User Manual 
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•  Do not 
dispose 
of 
batteries 
in a fire. The 
batteries 
may   
 
explode.
 
•  Do not open or damage the battery cases. Released electrolyte is 
harmful to the skin and eyes and may be toxic. 
•  A battery can present a risk of electrical shock and high short-cir- 
cuit current. The following precautions should be observed when 
working on batteries: 
 
•  Remove watches, rings or other metal objects. 
•  Use tools with insulated handles. Do not lay tools or metal 
parts on top of batteries. 
 
 
This UPS is equipped with internal batteries. The user can replace the 
batteries without shutting down the UPS or connected loads (hot-swap- 
pable battery design). Replacement is a safe procedure - isolated from 
electrical hazards. 
 
 
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Consider all warnings, cautions, and notes before replacing batteries. 
 
 
•  The load attached to the UPS will not be protected against loss of 
input power during this procedure. 
•  The battery pack is heavy. Use two hands when removing pack 
from unit. 
•  The battery packs for the UPS-17302-60R are not user replace- 
able. Contact technical support to arrange for maintenance and 
battery replacement. 
 
 
To replace internal batteries: 
 
 
1.   Place the UPS in bypass mode. 
2.   
Place 
fingers  on the  left-hand side  of the  front cover  and  pull 
forward until the left side of the front cover “snaps” out of position. 
Remove the left side of the front cover and place it in a safe place. 
Refer  to the  following figure: