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HCS User Manual PLEASE NOTE This user manual includes the latest information at the time of printing. Enphase Energy, 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. Contact a Customer Service Representative with any questions about the use of this product.
HCS User Manual CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................5 Instructions Pertaining to a Risk of Fire or Electric Shock Additional Safety Instructions 6 12 FCC INFORMATION................................................................................14 OPERATION............................................................................................... 15 The HCS Front Panel 16 INSTALLATION - SERVICE CONNECTIONS.....................................
HCS User Manual ILLUSTRATIONS Figures 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. HCS Front Panel.............................................................................................16 220/240V Single Phase..................................................................................21 208V 3-Phase, Wye-Connected......................................................................21 240V 3-Phase, Delta-Connected, with Center-Tap on One Leg....................
HCS 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. Notes contain helpful suggestions. REMARQUE: Cela signifie accorder une attention particulière. Les remarques contiennent des suggestions utiles.
HCS User Manual ADVERTENCIA: Este símbolo significa peligro. Está en una situación que podría lesionarse. Antes de trabajar en cualquier equipo eléctrico, debe estar consciente de los riesgos relacionados con los circuitos eléctricos y practicas estándares de prevención de accidentes.
• • HCS User Manual Do not place fingers inside of the coupler end of the SAE J1772 charge cable. Do not allow children to operate this device. Adult supervision is mandatory when children are in proximity to an EVSE that is in use. Additional Instructions for Plug-In HCS Configurations • 240V plugs are specifically designed for occasional relocation, such as moving from one home to another home.
HCS User Manual Instructions se Rapportant à un Risque d’Incendie ou de Choc Électrique Lorsque l’utilisation de la HCS, 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. Consultez le manuel du propriétaire du véhicule afin de déterminer si le véhicule est équipé d’un correcte port de recharge.
HCS User Manual • Ne pas laisser les enfants utiliser cet appareil. Supervision d’un adulte est obligatoire lorsque des enfants sont à proximité d’une station de recharge qui est en cours d’utilisation. Instructions supplémentaires pour les configurations HCS enfichables • Les prises de 240V sont spécialement conçues pour les relocalisations occasionnelles, tel que le déménagement d’une maison à une autre.
HCS User Manual Instrucciones relacionadas con un riesgo de incendio o descarga eléctrica Al utilizar el HCS, se deben seguir las siguientes precauciones básicas de seguridad eléctrica: • Utilice este EVSE para cargar vehículos eléctricos equipados con un puerto de carga SAE J1772 únicamente. Consulte el manual del propietario del vehículo para determinar si el vehículo está equipado con el puerto de carga correcto.
HCS User Manual Instrucciones adicionales para configuraciones de HCS enchufables • Los tomacorrientes de 240V están específicamente diseñados para reubicaciones ocasionales, como la mudanza de una casa a otra. • Por su seguridad personal, el interruptor de circuito DEBE estar apagado antes de enchufar Y/O desenchufar dispositivos de 240V (incluyendo este dispositivo EVSE). • Se recomienda encarecidamente una salida (receptáculo) NEMA dedicada.
HCS 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.
HCS User Manual cargados en interiores. Consulte el manual del propietario del vehículo para determinar si su vehículo requiere ventilación durante la carga en interiores. NOTE: Vehicles which conform to the SAE J1772 standard for communication can inform the charge station that they require an exhaust fan. The HCS is not equipped to control ventilation fans. Do not charge the vehicle with the HCS if ventilation is required.
HCS 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. This product has been designed to protect against Radio Frequency Interference (RFI).
HCS User Manual OPERATION The HCS EVSE is a compact wall or pedestal-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. Both hardwired HCS and plug-in HCS versions are available. To use the HCS simply unwrap the charge cable and plug the SAE J1772 connector firmly into the vehicle's charge port.
HCS User Manual The HCS Front Panel The front panel on the HCS has four indicator lights, as shown in Figure 1. Figure 1: HCS Front Panel POWER (Amber), indicates that power is available to the HCS. CHARGING (Green), indicates that the vehicle is requesting a charge and AC power is currently applied to the vehicle. POWER FAULT (Red), indicates that the HCS is not wired correctly. The problem can be due to improper grounding or a missing Earth Ground.
HCS 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).
