2424LA-ON-RACK 6K/10K5. Storage and Maintenance5.1. StorageBefore storing, charge the UPS at least 7 hours. Store the UPS covered and upright in a cool, dry location.During storage, recharge the battery in accordance with the following table:Storage Temperature Recharge Frequency Charging Duration-25°C - 40°C Every 3 months 1-2 hours40°C - 45°C Every 2 months 1-2 hours5.2. MaintenanceThe UPS system operates with hazardous voltages. Repairs may be carried out only by qualifiedmaintenance personnel.Even after the unit is disconnected from the mains, components inside the UPS system are stillconnected to the battery packs which are potentially dangerous.Before carrying out any kind of service and/or maintenance, disconnect the batteries and verify that nocurrent is present and no hazardous voltage exists in the terminals of high capability capacitor such asBUS-capacitors.Only persons are adequately familiar with batteries and with the required precautionary measures mayreplace batteries and supervise operations. Unauthorized persons must be kept well away from the batteries.Verify that no voltage between the battery terminals and the ground is present before maintenance orrepair. In this product, the battery circuit is not isolated from the input voltage. Hazardous voltages may occurbetween the battery terminals and the ground.Batteries may cause electric shock and have a high short-circuit current. Please remove allwristwatches, rings and other metal personal objects before maintenance or repair, and only use tools withinsulated grips and handles for maintaining or repairing.When replace the batteries, install the same number and same type of batteries.Do not attempt to dispose of batteries by burning them. This could cause battery explosion. Thebatteries must be rightly deposed according to local regulation.Do not open or destroy batteries. Escaping electrolyte can cause injury to the skin and eyes. It may betoxic.Please replace the fuse only with the same type and amperage in order to avoid fire hazards.Do not disassemble the UPS system.