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ClipperCreek, Inc.
Innovative Infrastructure for
Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
User Manual
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Model ECS

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  • Page 1 ClipperCreek, Inc. Innovative Infrastructure for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles User Manual • • • • • • • Model ECS...
  • 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ...... Additonal Safety Information ..............FCC INFORMATION ..............7 OPERATION ..................8 THE ECS FRONT PANEL - Ground (Earth) Monitor ......THE ECS FRONT PANEL - Isolation (Insulation) Monitor ....MOUNTING THE SAE J1772 ECS CONNECTOR HOLSTER ..12 CHARGE CABLE WRAP GUIDELINES ........13 MAINTENANCE ................14...
  • Page 4 2. The ECS with Isolation Monitor Front Panel ........10 3. Mounting the Holster using the Exterior Wood Screws and Washers ..12 4. Drape the Charge Cable Loosely around the ECS Enclosure ..... 13 Tables 1. Front Panel LED Information for Ground Monitor-equipped ECS ..9 2.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    Instructions Pertaining to a Risk of Fire or Electric Shock When using the the ECS, basic electrical safety precautions should be followed: • Use this charge station to charge electric vehicles equipped with an SAE J1772 charge port only.
  • Page 6 NOTE: Vehicles which conform to the SAE J1772 standard for communication can inform the charge station that they require an exhaust fan. The ECS is not equipped to control ventilation fans. Do not charge the vehicle with the ECS if ventilation is required.
  • Page 7: Fcc 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 8: Operation

    Within a few seconds the green “Charging” light on the face of the ECS will turn on and the charging cycle will begin. After an average driving day the vehicle battery pack will require several hours to recharge completely.
  • Page 9: The Ecs Front Panel - Ground (Earth) Monitor

    CHARGING FAULT (red), indicates that the ECS is unable to communicate with the vehicle correctly, or a safety fault condition has been detected by the unit. Table 1: Front Panel LED Information for Ground Monitor-equipped ECS Amber Green Power Charging...
  • Page 10: The Ecs Front Panel - Isolation (Insulation) Monitor

    THE ECS FRONT PANEL - Isolation (Insulation) Monitor The front panel on the ECS has 4 indicator lights with a distinct label for each. An ECS may be configured from the factory with either a ground (earth) monitor circuit or an isolation (insulation) monitor circuit. Refer to the front panel overlay or serial number label to distinguish which circuit the ECS is configured with.
  • Page 11 ON-not Problem with EV communications ON or OFF blinking Disconnect and restart. EV ground fault trip. Check ON or OFF blinking vehicle connection. Internal EVSE fault. Call for blinking blinking service. *ECS will automatically restart after 15 seconds. Page 11...
  • Page 12: Mounting The Sae J1772 Ecs Connector Holster

    5.45” apart, one each on the enclosure top and bottom. Use a ruler or template to mark hole locations on the mounting surface. The vertical alignment of the ECS and SAE J1772 connector holster • mounting holes allows for the convenient mounting of both components onto the same post or wall structure.
  • Page 13: Charge Cable Wrap Guidelines

    ECS User Manual CHARGE CABLE WRAP GUIDELINES The ECS enclosure body is sculpted to allow the charge cable to be wrapped around it for convenient storage as well as to keep the bulk of the cable off of the ground and out of the way. As the charge cable is comprised of a number of...
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    ECS User Manual MAINTENANCE The ECS requires no periodic maintenance other than occasional cleaning. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock or equipment damage, exercise caution while cleaning the EVSE and the EV charge connector cable. 1. Turn off the EVSE at the circuit breaker.
  • Page 15: Specifications

    15A or 16A NOTE that the maximum current for the vehicle is set by the duty cycle of the Pilot waveform. Refer to the ECS serial number label for the specific factory-set maximum current rating. Variable depending upon the ECS model and Output Power: vehicle demand.
  • Page 16: Customer Support

    PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER AVAILABLE WHEN YOU CALL. This information is printed on the label on the side of the ECS enclosure. If your call is made after business hours or on weekends, please leave your name, telephone number, the unit serial number, and a brief description of the problem.
  • Page 17: Warranty Information

    To obtain warranty service: Call your nearest authorized Service Representative or the ClipperCreek division of Enphase at the above number. You will receive information as to how service for the product will be provided. If you mail or ship the product in for service, you must insure the product, prepay all shipping charges, and properly pack it for shipment in its original shipping container or its equivalent.
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  • Page 20 ClipperCreek, Inc. 11850 Kemper Rd., Suite E Auburn, CA 95603 www.ClipperCreek.com...

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