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It won`t charge but It can only use Battery power.

It won`t charge but It can only use Battery power.

I need help with my UPS. It won`t charge the battery that I replaced but It can use battery power. I replaced the battery that came with the ups (because its defective) and the replacement battery is charged. I replaced the battery with the same specifications (same amps and volts. no slight difference. EXACT). I used the replacement battery and it works fine. After Im done using it. I tried to charge it for 8 hours. Then I use it again. It won`t start and gives slightly-long beeps which means its low. Connectors are brand new and tested with other appliances. Fuses are tested with multimeter (Board fuse 2x 30 amps and fuses at the AC input female). I checked continuity of the wires and all of them are in good shape. Can anyone help me? You can tell me what to do with the board (I have knowledge about electrical and experience in soldering, etc). Do I need to change something like a capacitor or a mosfet in the board? I can send a picture of the board itself ASAP right when you asked for it.

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Guest [Entry]

"Hi,

Can you measure the voltage across the battery terminals when the battery is in charging mode?

BE SAFETY AWARE when you do this. Watch out for the AC connections etc.

It should be in the region of 13.8 - 14.5V DC.

Here's how to add pictures on ifixit

Adding images to an existing question"
Guest [Entry]

"Hi fbmt11,

interesting video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBXUvqku..."
Guest [Entry]

"Measure the resistance of F1 you should get 0.1ohms. On your board it is used as a fuse.

You do have the right schematic, all you need to to is to test the voltages on the point shown on the schematic. That way you know where you have power and where you do not. A picture of the board alone and straight down on it will help us to see the designators on the board better."