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How to Setup a New APC Battery Backup Unit

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  1. Open the box.

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  1. Remove the AC cord from the cardboard packing and lay it outside the box in the upper right hand corner.

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  1. Remove the top cardboard shipping piece from the box.

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  1. Remove the new battery backup unit from the box.

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  1. Remove the new battery backup unit from the bag.

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  1. Flip the new battery backup unit onto its top side.

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  1. Depress the two plastic tabs on the battery cover and pull the battery cover towards you.

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  1. Remove the battery cover and put it to the side.

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  1. Lay the new battery backup unit on its side and gently slide the battery towards you.

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  1. Lay the battery down right side up and then remove the red positive battery cable from the side of the unit.

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  1. Take the red positive battery cable and connect it to the red positive battery terminal on the battery. *** Please note that there will be a small spark ***

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  1. Lay the battery back down on its side and gently insert it into the battery backup unit.

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  1. Make sure that the battery is flush with the unit and is seated properly.

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  1. Flip the new battery backup unit on its face.

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  1. Reinsert the battery cover and press it forward until it locks into place.

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  1. Now the battery cover is back into place.

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  1. Flip the new battery backup unit right side up.

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  1. Plug the AC cord into an electrical outlet.

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  1. Press and hold the circular power button for about 5 seconds until the status light turns solid green.

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  1. You can now remove the yellow sticker and plug your devices into the battery backup/surge protection or surge protection only outlets as needed. 

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