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Posted: ‎2021-06-2907:38 PM . Last Modified: ‎2024-03-2102:41 AM

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Posted: ‎2021-06-2907:38 PM . Last Modified: ‎2024-03-2102:41 AM

Back-UPS XS/RS 1200/1500 Self-Test Question

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I think that I've somehow accidentally disabled the 2-week automatic self test on my Back-UPS XS1200. I was using the power button on the front to perform a self test. I must have held the button in for too long, but I'm not sure.

Does anyone know what the sequence of button presses is to enable/disable the automatic two week self test is for these units?

Thanks!

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Posted: ‎2021-06-2907:38 PM . Last Modified: ‎2024-03-2102:40 AM

Interesting, to my knowledge we haven't released any BackUPS wherein the automatic self-test every 2 weeks can be disabled. Though you have said that you might have disabled the auto self-test, does it still perform a self test when you turn it on, manually using the button or software?

Can you manually run a self-test and then wait after 2 weeks to see if it will run automatically?

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Interesting, to my knowledge we haven't released any BackUPS wherein the automatic self-test every 2 weeks can be disabled. Though you have said that you might have disabled the auto self-test, does it still perform a self test when you turn it on, manually using the button or software?

Can you manually run a self-test and then wait after 2 weeks to see if it will run automatically?

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Posted: ‎2021-06-2907:38 PM . Last Modified: ‎2024-03-2102:40 AM

I can perform a self test with either the button or the software. I'll have to wait two weeks and see what happens.

If there is a power failure, and the ups switches to battery, does that reset the self-test timer? If so, that might be why I don't see the self test happening.

Also, what's the proper way to power off the UPS?

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Posted: ‎2021-06-2907:38 PM . Last Modified: ‎2024-03-2102:40 AM

If the UPS switches to battery mode it shouldn't reset the day when the last Self Test was performed. Self-test makes the UPS run on a different mode. With regards to the proper way of powering off the UPS, just make sure that the load are all off before you press the Off button on the UPS.

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Posted: ‎2021-06-2907:38 PM . Last Modified: ‎2024-03-2102:40 AM

When turning off...

I have no "Off" button, so I'm not sure what you mean. Can you please clarify how to turn off the UPS? I only have a single power button on the front panel.

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Posted: ‎2021-06-2907:38 PM . Last Modified: ‎2024-03-2102:40 AM

That single button that you see is the On and Off button of the UPS.

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Back-UPS XS/RS 1200/1500 Self-Test Question (2024)

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How does an UPS self test work? ›

Often, these self-tests take place automatically when the UPS is turned on or they can be programmed to take place at preferred intervals. One of the most common ways the self-test function is completed by temporarily discharging the batteries to determine how long they would run.

How to test a backup UPS? ›

Legacy Models (No LCD Screen): Press and hold the "I/Test" button. After several seconds the UPS will switch to battery. You can then release the button and the test will continue to completion.

Does UPS self test turn off power? ›

If the UPS is indeed only experiencing a bad battery issue, as it seems to be indicating with the replace battery LED, then running the self test should not cause the UPS to power down. However, if there is another underlying issue with the UPS, you could run the risk of dropping power to the attached equipment.

How do I test my Smart-UPS 1500? ›

Press and hold the button for a few seconds to initiate the self- test. The Smart-UPS switches to battery operation automatically if the utility power fails. While running on battery, an alarm beeps four times every 30 seconds. Press the button (front panel) to silence the UPS alarm (for the current alarm only.

How do you check power on self-test? ›

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How long does an UPS self test take? ›

There is no way to schedule it to run at a particular time or day. During a Self-Test the UPS will run on battery for approximately 10 seconds. During this time it will test it's internal subsystems as well as the battery. For a battery test to be valid, it should be charged to 100% before beginning the test.

Are self-tests reliable? ›

Positive results from self-tests are highly reliable. Negative results from self-tests don't rule out that you could have an infection. See FDA instructions on repeat testing.

How do I test my UPS APC battery? ›

Check the battery voltage using PowerChute plus. If the unit (non-XL) has been charging for 3 hours, the battery voltage should be around 27.6V or 55.6V depending on the Smart-UPS model. If not, it is likely that the battery charger is broken and the unit will need to be replaced (an RMA will be issued if in warranty).

How do I load a UPS test? ›

Procedure
  1. Set up load bank and monitoring equipment to the requirements of the "test profile"
  2. Begin the test while "logging" all data that includes overall voltage, current, and all cell voltages simultaneously while maintaining the test profile.
  3. Observe the battery for intercell/unit connector or terminal heating.

What is the self-test on APC Back UPS Pro 1000? ›

The UPS performs a self-test automatically when turned “On”, and every two weeks thereafter (by default). Automatic self-test eliminates the need for periodic manual self-tests. During the self-test, the UPS briefly operates the loads on-battery. If the UPS passes the self-test, it returns to on-line operation.

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