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- Page 1 ClipperCreek, Inc. Innovative Infrastructure for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles User’s Manual • • • • • • • Model LCS With Isolation Monitor for 230VAC...
- Page 2 PLEASE NOTE This user’s manual includes the latest information at the time of printing. ClipperCreek, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to this product without further notice. Changes or modifications to this product by other than an authorized service facility may void the product warranty.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
LCS 230VAC Isolation Monitor User’s Manual CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........1 INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK ............1 SAFETY INFORMATION ............. 2 FCC INFORMATION ..............2 OPERATION .................. 3 FRONT PANEL ................4 INSTALLATION ................5 SERVICE CONNECTIONS ............. -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
LCS 230VAC Isolation Monitor User’s Manual IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Carefully read these instructions and the charging instructions in your vehicle owner’s handbook before charging your electric vehicle. The following symbols may be found in this manual or on labels affixed to the charge station: NOTE This means pay particular attention. -
Page 5: Safety Information
RF-producing equipment (such as digital phones, RF communications equipment, etc.) could affect operation. If interference to your charge station is suspected, we suggest the following steps be taken before consulting your ClipperCreek Sales and Service Representative for assistance: Reorient or relocate nearby electrical appliances or equipment during charging. -
Page 6: Operation
LCS 230VAC Isolation Monitor User’s Manual OPERATION The LCS Electric Vehicle Charging Station is a compact wall-mounted charging station that provides the Plug-in Hybrid or Battery Electric Vehicle (together Plug-In Electric Vehicles, or “PEV”) user with a safe and manageable link be- tween the power grid and the PEV. -
Page 7: Front Panel
LCS 230VAC Isolation Monitor User’s Manual FRONT PANEL - Isolation (Insulation) Monitor The front panel on the LCS has four indicator lights: Power (yellow), indicates that power is available. Charging (green), indicates that AC power is currently applied to the vehicle. Ground (Earth) Present (amber), indicates the status of the LCS isolation monitor. -
Page 8: Installation
LCS 230VAC Isolation Monitor User’s Manual INSTALLATION SERVICE CONNECTIONS CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, connect only to a circuit provided with the appropriate maximum branch circuit overcurrent protection in accordance with local electrical codes. For a Model LCS-15, use a 15A circuit breaker. For a Model LCS-20, use a 20A circuit breaker. - Page 9 LCS 230VAC Isolation Monitor User’s Manual The following diagrams illustrate three earthing systems for the 230VAC TN network power grid with which the LCS is compatible. These three earthing systems are described as follows: TN-S: Separate Neutral and Protective Earth conductors are connected only at the service panel or other primary electrical distribution point.
- Page 10 LCS 230VAC Isolation Monitor User’s Manual TN-C-S: In this hybrid system, a combined PEN conductor is separated into Neutral and Protective Earth conductors for distribution throughout a build- ing. These separated conductors connect to the corresponding Neutral and Protective Earth conductors on the LCS. Figure 4.
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Page 11: Mounting Procedures
LCS 230VAC Isolation Monitor User’s Manual MOUNTING PROCEDURES Locate the wall mounting position of the EVSE: • The three LCS service conductors are shielded by a 3 foot (0.9m) flexibl conduit. The LCS must be positioned such that this conduit can reach a nearby service panel or junction box. -
Page 12: Wiring Instructions
LCS 230VAC Isolation Monitor User’s Manual Machine screw size #10 (or M5 metric) hardware is recommended for mounting the LCS. Screw shafts of at least 2” (5cm) are recommended. The LCS mounting holes are 3/8” (9.5mm) in diameter, so ensure that the screw heads do not exceed this size. -
Page 13: Specifications
LCS 230VAC Isolation Monitor User’s Manual SPECIFICATIONS Line Input Power 230V AC single-phase - Line, Neutral, and Protective Earth. Voltage & Wiring This product is designed for use on the 230VAC TN-S, TN-C, and TN-C-S earthing systems. Service Line, Neutral, and Protective Earth use 12AWG, 75ºC copper Conductors wire. -
Page 14: Customer Support
LCS 230VAC Isolation Monitor User’s Manual CUSTOMER SUPPORT Call your ClipperCreek, Inc. Service Representative at any time, 24 hours a day, at the number below. PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER AVAILABLE WHEN YOU CALL. This information is printed on the label on the back side of the LCS enclosure. -
Page 15: Warranty Information
ClipperCreek or an authorized ClipperCreek representative or dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damages or of any claim by any other party. - Page 16 ClipperCreek, Inc. 11850 Kemper Rd., Suite E Auburn, CA 95603 www.ClipperCreek.com...
- Page 17 EVSE Installation Manual with additional warnings related to the NEMA outlet for plug-in EVSE models. Please keep it for reference. An updated manual can be viewed or downloaded at: clippercreek.com/manuals. For 240V Plug-In Products: • 240V plugs are specifically designed for occasional relocation, such as moving from one home to another home.
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