Siemens VersiCharge Ultra 50, Installation Manual

Page 1: ...usa siemens com versicharge Front Back Installation Manual VersiCharge Ultra 50 50 kW DC fast charger ...

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Page 3: ...eipt 7 Site configuration 8 Underground power preparation 12 Above ground power preparation 13 Installation requirements and equipment 14 Unpacking and installation preparation 15 Installation 18 Underground conduit and wiring 20 Above ground conduit and wiring 22 Wire and commission 23 Ethernet port access 25 Closing checklist 26 3 ...

Page 4: ... to earth at the service equipment or when supplied by a separately derived system at the supply transformer Important safety instructions and specifications Save these instructions This manual contains important instructions for the VersiCharge Ultra 50 electric vehicle fast charger model US2 VSCULT50SAG 50kW DC These instructions must be followed during installation of the unit For charger opera...

Page 5: ...it provided with an appropriate branch circuit over current protection in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 Tightening torque Wiring terminals Breaker 4 0 Nm 35 lb in Service hatch 2 0 Nm 17 70 lb in Operating temperature 35 to 50 C 31 to 122 F Maximum ambient temperature 55 C 131 F Weather rating NEMA Type 3R Installation Manual VersiCharge Ultra 50 5 ...

Page 6: ...y cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Modification warning FCC Part 15 21 In addition the user s manual or instruction manual shall caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the...

Page 7: ... packaging in a horizontal position Storage temperature 20 to 45 C 4 to 113 F Handling Only lift the Ultra 50 packaging to its horizontal orientation using a forklift pallet jack or with lifting straps and engine hoist forklift or crane Check the weight on the delivery documents and ensure the lifting apparatus used is compatible Receipt Check that the crate packaging is in good condition and that...

Page 8: ...d fixing points shown in Figure 5 Fixing guide See Figure 1 Dimensions walls or obstacles for installation against or near walls or other obstacles Foundation requirements The foundation must be flat even and the appropriate density for the weight of the Ultra 50 Check the flatness and level of the foundation and level of the Ultra 50 baseplate prior to fixing Communications 4G network capability ...

Page 9: ...ens representative for installation advice if your mimimum measurements are smaller than shown in Figure 1 28 5 725 minimum 6 3 160 9 8 250 11 8 300 Do not scale Wall Wall 28 5 725 minimum Figure 1 Dimensions walls or obstacles Installation Manual VersiCharge Ultra 50 9 ...

Page 10: ...gle carparking bay To service one car bay 500mm 20 inches of space is recommended between the car and the Ultra 50 front and back for ease of use Wheel stops installed at 1200mm 4 feet from the center front of the Ultra 50 can achieve this If the Ultra 50 is to be installed with it s back or sides against or near a wall or other obstacle use the minimum distances shown in Figure 2 Top view Do not ...

Page 11: ...sions for foundation positioning in Figure 3 30 3 72 2 7 68 6 3 160 16 410 11 8 300 Do not scale 6 3 160 30 3 72 2 7 68 Site configuration servicing An additional space of 700mm 27 5 inches from the center front of the baseplate is required to open the front panel for servicing as shown in Figure 4 Do not scale 27 5 700 Figure 3 Back to back units Figure 4 Servicing distance requirement Installati...

Page 12: ... hole location in relation to the mounting studs This ensures the sealing of the supplied Flexa conduit system into the foundation Fixing points Use 4x 5 8 11 studs protruding 1 2 1 6 inches above the surface If the studs protrude more than this it will be impossible to remove and replace the radiator if required Ethernet cable hole If hardwiring in the Ethernet use this hole for the cabling 50mm ...

Page 13: ...h ROHRflex conduit order code 0237 202 036 not supplied to bring power cabling into the Ultra 50 Leave at least 1 meter 3 feet of power cabling from the back left fixing point for installation as shown in Figure 7 Prior to installation the conduit and wiring will require trimming Fixing points Use 4 x 5 8 11 studs protruding 1 2 1 6 inches above the surface If the studs protrude more than this it ...

Page 14: ...rite ring ID13x40mm Black ferrite ring ID25x43mm Grey ferrite ring Baseplate template The Ultra 50 is shipped with a temporary single phase power cable which allows the unit to be powered prior to installation This allows for software updates charger configuration and or 4G connectivity testing The cable has a male IEC socket and an IEC female lead is required to supply power If pre installation p...

Page 15: ...ttach the lifting straps at the top of Ultra 50 to the lifting apparatus and gently raise to a standing position on the shipping baseplate The Ultra 50 must remain attached to the lifting equipment until the mounting bolts have been installed NOTE The Ultra 50 is 2050mm 6 72ft tall on the shipping baseplate Do not use the plug holders to assist lifting the charger at any stage Once upright remove ...

