HCS-D User Manual
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OPERATION
NOTE:
Multiple configurations of the HCS-D EVSE are
discussed in this manual; we recommend contacting
ClipperCreek, Inc., as some units are not yet available.
The HCS-D 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.
Simply unwrap the
SAE-J1772
TM
charge cable and plug the
connector firmly into the vehicle’s charge port. Both connectors
can be in use at the same time. When one connector is plugged
into a vehicle, the EVSE makes 100% of its power available to
that vehicle. When both connectors are plugged into vehicles
requesting power, the EVSE splits the power evenly between the
vehicles. When one vehicle completes its charge, the other vehicle
has access to 100% of the power until it completes charging, is
unplugged, or another vehicle that requests power is connected to
the HCS-D. The status of each connected vehicle is displayed on
the front panel of the HCS-D.
Normally, the vehicle will immediately request a charge once the
cable is plugged into the vehicle. Within a few seconds the green
“Charging” light on the face of the HCS-D will turn on and the
charging cycle will begin. After an average driving day the vehicle
battery pack will require several hours to recharge completely.
Charging overnight is the most convenient way to maintain healthy
batteries and ensure the vehicle’s full range will be available for
the next day.
When the vehicle has stopped charging the green “Charging” light
on the HCS-D will turn off. To remove the connector head once a
charge cycle has completed (or to interrupt a charge in progress)
press and hold down the latch release lever on the connector
handle, ensure the green “Charging” light has turned off, then
unplug the connector from the vehicle charge port.
