APC Smart-UPS
®
RT SURTA48XLBP/SURTA48XLBPJ
External Battery Pack User Manual
Introduction/Before Installation
About this Manual
The APC Smart-UPS
®
RT external battery pack (SURTA48XLBP or SURTA48XLBPJ) connects to
the APC Smart-UPS RT uninterruptible power supply (SURTA1500XL and SURTA2000XL, or
SURTA1500XLJ). Together these units provide extended protection against blackouts, brownouts,
sags and surges reaching your computers, servers, and other sensitive electronic equipment.
Illustrations are representative. Your configuration, including components and optional APC equip-
ment, may be different from the models shown in this manual. The user manual is accessible from the
supplied CD and the APC Web site, www.apc.com.
Contact Information
Refer to www.apc.com to contact APC or for additional information about this product.
Safety Information
Unpacking and Equipment Placement
1. Unpack the equipment. The packaging is recyclable; save it for reuse or dispose of it properly.
2. Inspect the equipment upon receipt. Notify the carrier and dealer if there is damage.
3. Check the package contents:
– the battery pack and front bezel
– a literature kit containing user manual, two clips, two stabilizing foot extensions with
hardware, product documentation, warranty documentation, and safety information.
Warning
Read the Safety Guide before you begin the installation, operate the battery pack,
or perform equipment maintenance. Failure to comply with safety instructions
could result in bodily injury or equipment damage.
To lighten the load, remove battery modules before installing equipment, or when
transporting the equipment to another location.
Heavy
The equipment is heavy. Two people are required to lift the UPS or battery pack.
Select a location sturdy enough to handle the weight of the equipment.
Note
The battery pack is shipped with the battery modules installed. Battery modules are
shipped DISCONNECTED to be in compliance with U.S. Department of
Transportation (DOT) regulations.