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  • Page 1 A division of Enphase Energy, Inc. User Manual • • • • • • • Model ACS...
  • Page 2 California como causante de cáncer. Para más información visite: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov To view the latest version of this manual please visit clippercreek.com/installation-manuals ACS User Manual Version 11, February 2022 Copyright 2022 Enphase Energy All rights reserved. Printed in the USA. Manual number: 7004-0023-B Page 2...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ACS User Manual CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......5 Instructions Pertaining to a Risk of Fire or Electric Shock ..6 Additional Safety Information ..........10 FCC INFORMATION .............12 OPERATION ................13 The ACS Front Panel ............14 INSTALLATION SERVICE CONNECTIONS ..........15 MOUNTING PROCEDURES .........23 For Hollow-Wall Construction ........24 For Solid-Wall Construction ..........25 WIRING INSTRUCTIONS ..........26...
  • Page 4 ACS User Manual ILLUSTRATIONS Figures 1. Front Panel ................14 2. 220/240V Single Phase ............19 3. 208V 3-Phase, Wye-Connected ..........20 4. 240V 3-Phase, Delta-Connected w/Center Tap on One Leg ..21 5. Mounting the ACS to a Hollow Wall ........24 6. Wiring the ACS in a Junction Box ........26 7.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    ACS 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 EVSE: NOTE: This means pay particular attention.
  • Page 6: Instructions Pertaining To A Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock

    ACS User Manual circuits électriques et les pratiques courantes de prévention des accidents. ADVERTENCIA: Este símbolo significa peligro. Usted está en una situación que podría causar lesiones corporales. Antes de trabajar en cualquier equipo eléctrico, tenga en cuenta los peligros relacionados con los circuitos eléctricos Instructions Pertaining to a Risk of Fire or Electric Shock When using the ACS, basic electrical safety precautions should be followed:...
  • Page 7 ACS User Manual • Do not allow children to operate this device. Adult supervision is mandatory when children are in proximity to an EVSE that is in use. • Have an electrician verify all is correct and in compliance with local code requirements before connecting the EVSE. Instructions se Rapportant à...
  • Page 8 ACS User Manual pour obtenir des informations sur le représentant du service dans votre région. • Ne pas utiliser dans les garages commerciaux où un garage commercial est défini comme une installation (ou une partie) utilisé pour la réparation de véhicules à combustion interne dans lequel la zone peut être classée en raison de vapeurs inflammables étant présents (Tels que de l’essence.) •...
  • Page 9 ACS User Manual • Este producto no contiene partes reparables por el usuario. Consulte la sección de Atención al Cliente en este manual para obtener información de servicio. No intente reparar o reparar el EVSE usted mismo. • No opere este EVSE si éste o el cable de carga SAE J1772 están físicamente abiertos, agrietados, deshilachados o dañados de otra manera.
  • Page 10: Additional Safety Information

    ACS User Manual Additional Safety Instructions WARNING: Turn off power to the EVSE at the circuit breaker panel before moving, servicing or cleaning the unit. AVERTISSEMENT: Couper l’alimentation de l’EVSE au niveau du panneau de disjoncteurs avant de déplacer, d’effectuer la maintenance ou de nettoyer l’appareil. ADVERTENCIA: Desconecte la alimentación del EVSE en el panel del interruptor automático antes de mover, reparar o limpiar la unidad.
  • Page 11 ACS 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 ACS n’est pas équipé pour contrôler les ventilateurs. Ne chargez pas le véhicule avec les ACS si la ventilation est nécessaire.
  • Page 12: Fcc Information

    ACS 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

    ACS User Manual OPERATION The ACS EVSE is a compact wall mounted EVSE 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. Unwrap the SAE J1772 charge cable and plug the charge coupler firmly into the vehicle’s charge port.
  • Page 14: The Acs Front Panel

    ACS User Manual The ACS Front Panel Figure 1: Front Panel The front panel on the ACS has four indicator lights: POWER (Amber), indicates that power is available to the ACS. CHARGING (Green), indicates that the vehicle is requesting a charge and AC power is currently applied to the vehicle.
  • Page 15: Installation Service Connections

