UPS - APC Back-UPS® NS 1080VA -BN1080G Should I leave it on all the time?

Obie146

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I just bought an APC Back-UPS® NS 1080VA. It's a great unit and the application is very helpful. This is my first back up battery and was just wondering:

1. Is it safe to leave it on all the time? All day and night?
2. Is it best to turn off after a power outage and safe shutdown?
3. How does being on and off affect the battery unit?

-Mike
 
I leave my UPS units on unless I've had to shut down due to an outage. There is no reason to drain the battery by running it after you've shut down the attached components.
Check your manual, but I believe that it (like most UPS units) will charge its batteries even when turned off.
Your batteries will last longest (5+ years) if they are never too deeply discharged. If the batteries in the unit are frequently drained below 60% state-of-charge, battery lifetime could be significantly reduced.