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- Page 1 NB CITY HARDWARE AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ELECTRICAL VEHICLES CHARGING SOLUTIONS...
- Page 3 NB City EV CHARGING SOLUTIONS Hardware and Installation Manual Edition: April 2020 NBCHW01CI Rev. C...
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Page 4: About This Manual
This manual contains important instructions for the installation, configuration and use of NB City electric vehicle charging post. From now on, this manual refers to NB City with the term "charger" or “equipment”. Power Electronics reserves the right to modify product features. - Page 5 Communications. Commissioning. Safe stop. Maintenance. The equipment and technical documentation are periodically updated. Power Electronics reserves the right to modify all or part of the contents of this manual without previous notice. To consult the most updated information of this product, you may access our website www.power-electronics.com, where the latest version of this manual can be downloaded.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
NB City POWER ELECTRONICS TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT THIS MANUAL ..........................2 SAFETY SYMBOLS ............................. 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................7 TORQUE AND SCREW SIZING ......................... 12 INTRODUCTION ........................... 13 General description of the equipment ....................13 Charging process ..........................15 Advanced charge functionalities ...................... - Page 7 POWER ELECTRONICS NB City COMMUNICATIONS ..........................34 Wi-Fi communication .......................... 34 Ethernet connection ..........................34 Bluetooth connection .......................... 34 3G / 4G communications ........................35 COMMISSIONING ..........................36 SAFE STOP ............................38 MAINTENANCE ............................ 39 Status ..............................39 Checklist ............................. 40 Power Test (status 1) .........................
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Page 8: Safety Symbols
NB City POWER ELECTRONICS SAFETY SYMBOLS Always follow safety instructions to prevent accidents and potential hazards from occurring. In this manual, safety messages are classified as follows: Identifies potentially hazardous situations where dangerous voltage may be present, which if not avoided, could result in minor personal injury, serious injury or death. -
Page 9: Safety Instructions
3. Verify the absence of voltage by using the appropriate tools for the voltage of the installation. 4. Ground and short-circuit all possible voltage sources. 5. Delimit and mark the work area. Do not modify the equipment. If modified, Power Electronics will not assume any liability, and the warranty will be voided. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS... - Page 10 NB City POWER ELECTRONICS WARNING The housing must be properly closed, otherwise it may not adequately protect people or property from any abnormal situation inside the equipment. The output airflow can reach high temperatures that could harm people exposed to it.
- Page 11 Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, alter or modify the charging connector or any part of the charger. The connector is not a user serviceable device. Contact Power Electronics. Always be careful with the charger's cable and connector: treat it carefully, do not crush it, immerse it in water, pull it out, or hit it, etc.
- Page 12 Power Electronics assumes no liability for damage resulting from improper use of the equipment or failure to comply with local or national regulations.
- Page 13 Power Electronics and its affiliates are not liable for damages and/or losses related to such security breaches, any unauthorized access, interference, intrusion, leakage and/or theft of data or information.
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Page 14: Torque And Screw Sizing
NB City POWER ELECTRONICS TORQUE AND SCREW SIZING The following table shows, broadly speaking, the recommended torque for both mechanical and electrical connections, applicable to all cabinets. SCREW SIZE RECOMMENDED TORQUE DIN (Nm) ASTM (ft*lb) METRIC ENGLISH (mm) (inches) 6,9 QUALITY... -
Page 15: Introduction
NB City with two integrated connectors It has been designed with durability, reliability and ease of maintenance in mind. With output power of 2 x 22 kW (2 x 7.7 kW in US), NB City is compatible with AC Type 1 and 2 connectors. Conectores... - Page 16 NB City POWER ELECTRONICS The following image shows the general structure of the charger, with the main components: RFID Reader Connector Status indicators Charging hoses Note: The representation and location of the components may vary depending on the model. Connectors The posts include two connector types for AC charging.