HCS User Manual CAUTION: This is a single-phase device. Do not connect all three phases of a 3-phase feed! You may use any two phases of a three phase wye-transformer feed. The centerpoint of the three phases (usually used as Neutral) must be grounded somewhere in the system. A Neutral connection is not required by the HCS. Only Line 1, Line 2, and Ground are required, as shown in Figure 3. ATTENTION: Il s’agit d’un appareil monophasé.
HCS User Manual CAUTION: If a 240V 3-phase feed is from a Deltaconnected secondary, the leg used must have a center-tap. That tap must be Grounded. Only the two phases on either side of the center-tapped leg can be used. See Figure 4. ATTENTION: Si une alimentation à triphasé 240V provient d’un triangle connecté secondaire, la bornes utilisée doit avoir un centretap. Que la tap doit être Mise à la Terre. Seuls les deux phases l’une ou l’autre côté du centre tapped brancher peut être utilisé.
HCS User Manual Only 3 wires are connected, but care must be taken that the service transformer secondary connection is definitely known, and the 3 wires from the main circuit breaker panel are connected and labeled correctly. Figures 2, 3, and 4 show the most common service transformer secondary wiring formats. Notice that L1, L2, & Ground are labeled on each diagram. Those transformer outputs correspond to the same inputs on the HCS.
HCS User Manual The following diagrams illustrate the three service transformer secondary connections most common in North America.
HCS User Manual NOTE: With a wye-connected secondary, any two of the legs can be used to provide 208V to the HCS. 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. Be sure the center point is grounded to Earth somewhere in the system. REMARQUE: Avec un transformateur étoile-connecté secondaire, deux des lignes peut être utilisé pour fournir 208V à la HCS. Par exemple, L1 & L2, ou L1 & L3, ou L2 & L3.
HCS User Manual 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. The third line (L3) of the delta is 208V, with respect to Neutral, and is sometimes referred to as a “stinger.” Do not use this third line! Consult the transformer manufacturer’s literature to be sure the single leg can supply the required power.
HCS User Manual ATTENTION: Un triphasé triangle-connecté transformateur secondaire sans centre-tap sur le terminal ne peut pas être utilisé avec la HCS. Aucun point “Neutre” est disponible pour être connecté à Mise à la Terre pour protection de défaut à la terre. Le HCS ne permettra pas le contacteur de fermer si elle ne détecte pas la présence d’un fil de Masse connecté à un point “Neutre” sur le secondaire du transformateur.
HCS User Manual MOUNTING PROCEDURES Determine the wall mounting position of the EVSE: • On the hardwired HCS, the three service conductors are shielded by 3' (1 m) of flexible conduit at the bottom of the unit. The HCS must be positioned such that this conduit can reach a nearby junction box. • On the plug-in HCS, the NEMA plug head is connected by 12" (30.5 cm) of cable (including the plug head) to the bottom side of the HCS.
HCS User Manual HCS EVSE Mounting for Hollow-Wall Construction • Place the unit such that both mounting holes can take advantage of solid structural framing inside of the wall or a strong wall surface such as plywood. • Size ¼”- 20 lag screws are recommended for mounting the HCS to a wooden structure. Pre-drill appropriately sized pilot holes to allow the lag screw to grip the wooden structure while preventing the wood from cracking or splintering while the screw is fastened.
HCS User Manual HCS 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 both mounting points. • To secure the unit in brick or stone, pre-drill appropriately sized holes and use sleeve anchors at both mounting points. • The included plastic angle washers can be oriented to allow bolts to be fastened either at an angle or perpendicular to the mounting surface.
HCS User Manual MOUNTING THE SAE J1772 CONNECTOR HOLSTER The SAE J1772 connector holster is included 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. • • For indoor installation, mount the SAE J1772 connector holster between 18” (45.7 cm) and 48” (122 cm) above the ground or grade.
HCS User Manual Figure 7: Mounting the SAE J1772 Connector Holster Using the Exterior Wood Screws and Washers 29
HCS User Manual CHARGE CABLE WRAP GUIDELINES The HCS 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 HCS enclosure will result in the charge cable feeling warmer to the touch than would ordinarily be the case.
HCS User Manual WIRING INSTRUCTIONS (Hardwired HCS) Route the HCS conduit to a nearby junction box. Use the included ½” 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 ⅞” diameter hole to accommodate the conduit fitting. For outdoor installations, ensure the junction box is fully sealed using appropriate electrical grade silicone sealant.
