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Fuel Cell System
Ecoport 800
User manual
Issue 05/2018
Order number: E-093-000019

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  • Page 1 Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Issue 05/2018 Order number: E-093-000019...
  • Page 2 Siqens GmbH. Siqens GmbH • Landsberger Straße 318d • 80687 Munich • Germany Phone.: +49 89 452 44 63-0 • Email: info@siqens.de • www.siqens.de Document information...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safe battery handling ......................12 Operating personnel requirements ..................13 Product Description ......................14 Main components ........................ 14 Interfaces at Ecoport 800 ....................15 Interfaces at control panel....................15 Installation ........................16 Operating environment ....................... 16 Delivery and transport ......................16 Montage ..........................
  • Page 4 Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual 7.2.2 Buttons ..........................29 7.2.3 Settings ..........................30 7.2.4 Language ..........................30 7.2.5 Battery type ......................... 31 7.2.6 Information .......................... 31 7.2.7 Notification .......................... 32 Refuelling ..........................33 Maintenance ........................36 Trouble-shooting ......................... 36 Maintenance Schedule ......................

  • Page 5: Information About The Operating Instructions

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Information about the Operating Instructions Description of symbols and notices (according to ANSI) DANGER Indicates an imminent danger that leads to serious injury or death. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 6: Technical Information

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Technical Information Technical product information Technology High Temperature Fuel Cell with 4Cycle- Fuel Methanol Class AA (IMPCA) Nominal performance 800 W max performance – at lifecycle start in Watts 500 W at operation site...

  • Page 7: Process And Function Description

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Process and function description 2.2.1 Function description The Ecoport is used as a charger for a wide variety of battery types. The following battery types can be selected in the control panel, or a battery type can be defined.

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Safety Information Product liability In the following cases, the intended protection of the device may be impaired. The liability for the device function is then transferred to the operator: The Ecoport is not used according to the operating instructions.

  • Page 9: General Safety Information

    Instead lead them out into the open air with the supplied exhaust system. Do not smoke when handling the Siqens fuel cell or Siqens fuel cartridges. Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Methanol is highly flammable! Read the Methanol Safety Sheet carefully.
  • Page 10 Only use original Siqens equipment. Protect the device and QE CAHRGE methanol cartridge from heat and direct sunlight. Only operate Siqens fuel cell in accordance with the installation instructions and ensure the exhaust system is connected to the outside. © Siqens GmbH, 07/2018...

  • Page 11: Product-Specific Safety Information

    Highly flammable liquid and vapor. (H225) Toxic if swallowed, contact with skin or inhalation. (H301 + H311 + H331) Causes damage to organs. (H370). Use only undamaged containers with suitable terminals with SIQENS fuel cell. Follow operating instructions. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a NATIONAL POISONS INFORMATION SERVICE.

  • Page 12: Safe Battery Handling

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual 3.6.2 Safe battery handling NOTICE It is imperative that another person is present, in case of emergencies, when working on the batteries. These instructions must be observed in addition to the instructions of the battery manufacturer.

  • Page 13: Operating Personnel Requirements

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Operating personnel requirements The operator must be adequately trained in the use, servicing, setting and operation of the Ecoport. IMPORTANT NOTICES Follow the instructions in this manual for the use of the Ecoport. Failure ...

  • Page 14: Product Description

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Product Description The Ecoport fuel cell system is a methanol-operated power supply system with a power output of max 800 watts. = Ethernet socket (RJ 45) = Power output with battery voltage metering (right contact plus, left...

  • Page 15: Interfaces At Ecoport 800

    7. Not connected Interfaces at control panel Ethernet for laptop or network connection (RJ-45)  Optional modem for LTE network connection (2 antennas)  Communication wire to Ecoport 800 (RJ-45 max. 30 m)  © Siqens GmbH, 07/2018 Page 15/44...

  • Page 16: Installation

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Installation Operating environment Requirements of the installation site Firm ground  Max slope 10° in relationship to all axes  Non-inflammatory and temperature-stable ground  Protect from direct sunlight  Observe temperature limits specified in the data sheet ...

  • Page 17: Montage

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Montage 5.3.1 Dimensions Side view Front view © Siqens GmbH, 07/2018 Page 17/44...

  • Page 18: Ecoport Connections

    Ecoport connections 1: Methanol feed; 2: Inlet air; 3: Exhaust air; 4: Signal plug; 5: Power plug with battery voltage metering; 6: Data socket to control panel Recommended cable diameter from the Ecoport 800 to the battery Cable length Diameter 13 m 16 mm²...

  • Page 19: Installation Instruction For Air Intake And Exhaust Air

    5.3.3 Installation instruction for air intake and exhaust air The following steps are necessary for installing the air intake and exhaust air set.  Place the Ecoport 800 in the required location. Supply air Exhaust air  Prepare two openings into the outside with a diameter of Ø 100 mm.

  • Page 20: Installation Of The Mounting Kit

    User manual 5.3.4 Installation of the mounting kit The Ecoport 800 can be fixed to suitable ground using the mounting brackets. Remove the 4 flange head M6 screws next to the rubber feet.  Screw the 4 mounting brackets to the housing with the 4 countersunk screws.

