Panamax BATT1500-EXT Manual - Page 3

Features Descriptions Important Safety Instructions AVM Automatic Over & Under Voltage Protection Panamax's power monitoring circuitry constantly monitors the AC line voltage for unsafe voltage conditions such as momentary spikes or prolonged over-voltages and under-voltages (brownouts). These unsafe conditions pose a very dangerous threat to all electronic equipment within the home. If the MB1500 senses an unsafe power condition, it will automatically disconnect your equipment from the power to protect equipment from damage. When MB1500 disconnects from the power, the Battery Backup Outlets are switched to battery power. (Please read prior to installation) This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the MB1500 and batteries. Please read and follow all instructions carefully during installation and operation of the unit. Read this manual thoroughly before attempting to unpack, install, or operate. CAUTION! The MB1500 must be connected to an AC power outlet with fuse or circuit breaker protection. When subjected to a 6,000V (open circuit voltage) / 3,000A (short circuit current) surge, the MB1500 limits its voltage output to less than 330V peak, UL's lowest rating. The MB1500 will withstand, without damage, 10,000A surges, far exceeding the UL requirement of only 3000 Ampere surges. PROTECT OR DISCONNECT If the magnitude of the surge is greater than the capacity of the surge protection components, the MB1500's Protect or Disconnect Circuitry will disconnect your equipment in order to protect it. The MB1500 will need to be repaired or replaced by Panamax if this occurs within the 3 yr. product warranty. LIFT (LINEAR FILTERING TECHNOLOGY) Unfortunately, traditional AC power conditioners have been designed for unrealistic laboratory conditions. Prior technologies, whether multiple-pole or conventional series-mode filters, could actually harm audio and video performance more than they help, due to the resonant peaking of their antiquated, non-linear designs. Under certain conditions, these designs can actually add more than 10 dB of noise to the incoming AC line! Worse still, lost digital data, the need to reboot digital presets, or destruction of sensitive digital converters are frequently caused by excessive voltage spikes and AC noise contaminating the equipment ground. Panamax's LiFT takes a different approach, ensuring optimal performance through linear AC noise filtering with no ground contamination. DO NOT plug the machine into an outlet that is not grounded, or; without GFCI protection if it is plugged into an isolation transformer. If you need to de-energize this equipment, turn off and unplug the MB1500. CAUTION! DO NOT USE FOR MEDICAL OR LIFE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT! Panamax does not sell products for life support or medical applications. DO NOT use in any circumstance that would affect operation or safety of any life support equipment, with any medical applications, or patient care. CAUTION! The battery can energize hazardous live parts inside even when the AC input power is disconnected. CAUTION! To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock install in a temperature and humidity controlled indoor area, free of conductive contaminants. (Please see specifications for acceptable temperature and humidity range). CAUTION! To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user serviceable parts inside. (only qualified service professionals should replace the battery pack). CAUTION! To avoid electrical shock, turn off the unit and unplug it from the AC power source before installing a component. CAUTION! DO NOT USE WITH OR NEAR AQUARIUMS! To reduce the risk of fire, do not use with or near aquariums. Condensation from the aquarium can come in contact with metal current contacts and cause the machine to short out. NOTE: AC Power management devices, such as a UPS, have certain limitations with regard to reactive loads and wattage. The MB1500 has a handling capacity of 1500VA or approximately 7.5 amps. Excessive power consumption beyond these specifications can affect battery life and performance. BEFORE MOUNTING INTO RACK PLEASE READ - Important Rack Mounting Options OPTION 1 - FOR FLUSH MOUNT TO MOUNT PRODUCT IN A FLUSH POSITION IN RELATIONSHIP WITH THE RACK, USE THE HOLES AS INDICATED BELOW. IMPORTANT NOTE! PRODUCT MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE RACK TO GET ACCESS TO RELEASE CLIPS. OPTION 2 - TO MOUNT FOR EASY FRONT PANEL REMOVAL FOR ACCESS TO RELEASE CLIPS USE THE HOLES AS INDICATED BELOW. TO REMOVE FRONT PANEL REMOVE SIDE PANEL PLATES FROM BOTH ENDS, AND PUSH UP THE TWO LATCH MECHANISMS AND PULL OUT TO REMOVE FRONT PANEL. FRONT PANEL POWER FLUSH FRONT FRONT PANEL POWER SIDE PANEL ACCESSIBILITY 1 SIDE PANEL PLATE FRONT PANEL POWER LATCH MECHANISM