7. Warehousing and Dismantling
7.1
Warehousing
The UPS can be stored in an environment with a room temperature between -20°C (-4°F) and +50°C
(+122°F) and humidity less than 90% (not condensing).
However, it is recommended to store the UPS in an environment with a room temperature between
+20°C (+68°F) and +25°C (+77°F) to preserve the battery life.
The battery installed inside the UPS is lead/acid sealed and does not require maintenance (VRLA). The
battery should be charged for 8 hours every 3 months by connecting the UPS to the mains supply socket.
Repeat this procedure every two months if the storage ambient temperature is above +25°C (+77°F).
INDICATION
The UPS must never be stored if batteries are partially or totally discharged.
LEGRAND is not liable for any damage or bad functioning caused to the UPS by wrong warehousing.
7.2
Dismantling
DANGER
Dismantling and disposal operations must be carried out only by a qualified electrician.
The instructions in this chapter are to be considered indicative: in every country there are different
regulations regarding the disposal of electronic or hazardous waste such as batteries. It is necessary to
strictly adhere to the standards in force in the country where the equipment is used.
Do not throw any component of the equipment in the ordinary rubbish.
7.2.1
Battery disposal
Batteries must be disposed of in a site intended for the recovery of toxic waste. Disposal
in the traditional rubbish is not allowed.
Apply to the competent agencies in your countries for the proper procedure.
WARNING
A battery may constitute a risk of electric shock and high short-circuit current.
When working on batteries, the prescriptions indicated in chapter 2 must be adhered to.
7.2.2
UPS dismantling
The dismantling of the UPS must occur after the dismantling of the various parts it consists of.
For the dismantling operations, it is necessary to wear Personal Protective
Sub-divide the components separating the metal from the plastic, from the copper and so on according
to the type of selective waste disposal in the country where the equipment is dismantled.
If the dismantled components must be stored before their disposal, be careful to keep them in a safe
place protected from atmospheric agents to avoid soil and groundwater contamination.
7.2.3
Electronic component dismantling
For the disposal of electronic waste, it is necessary to refer to the relevant standards.
This symbol indicates that in order to prevent any negative effects on the environment and
on people, this product should be disposed of separately from other household waste, by
taking it to authorised collection centres, in accordance with the EU countries local waste
disposal legislations. Disposing of the product without following local regulations may be
punished by law. It is recommended to check that this equipment subject to WEEE
legislations in the country where it is used.
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