APC SUA1500US User Manual

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1.  Connect equipment to the UPS. Note:  Do not connect a laser printer to the UPS. A laser 
printer draws significantly more power than other types of equipment and may overload 
the UPS
2.  Add any optional accessories to the Smart-Slot. 
3.  Using a power cord, plug the UPS into a two-pole, three-wire, grounded receptacle only.  
Avoid using extension cords. 
100V/120V models:  The power cord is permanently attached to the rear panel of the UPS.  The 
INPUT plug is a NEMA 5-15P. 
230V models: The power cord is supplied by the customer.  Connect ground leads to the TVSS 
screw (optional).  To make the connection, loosen the screw and connect the surge suppression 
device’s ground lead.  Tighten the screw to secure the lead. 
4.  Turn on all connected equipment. To use the UPS as a master ON/OFF switch, be sure all con-
nected equipment is switched ON. The equipment will not be powered until the UPS is turned 
on. 
5.  To power up the UPS press the 
 button on the front panel.  
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The UPS charges its battery when it is connected to utility power. The battery charges to 
90% capacity during the first four hours of normal operation. Do not expect full battery run 
capability during this initial charge period. 
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120V Models: Check the site wiring fault LED located on the rear panel. It lights up if the 
UPS is plugged into an improperly wired utility power outlet. Refer to Troubleshooting in 
this manual. 
6.  For additional computer system security, install PowerChute
®
 Smart-UPS monitoring software. 
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Serial Port 
 
USB Port 
 
Power management software and interface kits can be used with the 
UPS. Use only interface kits supplied or approved by APC. 
 
Use an APC supplied cable to connect to the Serial Port. DO NOT use a stan-
dard serial interface cable since it is incompatible with the UPS connector. 
Both Serial and USB Ports are provided. They cannot be used simultaneously. 
TVSS Screw 
 
The UPS features a transient voltage surge-suppression (TVSS) screw for connect-
ing the ground lead on surge suppression devices such as telephone and network 
line protectors. 
When connecting grounding cable, disconnect the UPS from utility power. 
   
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