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Page 1 EPIC Series Console 2.0 Operations 1 — Last update: 25 May 2021 HindlePower Inc Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1. EPIC 2.0 – Operations ..........................2 1.1. 5-Year Warranty ..........................3 1.2. Introduction ............................. 5 1.3. Video – Benefits & Features ......................6 2. Safety ..............................7 2.1. Key to Safety Symbols ........................7 2.2. Equipment Misuse Examples ......................8 2.3.
Page 3 6.2.1. Main Menu Overview ......................36 6.2.2. Main Menu Icons........................37 6.3. Configuring Basic Settings ......................39 6.4. Configuring System Settings ......................41 6.5. Accessing System Information ...................... 43 6.6. Accessing Communication Settings....................43 6.7. Accessing Event Logs ........................44 6.8.
Page 4: Epic 2.0 - Operations
EPIC Series Console 2.0 Operations - 1 1. 1. EPIC 2.0 – Operations EPIC 2.0 – Operations Complete your 5-year warranty SECTION SECTION TOPICS TOPICS 5-Year Warranty Introduction Video – Benefits & Features Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 2 of 75...
Page 5 Any consequential damage due to diagnosis or repair by any party other than the manufacturer’s authorized personnel is not covered under this warranty. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 3 of 75...
Page 6 Election to any of the above offered extended warranties must be done within the terms of Election to any of the above offered extended warranties must be done within the terms of the initial standard warranty. the initial standard warranty. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 4 of 75...
Page 7 The console provides a means for the operator to remotely monitor the system, and aids in NERC requirements through the following features: • Intrinsically safe hydrogen mitigation system incorporating separate bays for battery and Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 5 of 75...
Page 8 * Easy access to system and internal components without any specialized tools via front and optional rear doors, simplifying maintenance. 1.3. 1.3. Video – Benefits & Features Video – Benefits & Features https://www.youtube.com/embed/rb-07B1Jtpg?rel=0 Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 6 of 75...
Page 9: Safety
LOCKOUT TAGOUT is required before servicing. VENTILATION MANDATORY. Maintain at least 6in / 152mm of free air on all vented surfaces for cooling. Allow sufficient clearance to open front panel for servicing. Refer to manual. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 7 of 75...
Page 10 Do not operate this equipment without all guards and covers in place. Do not operate this equipment from any power source that does not match voltage rating stamped on equipment. Refer to Manufacturer’s Identification Label for operational requirements. 2.3. 2.3. DANGERS DANGERS Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 8 of 75...
Page 11 Do not operate the EPIC Series Console 2.0 with any supplied guards removed or improperly installed. Do not install the EPIC Series Console 2.0 in any environment for which it is not designed. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 9 of 75...
Page 12 Maintain at least 6in / 152mm of free air on all vented surfaces for cooling. Allow sufficient clearance to open the front and/or rear doors. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions, and therefore should be stored for easy access. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 10 of 75...
Page 13: Receiving & Mounting
Remove console from shipping pallet. Inspect for possible damage, using checklist below. If damage found, follow the instructions for proper reporting in Section 3.3. Inspection Checklist Inspection Checklist • Includes all items on packing list. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 11 of 75...
Page 14: Identifying Dimensions & Weight
Identifying Dimensions & Weight Methods for Moving Do NOT lift, push, or relocate the EPIC Series Console 2.0 with batteries of any type installed within the enclosure. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 12 of 75...
Page 15 Once the pallet has been moved to the console’s desired mounting location, supplied lifting straps can be used to lift the console, remove the pallet, and return the console to the floor. Lift Strap Instruction Video Lift Strap Instruction Video Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 13 of 75...
Page 16 Based on the number of doors in your unit, click on the appropriate link to see an enlarged diagram of how the lift straps should be placed before lifting. Thumbnail Thumbnail Link Link Single Door Setup Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 14 of 75...
Page 17: Mounting
Refer to appropriate Foundation Mounting Drawing, according to the number of bays your unit has, for mounting dimensions, shipped weight, and mounting instructions. Thumbnail Thumbnail Link Link JE5276-01 Single Bay Foundation Mounting Drawing Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 15 of 75...
Page 18 5. Concrete pad should extend a minimum of 6’’ [153mm] from edge of cabinet on all sides, and be 4000 psi or greater. 6. Electrical conduit may enter from underneath cabinet, but only through electrical bay shown in Detail B on Foundation Mounting Drawing. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 16 of 75...