Page 16: ...ts from the shipping base to disengage 16mm socket required Note Keep the plastic inserts from the bolts for later use Removing the radiator from the base of the Ultra 50 gives more space to bring power into the unit however removing the radiator is not always required Assess the situation on site 5 Remove radiator optional Unscrew the 4x nuts using an 8mm nut driver to remove the radiator Pull th...

Page 17: ...he expansion bag NOTE Do not twist or pull on the tubing engaged with the metal quick release parts Pull on the metal parts to release and press the metal parts together to join Store the radiator in a safe place ensuring no damage to cooling hoses for later re assembly For the purpose of this manual the following installation pictures are shown without the radiator Installation Manual VersiCharge...

Page 18: ... hex tool 3 Place front panel on ground The front panel is attached to the enclosure with wiring and an earthing strap on the front left hand side Lift the front panel up to release from the top hook and gently lower to the ground in front of the Ultra 50 In calm conditions it may be possible to keep the front panel connected during commissioning If this is possible go to page 17 item 5 If in doub...

Page 19: ... bits The Service Hatch has an attached gasket Ensure this is carefully stored to avoid damage or accumulation of debris 6 Pre installation power up The Ultra 50 is shipped with a temporary single phase power cable which allows the unit to be powered prior to installation This is attached to the M40 blanking plug This allows for software updates charger configuration and or 4G connectivity testing...

Page 20: ...er is removed by pushing in the adapter ring and pulling out the conduit 2 Fit Flexa system into base Install the 6 conduit nipple conduit coupling and flex adapter into the embedded 6 coupling not supplied in the foundation using sealant on all threads 6 conduit nipple conduit coupling flex adapter flexa conduit flex adapter washer locking ring Push in ring Pull out conduit VersiCharge Ultra 50 I...

Page 21: ...ng ring 4 Feed through wiring Pull the wires from the service disconnect into the switchgear area running at least 12 300mm of wiring into the interior Connect the wires to the terminal block according to the wiring diagram inside the service hatch Also see section Wire and Commission in this document CAUTION To achieve the NEMA 3R rating the conduit must be fitted correctly into the supplied fitt...

Page 22: ...ess fit into the flex adapter Use the slots in the rear channel to cable tie the conduit in place if necessary 4 Feed through wiring Pull the wires from the service disconnect into the switchgear area running at least 12 300mm of wiring into the interior Connect the wires to the terminal block according to the wiring diagram inside the service hatch Also see section Wire and Commission in this doc...

Page 23: ...rfere with the service cover When completed switch on the breaker and check the inter face panel on the front door is cycling through the icons Each icon will be lit in turn on the interface panel Contact your supplier to run through the diagnostic testing to commission the unit CAUTION When the wiring and cabling is connected refit the service cover BEFORE you turn on power supply to the charger ...

Page 24: ...y ferrite 2 Three phase brown orange yellow only thread through the large black ferrite 3 Bend the wires to the side of the ferrite rings and up into the connection points Check that the wiring is sitting behind the lower face of the switch gear so they will not interfere with the service cover Tightening Torque Breaker 4 0 Nm 35 lb in Check the breaker terminals are tightened to the above setting...

Page 25: ...sure box on the back left The rear radiator panel must be removed to access this location Twist to disengage the cap and plug in the Ethernet cable If hardwiring in the Ethernet cable please see page 5 for connector details Installation Manual VersiCharge Ultra 50 25 ...

Page 26: ...ing is sitting behind the lower face of the switch gear 3 Attach service hatch over service cover Check the gasket has not been damaged or soiled If using a power drill to fasten the nuts ensure the correct torque setting of not greater than 2 0 Nm 17 70 lb in If using a hand tool fasten until resistance felt Do not over tighten 4 Re attach radiator if required Angle the radiator and rest on the b...

Page 27: ...g the 5mm Pin Hex tool Do not over tighten If the power is above ground the rear radiator panel provides the exit point for the conduit from the Ultra 50 Cut the four tabs on the lower right hand of the radiator panel to remove the material to open the conduit exit point Replace the rear radiator panel ensuring the conduit is fitted securely within this exit area If there are more than two conduit...

Page 28: ...Peachtree Corners GA 30092 Phone 1 800 333 7421 info us siemens com usa siemens com versicharge Article No SIDS T40045 00 4AUS Printed in USA All Rights Reserved 2020 Siemens Industry Inc The technical data presented in this document is based on an actual case or on as designed parameters and therefore should not be relied upon for any specific application and does not constitute a performance gua...