POWERTEC PT-1150LI UPS Line Interactive Instruction Manual

POWERTEC PT-1150LI UPS Line Interactive

Safety Instructions

• The UPS contains potentially hazardous voltage. Do not disable the unit.
• A qualified technician should proceed with all repairs and maintenance.
• The UPS is suitable for computers and POWERTEC PT-1150LI UPS Line Interactive electronic equipment with substantial rectifier or capacitive loads, but not suitable for electronic equipment with significant loads (motors, etc). It is not recommended to be used with medical equipment.
• Do not place the UPS under sunshine, near excessive humidity, or near dust and heat sources.
• Be sure to operate within the power rating of the UPS.
• It is recommended to be operated below 1/2 or 1/3 of the rated power.
• The unit should be supplied by a grounded source, near the equipment, and easily accessible.
• If the UPS is out of order, detach the power cord and contact a qualified technician.
• Do not plug the UPS’s power cord into itself.
• A qualified technician, in accordance with local electrical code, should perform the installation.

Features

• AVR technology (Automatic Voltage Regulation) for voltage stabilization
• Auto-restart while AC is recovering
• Simulated sine wave
• Cold start function
• Off-mode charging
• Microprocessor control guarantees high reliability
• Equipped with a boost and buck AVR to stabilize the utility voltage
• Over/low voltage, short circuit, and surge protection
• Charging method CCCV (constant current, constant voltage

Installation

The UPS must be installed in a protected environment POWERTEC PT-1150LI UPS Line Interactive with adequate air flow. Do not place UPS in an excessive moisture or heat environment.

Overview

Front panel

1. ON/OFF Switch
2. On-Line LED: AC normal
3. Back-Up LED: Battery in backup
4. Cut-Off LED: Overload or fault

Rear panel

1. AC Input
2. Back-up/AVR outlets

Operation

When UPS is connected to the city utility, but not powered on, UPS will charge the battery automatically, and the Green LED will flash every 2 seconds. Please press the main switch on the front panel for 1 second to turn on the UPS.

To turn off UPS when UPS is under AC mode, POWERTEC PT-1150LI UPS Line Interactive press the main switch on the front panel for 4 seconds. To turn off UPS when UPS is under battery mode, press the main switch, and UPS will shut down completely in 10 seconds.

UPS is designed with “Off-mode charging”, so UPS will charge the battery continuously when UPS  is under AC normal conditions. To power off the UPS completely, please disconnect the power cord from the city utility.

DC Start Press on the main switch for 1 second. When the city utility is blacked out, the UPS will turn on and then go to backup mode.

To turn off UPS, press the main switch for 4 seconds. If users want to turn on UPS again, wait for 10 seconds and then press the main switch for 1 second again.

When UPS is in battery mode and battery voltage is too high or too low, the buzzer will beep. The buzzer will beep twice every 8 seconds when the city’s utility is blacked out. To silence the alarm, please simply press the main switch. To restart the lamp, please press the main switch again.

Storage

The UPS is shipped from the factory with its internal battery fully charged;d, however, some charge may be depleted during shipment. So it is recommended to recharge the internal battery before installing the UPS. Plug the UPS into an appropriate power supply and allow the UPS to charge the internal battery fully by leaving it plugged in for at least 10 hours.

Extended Storage

Specifications

Basic Indications Tables

Troubleshooting

Customer Service

• Distributed by: Electus Distribution Pty Ltd 46 Eastern Creek Dr, Eastern Creek NSW 2766 Australia
• Ph: 1300 738 555
• Website: www.electusdistribution.com.au

FAQs

Q: What is the POWERTEC PT-1150LI UPS?

A line-interactive UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) called the PT-1150LI is made to shield delicate electronics from voltage swings, power surges, and outages. For gadgets like computers, networking hardware, and household appliances, it offers backup power.

Q: What is line-interactive mode, and why is it useful?

Without using a battery, a line-interactive UPS automatically controls small voltage variations while continuously monitoring the input voltage.
This helps maintain battery life while shielding devices from brownouts, overvoltages, and brief outages.

Q: Can I use the UPS during maintenance or while replacing the battery?

No, to avoid electric shock or damage, the UPS should always be turned off and unplugged before maintenance or battery replacement.

Q: What kind of waveform does the UPS output?

In battery mode, the PT-1150LI generates a stepped approximation or simulated sine wave. Ideal for networking equipment, PCs, and monitors. For best results, some delicate equipment would need a pure sine wave UPS.

Q: Can I daisy-chain multiple UPS units?

No. One UPS should not be connected to another. Overload, malfunction, or damage could result from doing this. Only use wall AC outlets to connect the UPS directly.

Q: How often should I test the UPS battery?

Every three to six months, conduct a self-test. Before important occasions or storms, manually test batteries. Frequent testing guarantees dependable backup power when required.

Q: Can I leave devices plugged in when the UPS is off?

Yes, but there won’t be any power or surge protection for the gadgets. For voltage regulation and battery backup, the UPS must be turned on.