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SAFETY Applies To T680E This is the operator’s manual for the This supplemental operator’s manual Please refer to the Model T680 Model T680E, a battery electric vehicle. provides information on electric vehicle operator’s manual included with this Because this truck does not have an components, operations, and safety truck for information on components, internal combustion engine, the T680E...
SAFETY in this manual. Therefore, you should vehicle. Safety alerts are highlighted by Using this Manual pay close attention to the instructions the safety alert symbols and signal Please take time to become acquainted that pertain to just your vehicle. words such as “DANGER,”...
SAFETY Warnings that, if not avoided, could cause powertrain or parts used in your equipment or property damage. The application. The illustrations can alert will identify the hazard, how to contain symbols to indicate an action avoid the hazard, and the probable required and an acceptable or consequence of not avoiding the unacceptable condition.
SAFETY and reproductive harm. Wash your rights associated with the use of A Special Word about Repairs hands after handling. this data, contact: Before performing any repair, read and • Other chemicals in this vehicle • The California Department of understand all safety precautions and are also know to the State of warnings.
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SAFETY Even a well-maintained vehicle must be Every new vehicle is designed to WARNING! operated within the range of its conform to all Federal Motor Vehicle mechanical capabilities, electrical Safety Standards that were applicable Only allow qualified service capabilities, and load rating limits. See at the time of manufacture.
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SAFETY Authorized service facilities are Refer to the T680 Operator’s Manual circulates through a heater core for the equipped to perform repairs safely and for more guidance on safe driving. cab. correctly. Charger Vehicle Loading Additional Sources of This truck is equipped with a DC fast Refer to the T680 Operator’s Manual Information charger and has an optional AC...
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SAFETY Chiller eAxle Differential Propulsion Battery Packs The chiller maintains the optimal Each eAxle is equipped with a There are several high voltage battery operation temperature differential gear reduction and a wheel propulsion battery packs on this truck. threshold by circulating chilled coolant end reduction.
Roadside Assistance answer a specific question, they will research/emergency- Call toll-free to talk to someone at the direct you to a representative who can. response/emergency-response- PACCAR Customer Center. guides/kenworth First Responders Guide 1-800-KW-Assist Emergency Procedures First Responder instructions are If an accident occurs, follow the below (1-800-592-7747) available through the QR below.
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EMERGENCY When jacking the front end of a How to Jack an Electric Vehicle Towing vehicle, place the jack at the center of WARNING! the steer axle and then lift the vehicle. When jacking the back end of a vehicle, Do not tow this truck after an place the jack at the center of the rear accident if high voltage components...
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EMERGENCY If it is not possible to tow off the CAUTION! ground, the vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground using the Always put the transmission in following steps. neutral and remove the axle half shafts before towing. Failure to Wheels-on-the-Ground Towing comply may result in equipment or 1.
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EMERGENCY WARNING! NOTE WARNING! Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) batteries The maximum on-vehicle charge rate Never place chains or straps on or contain lead acid, which can burn a for LV batteries is 10 amps. across electric cables person on contact, and explosive components.
EMERGENCY Follow the steps in the first responders field guide for recovering a vehicle from a precarious position. Fuse Replacement Follow the steps in the T680 Operators Manual for replacing fuses. Refer to Additional PCAS Components for the location of the low voltage fuses for the battery electric truck components.
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CONTROLS Vehicle Cluster This section contains information on the battery electric vehicle cluster, switches, and HVAC. For reference, the T680E cluster is shown below. Each new gauge and telltale is described in the following section. The speedometer will either have MPH or KPH as the primary unit, but otherwise remains the same.
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CONTROLS 12. Primary & Secondary Air Color: Green Gauges in the Center Cluster Pressure Gauge Purposes: This telltale illuminates when 13. Auxiliary Power Loss Gauge the electric PTO (ePTO) is enabled. Telltales External Plug Connect Ready to Move Location: 9 Color: Green Location Descriptions: Purposes:...
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CONTROLS Stop Powertrain speed is reduced, and soon after, the WARNING! vehicle will completely shut off. Ensure the park brake is engaged NOTE before connecting the truck to a Location: 10 vehicle charger. Failure to engage the Color: Red This telltale is a standard indication of park brake before connecting the Purpose: This telltale illuminates when low vehicle charge.
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(such as extreme ambient either the RBS telltale is activated or and call the PACCAR Customer Center. temperatures or when a fault occurs). the propulsion battery pack is above For more information on the RBS, see...
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CONTROLS Location: 5 Location: 13 Purpose: This gauge helps drivers Purpose: This gauge shows the power determine if their driving is economical consumed by auxiliary components. (ECO) or resulting in regenerative Auxiliary component power braking, charging (CHG). Driving with consumption is considered any power the needle in the green ribbon region that is not consumed by the propulsion (CHG and ECO) will result in increased...
CONTROLS Motor Torque Available Gauge to heat the cab. It will take 1-2 minutes functionality is allowed at lower truck for the truck to start generating speeds. warmer air. Using the cab heater will reduce the truck’s range. NOTE NOTE Turn the regenerative braking lever ON to enable regenerative braking Set the HVAC in the recirculation...
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CONTROLS When regenerative braking is on, the Level Retarder Behavior NOTE green indicator will turn on. The telltale No Regenerative Braking has three dots that indicate the level of When the regenerative braking Low Regenerative Braking regen behavior. switch is OFF and 0% accelerator Level pedal demand occurs, the truck will Medium Regenerative...
CONTROLS Driver Controlled Differential Lock If the truck is losing traction, release WARNING! (DCDL) Switch the accelerator and ensure the truck This switch activates the Driver returns to stable traction levels before Do not turn on the Driver Controlled Controlled Differential Lock (DCDL) turning on the DCDL.