  • Page 21: Operation

    Connect the QE CHARGE methanol cartridge to the methanol feed (1.5 m) of the Ecoport 800. Use the enclosed drum wrench to open and close the canister. So as to ensure a safe operation, do not position the QE CHARGE methanol cartridge above the level of the Ecoport.
  • Page 22 Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Connect the battery to the Ecoport Connect the battery to the Ecoport battery port using the load cable. The load cable contains a 40 A fuse and the battery voltage metering line a 200 mA quick micro fuse.
  • Page 23 Use the data cable to connect the Control Panel with the Ecoport 800. Automatic connection between the control panel and the Ecoport The connection to the Ecoport 800 will be established. A user input is not necessary. © Siqens GmbH, 07/2018...
  • Page 24 Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Start-up screen The following settings must be implemented to ensure a safe operation of the Ecoport 800. Select turn-on criteria The type of start signal can be configured using the settings menu. You can choose between “Only manually”, “Battery voltage”, “External input”.
  • Page 25 Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Adjust turn-on voltage Battery selection The battery type can be changed in the settings menu. Select the desired battery type using the arrows. (Supported battery types: Lithium, lead acid, lead AGM, lead gel) IMPORTANT NOTICE The Ecoport starts once the set lower voltage threshold is reached.
  • Page 26 Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Initial start of the Ecoport 800 Now the Ecoport 800 must be started manually. Warming up The warm up phase starts automatically. The Ecoport starts charging the battery after approx. 30 minutes. You can stop this procedure at any time.
  • Page 27 Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Operation (charging mode) The screen showing the operating status appears automatically after the warm up phase. The charging procedure (charging phase) begins. For further steps, please consult the information in the Operating Instructions.

  • Page 28: Control

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Control Control via Touch Panel The display and control of the device occurs via a touch-sensitive colour display with illuminated background. NOTICE  Only operate the Touch Panel with your fingers.  Pointy or sharp objects can damage the surface of the Touch Panel ...

  • Page 29: Menu Navigation On The Touch Panel

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Menu Navigation on the Touch Panel 7.2.1 Functions By tapping a button on the Touch Panel the corresponding submenu opens up. Values can be viewed or inserted and commands can be executed from these menus.

  • Page 30: Settings

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual 7.2.3 Settings Adjust the system settings. To change the setting, press the button. 7.2.4 Language Set language for menu, warning, malfunction and help notifications. The check mark shows the selected language. When changing the language, this must be confirmed by pressing the "Apply"...

  • Page 31: Battery Type

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual 7.2.5 Battery type The correct battery type must be set to ensure a long battery lifetime. No guarantee claims in case of damages if the wrong battery type is selected! Supported battery types: Lithium batteries 29.0 V...

  • Page 32: Notification

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual 7.2.7 Notification A message displays system malfunction. It consists of a malfunction number. Resetting (malfunction reset) occurs by Fixing or quitting the malfunction  Restarting the fuel cell system  © Siqens GmbH, 07/2018...

  • Page 33: Refuelling

    User manual Refuelling Filling up the Ecoport 800 is easy and safe due to the removable head on the QE CHARGE methanol cartridge. The tank can also be changed during operation. The QE CHARGE methanol cartridge should be changed quickly during operation. Only then can a blockage be avoided.
  • Page 34 Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Unscrew the removable head from the empty QE CHARGE methanol  cartridge and exchange it with the opened and full QE CHARGE methanol cartridge. ATTENTION: The QE CHARGE methanol cartridge must be placed upright.
  • Page 35 Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Close the old QE CHARGE methanol cartridge with the cap and tighten it with  the barrel wrench. ATTENTION Observe all methanol safety information in chapter 3.6.1 and the safety data sheet for methanol.

  • Page 36: Maintenance

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Maintenance Malfunction clearance and maintenance may only be done by trained personnel. Trouble-shooting Malfunction Description 1. Solution 2. Solution 3. Solution E_STACK_VOLTAGE_TOO_LOW The stack is used up. If this error occurs only in boost...
  • Page 37 Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Malfunction Description 1. Solution 2. Solution 3. Solution E_KB_TOO_HOT specified in the data E_KB_TEMPERATURE_CRITICAL sheet. Wait E_REF2_TOO_HOT at least 1h and then E_REF2_TEMPERATURE_CRITICAL restart. E_KG_BAD_PERFORMANCE Change filter E_KBG_BAD_PERFORMANCE E_KB_EL_HEAT_UP_NOT_WORKING Check ambient temperature Heating...

  • Page 38: Maintenance Schedule

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Malfunction Description 1. Solution 2. Solution 3. Solution Siqens Service E_MR_LS_ERROR Defective sensor; Contact Siqens Service E_FS_ME_ABOVE_STARTUP System-critical malfunction Contact Siqens Service E_SYSTEM_PROFILE_INVALID Contact Siqens Service E_MAX_SYSTEM_RESTARST Contact Siqens Service E_TANK_EMPTY Fill up methanol...
  • Page 39 Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual environmental conditions. 3,000 h The Ecoport can Stack Sealing All wearing parts are Siqens Service no longer deliver processing exchanged and the MEAs the performance stack is reassembled. Bipolar plates according to the...

  • Page 40: Decommissioning

    User manual Decommissioning Storage The Ecoport 800 can be easily stored for a long time. For this purpose, the battery and the tank connection should be disconnected. Disposal Siqens will dispose of your Ecoport 800 correctly. We provide the service of collecting your Ecoport 800 free of charge.

  • Page 41: Appendix

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Appendix Electric connection diagram © Siqens GmbH, 07/2018 Page 41/44...

  • Page 42: Glossary / Abbreviation List

    Ecoport Service / Support If you have any questions about a Siqens product, a Siqens employee is available to advise you via the service hotline. You can also contact us by e-mail. This service is available to our customers during normal business hours.

  • Page 43: Declaration Of Conformity

    Fuel Cell System Ecoport 800 User manual Declaration of Conformity © Siqens GmbH, 07/2018 Page 43/44...
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