AUTOCAR E-ACTT, Service Manual

Page 1: ...autocartruck com Document Number AWE 00424 Rev 001 Autocar E ACTT Service Manual First Responder Guide 2022 ...

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Page 3: ...regarding emergency response to an Autocar electric vehicle This guide covers service of Autocar products as configured when they leave the factory This manual does not cover or apply to Autocar products that have been modified after leaving Autocar s factory Autocar is not liable for any damage or failure of components added by a body builder or any other modification company not contracted by Au...

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Page 5: ... WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury or damage to equipment or other property CAUTION CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to equipment or other property NOTICE NOTICE NOTICE is used to address practices not related to physical injury which if not complied with ...

Page 6: ... fuel tank No exhaust muffler system Unique warning labels An N in the seventh position of the VIN Large rectangular battery boxes on each side of the frame behind the cab Figure 2 DANGER If damage is present to either High Voltage Battery Box do not touch or come in contact with any portion of the vehicle unless you are protected by the correct HV PPE Figure 2 ...

Page 7: ...ally toxic and flammable Physical damage to the vehicle or HV battery may result in immediate or delayed release of toxic and or flammable gases and fire A HV battery in a flooded vehicle may have high voltage and short circuits that can shock and cause fires EMERGENCY RESPONSE INITIAL STEPS Immobilize the Vehicle 1 Block the wheels 2 Set parking brake 3 Place vehicle into NEUTRAL N The layout of ...

Page 8: ...ould result is serious injury or death High voltage cables are orange DANGER When shutting done the high voltage system wait at least fifteen minutes for the complete discharge of high voltage capacitors DANGER HV system shutdown procedure is designed to disable the vehicles HV system not to discharge the HV battery THE BATTERY WILL REMAIN ENERGIZED ...

Page 9: ...nge in Figure 4 and Figure 5 Componenets in ORANGE indicate HIGH VOLTAGE LH Battery Pack RH Battery Pack SBOX MSD Plugs Figure 4 Componenets in ORANGE indicate HIGH VOLTAGE LH Battery Pack SBOX MSD Plugs Figure 5 WARNING This vehicle does not have an internal combustion engine Lack of noise does not mean the vehicle is OFF ...

Page 10: ...completed WARNING This vehicle does not have an internal combustion engine Lack of noise does not mean the vehicle is OFF 1 If vehicle is on turn the vehicle ignition key off Remove the key and secure away from the vehicle If the vehicle is fitted with a LV battery cutoff switch turn it to the OFF position and lockout 2 Remove LV battery cover to get access to the battery terminals circuit breaker...

Page 11: ...ables from the top battery and press the red button on the circuit breaker Push RED Button to Disconnect 24V Power Figure 7 4 If access to the battery terminals is not possible cut the three 12V cables in the location shown in Figure 8 Cut these 3 cables to disconnect 12V power Figure 8 ...

Page 12: ...all times DANGER First Responders must be approved to wear SCBA breathing apparatus If occupants are still inside the vehicle or are trapped use a CO2 or dry chemical fire extinguisher to protect the occupants until a hose line is available or until the occupants are removed Establish a secure perimeter around the vehicle Use a hose line to apply water to extinguish the fire while continuing to co...

Page 13: ...uctors of electricity Wear the necessary PPE Wear safety glasses electrical insulated gloves with leather gloves face shield and apron Put on SCBA breathing apparatus If at all possible If the vehicle is charging shut off and disconnect the battery from the charger Remove the battery and move it outdoors to burn out For best result use a foam extinguisher CO2 ABC dry chemical DANGER First Responde...

Page 14: ...attention if necessary INHALATION Move to fresh air Monitor airway breathing and circulation Take appropriate first aid and or CPR actions as necessary Get immediate medical attention EV WATER SUBMERSION Damage to or deterioration of the HV system components may not be evident when the vehicle is submerged Water intrusion can damage all electrical components regardless of system voltage DANGER Nev...

Page 15: ...cannot be supplied to the traction motor do not tow without removing the driveshaft or axle shafts NOTICE NOTICE Advise the tow truck operator that re ignition of a fire is possible at any time with a damaged high voltage system If possible use a thermal or infrared camera to verify the HV batteries are cold before towing the vehicle CAUTION The maximum towing speed with the driveshaft attached an...

Page 16: ...e vehicle from all combustibles and structures by a distance of at least 50 ft 15 m Open windows and doors during isolation to avoid the potential accumulation of gases in the cab If possible remove the HV batteries from the vehicle and store them outside away from any combustible materials Refer to the Autocar E ACTT Safety Service Manual AWE 00400 for more information ...

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