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buttons within their respective pages. More detail is given below about each error 
message along with a description of what to try if the first step does not work.  
 
**When debugging any error or warning, first ensure that all cables are properly 
connected and check the status of the COM and CHARGE LEDs 
 
 

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Description 

Service 

Details 

142 

Power 
Accessory Input 
Voltage 
Warning 

Ensure correct voltage 
of input power source  

If using 4 V-Mount batteries, this warning 
will be triggered if the input voltage is 
below 51V or if a single V-Mount 
battery’s input voltage is below 12.8V. If 
using the 48V input, this warning will be 
triggered if the input voltage is below 
46V.  

143 

Power 
Accessory Input 
Voltage Error 

Ensure correct voltage 
of power source

 

If using 4 V-Mount batteries, this warning 
will be triggered if the input voltage is 
below 49.5V or if a single V-Mount 
battery’s input voltage is below 11.9V. If 
using the 48V input, this warning will be 
triggered if the input voltage is below 
45V.  

147  

Power 
Accessory 
Over-Current 
Error 

Disarm system and 
remove power source 

Ensure the proper 
power source is being 
connected

 

The main UPC processor communicates 
with the current-limiting charging circuitry 
to ensure that the charging current 
amplitude never exceeds a certain level 
(9A). If this threshold is exceeded, this 
error will be triggered. If this error 
persists, contact Customer Support. 

152 

Power 
Accessory 
Over-Voltage 
Error 

Disarm system and 
remove power source 

Ensure the proper 
power source is being 
connected

 

The main UPC processor communicates 
with the current-limiting charging circuitry 
to ensure that the charging voltage 
amplitude never exceeds the maximum 
allowed voltage for the ultra-capacitor 
modules. If this threshold is exceeded, 
this error will be triggered. If this error 
persists, contact Customer Support. 

154 

Power 
Accessory 
Ultracap Level 
Warning 

Reduce use until the 
Ultracaps have the 
chance to charge more  

To ensure that the UPC is outputting 48V 
to power ULTRA, the ultra-capacitor bank 
must be within a certain window of 
voltages (21-29V). The percentage gauge 

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Summary of Contents for Ultracap Power Core

Page 1: ...UPC Operation Manual v1 0 December 2019...

Page 2: ...d the safety labels attached to this equipment utilize signal words that signify safety hazards with different levels of severity The words are preceded by a triangle signifying that these are safety...

Page 3: ...nty 6 Intellectual Property 6 Parts of the UPC 7 UPC System Overview 7 Setting up the UPC 8 Setup Process 9 Using the UPC 11 UPC Interface 11 Known Hazards 13 Transporting the UPC 13 Troubleshooting 1...

Page 4: ...ore using the UPC for the first time 1 Read this Operation Manual 2 Read the Warranty in the Terms of Sale 3 Watch any available video tutorials at www motocrane com support 4 Recommended Attend MotoC...

Page 5: ...must not exceed system ratings for MotoCrane products as set forth in this Operation Manual Do not modify or adjust the UPC The UPC has been calibrated before it is shipped to you No modification or a...

Page 6: ...s a limited manufacturer s warranty on parts and assembly See the Terms and Conditions of Sale for your UPC for a complete description of this limited warranty This Limited Warranty is incorporated by...

Page 7: ...Parts of the UPC UPC Module 10 Power Output Cable UPC System Overview 7...

Page 8: ...Connect the UPC output cable to the PSU Make sure the PSU MAIN PWR switch is in the OFF position 5 Turn the CHARGE INPUT SWITCH ON 6 Turn the 48V POWER OUTPUT SWITCH ON to begin charging the ultra ca...

Page 9: ...l 48V input such as the 12VA the BATTERY ARRAY V Mount input To select the 48V external input 48V power source must be connected to the 48V INPUT socket under the switch and the INPUT SELECT SWITCH mu...

Page 10: ...C is ready to power up ULTRA the PSU switch MAIN power can be turned on Wait until the READY LED turns green before turning on the PSU During normal operation the UPC will expend energy stored in the...

Page 11: ...in the UPC Diagnostics portion of the GUI UPC Interface The upgraded ULTRA Controller GUI redirects all DIAGNOSTICS buttons to a new DIAGNOSTICS sub menu shown below The standard ULTRA DIAGNOSTICS can...

Page 12: ...you are using the 12VA as an input source the battery gauges will be absent Note the differences in the following figures Numeric Battery Array voltages should be used for reference only as actual vo...

Page 13: ...user should pay close attention to the LEDs on the UPC front panel Capacitor charge level The user should be monitoring the ultra capacitor charge level gauge at all time Do not let the ultra capacito...

Page 14: ...ULTRA has multiple internal sensors and an error reporting system built into the GUI The UPC shares this error and warning reporting infrastructure and allows the user to monitor these events via the...

Page 15: ...l be triggered if the input voltage is below 45V 147 Power Accessory Over Current Error Disarm system and remove power source Ensure the proper power source is being connected The main UPC processor c...

Page 16: ...sue or the issue persists contact Customer Support as the electronics may be malfunctioning and require replacement 158 Power Accessory COM Error Disarm system and power cycle PSU and UPC Within the U...

Page 17: ...ules themselves should not generate significant heat during normal operation Under certain rare situations such as a problem with the internal balancing circuit an ultra capacitor module could become...

Page 18: ...agnose the issue If we determine that a manufacturing defect exists in a part and it is covered under the Limited Warranty we will repair the unit at no cost to you If your system is experiencing gene...

Page 19: ...ion of the module Make sure adequate room is given for cable and wire routing to the UPC and for the easy install removal of V Mount batteries The UPC and be mounted in any orientation but must be pro...

Page 20: ...Supply PSU included with every ULTRA and can also be used with the available 12VA accessory to use the 12V car battery alternator as a charge input Use the diagram below to better understand how thes...

Page 21: ...pport support motocrane com This content is subject to change Download the latest version from www motocrane com support If you have any questions about this document please contact MotoCrane LLC by s...

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