Page 19: Confirming Console Configuration
The factory-configured model number of your EPIC Series Console 2.0 is coded to describe the size and type of cabinet, as well as the included features and options. Please find the model number on the data nameplate and write it in the space provided above Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 17 of 75...
Page 20 HindlePower Inc EPIC Series Console 2.0 Operations - 1 the table on the next page. Refer to the codes in the table to determine the configuration of your particular console. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 18 of 75...
Page 21: Examining Console Layout
This may include the battery charger, DC distribution, AC distribution, environmental controls and the Hindle Health System. This also houses any third party electrical equipment the user may want to install after installation. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 19 of 75...
Page 22: Options
Hindle Health System described in Section 8 automatically purges the battery bay so that concentrations of hydrogen cannot reach explosive levels. 3.8. 3.8. Options Options Click on any toggle below to see a description of the available option: Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 20 of 75...
Page 23 40-55 CFM. Seismic Compliance Seismic Compliance The seismic compliance option will allow you to meet seismic requirements using built-in adjustable battery bracing and anchoring per drawing JE5276-00. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 21 of 75...
Page 24 This option would be utilized in areas of increased snow accumulation or flooding. Assembly of the kit is required. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 22 of 75...
Page 25 The sling angle, as measured from the sling to the roof of the enclosure, should be no less than 60 degrees. Do NOT lift, push, or relocate the EPIC Series Console 2.0 with batteries of any type installed within the enclosure. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 23 of 75...
Page 26: Wiring
National Electric Code (NEC) standards as well as local/site codes. Confirm polarity of all dc cabling before making connections. All system wiring supplied with the EPIC Series Console 2.0 uses XLPE wire per HindlePower standard CB0002-00.
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Page 28: Controls & Navigation
Controls & Navigation SECTION SECTION TOPICS TOPICS EPIC Controller Overview of Screens Main Menu and Navigation 5.1. 5.1. EPIC Controller EPIC Controller EPIC Controller is organized into four (4) major groups or sections. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 26 of 75...
Page 29: Main Menu & Navigation
The various screens include user prompts and navigation icons to simplify the experience. EPIC screens can be grouped, by function, into five basic types. Click on the expandable toggles below for more details: Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 27 of 75...
Page 30 The navigation control buttons (MENU, ESC, EDIT/ENTER, LEFT, RIGHT, UP and DOWN) are used to navigate through EPIC Series Console 2.0 screens and menus. This system is intuitive to most people as it is similar to universally-adopted television remote control navigation buttons. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 28 of 75...
Page 31: Menu And Arrow Buttons
Pressing EDIT/ENTER with ‘View event log’ selected, as shown above, takes the user to an event log entry as seen below. The previous screenshot is an example where a left and right arrow icon appear in the top right Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 29 of 75...
Page 32 Navigation Convention: Navigation Convention: Command > Command > Command With this convention, the previous example’s command sequence is: MENU > EVENT LOGS > “View event log”. Screen Convention: een Convention: Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 30 of 75...
Page 33: Escape (Esc) & Alarm Buttons
HHS status LEDs – that appear on the door of the EPIC Series Console 2.0 and on the EPIC Controller. This information can be reported via Modbus or DNP protocols using an RS-485 serial port or Ethernet. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 31 of 75...
Page 34 A complete description of the tests performed by the Hindle Health System can be found in Section If your console was shipped before all these HHS capabilities were functional, contact the manufacturer at 610-330-9000 to obtain a firmware update that will enable them. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 32 of 75...
Page 35: Startup & Configuration
• Use the FACTORY SETTINGS listed in the following table. (If necessary after startup, you may change some settings using the instructions in Section 6.3, Configuring Basic Settings.) • Take about 15 seconds to start. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 33 of 75...
Page 36 2. Turn ON battery charger breakers (if applicable). 3. You will briefly see EPIC Controller version, followed by the HOME screen which displays the current battery and electric bay temperatures. The GREEN Hindle Health System light Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 34 of 75...
Page 37 EPIC Console Main Menu Press “MENU” to access the Main Menu. The five menu selection icons appear. Use the UP, DOWN, LEFT, or RIGHT arrow buttons to navigate. Icons appear in inverse video when selected; Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 35 of 75...
Page 38: Main Menu Overview
The diagram below provides a quick overview of tasks you can perform using each of the menus that are discussed in more detail on the next page. Afterward, you will see how to perform the tasks that can be done from each menu. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 36 of 75...