    ACS 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 ACS User Manual CAUTION: This is a single-phase device. Do not connect all three phases of a 3-phase feed! You may use any single phase of a three phase wye-transformer feed. The center point of the three phases (usually used as Neutral) must be grounded somewhere in the system.
  • Page 17 ACS User Manual CAUTION: The phase used must measure 120V to Neutral. Earth Ground must be connected to Neutral at only one point, usually at the service entry breaker panel. ATTENTION: Les phase utilisé doivent mesurer 120V à Neutre. Mise à la terre doit être connecté au Neutre en un seul point, généralement à...
  • Page 18 ACS 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 19 ACS User Manual WARNING: Local electrical codes must always be followed when installing the grounding stake. AVERTISSEMENT: Les codes électriques locaux doivent toujours être respectées lors de l’installation du piquet de mise à la terre. ADVERTENCIA: Siempre se deben seguir los códigos eléctricos locales al instalar la estaca de conexión a tierra.
  • Page 20 ACS User Manual Figure 3: 208V 3-Phase, Wye-Connected NOTE: With a wye-connected secondary, any one of the legs, in addition to Neutral, can be used to provide 120V to the ACS. For example, L1 & Neutral, or L2 & Neutral, or L3 &...
  • Page 21 ACS User Manual Figure 4: 240V 3-Phase, Delta-Connected w/Center-Tap on One Leg CAUTION: With the delta connection, one leg must be center-tapped. Only one of the two phases on either side of the center tap can be used. The phase must measure 120V to Neutral.
  • Page 22 ACS User Manual 120V a punto Neutral. La tercera línea (L3) del delta es de 208V, con respecto al punto Neutro, y se refiere a veces como un “stinger.” ¡No utilice esta tercera línea! Consulte la documentación del fabricante del transformador para estar seguro de que la pierna única puede suministrar la potencia necesaria.
  • Page 23: Mounting Procedures

    ACS User Manual MOUNTING PROCEDURES Locate the wall mounting position of the EVSE: • On the hardwired ACS, the three service conductors are shielded by three feet of flexible conduit. The ACS must be positioned such that this conduit can reach a nearby service panel or junction box.
  • Page 24: For Hollow-Wall Construction

    ACS User Manual 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 25: For Solid-Wall Construction

    ACS User Manual 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 26: Wiring Instructions

    ACS User Manual WIRING INSTRUCTIONS Route the ACS conduit to a nearby junction box. Use the included ¼” trade size watertight conduit fitting and sealing washer to provide a moisture-resistant seal between the conduit fitting and the junction box. If necessary, drill a 1/2” diameter hole to accommodate the conduit fitting or use the included 1/4”...
  • Page 27 ACS User Manual REMARQUE: Les trois conducteurs service la ACS utiliser multibrins 12 AWG, 75ºC fil de cuivre. L’isolation de chaque conducteur est un code couleur pour une installation standard de 240V AC: Vert: Mise à la Terre Ligne 1 (120V AC à Mise à la Terre) Noir: Blanc: Neutre...
  • Page 28: Grounding Instructions

    ACS 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. The hardwired ACS is equipped with three service conductors shielded by three feet of flexible conduit.
  • Page 29: Mounting The Sae J1772 Connector Holster

    ACS 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 and safe access to the SAE J1772 connector.
  • Page 30 ACS User Manual Figure 7: Mounting the Holster Using the Exterior Wood Screws and Washers Page 30...
  • Page 31: Charge Cable Wrap Guidelines

    ACS User Manual CHARGE CABLE WRAP GUIDELINES The ACS 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 ACS enclosure will result in the charge cable feeling warmer to the touch than would ordinarily be the...
  • Page 32: Maintenance

    ACS User Manual MAINTENANCE The ACS 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 33: Customer Support

    ACS 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 ACS enclosure.
  • Page 34: Specifications

    ACS User Manual SPECIFICATIONS Line Input Power Voltage & Wiring: 120V AC single-phase - Line, Neutral and Safety Ground. Supplied Service L1, Neutral and Ground use 12AWG, 75°C Conductors: copper wire Voltage Range: 85V AC to 132V AC Frequency: 60 Hz CCID: Includes CCID with automatic reset.
  • Page 35: 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 36 ClipperCreek A division of Enphase Energy, Inc. www.clippercreek.com 877-694-4194...

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