Engage the superior part of the panel in the
holes and gently push it till it locks.
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Item Specification
Battery Back-up plus Surge Protection
Data Port Modem
Phone / FAX
Wall
Outlet
Wall Outlet
Computer
USB port
Modem/Phone/Fax
The standard warranty is 2 years from the date of purchase. APC’s standard procedure is to replace
the original unit with a factory reconditioned unit. Customers who must have the original unit back
due to assigned asset tags and set depreciation schedules must declare such a need at first contact
with APC Technical Support. APC will ship the replacement unit once the defective unit is received
by the repair department or cross-ship upon the provision of a valid credit card number. The
customer pays for shipping to APC, and APC pays ground freight transportation costs back to the
customer.
1. Consult the “Troubleshooting section” to eliminate common problems.
2. Verify the battery is connected according to “Connect the Battery” and that the Circuit Breaker is not
tripped (see “Troubleshooting section”).
If you still have questions, please contact APC via www.apc.com/br or at one of the phone numbers
listed below.
3. Before contacting APC, please be sure to keep at hands the date purchased, UPS model, and serial
number (on rear part of unit).
4. If necessary, Technical Support Representative will issue a Return Material Authorization Number
(RMA#).
5. Pack the unit properly to avoid shipment damage. Never use foam beads for packaging. Damage
sustained in transit is not covered under warranty (insuring the package for full value is recom-
mended).
USA/Canada
Mexico
Brazil
Worldwide
Web Site
Online Technical Support
1.800.800.4272
+52.292.0253 / 52.292.0255
+0800.555.272
+1.401.789.5735
www.apc.com/br
http://support.apc.com
Press the ON/OFF switch to power the unit.
This will initiate an automatic test.
A single short beep and the green On-Line indicator confirms that Back-UPS is on
and ready to protect your equipments. The Back-UPS RS is on and ready to
provide protection.
The Back-UPS RS should charge for at least 12 hours to ensure sufficient runtime.
The unit is being charged whenever it is connected to utility power, whether the
unit is turned ON or OFF.
In case you have the AP9937 Communication Kit, install PowerChute Personal
Edition® software
To install the software, insert the CD-ROM into the drive and follow the on-screen
instructions. Refer to the software documentation to get further using instructions
and functionality.
Connected equipment out off
power.
NOTE: Small sparks may occur during battery connection.
Before connecting the battery, unplug the Back-UPS from wall outlet and also all equipement connected to the UPS. This is not a hot swap unit.
2) Press the top of the plastic panel
and twist the bottom part as shown
in the picture.
1) Press the lock that is
under the product.
Some resistance to
dismount the plastic
panel will be noticed.
This is normal.
2) Press the top of the plastic panel
and twist the bottom part as shown
in the picture.
1) Press the lock that is
under the product.
Some resistance to
dismount the plastic
panel will be noticed.
This is normal.
NOTE: Small sparks may occur during battery connection.
Before connecting the battery, unplug the Back-UPS from wall outlet and also all equipement connected to the UPS. This is not a hot swap unit.