Tripp-Lite UPS Unit and Battery Installation Guide

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Aug 19, 2024
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Overview

Maintaining an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) device is crucial due to its average lifespan ranging from 3 to 5 years with daily usage. This document is meant to guide the user through the installation of the Tripp-Lite unit in a V2 cabinet and the internal battery of the Tripp-Lite SMARTPRO500 UPS.

Disconnect any electrical device from power before performing any work on the device. It is recommended that the instructions contained herein be performed by individuals who are qualified to perform these tasks. Card Concepts Inc. takes no responsibility for any damage that may occur to target equipment. CCI Technical Support recommends using all appropriate safety equipment (such as hand and eye protection) during execution of the instructions below.

Replacing the Tripp-Lite UPS unit

STOP!

Before replacing this device, verify that the "surge" outlet provides power. If so, only the rechargeable battery inside the device needs to be replaced.

Required hardware

Part IDDescriptionImage
C-1040

Tripp Lite Smart PRO 500VA

Recommended tools and supplies (not included)

  • P2 Philips head screwdriver.

Step-by-step guide

Step 1 - Shutting down the computer

  1. Refer to LaundryCard: Proper Reboot and Shutdown Procedures. Shutdown the computer in the X-Changer that requires the replacement hardware according the the instructions contained therein.

Step 2 - Locating the Tripp-Lite and verifying hardware configuration

  1. Locate the Tripp-Lite UPS (highlighted in red, alternate configurations shown side by side).

    1. Some X-Changer cabinets (shown on the left, below) contain multiple Tripp-Lite devices, but will only contain one Tripp-Lite UPS (also known as a battery backup, outlined in red).

Multiple Tripp Lite Configuration
EPC Configuration

Step 3 - Powering down the UPS

  1. Locate the power button on the front of the Tripp-Lite UPS.

  2. If the status lights above the power button are lit green, hold down the power button (circled in red) until the unit powers off.

  3. Go to the back of the unit and disconnect all cables connected to the UPS. These cables can then be temporarily routed to a surge protector to keep the X-Changer powered on, if necessary.

  4. Disconnect the UPS unit from the wall receptacle.

Step 4 - Removing the Tripp-Lite UPS from the mounting rack

CCI Technical Support recommends taking a picture or labeling the cables before unplugging and remove the units. This is extremely important because different outlets in the Tripp-Lite UPS provide different functionality.

Removing the Control Head

  1. Working from top-to-bottom, make note of all locations of cables and then unplug all cables from the Control Head. (Take a picture of the cabling if necessary.)

  2. Unplug the power cord from the back of the Control Head.

  3. Remove the four screws from the Control Head unit. (Front side of the cabinet as seen below.)

  4. Pull the Control Head unit out of the cabinet, tilting at an angle as necessary not to hit the cabinet door hinge.

Removing the Tripp-Lite surge protectors/EPC device

  1. Make note of the locations of all the cabling on the Tripp-Lite surge protectors/EPC device, again taking a picture if necessary (Surge Protectors - top picture below/ EPC Device - bottom picture below).

  2. Unplug all of the cables from the Tripp-Lite surge protectors/EPC device.

  3. Remove the 8 screws from the Tripp-Lite Surge protectors, the top two devices above the Tripp-Lite battery. If an EPC is used, there will only be 4 screws to remove.

  4. Pull out the surge protectors (Or EPC unit) from the cabinet. You may need to tilt them at an angle to remove the units from the cabinet.

Removing the Tripp-Lite UPS unit

  1. Make note of the Tripp-Lite battery cabling locations. 

  2. Unplug the cables.

  3. Locate and remove the four mounting screws attaching the Tripp-Lite UPS to the mounting rack.

  4. Set screws aside for mounting the replacement unit.

  5. Tilt the battery unit at an angle in order to remove it from the cabinet.

Removing the Tripp-Lite UPS unit

  1. Locate and remove the four mounting screws attaching the Tripp-Lite UPS to the mounting rack.

  2. Set screws aside for mounting the replacement unit.

  3. Carefully pull the Tripp-Lite UPS unit forward until it is free of the mounting rack.

Step 5 - Installing The Replacement Unit

Installing the new Tripp-Lite UPS unit

  1. Starting from the bottom of the cabinet to the top, carefully insert the Tripp-Lite UPS unit into the cabinet, slightly tilting the unit to clear the metal frame.

