Using backup ups power supplies can be a life saver for anyone working on a workstation or a home computer, but the risk is still there if you wait too long to replace your RBC batteries. Making sure your batteries do not reach the end of their life cycle when you need them the most is really important, so this article looks at how often your batteries should be replaced. The warranty is a rough guideline really, that gives you an indication of keeping your batteries fresh at all times.
It’s a good idea to replace your batteries once a year, especially if your backup power supply uses RBC11 batteries.
You can never know how the long the lifespan of your battery actually is, and although they will probably last longer than a year, it is safe not to assume. When you are relying on a battery to provide you with emergency backup power, it is better to play safe, so err on the side of caution. In truth, batteries can last anything between one and two years but you definitely do not want it to let you down when you need it the most. A one year warranty is usually offered by most battery manufacturers and retailers, purely because you can only really safely rely on your RBC11 for one year.
Replacing batteries on a regular basis in your emergency flashlight, is comparable. Don’t wait until lightening strikes your generator to find out whether or not the batteries in your flashlight are in good condition; surely you will have peace of mind knowing they are in good condition when something really goes wrong. Protecting your power ware is very important.
Before buying your new RBC11 battery, make sure to take a look at your current battery and write down the specifications. Be extremely careful when ordering your RBC11 batteries, as manufacturers do have a habit of changing the specifications without notice. Your spec on the unit maybe totally different when you visit the manufacturers website. The battery does not fit, is the most common complaint registered with battery retailers. This is probably due to the change in specifications which retailers do not tell us about. When this occurs, shipping the mismatched battery back to the retailer and buying the correct size is usually a responsibility given to the buyer, so make sure you’re not wasting postage and handling money by ordering the wrong size battery.
When purchasing your ups, make sure you buy from a retailer who offers safe battery disposal. Your old battery cannot simply be put in the bin because it contains various acids and leads. When you are buying your battery, just check with the supplier to see if they have a disposal plan in place. Sometimes they allow you to send your old battery back to them in the box that your new battery came in. This will save you time if they do, as you will find yourself searching the phonebook otherwise.
It merely comes down to the fact, that over time, your batteries must be remain fresh. APC batteries will, eventually, expire, so just make sure that you replace them before that happens, and not after. Your ups systems are an investment, so take note of the advice.