Page 39: Main Menu Icons
Opens a list of Event Log functions. You can view and clear logged events. Refer to Section 6.7 to learn how to access these logs and to Section 9 to examine log functions in detail. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 37 of 75...
Page 40 EPIC from the memory card, or to restore factory default settings. Opens configurable options for System Settings such as time, date, and temperature scale. See Section 6.4 for instructions. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 38 of 75...
Page 41: Configuring Basic Settings
UP or DOWN button. • Once desired setting is displayed, press EDIT/ENTER to store it. Clicking on each parameter below will reveal a screenshot of and additional details about the Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 39 of 75...
Page 42 Default is 37.8°C or 100°F. Battery Bay L Battery Bay Low T ow Temp Alar emp Alarm m Temperature within battery bay at which “Battery Bay Low Temperature Alarm” becomes active. Default is 15.6°C or 60°F. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 40 of 75...
Page 43: Configuring System Settings
Main Menu. 6.4. 6.4. Configuring System Settings Configuring System Settings This section details configuration of the EPIC Series Console 2.0 system parameters, including date, time, and temperature (Fahrenheit or Celsius). Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 41 of 75...
Page 44 Clicking on each parameter below will reveal a screenshot of how the parameter is changed: Setting System T Setting System Time EPIC Series Console 2.0 uses a 24-hour clock (e.g. 2:30 PM is 14:30) Setting System Date Setting System Date Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 42 of 75...
Page 45: Accessing System Information
Accessing Communication Settings To access the communications settings, select MENU > Communication. Reference the EPIC Series Console Communications Manual for details on setting communication protocols and configuring parameters for all available communications ports. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 43 of 75...
Page 46: Accessing Event Logs
The EPIC Series Console 2.0 provides a socket for an Optional SD Memory Card. To access it, open the front panel, locate the Main Control Board attached to the door, and look on the top right. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 44 of 75...
Page 47: Installing Sd Memory Card
To copy the Event Log to SD Memory Card: MENU > EVENT LOGS > ‘Copy event log to SD card’ Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 45 of 75...
Page 48 1 for each file written ensuring that other configurations on the card will not be overwritten. You may use this saved configuration file to: • Restore configuration in case someone inadvertently changes a setting and doesn’t Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 46 of 75...
Page 49: Upgrading Firmware Via Memory Card
– using an SD Memory Card. The process takes a few minutes to perform. To upgrade EPIC Series Console 2.0 firmware, first obtain the latest file from the supplier. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 47 of 75...
Page 50 3. Move jumper JMP1 on the back of the controller board from position NORM to PROG. 4. Insert SD Memory Card with a valid EPIC firmware update file into the SD card socket. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 48 of 75...
Page 51 8. The update will take approximately 45 seconds and the controller will reboot and report whether the update succeeded or failed. The health LEDs will show green for a successful update and red for a failed update. After 5 seconds, the EPIC splash screen will be Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 49 of 75...
Page 52 HindlePower Inc EPIC Series Console 2.0 Operations - 1 displayed with the firmware version number and the controller will start up. 9. Move the jumper JMP1 from positions PROG back to NORM. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 50 of 75...
Page 53: Alarms & Indicators
• Relay Board Failure • Battery Bay Alarms: ◦ Battery Bay High Temperature ◦ Battery Bay Low Temperature ◦ Battery Bay Temperature Controller Failure ◦ Battery Bay Fan Failure • Electrical Bay Alarms: Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 51 of 75...
Page 54 The Active Alarm Bar is located at the bottom of the HOME screen. Key points regarding the Active Alarm Bar: • It reports any and all active alarms; it is blank if there are none. • If multiple alarms are active, it cycles through each alarm. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 52 of 75...
Page 55 • Get stored in the event log along with the time and date they occur, and may be cleared. • Will be reported to any protocol master polling the Controller. These alarms are detailed in the toggles found below each of the four alarm categories below: Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 53 of 75...
Page 56 To understand how fan alarm latching works, let’s consider another example. A user notices the red Hindle Health System LED is illuminated, goes to the Active Alarm List, and sees four active alarms. Subsequently, the user replaces Fan 2 which clears the alarm condition. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 54 of 75...
Page 57 Negative Ground F ound Fault Alar ault Alarm m Activated when a negative ground fault condition is detected by a connected charger. The Alarm screen will indicate which charger has alarmed. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 55 of 75...
