Minuteman UPS XRT Series - Manual (Page 12)

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3. INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
Do not connect a laser printer to the UPS along with other
computer equipment unless the UPS is rated at 2000 VA or higher. A
laser printer periodically draws significantly more power than when idle,
and may overload the UPS. Verify that the UPS can support the loads
when the printer is in full operation (printing).
PROTECTION STRATEGIES
Minuteman UPS’s provide high quality protection from AC input power
line disturbances to your equipment. However, there are other potential
entry points for damaging surges in information systems. These include
serial ports (RS232, RS422, RS485, etc.), parallel ports (especially
printers not connected to the UPS), telephone lines and network
connections. These other entries must be considered in developing a
comprehensive system protection strategy. Contact your dealer or
Minuteman for information on a complete set of related products
designed to accomplish total system protection. There are some
guidelines listed below that will help in your installation, whether or not
secondary protection is available.
Verify that all electrical outlets are properly grounded.
Do not connect the UPS and protected equipment to the same electrical
service branch that heavy motor loads like air conditioners, copiers,
refrigerators, and heavy electrical machinery are on. Plug all power
protection and protected equipment into the same branch where
possible.
Follow the next steps to install your UPS.
INSTALLATION PLACEMENT
Select the location of the UPS and optional battery pack(s) with care and
use the following precautions:
Select a location that provides unrestricted air flow. It is important to
leave at least 2 inches of space between any object and the sides of the
UPS.