AEG Protect alpha. 1200 User manual

USER MANUAL
EN
Uninterruptible Power Supply
Protect alpha. 1200
Protect alpha.

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CONTENTS
1. Safety – caution ................................................................................. 3
2. Introduction ....................................................................................... 5
3. Trouble shooting................................................................................ 6
4. System description ............................................................................ 7
4.1. Inspection ......................................................................................................... 7
4.2. Charging ...........................................................................................................8
4.3. Placement.........................................................................................................8
4.4. Connection .......................................................................................................9
4.5. Turn On/Off ......................................................................................................9
4.6. DC-start............................................................................................................. 9
4.7. Green Power Function.....................................................................................9
5. Specification..................................................................................... 10
6. CE conformity .................................................................................. 11

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• This UPS utilizes voltages that may be hazardous. Do not attempt to
disassemble the unit. The unit contains no user serviceable parts.
Only qualified service personnel may perform repairs.
• Internal battery voltage is 24 V DC. Sealed, lead-acid, 6 cell battery – two pcs.
• Connection to any other type of socket other than a two-pole, three-wire
grounded socket may result in shock hazard as well as violating local
electrical codes.
• In the event of an emergency, press the OFF button and disconnect
the power cord from the AC power supply to properly disable the UPS.
• Do not allow liquids or any foreign object to enter the UPS. Do not place
beverages or any other liquid-containing vessels on or near the unit.
• The unit is intended for installation in a controlled environment
(temperature controlled, indoor area free of conductive contaminants).
• Avoid installing the UPS in locations where there is standing or running
water, or excessive humidity.
• Do not plug the UPS input into its own output.
• Do not attach a power strip or surge suppressor to the UPS.
• Do not attach non-computer related items, such as medical equipment,
life-support equipment, microwave ovens, or vacuum cleaners to the UPS.
• To reduce the risk of overheating the UPS, do not cover the UPS’ cooling
vents and avoid exposing the unit to direct sunlight or installing the unit
near heat emitting appliances such as space heaters or furnaces.
• Unplug the UPS prior to cleaning and do not use liquid or spray detergent.
• Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode.
• Do not open or damage the battery or batteries. 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 circuit current.
• The following precautions should be observed when working on batteries:
1) Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects from hands.
2) Use tools with insulated handles.
3) Wear rubber gloves and boots.
4) Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
5) Disconnect charging source prior to connecting or disconnecting
battery terminals.
1. SAFETY – CAUTION

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• Servicing of batteries should be performed or supervised by personnel
trained in batteries and the required precautions. Keep unauthorized
personnel away from batteries.
• When replacing batteries, replace with the same number and type of sealed
lead-acid batteries. The maximum ambient temperature rating is 40°C.
• This pluggable type A equipment, with battery already installed by the
supplier, is operator installable and may be operated by non-technical users.
• During the installation of this equipment it should be assured that the
sum of the leakage currents of the UPS and the connected loads does
not exceed 3.5 mA.
• Attention, electric shock hazard. With disconnection of this unit from the
mains, hazardous voltage still may be accessible through the supply from
the battery. The battery supply should therefore be disconnected at the
positive and negative poles of the battery when maintenance or service
work inside the UPS is necessary.
• The mains socket outlet that supplies the UPS shall be installed near the
UPS and shall be easily accessible.

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2. INTRODUCTION
This UPS is specially designed for Personal Computer use and has multiple
functions. Its light weight, compact design fits perfectly to the limited working
environment. This line of UPS is equipped with boost and buck AVR to stabilize
input voltage range. It is also built-in with a DC-start function. This function
enables the UPS to be started without an AC power supply. Although it’s a
small UPS, the main features of the Protect alpha UPS are listed below:
• Microprocessor control guarantees high reliability
• Equipped with boost and buck AVR
• Green Power Function for energy saving
• DC-start function
• Auto-restart during AC recovery
• Compact size, light weight
• Provides AC overload protection