Page 58 ATevo Operations – Single Phase Input – Group I 6-25 Adc Output ATevo Operations – Single Phase Input – Group II 30-100 Adc Output ATevo Operations – Three Phase Input – 25-1000 Adc Output Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 56 of 75...
Page 59: Overview & Components
• GREEN LED, when lit, indicates the EPIC Series Console 2.0 is healthy with no faults or alarms. • RED LED, when lit, indicates the EPIC Series Console 2.0 or a connected device Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 57 of 75...
Page 60 Hindle Health System screens allow you to test the EPIC Console to ensure it is maintaining battery temperature and proper ventilation. You can monitor the condition and/or operation of: • indicators • filters • fans • installed HVAC • battery temperature history Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 58 of 75...
Page 61: Introduction Screen
LEDs will illuminate to indicate health status, so when you see both of these LEDs lit during this test, you know that they are both working and can be trusted Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 59 of 75...
Page 62: Battery Temperature Test
The second test screen displays the current temperature of the battery along with the setpoint temperature which the console aims to maintain. Further explanation of why this test is performed is available by pressing the [HH] button (Fig. A). Press ENTER to proceed. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 60 of 75...
Page 63 HVAC configuration of your console is able to maintain your desired temperature for extended periods of time at the installation location, which is also explained on the Learn More screen (Fig. A). Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 61 of 75...
Page 64 • “Yes” (Fig.D): HVAC deemed acceptable. Test passes. Press ENTER to continue. • “No” (Fig. E): HVAC deemed unacceptable. Press ENTER to receive further instructions about changing HVAC to better control battery temperature at your installation. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 62 of 75...
Page 65: Temperature Self-Test
A/C if it is present. After viewing the result, press ENTER to proceed to the next test. Further explanation of why this test is performed is available by pressing [HH]. Note that a failed self-test is also indicated by a RED HH lamp (Fig. C). Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 63 of 75...
Page 66: Hvac Power Test
The HHS now asks you if the streamers that are placed near the outputs of the installed HVAC unit(s) are moving, which would provide visual proof that such unit(s) have powered up. You may learn more about this question by pressing the [HH] button before answering. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 64 of 75...
Page 67: Exhaust Fan Self-Test
ENTER to proceed to the next test. Further explanation of why this test is performed is available by pressing [HH]. Note that a failed self-test should also be indicated by a RED HH lamp (Fig. C). Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 65 of 75...
Page 68: Exhaust Fan Power Test
You may learn more about this question by pressing the [HH] button before answering. Based on your answer, you will proceed as follows: Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 66 of 75...
Page 69: Filters Visual Check
If, for some reason, you are unable to clear the filters, or if you need to obtain replacements, answer “No” and you will receive instructions for contacting the factory to correct the matter. Pressing [HH] provides benefits of filter cleaning (Fig. B). Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 67 of 75...
Page 70: Health Test Summary
(including fan number). An example of this is shown in Fig. B. Congratulations! By regularly taking just a few minutes to run the Hindle Health System — preferably every 3 months — you can be confident that the EPIC Console keeps your battery Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 68 of 75...
Page 71 Screen. An event will be added to the log file along with a time and date stamp. The results of each test are included in the log file. The result status will indicate that each test either PASSED, FAILED or was NOT RUN. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 69 of 75...
Page 72: Event Logs
Events include setpoint changes and when an alarm becomes active and is cleared. The log will show the date and time the event occurred, the event name, and the status change that created the event. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 70 of 75...
Page 73 Health Log. To clear the logs: MENU > EVENT LOGS > “Clear event log” > “Yes” to confirm EPIC will show progress while clearing the log, then show “Event log cleared” when done. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 71 of 75...
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Page 75: Maintenance
Troubleshooting Errors Troubleshooting Errors For help in troubleshooting the causes of and resolving errors that appear on the Alarm Screen or while running the Hindle Health System, please contact the factory at 610–330−9000. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 73 of 75...
Page 76 (including the ones listed in this manual), field service instructions, and product application notes for the EPIC Series Console 2.0 are available online at https://hindlepowerinc.com/products/epic-dc-power-systems/epic-series-console-20/. Saved in Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF), they are readily available for downloading and printing. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 74 of 75...
Page 77 For document availability of private- labeled manuals and/or standard drawings, please contact your sales representative or visit the web site listed on the back cover of this manual. Copyright HindlePower Inc. 2021 Page 75 of 75...