  2. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, mount the unit to the rack using the screws previously set aside.

  3. Reconnect the cables that were previously disconnected, or wait until all units are reinstalled and then reconnect all of the cables.

Installing the Tripp-Lite surge protectors/EPC device

  1. Reinstall each of the Tripp-Lite surge protectors (or EPC unit) after installing the Tripp-Lite UPS.

  2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, mount the surge protectors to the rack using the screws previously set aside for the units.

  3. Reconnect the cables to the surge protectors, (or EPC unit) or wait until all units are reinstalled.

Installing the Control Head

  1. Reinstall the Control Head.

  2. Using the Phillips screwdriver, mount the Control Head to the rack using the screws previously set aside for the unit.

  3. Reconnect the power cable to the Control Head, and the rest of the cables to the battery and surge protectors, if not done previously. Refer to the Tripp-Lite UPS Battery Setup and Reference to view the cabling diagrams for each cabinet.

Installing the Tripp-Lite UPS unit

  1. Carefully insert the Tripp-Lite UPS unit into the cabinet until it is seated in the mounting rack. Tilting may be necessary.

  2. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, mount the screws to attach the Tripp-Lite UPS to the mounting rack (marked with arrows below).

  3. Reconnect all of the cables to each unit, if any other cables were disconnected. Refer to the Tripp-Lite UPS Battery Setup and Reference to view the cabling diagrams for each cabinet.

Step 6 - Powering on the Tripp-Lite UPS

  1. Press and hold the "ON/OFF/STANDBY" button until the UPS powers back on.

  2. Check the Tripp-Lite UPS status lights on the front panel of the unit.

  3. The battery light is amber-colored it will change to green when battery is fully charged in approximately 24-48 hours.

  4. If the voltage light (circled in red, below) is not on, hold the power button for several seconds until the unit powers on.

  5. Verify your system boots.

Replacing the Tripp-Lite UPS battery pack

Required hardware

Part IDDescriptionImage
C-1040-RB

Tripp Lite Smart PRO 500VA

Recommended tools and supplies (not included)

  • P1 Philips head screwdriver.

Step-by-step guide

Step 1 - Shutting down the computer

  1. Refer to LaundryCard: Proper Reboot and Shutdown Procedures. Shutdown the computer in the X-Changer that requires the replacement hardware according the the instructions contained therein.

Step 2 - Locating the Tripp-Lite and verifying hardware configuration

  1. Locate the Tripp-Lite UPS (highlighted in red, alternate configurations shown side by side).

    1. Some X-Changer cabinets (shown on the left, below) contain multiple Tripp-Lite devices, but will only contain one Tripp-Lite UPS (also known as a battery backup, outlined in red).

Step 3 - Powering down the UPS

  1. Locate the power button on the front of the Tripp-Lite UPS.

  2. If the status lights above the power button are lit green, hold down the power button (circled in red) until the unit powers off.

  3. Go to the back of the unit and disconnect all cables connected to the UPS. These cables can then be temporarily routed to a surge protector.

  4. Disconnect the UPS unit from the wall receptacle.

Step 4 - Removing the existing battery

  1. Locate and remove the four screws (set aside for later) on the Tripp-Lite UPS front panel (circled in red, below).

  2. Gently lift the panel away from the unit and set it aside, take care not to pull on the attached ribbon cable too far.

  3. Locate the existing battery and disconnect the battery harness from the Tripp-Lite UPS (shown disconnected, below).

Step 5 - Installing The Replacement Battery

  1. Slide the replacement battery into the battery slot in the same configuration as the old battery.

  2. Carefully reconnect the replacement battery harness to the Tripp-Lite UPS.

  3. Re-attach the front panel. Take care not to pinch the ribbon cable.

Step 6 - Powering On The Tripp-Lite UPS

  1. Reconnect the Tripp-Lite UPS power cable to the wall outlet.

  2. If the status lights on the front panel are not lit green, hold the power button until the unit powers on.

    1. Battery light may remain amber colored until battery achieves full charge (24-48 hours).

  3.  Reconnect all of the cables to each unit, if any other cables were disconnected. Refer to the Tripp-Lite UPS Battery Setup and Reference to view the cabling diagrams for each cabinet.

 

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