HCS User Manual Les trois conducteurs de service HCS-50, HCS-60 et HCS-80 fournis utilisent des câbles toronnés de calibre 8 AWG, 90ºC fil de cuivre. L’isolation de chaque conducteur est un code couleur pour l’installation de 240V AC norme: Vert: Mise à la Terre Noir: Ligne 1 (120V AC à Mise à la Terre) Rouge: Ligne 2 (120V AC à Mise à la Terre) Los tres conductores de servicio HCS-15, 20, 25, 30 o 40 suministrados utilizan un cable de cobre trenzado de 10 AWG 90ºC.
HCS User Manual RECEPTACLE INSTRUCTIONS (Plug-In HCS) The plug-in HCS is fitted with either a NEMA 14-50 or 6-50 plug extending from the bottom of the HCS enclosure. Regulations limit this plug to a maximum of 12 inches (30.5 cm) in length, including the plug head. For this reason, the plug-in HCS must be mounted above the NEMA receptacle and must also be located within 12" (30.5 cm) of it. In both NEMA 14-50P and 6-50P configurations, the ground pin is located at the furthest point on the plug.
HCS User Manual GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This product must be grounded. If this product should malfunction, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. HCS Hardwired EVSE Grounding The hardwired HCS is equipped with three service conductors shielded by three feet of flexible conduit.
HCS User Manual USING THE PADLOCK A padlock with three keys is included with ClipperCreek EVSE when the connector style includes a lock hole. This rust-proof, solid brass padlock is provided to secure the charge connector to prevent the vehicle’s charge from being interrupted via removal. Figure 11: Locking the SAE J1772 Connector with Padlock Included Insert Padlock into opening at the top of the SAE J1772 Connector then close to secure.
HCS User Manual MOVING & STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: Both the hardwired HCS and the plug-in HCS 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 HCS to or disconnecting an HCS from the service lines.
HCS User Manual OPTIONAL FEATURES If the HCS unit being installed is equipped with an optional feature such as ChargeGuard, Share2, COSMOS, use the provided HCS Optional Features User Manual. A digital copy of the HCS Optional Features User Manual can be found at: clippercreek.
HCS User Manual MAINTENANCE The HCS 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. Unplug the EVSE from the receptacle. 3. Clean the EVSE using a soft cloth lightly moistened with mild detergent solution.
HCS User Manual CUSTOMER SUPPORT Call a ClipperCreek Service Representative at any time, 24 hours a day, at the number below. PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER AVAILABLE WHEN CALLING. This information is printed on the label on the side of the HCS enclosure. If a call is made after business hours or on weekends, please leave a name, telephone number, the unit serial number, and a brief description of the problem. A Service Representative will call back at the earliest opportunity.
HCS User Manual SPECIFICATIONS Line Input Power 240V AC single-phase - L1, L2, and Safety Ground. Voltage & Wiring: 208V AC 3-phase wye-connected - Any two 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. Do not use the third leg (208V “Stinger”).
HCS User Manual Weight: HCS-15, 20, 25, 30, 40 or HCS-40P with 40A SAE J1772 connector and 25’ length of cable: 6.1kg (13.5 lbs) HCS-20R, HCS-30R, or HCS-40R with 32A SAE J1772 connector and 25’ length of cable: 6.1kg (13.5 lbs) HCS-50 or HCS-50P with 40A SAE J1772 connector and 25’ length of cable: 6.3kg (14 lbs) HCS-60 with 48A SAE J1772 connector and 25’ length of cable: 9.
HCS User Manual LIMITED WARRANTY – ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT and ACCESSORIES Enphase Energy, Inc. through its ClipperCreek division 11850 Kemper Road Auburn, California 95603 Phone: 877-694-4194 Email: information@clippercreek.net Subject to the terms and conditions below, Enphase Energy, Inc.
HCS User Manual LIMITED WARRANTY – ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY EQUIPMENT and ACCESSORIES Enphase Energy, Inc. through its ClipperCreek division 11850 Kemper Road Auburn, California 95603 Phone: 877-694-4194 Email: information@clippercreek.net Subject to the terms and conditions below, Enphase Energy, Inc.
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