Can you switch-on an UPS when the Main Supply is Off?
Please anyone give me the correct answer
Yes, you can turn on a UPS when the main power is turned off, although this depends on the type of UPS & the battery condition:
- Offline (or) Standby UPS
- Online or Double-Conversion UPS
Offline (or) Standby UPS
Normally turns off until the mains fails.
Can turn on from batteries, only if:
- The battery is fully charged.
- The UPS includes a cold start option (manual startup without mains power).
Online or Double-Conversion UPS
- Uses an inverter to operate even when connected to the mains.
- If the cold start capability is present, the vehicle can be started directly from the battery.
Important Condition
- The battery must be sufficiently charged to support the load.
- The Cold Start Feature is required to turn on the UPS without a mains supply.
- Not all UPS models offer cold start; consult the user handbook or specifications.
Yes, you can use a UPS without a mains supply if it enables cold start & the battery is in good condition.
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