APC 120 V User Manual

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A/V J Type Power Conditioner and Battery Backup
General Information
Overview
The APC by Schneider Electric J Type Power Conditioner protects audio-video systems from power spikes 
and surges. The J Type has noise filter banks, which reduce electromagnetic interference to ensure the best 
picture and sound quality. The unit also provides clean and safe power to connected equipment in the event 
of a power outage.
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Safety
Electrical Hazard:
 
For indoor use only.
• Risk of electric shock. Do not plug into another relocatable power tap.
• Overloading. Do not overload the wall outlet where this device is being connected. Do not overload 
this device. Ensure the total load to this device does not exceed that which is listed in the Specifications 
section of this manual.
• Power. Ensure this device is connected to a properly grounded utility power source. Further ensure the 
device is plugged into a source providing the required 120 Vac. Do not use a plug adapter that defeats the 
ground pin on the utility power plug.
• Placement. Do not install this device on any unsteady surface. Do not install this device on any heat 
source.
• Water and Moisture. Do not use this product near any source of water, or in an environment where the 
relative humidity may exceed 95% (non-condensing)
• Polarization. This device has a polarized utility line plug having one grounding pin. This plug will only 
fit into the wall outlet in one orientation. This is a safety feature. Do not remove the round grounding pin.
• System Ground Terminal. The unit provides for the connection of grounding wires from all of your 
equipment to a central terminal lug. This ground connection eliminates ground loop problems; tie all 
component grounds to this screw to break any possible ground loops that can cause an audible noise.
• Servicing. There are no user-serviceable components within this device. Removal of the rear cover of 
this device may present a shock hazard, and/or void the warranty.
• Damage Requiring Service. If any type of damage occurs to this device, immediately disconnect it 
from the wall outlet. Notify APC Technical Support or Customer Service at once.