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Page 17: Charging Process
POWER ELECTRONICS NB City Charging process The following sequence presents the process to be followed by the user for use in a loading session: 1. If the user management has not yet been configured and the charger is available, connect the hose to the vehicle to start charging automatically and go to point 4. -
Page 18: Descriptive Label
Product identification Regulatory framework The NB City EV charger is a device that connects to the low voltage AC network and provides an AC supply intended for charging electric vehicles. Its certification as a product, in accordance with current legislation in Europe and USA, is carried out by assessing compliance with the following standards where applicable: •... -
Page 19: Technical Characteristics
POWER ELECTRONICS NB City TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS The NB City charging system offers the following IEC standard characteristics. For other configurations, consult Power Electronics. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS... - Page 20 NB City POWER ELECTRONICS The NB City charger offers the following standard features for general US configurations For other configurations, consult Power Electronics. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS...
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Page 21: Dimensions And Weight
POWER ELECTRONICS NB City DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT The dimensions and weight of the Power Electronics NB City charger assembly are detailed in this section. GENERAL DIMENSIONS SPECIFIC DIMENSIONS [MM] [MM] A’ B’ C’ D’ E’ F’ 1300 57,5 CENTER OF GRAVITY [MM]... -
Page 22: Handling And Transportation
The equipment is delivered perfectly packed and checked. Upon receipt, inspect the equipment. In the event of damage to the equipment, notify the forwarding agent and Power Electronics 902 40 20 70, (International +34 96 136 65 57), or your nearest agent, within 24 hours of receipt. Verify that the goods received correspond to the delivery note, models and serial numbers. -
Page 23: Handling And Transportation
POWER ELECTRONICS NB City Handling and transportation Only the transport methods described in this document are permitted. Follow the transportation requirements described here. Any other method of transport or handling may damage the unit or void the warranty. Charging posts are prepared for truck transport and manual handling. As an extra tool for unloading the equipment, a forklift should be available to enable the charger to be moved in small spaces. -
Page 24: Preparation For Installing The Equipment
NB City POWER ELECTRONICS PREPARATION FOR INSTALLING THE EQUIPMENT Site recommendations When deciding the location of the equipment and planning its installation, it is recommended to follow a series of guidelines derived from its characteristics. CAUTION To guarantee proper electrical installation, it is very important to comply with the bend radius of the cable. -
Page 25: Minimum Safety Distances
NB City Base site Power Electronics recommends making a concrete foundation slab to support the charger. The support surface for the equipment must be perfectly level. The client is responsible for the correct dimensioning and construction of the foundation in accordance with current regulations. -
Page 26: Maximum Hose Range
NB City POWER ELECTRONICS For proper inspection and ventilation, as well as correct handling, it is important to leave clearance around the equipment. The following image shows the recommended minimum distances: Side to side distance: Front side distance: For the working or maintenance moments in the charger, it requires 1m free of obstacles in front of the door, which allows open the door completely and work fluently. -
Page 27: Anchoring Of The Equipment
POWER ELECTRONICS NB City Anchoring of the equipment To anchor the charger, the user must use M12 A2-70 stainless screws and fixing them by applying the recommended torque for mechanical connections according to the manufacturer's specification (see “Torque and screw sizing”... -
Page 28: Ventilation System
NB City POWER ELECTRONICS The base consists of a hollow square support on which the anchoring is made. The charger´s anchor holes are located at the bottom of the charger, at the junction between the “Dimensions and weight” enclosure and the base, at a height of 80 mm from the bottom edge (see section). -
Page 29: Charging Current Adjustment
NB City Charging current adjustment NB City has a selector to limit the maximum charging current to the corresponding current available in the installation. This section indicates its location and adjustment. On the following image, the selector on the control card is highlighted:... -
Page 30: Cable Access And Connections
Refer to the recommended tightening torque for mechanical and electrical connections in the " TORQUE AND SCREW SIZING" section. Power Electronics is not responsible for damages resulting from an incorrect connection. Input wiring NOTICE The dimensioning of the input power cable of the charging point must be checked by a qualified electrician. -
Page 31: Access
POWER ELECTRONICS NB City Access The cables access the interior of the charger through a specific area designed for it indicated in the following image of the input section of the equipment: Cable entry plate The different holes in the central area are prepared for cable access, both for power supply and communications cables. -
Page 32: Connections
NB City POWER ELECTRONICS Connections AC power supply and ground The following images indicated how and where to make the connections of AC input. NOTICE Use only the bottom panel to route the AC cables. Each charge line requires its own AC power supply. - Page 33 POWER ELECTRONICS NB City Ethernet cable connection In the recharging posts, the customer must also carry out the communications connection. In the upper part of the device there is an Ethernet 5-input switch, it must be connected in the lower port.
