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- Page 1 ClipperCreek, Inc. Innovative Infrastructure for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles User Manual • • • • • • • Model LCS...
- 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 EVSE Mounting for Hollow-Wall Construction ......LCS EVSE Mounting for Solid-Wall Construction ........ MOUNTING THE SAE J1772 LCS CONNECTOR HOLSTER ...24 WIRING INSTRUCTIONS (Hardwired LCS) ....25 RECEPTACLE INSTRUCTIONS (Plug-In LCS-P) ..26 CHARGE CABLE WRAP GUIDELINES ......27 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS .........28 LCS Hardwired EVSE Grounding ............ - Page 4 8. Wiring the LCS in a Junction Box ........... 25 9. Preferred Orientation of the NEMA Receptacles above the ..LCS-P ..................26 10. Drape the Charge Cable Loosely around the LCS Enclosure ..27 Tables 1. Front Panel LED Information ........... 14 2. LCS Configurations ..............15...
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Page 5: Important Safety Instructions
LCS User 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 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE): NOTE: This means pay particular attention. -
Page 6: Instructions Pertaining To A Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock
LCS User Manual Instructions Pertaining to a Risk of Fire or Electric Shock When using the the LCS, basic electrical safety precautions should be followed: • Use this EVSE to charge electric vehicles equipped with an SAE J1772 charge port only. Consult the vehicle owner’s manual to determine if the vehicle is equipped with the correct charge port. - Page 7 EVSE. Instructions se Rapportant à un Risque d’Incendie ou de Choc Électrique Lorsque l’utilisation de la LCS, précautions fondamentale de sécurité électrique doivent être suivies: • Utilisez cette station de recharge pour charger les véhicules électriques équipés d’un SAE J1772 port de recharge seulement.
- Page 8 Instrucciones Pertinentes a un Riesgo de Fuego o Descarga Electrica Se deben seguir precauciones básicas de seguridad eléctrica cuando usa la LCS: Utilice esta estación de carga para cargar vehículos eléctricos equipados •...
- Page 9 No permita que los niños usen este dispositivo. La supervisión de un adulto es obligatoria cuando hay niños cerca de una estación de carga que está en uso. Instrucciones adicionales para configuraciones de LCS enchufables • Los tomacorrientes de 240V están específicamente diseñados para reubicaciones ocasionales, como la mudanza de una casa a otra.
- Page 10 NOTE: Vehicles which conform to the SAE J1772 standard for communication can inform the charge station that they require an exhaust fan. The LCS is not equipped to control ventilation fans. Do not charge the vehicle with the LCS if ventilation is required.
- Page 11 Le LCS n’est pas équipé pour contrôler les ventilateurs. Ne chargez pas le véhicule avec les LCS si la ventilation est nécessaire. NOTA: Los vehículos que cumplan con el estándar de comunicación SAE J1772 pueden informar que su EVSE requieren un extractor de aire.
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Page 12: Fcc Information
RF-producing equipment (such as digital phones, RF communications equipment, etc.) could affect operation. If interference to the EVSE 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 13: Operation
Within a few seconds the green “Charging” light on the face of the LCS 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 14: The Lcs Front Panel
LCS User Manual The LCS Front Panel Figure 1: The LCS Front Panel The front panel on the LCS has four indicator lights: POWER (Amber), indicates that power is available to the LCS. CHARGING (Green), indicates that the vehicle is requesting a charge and AC power is currently applied to the vehicle. -
Page 15: Installation: Service Connections
The center-point of the three phases (usually used as Neutral) must be grounded somewhere in the system. A Neutral connection is not required by the LCS. Only Line 1, Line 2, and Ground are required, as shown in Figure 3. - Page 16 (generalmente utilizado como Neutro) debe estar conectado a tierra en algún punto del sistema. Una conexión Neutra no es requerida por la LCS. Sólo la Línea1, Línea 2, y la Conexión a Tierra son necesarias, tal y como se muestra en la Figura 3.
- Page 17 Notice that L1, L2, & Ground are labeled on each diagram. Those transformer outputs correspond to the same inputs on the LCS. Also, each of the two 3-phase diagrams shows an L3 output, which is not used. Do not connect all three phases of a 3-phase secondary to the LCS.
