APC 2000 XL - Manual
The Installation Manual for the APC Smart-UPS X series covers essential setup procedures, emphasizing safety and proper electrical integration. Key topics include adherence to electrical codes, safe handling of components like battery packs and mounting hardware, and configurations for both tower and rack-mount installations–highlighting ventilation, grounding, and connectivity requirements. The guide also addresses specific models (2000 VA/3000 VA) with front/rear panel features and wiring diagrams for power and network management.
Table of Contents:
- Page 1 – Safety Guidelines for Installation
- Page 2 – Included Components for Smart-UPS X Series
- Page 3 – Smart-UPS X Product Overview
- Page 4 – Battery Removal Procedure
- Page 5 – Tower Mounting Configuration
- Page 6 – Conversion to Rack-Mount Configuration
- Page 7 – Two-Post Rack Installation
- Page 8 – Four-Post Rack Installation and Configuration
- Page 9 – Electrical Connection Safety
- Page 10 – Energy Efficiency and Copyright Information
Installation Guide Smart-UPS
™
X
2000/2200/3000 XL Tower/Rack-Mount 4U
Important Safety Messages
Read the instructions carefully to become familiar with the equipment before trying to install, operate,
service or maintain it. The following special messages may appear throughout this manual 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 a Caution product safety label indicates that a hazard exists that can result in
injury and product damage if the instructions are not followed.
The following safety messages may appear throughout this manual to warn of potential hazards.
Safety and General Information
Inspect the package contents upon receipt. Notify the carrier and dealer if there is any
damage.
Read the Safety Guide supplied with this unit before installing the UPS.
• Adhere to all local and national electrical codes.
• This UPS is intended for indoor use only.
• Do not operate this UPS in direct sunlight, in contact with fluids, or where there is excessive dust or
humidity.
• Be sure the air vents on the UPS are not blocked. Allow adequate space for proper ventilation.
• The battery typically lasts for two to five years. Environmental factors impact battery life. Elevated
ambient temperatures, poor quality utility power, and frequent short duration discharges will shorten
battery life.
• Connect the UPS power cable directly to a wall outlet. Do not use surge protectors or extension cords.
• The batteries are heavy. Remove the batteries prior to installing the UPS in a rack.
• Always install external battery packs (XLBPs) at the bottom of the rack. The UPS must be installed
above the XLBPs.
• The UPS display interface will recognize as many as 10 external battery packs connected to the UPS.
However there is no limit to the number of XLBPs that can be used with the UPS.
• Refer to
Specifications
in the Operation manual for UPS and battery weight.
CAUTION
CAUTION
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
can result in
equipment damage and minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
can result in
equipment damage.
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About this manual
- Brand
- APC
- Model
- 2000 XL
- Document type
- Manual
- Language(s)
- English
- Pages
- 10
- File size
- 583.3 KB
- Format
Summary
Safety messages, caution symbols, and general guidelines for installation, including adherence to electrical codes, environmental requirements, ventilation, and handling external battery packs.
List of included hardware components such as rail cleats, screws, mounting brackets, cables, and software CDs required for tower and rack-mount installations, including items for high-voltage models.
Features of the Smart-UPS X 2000/2200/3000 VA XL Tower/Rack-Mount 4U unit, detailing front panel indicators, LCD screen, control keys, and rear power inputs and connectivity ports.