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Page 34: Protections
Type A / 4P 400V 30mA The NB City - Professional (IEC) model can include as an option a type A RCD resetting accessory. Residual current monitoring (RCM) The NB City - Professional (IEC) equipment includes a residual current monitor (RCM). This element monitors for any leakage current in excess of the operational limit in the AC charging hose;... -
Page 35: Interface
INTERFACE Controls NB City does not have control buttons; it is controlled by a mobile application. This application can start or stop a charging session, reserve a charging point at any time or simply manage the user's charge session history. -
Page 36: Communications
COMMUNICATIONS The NB City charging point can be connected to the internet over the local network using an Ethernet cable or Wi-Fi. It is also possible to connect via 3G / 4G mobile network thanks to the possibility of SIM card integration. -
Page 37: 3G / 4G Communications
POWER ELECTRONICS NB City 3G / 4G communications To access the charging point through connections via 3G / 4G, a SIM card of this type must be inserted in the charger control card at the point indicated below. NOTICE Once the SIM has been inserted, then it is required to configure it, and finally reset the system. -
Page 38: Commissioning
The following steps describe the process for starting up the NB City charger and turn it on for the first time. Visual inspection: unpackage the equipment and ensure that all components are in good condition and have not suffered any damage in transit. - Page 39 POWER ELECTRONICS NB City Adjust the charging current using an internal selector on the device. Check “Charging current adjustment” section. Verify that the AC input voltage is compatible with the AC voltage range of the equipment. Verify the selectivity of the external protections to the equipment and control parameters.
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Page 40: Safe Stop
NB City POWER ELECTRONICS SAFE STOP CAUTION The shutdown of the equipment must only be carried out by personnel qualified. Read these instructions and all safety recommendations carefully. Otherwise, the equipment could be damaged and seriously injured personnel. The instructions in this manual do not replace or replace local or national regulations. It is the user's responsibility to comply with all safety standards that apply at the installation site. -
Page 41: Maintenance
Before detailing the maintenance procedure, it is convenient to define 2 possible states to carry out the tasks of maintenance. Status 1: Proper state for carrying the Power test. NB City charger with voltage and operating. Status 2: Proper state for carrying the Dead test. NB City charger with no voltage, stopped, uncharged, isolated and blocked. -
Page 42: Checklist
NB City POWER ELECTRONICS Checklist The list of tasks detailed below should be carried out annually. The time of each task is an estimate. MAINTENANCE TIME GLOBAL OPERATION TIME 1h and 55min TIME POWER TEST (STATUS 1) (MINUTES) Environmental conditions – Visual check Enclosure state –... -
Page 43: Power Test (Status 1)
POWER ELECTRONICS NB City Power Test (status 1) 1. Environmental conditions Verify that the equipment environment complies with the specifications. Verify that the humidity is adequate. 2. Enclosure state Check the enclosure is in good general state and no traces of corrosion or impacts are present. Check the posts anchoring. -
Page 44: Dead Test (Status 2)
NB City POWER ELECTRONICS Dead Test (status 2) 1. Internal cleaning Check that the equipment does not show signs of dust, moisture, oxidation or presence of animals. If dust is found in the control electronics, use a specific vacuum cleaner for electronic boards. Otherwise, the electronic components may be damaged. - Page 45 www.power-electronics.com CE_NB50_REV0_11122019...
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