- Page 18 NOTE: With a wye-connected secondary, any two of the legs can be used to provide 208V to the LCS. For example, L1 & L2, or L1 & L3, or L2 & L3. Leave the unused leg open. Do not connect it to a Neutral bar, or to Ground.
- Page 19 LCS User Manual Figure 4: 240V 3-Phase, Delta-Connected, with Center-Tap on One Leg L3 (DO NOT USE!) 240V 120V NEUTRAL (NOT USED) 120V GROUND CAUTION: With the delta connection, one leg must be center-tapped. Only the two phases on either side of the center tap can be used. The two phases must both measure 120V to Neutral.
- Page 20 LCS. No “Neutral” point is available to be connected to ground for ground-fault protection. The LCS will not allow the contactor to close if it does not sense the presence of a Ground wire connected to a “Neutral” point on the transformer secondary.
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Page 21: Mounting Procedures
• On the plug-in LCS-P, the NEMA plug head is connected by nearly one foot of cable to the top side of the LCS-P. The LCS-P must be positioned such that this plug can safely be inserted into a wall- mounted NEMA socket. -
Page 22: Lcs Evse Mounting For Hollow-Wall Construction
For any remaining mounting holes which do not have a solid mounting structure (such as drywall without a solid backing) it will be necessary to use proper anchoring hardware such as drywall toggles or molly bolts. Figure 5: Mounting the LCS to a Hollow-Wall Page 22... -
Page 23: Lcs Evse Mounting For Solid-Wall Construction
Machine screw size #10 hardware is recommended for mounting the LCS. Screw shafts of at least 2” are recommended. The LCS mounting holes are 3/16” in diameter, so ensure that the screw heads do not exceed this size. Place appropriately sized washers between the screw heads and the LCS enclosure mounting flanges. -
Page 24: Mounting The Sae J1772 Lcs 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 LCS and SAE J1772 connector holster • mounting holes allows for the convenient mounting of both components onto the same post or wall structure. -
Page 25: Wiring Instructions (Hardwired Lcs)
LCS User Manual WIRING INSTRUCTIONS (Hardwired LCS) Route the LCS conduit to a nearby service panel or junction box. Use the included ¼” trade size watertight fitting to provide a moisture-resistant seal with the service panel or junction box. If necessary, drill a 1/2” diameter hole to accommodate the liquid-tight fitting or use the included 1/4”... -
Page 26: Receptacle Instructions (Plug-In Lcs-P)
The plug extends from the top of the LCS enclosure. Regulations limit this plug to a maximum of 12 inches in length. For this reason, the LCS-P must be mounted below the NEMA receptacle and must also be located within 12 inches of it. -
Page 27: Charge Cable Wrap Guidelines
LCS User Manual CHARGE CABLE WRAP GUIDELINES The LCS 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 28: Grounding Instructions
LCS Hardwired EVSE Grounding The hardwired LCS is equipped with three service conductors shielded by three feet of flexible conduit. This product must be connected to a grounded, metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the ground lead on the product. -
Page 29: Moving & Storage Instructions
Likewise, always turn off input power to the EVSE at the circuit breaker panel prior to plugging an LCS-P into or unplugging an LCS-P from a NEMA socket. When transporting the EVSE, do not lift or carry the entire unit by the SAE J1772 charge cord. -
Page 30: Maintenance
LCS User Manual MAINTENANCE The LCS 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 31: Specifications
Note that the maximum current for the vehicle is set by the duty cycle of the Pilot waveform. Output power is variable depending upon the LCS model and vehicle demand. Attached NEMA 14-30P, NEMA 6-50P and NEMA 14-50P plugs are Plugs: available for the LCS-20P, LCS-25P and LCS-30P. -
Page 32: 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 LCS 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 33: 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. - Page 34 LCS User Manual This page is intentionally blank. Page 34...
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I am trying to figure out the operating voltage before it’s plugged into the vehicle. I was wondering if you have to do something to those small terminals such as jump them out put a resistor across him. Just looking to see if you can help me.
Tring to. Check output voltage before being plug in to car do I have to do something to the small terminals that are at the end of the female cap I get no readings. I’m sure that some way that has to turn it on. Is it open circuit or normally close circuit? I’m assuming it’s not my clothes, but I don’t wanna sort it out and ruin the charger