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CONTROLS The right-hand stalk can be rotated to WARNING! enter Drive, Neutral, or Reverse (see diagram below). Do not exit the vehicle without first making sure the parking brake is engaged. The gear change lock does not stop the operator from releasing the parking brake before they exit the vehicle, which could result in the vehicle moving during the charge...
OPERATION Truck Exterior PCAS Inspection (Located Under Cab) Pre-Trip Inspection 1. Check for low hanging cables Engage the park brake and put the WARNING! below the truck, especially transmission in neutral before high-voltage cables. Have an performing any checks. Do not attempt to check the coolant authorized technician examine level when it is still hot.
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OPERATION are all secure, intact, and free 6. The truck will be ready to WARNING! of chafing. move when the green Ready Verify all three of the coolant to Move telltale is illuminated. Turn the retarder switch to the OFF reservoirs are properly filled.
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OPERATION WARNING! NOTE Vehicle noise may be reduced in Stay within the green region of the some operation modes. The vehicle power output gauge to maximize operator must remain aware of truck range. nearby vehicles or pedestrians at all Shutdown Push to Release Park Brake times.
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OPERATION Charge Port Description The T680E has a DC fast charger and an optional AC charger. Both are SAE J1772 compliant. The CCS1 charge port is located on the driver’s side on the propulsion battery pack. Use the Charge Port LED (next to the truck’s charge port) and the charger’s interface to monitor the charging status.
OPERATION 1. Use the vehicle-side stop Initiating Charging NOTE button to request a stop WARNING! charge. For optimal performance and range, 2. Verify the charger says “not frequently charge the high voltage charging.” Ensure the park brake is engaged batteries to 100% state of charge, 3.
OPERATION Idle Shutdown CAUTION! CAUTION! This truck comes equipped with an automatic shutdown. If the truck is left If a shutdown occurs, the truck will Do not use the emergency cut-off on idle for longer than 45 minutes, the slowly drain the low-voltage battery. button except during an emergency.
MAINTENANCE of the orange high voltage Chassis and Cab Exterior Daily Checks cables) (See T680 Operator’s Manual) The driver should perform these checks Check for signs of of the vehicle daily, at a minimum. chafing or rubbing. Note and replace any damaged labels. Ensure all clamps or zip ties holding the Cab Interior...
MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule WARNING! WARNING! DANGER! Key off the truck and wait until all Only use approved air conditioning radiators are cool before checking (A/C) oil as listed in the maintenance Restrict high voltage system the coolant levels. Personal injury chart or on the vehicle’s A/C service maintenance to qualified personnel could occur if this warning is not...
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Only use the recommended oil, and the vehicle. Failures and damages does not specify which reservoir is do not mix recommended oils with caused improper low. other lubricants. Failure to comply connections are not covered by may result equipment or property PACCAR warranties. damage.
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MAINTENANCE Service Interval System Type of Fluid Capacities 1.25 gallons (4.7L) Cab Heater 10.25 gallons (38.8L) Radiator TRP Extended Life Coolant 50/50 2 years Propulsion To Centerline of Reservoir Sight Glass Battery Pack (ESS) Polyol ester oil (RL68H preferred) 120 mL POE oil Cab A/C As needed R134a...
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MAINTENANCE Component Inspection WARNING! WARNING! Intervals If any issues involving the high- DO NOT attempt to diagnose or WARNING! voltage electrical system correct vehicle issues. Please contact discovered, DO NOT drive the or take your vehicle to an authorized DO NOT touch or attempt to remove vehicle.
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MAINTENANCE Component Description Inspection Type Interval HV Cable WARNING! Connectors Do not attempt this inspection unless you are a Kenworth Mechanical Once every two years technician with a Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Level Three certification. Failure to comply will result in death, injury, or property damage.
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MAINTENANCE Component Description Inspection Type Interval Coolant In/Out Once a year or during regular Verify tubes for coolant leaks at entry and exit points. Visual (Motor) scheduled truck maintenance Ground Location Once a year or during regular Ensure ground is securely fastened. Visual (Inverter) scheduled truck maintenance...
MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Vehicle WARNING! CAUTION! WARNING! Do not wash the truck while it is Do not get any harnesses, cables, or charging. Do not wash the charge coolant routes wet. Failure to comply Do not pressure wash any part of this port, especially not while the truck is may result in equipment or property vehicle.
MAINTENANCE Vehicle Storage Instructions CAUTION! Battery EV Storage Requirements Summary Failure to follow these guidelines Duration Less than 15 days 15 days or longer* may result in poor performance, and SOC (State of Charge) 40%-100% 100%** potentially unwarrantable repairs. Environment Well ventilated Refer your...
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INFORMATION Once the vehicle starts the battery Battery Monitoring System balancing process, try to avoid stopping The vehicle is equipped with passive the BMS. If the vehicle must be battery balancing through the Battery operated, press the “stop charge” Monitoring System (BMS). The Energy button on the vehicle to stop the BMS.
INFORMATION Warranty Schedule NOTE This Battery Electric Powertrain For optimal performance and range, warranty schedule applies only to charge the high voltage batteries to original factory equipment and is 100% state of charge frequently, subject to the terms and limitations in preferably at least once per week.
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INFORMATION Vehicle System Months Miles Battery Electric Powertrain System [All other components not listed below] This coverage applies to the electric powertrain system, except for additional coverage 100,000 and warranty exclusions. eAxle 300,000 Motor/Transmission/Carrier ePowertrain 300,000 eAccessory Systems Air Compressor and Motor Power Steering Hydraulic Pump and Motor 300,000 HVAC Compressor and Motor...
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