APC BE550MC User Manual

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990-4217
03/2010
User Manual Back-UPS BE550MC 
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Specifications
This unit is intended for indoor use only. 
Do not operate this unit in direct sunlight, in contact with fluids, or 
where there is excessive dust or humidity.
Connect the Back-UPS power cord directly into a wall outlet.
Do not use a surge protector or an extension cord.
Input
Voltage
120 Vrms nominal
Frequency
60 Hz ± 3
Brownout transfer
92 Vrms typical
Over-voltage transfer
139 Vrms typical
Output
Total Amperage (8 outlets)
12 A (including UPS output)
Voltage - On Battery
115 Vrms ± 8% (step-approximated sine wave)
Frequency - On Battery
60 Hz ± 1 Hz
Transfer time
6 ms typical, 10 ms maximum
Protection and 
Filter
Utility power surge protection
Always on, 340 Joules
Modem/Phone/FAX surge protection
Single line, 2-wire
EMI/RFI filter
Always on
Utility input
Resettable circuit breaker
Battery
Type
Sealed, maintenance-free lead-acid
Average life
3-5 years depending on the number of discharge cycles 
and environmental temperature
Physical
Net weight
5.4 kg (12 lb)
Dimensions H x W x D
28 cm x 18 cm x 9 cm (11 in x 7 in x 3 in)
Operating temperature
0º C to 40º C (32º F to 104º F)
Storage temperature
–5º C to 45º C (5º F to 113º F)
Operating relative humidity
0 to 95% non-condensing
Operating elevation
0 to 3,000 m (0 to 10,000 ft)
EMC compliance
Notice: This device complies with part 68 and part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device 
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
"Locate the label on the bottom of this device that contains, among other information, the FCC 
registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this device. If requested, this 
information must be provided to the telephone company."
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