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- Page 1 A division of Enphase Energy, Inc. User Manual • • • • • • • Model LCS...
- Page 2 LCS User Manual PLEASE NOTE This user’s manual includes the latest information at the time of printing. Enphase Energy 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 User Manual CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......5 Instructions Pertaining to a Risk of Fire or Electric Shock ...... Additional Safety Information ............... FCC INFORMATION ............12 OPERATION .................13 The LCS Front Panel ................INSTALLATION: SERVICE CONNECTIONS ....15 MOUNTING PROCEDURES ..........21 LCS EVSE Mounting for Hollow-Wall Construction ...... - Page 4 LCS User Manual ILLUSTRATIONS Figures 1. The LCS Front Panel ..............14 2. 220/240V Single-Phase ............. 18 3. 208V 3-Phase, Wye-Connected ..........18 4. 240V 3-Phase, Delta-Connected, with Center-Tap on One Leg ... 19 5. Mounting the LCS to Hollow-Wall ........... 22 6.
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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 LCS User Manual Do Not use this EVSE with an extension cord or wall plug adapter. Plug • this EVSE directly into the receptacle. • Ensure that the EVSE is mounted to the wall or placed on a support so it does not hang from the receptacle.
- Page 8 LCS User Manual Instructions supplémentaires pour les configurations LCS enfichables • Les prises de 240V sont spécialement conçues pour les relocalisations occasionnelles, tel que le déménagement d’une maison à une autre. • Pour des raisons de sécurité, le disjoncteur DOIT être désactivé avant de brancher ET/OU débrancher les appareils de 240V (dont cet EVSE).
- Page 9 LCS User Manual • No opere su estación si ésta o el cable de carga SAE J1772 está físicamente abierto, agrietado, deshilachado o de lo contrario dañado. Contacte su representante de Apoyo al Cliente inmediatamente para recibir servicio. Consulte la Sección de Apoyo al Cliente en este manual para obtener información sobre el representante de servicio en su área.
- Page 10 LCS User Manual Addtional Safety Information WARNING: Turn off power to the EVSE at the circuit breaker panel before moving, servicing or cleaning the unit. AVERTISSEMENT: Couper l’alimentation d’entrée à votre station de recharge sur le panneau de disjoncteur avant de nettoyer ou de réparer l’appareil.
- Page 11 LCS User Manual REMARQUE: Véhicules qui sont conformes à la norme SAE J1772 de communication peuvent informer la station de recharge qu’ils nécessitent un ventilateur d’extraction. Le LCS n’est pas équipé pour contrôler les ventilateurs. Ne chargez pas le véhicule avec les LCS si la ventilation est nécessaire.
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Page 12: Fcc Information
LCS User Manual FCC INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Page 13: Operation
LCS User 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 between the power grid and the PEV. Both hardwired (LCS) and NEMA plug- equipped (LCS-P) versions are available. -
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
LCS User 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 the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (US) or the Canadian Electric Code C22.2 NO. 280-13 (Canada). ATTENTION: Pour réduire le risque d’incendie, de se connecter uniquement à... - Page 16 LCS User Manual ATENCIÓN: Este es un dispositivo de una sola fase. ¡No conecte las tres fases de una alimentación trifásica! Puede utilizar cualquiera dos fases de un transformador trifásico de alimentación “Y”. El punto central de las tres fases (generalmente utilizado como Neutro) debe estar conectado a tierra en algún punto del sistema.
- Page 17 LCS User Manual WARNING: Only a qualified electrician should perform the installation. The installation must be performed in accordance with all local electrical codes and ordinances. AVERTISSEMENT: Seul un électricien qualifié doit effectuer l’installation. L’installation doit être effectuée conformément à tous les codes électriques locaux et des ordonnances.
- Page 18 LCS User Manual The following diagrams illustrate the three service transformer secondary connections most common in North America. Figure 2: 220/240V Single Phase 240V 120V NEUTRAL (NOT USED) 120V GROUND Figure 3: 208V 3-Phase, Wye-Connected L3 (NOT USED) 120V 208V NEUTRAL (NOT USED) 120V...
- 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 User Manual CAUTION: A 3-phase delta-connected transformer secondary without a center-tap on one leg cannot be used with the 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”...
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Page 21: Mounting Procedures
LCS User Manual MOUNTING PROCEDURES Locate the wall mounting position of the EVSE: • On the hardwired LCS, the three service conductors are shielded by three feet of flexible conduit. The LCS must be positioned such that this conduit can reach a nearby service panel or junction box. •... -
Page 22: Lcs Evse Mounting For Hollow-Wall Construction
LCS User Manual LCS EVSE Mounting for Hollow-Wall Construction • Place the unit such that at least two (but preferably all four) mounting holes can take advantage of solid structural framing inside of the wall or a strong wall surface such as plywood. •... -
Page 23: Lcs Evse Mounting For Solid-Wall Construction
LCS User Manual LCS EVSE Mounting for Solid-Wall Construction • To secure the unit in concrete, pre-drill appropriately sized holes and use multi-set or wedge anchor hardware at all four mounting points. • To secure the unit in brick or stone, pre-drill appropriately sized holes and use multi-set or wedge anchor hardware at all four mounting points. -
Page 24: Mounting The Sae J1772 Lcs Connector Holster
LCS User Manual MOUNTING THE SAE J1772 CONNECTOR HOLSTER The SAE J1772 connector holster comes standard to provide a convenient, protective housing for the SAE J1772 connector head when it is not in use. The SAE J1772 connector holster should be placed so that users have easy •... -
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)
LCS User Manual RECEPTACLE INSTRUCTIONS (Plug-In LCS-P) The LCS-P is fitted with one of the following NEMA plugs: NEMA 6-30P NEMA 14-30P NEMA 6-50P NEMA 14-50P 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 wires, coiling the charge cable too tightly around the LCS enclosure will result in the charge cable feeling warmer to the touch than would ordinarily be the case. -
Page 28: Grounding Instructions
LCS User Manual GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This product must be grounded. If this product should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. LCS Hardwired EVSE Grounding The hardwired LCS is equipped with three service conductors shielded by three feet of flexible conduit. -
Page 29: Moving & Storage Instructions
LCS User Manual MOVING & STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: Both the hardwired LCS and the plug-in LCS-P are intended for fixed installations. For mounting requirements, consult the Mounting Procedures section of the Installation Instructions in this manual. Always turn off input power to the EVSE at the circuit breaker panel prior to hard-wiring an LCS to or disconnecting an LCS from the service lines. -
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. 2. -
Page 31: Specifications
LCS User Manual SPECIFICATIONS 240V AC single-phase - L1, L2, and Safety Ground. Line Input Power Voltage & Wiring: 208V AC 3-phase wye-connected - Any 2 phases and Safety Ground. 240V AC 3-phase, delta-connected. With center-tap on one leg, must use only the two phases on either side of the center-tap. The two phases must both measure 120V AC to ground. -
Page 32: Customer Support
LCS User Manual CUSTOMER SUPPORT Call your ClipperCreek 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 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
Enphase is notified of the defect. Enphase will not elect to issue a refund unless (i) Enphase is unable to provide a replacement and repair is not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made, or (ii) Covered Owner is willing to accept such a refund. - Page 34 LCS User Manual This page is intentionally blank. Page 34...
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- Page 36 ClipperCreek A division of Enphase Energy, Inc. www.clippercreek.com 877-694-4194...
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