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Back-UPS Pro 1300/1500 Installation and
Operation
Inventory Safety
Do not install the Back-UPS in direct
sunlight, in excessive heat,
humidity, or in contact with fluids.
Connect the battery
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Install PowerChute Personal Edition Software
APC PowerChute Personal Edition software provides automatic file saving and
shutdown of your computer in the event of a power failure. Use the cable supplied with
the Back-UPS to connect the data port on the Back-UPS to the USB port on your
compu
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Connect the equipment Battery Backup and Surge Protected outlets When the Back-UPS is receiving input power, the Battery Backup with Surge Protection outlets will supply power to connected equipment. During a power outage or other utility problems, the Battery Backup outlets receive power for a limited time from the Back-UPS. Connect equipment such as printers, fax machines, scanners, or other peripherals that do not need battery backup power to the Surge Protection Only outlets. These
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Operation Power-Saving Function To conserve electricity, configure the Back-UPS to recognize a Master device, such as a desktop computer or an A/V receiver, and Controlled peripheral devices, such as a printer, speakers, or a scanner. When the Master device goes into Sleep or Standby mode, or is switched OFF, the Controlled device(s) will be switched off as well, saving electricity. Enable the Power-Saving function. Press and hold MUTE and DISPLAY simultaneously for two seconds. The Back-UPS
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Front Panel Buttons and Display Interface Use the three buttons on the front panel of the Back-UPS and the display interface to configure the Back-UPS. Front panel Mute button Power On/Off button Display button Display interface On Line—The Back-UPS is supplying conditioned utility power to connected equipment Power-Saving—Master and Controlled outlets are enabled, saving power when the master device goes into sleep or standby mode Load Capacity—The load is indicated by the number of se
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Warnings and System Faults Audible Warnings Back-UPS is running on battery. You should consider saving any work in progress. Four Beeps Every 30 Seconds Low battery condition and battery run-time is very low. Promptly save any work in progress, exit Continuous Beeping all open applications, and shut down the operating system. Battery Backup outputs are overloaded. Continuous tone Battery fails the automatic diagnostic test and should be replaced. Chirps for 1 Minute every 5 hours Warning Icon
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Function Button Quick-Reference Timing UPS Function Button Description (seconds) Status Power Power On Press POWER to start receiving input utility power. If A/C input 0.2 Off power is not available, the Back-UPS will run on battery power. Power Off The Back-UPS is not receiving input utility power, but is providing 2On surge protection. Display Status Inquiry Verify the status or condition of the Back-UPS. The LCD will 0.2 On illuminate for 60 seconds. Full-Time/Power- The LCD will illumin
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Back-UPS will not switch on. The Back-UPS is not connected to utility Ensure that the Back-UPS is securely connected power. to an AC outlet. The circuit breaker has been tripped. Disconnect non-essential equipment from the Back-UPS. Reset the circuit breaker. Re-connect equipment one item at a time. If the circuit breaker is tripped again, disconnect the device that caused the trip. The internal battery is not connected. Connect the b
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Specifications Replacement Battery t The battery cartridge typically lasts 3 to 6 years, a VA 1300 VA / 1500 VA shorter period if subjected to frequent outages or Maximum Load elevated temperatures. For the BR1300G or 780 W / 865 W BR1500G, order part APCRBC124. Please recycle Nominal Input Voltage 120 V spent battery cartridges. Online Input Voltage Range 88 - 139V Service (94-107) +11.5% Automatic Voltage Regulation If the Back-UPS arrived damaged, notify the (126-141) -11/5% carrier. Fre