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3. TROUBLE SHOOTING
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
No LED display
on the front
panel
1. Battery weak 1. Charge battery for
up to 8 hours
2. Battery defective 2. Replace with the same
type of battery
3. Power switch is
not pressed
3. Press the power
switch again
Alarm buzzer
beeps continu-
ously when AC
supply is normal
Overload of the UPS Verify that the load matches
the UPS capability specified
in the specs
In event of
power failure,
back-up time
is shortened
1. Overload of the UPS 1. Remove some
non-critical load
2. Battery voltage is too low 2. Charge battery for 8 hours
or more
3. Battery defective due to
high temperature operation
environment, or improper
operation of battery
3. Replace with the same
type of battery
Mains normal
but LED is
flashing
Power cord is loose Reconnect the power cord
properly
If any abnormal situations occur that are not listed above, please call service
personnel immediately.

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4. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Front panel
1. Power switch
LED indicators:
2. Normal: Green
3. Battery mode: Yellow flashing
4. AC mode: Green
5. Fault mode: Red
Back panel
1. AC input
2. Output sockets
3. USB & RJ45 communication
4.1. INSPECTION
Remove the UPS from its packaging and inspect it for damage that may
have occurred during shipping. If any damage is discovered, repack the
unit and return it to the place of purchase.

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4.2. CHARGING
This unit is shipped from the factory with its internal battery fully charged,
however, some charge may be lost during shipping and the battery should
be recharged prior to use. Turn on the UPS, plug the unit into an appropriate
power supply and allow the UPS to charge fully by leaving it plugged in for
at least 6 hours with no load connected (i.e. no electrical devices such as
computers, monitors, etc.).
4.3. PLACEMENT
Install the UPS unit in any protected environment that provides adequate
airflow around the unit, and is free from excessive dust, corrosive fumes and
conductive contaminants. Do not operate your UPS in an environment where
the ambient temperature or humidity is high.
Locate the UPS at least 20 cm away from the monitor to avoid interference.

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4.4. CONNECTION
Plug the UPS into a 2-pole, 3-wire grounded socket. Then connect one
computer-related device into each of the power sockets supplied on the
back of the UPS.
4.5. TURN ON/OFF
To turn on the UPS unit, press the power switch lightly.
To turn off the UPS unit, press the power switch again.
4.6. DC-START
All Protect alpha.UPSs are equipped with DC-start. To start the UPS
when AC utility power is not available, simply press the power switch.
4.7. GREEN POWER FUNCTION
All Protect alpha.UPSs are equipped with Green Power Function. For saving
power and protecting the battery, the method of deep discharging protection
is adopted in inverter mode.

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5. SPECIFICATION
MODEL Protect alpha.1200
CAPACITY VA / W 1200 VA / 600 W
INPUT Voltage 120 V AC or 230 V AC
Voltage range 85 – 145 V AC or
170 – 280 V AC
OUTPUT Voltage
Voltage regulation
(battery mode)
±10 %
Frequency 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Frequency regulation ±1 Hz (battery mode)
Output waveform Modified sine wave
BATTERY Battery type 12 V 7 Ah x 2
Recharge time 6 hours to 90 % after complete
discharge
TRANSFER TIME Typical 4 – 8 ms
INDICATOR Normal Green LED
AC mode Green LED
Battery mode Yellow flashing LED
Fault mode Red LED
AUDIBLE ALARM Backup mode Sounding every 10 seconds
Low battery Sounding every 1 second
Overload Sounding every 0.5 seconds
Fault Continuously sounding
PROTECTION Full protection Discharge, overcharge,
and overload protection
PHYSICAL Dimension (mm) 365 (L) x 139 (W) x 195 (H)
WEIGHT Net weight 8.6 kg
ENVIRONMENT Operating environment 0 °C – 40 °C
Noise level Less than 40 dB
120 V AC or 230 V AC

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6. CE CONFORMITY

Protect alpha
1200 (IEC)
DEALER STAMP/SIGNATURE
MODEL:
SERIAL NUMBER:
PURCHASE DATE:
Emil-Siepmann-Str. 32
59581 Warstein-Belecke – Germany
Tel.: [phone] – Fax: [phone]
www.aegps.com
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