Unitec C-Start Installation Manual

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Installation Manual

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C-START INSTALLATION MANUAL

This manual provides installation instructions for the C-Start. It includ es site pl anning,
site preparation, the mechanical installation of the C-Start and the electrical wiring of
the unit.

When calling for assistance, you must have the following information available:
C-Start Serial Number:
Distributor Name:

DECLARATION OF COMPLIANCE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cau se harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

COPYRIGHT

© 2012 Unitec, Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this book, including text,
screen examples, diagrams, or icons, may be reproduced or transmitted in any form,
by any means (electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise) without prior written
permission of Unitec, Incorporated.

TRADEMARKS

C-Start, Unitec, and the Unitec Logo are trademarks, service marks, or registered
trademarks of Unitec, Incorporated.

All other products, services, and company names are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.

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Table of Contents

1 Site Planning and Preparation ......................................................................................................1

1.1 Positioning the C-Start...........................................................................................................2

1.2 Electrical ................................................................................................................................3

1.2.1 Power Requirements....................................................................................................................3

1.2.2 Conduit Requirements .................................................................................................................3

1.2.3 Wiring Requirements....................................................................................................................4

2 Installation.......................................................................................................................................5

2.1 Installation Hardware.............................................................................................................5

2.2 Recommended Tools.............................................................................................................5

2.3 Base Installation ....................................................................................................................6

2.4 Mounting the C-Start..............................................................................................................7

3 Electrical Connections...................................................................................................................7

3.1 General..................................................................................................................................7

3.2 Connecting Power .................................................................................................................8

3.3 Wash Control Wiring..............................................................................................................9

3.3.1 Overview......................................................................................................................................9

3.3.2 Wiring the Wash Relay Interface................................................................................................10

3.3.3 Wiring the Wash-In-Use Interface..............................................................................................10

3.4 Network Cable Connection..................................................................................................11

3.5 Intercom Systems................................................................................................................11

3.5.1 Overview....................................................................................................................................11

3.5.2 Intercom Connections................................................................................................................12

3.5.3 Intercom Adjustments................................................................................................................12

3.5.4 Connection Overview.................................................................................................................12

4 System Startup .............................................................................................................................13

5 System Test...................................................................................................................................13

Appendix A - POS Interface Option...................................................................................................15

Appendix B - C-Start Networking......................................................................................................16

Appendix C – Terminating Ethernet Cables.....................................................................................18

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Index of Figures

Figure 1. C-Start Position................................................................................................................. 2

Figure 2. Conduit Runs....................................................................................................................4

Figure 3. Straight Bases Dimensions...............................................................................................6

Figure 4. C-Start Interior Connections.............................................................................................7

Figure 5. Neutral - Ground – Line Connections...............................................................................8

Figure 6. Wash I/O Board Connector Pinouts..................................................................................9

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1 Site Planning and Preparation

This chapter provides guidelines for positioning the C-Start and preparing the site.
Site preparation includes:

• Determining how and where the C-Start will be mounted

• Installing conduit runs and required wiring

These instructions serve as general guidelines only. If your wash manufacturer’s
installation requirements differ from these guidelines, always meet the wash
manufacturer’s requirements first.

Requirements specified in local electrical and building codes must be followed and
shall take precedence over the guidelines provided within this document. All units
should be installed by a professional electrician ONLY.

The C-Start is rated for the following environmental specifications:

• Temperature: -20° F to 115° F

• Humidity: 0% to 100%

The following ratings label denotes the use of 120V AC power, Single Phase, 8
Amps, and 50-60 Hz, and is used in the C-Start:

The following symbol is used in the C-Start:

This symbol represents the presence of earth-grounded equipment.

This symbol represents the presence of high voltage in the unit.

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1.1 Positioning the C-Start

When installed at the wash entrance, the C-Start should be located at least 12 feet
from the wash. For curb mount applications, the front surface of the C-Start should
be even with the edge of the curb. To achieve this dimension, the base frame should
be installed so its leading edge is 7 in. from the edge of the curb as shown in the
figure 1.

Figure 1. C-Start Position

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1.2 Electrical

1.2.1 Power Requirements

C-Start requires 120 VAC, 8 Amps service with a dedicated circuit breaker.

Ensure the protective earth ground wires do not carry any motor return current. Only

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Note:

1.2.2 Conduit Requirements

At a minimum, (3) conduit runs are typically required:

• Power – Conduit run from C-Start to AC Power Service Panel

• Control – Conduit run from C-Start to the Car Wash Controller

the neutral wire should carry retu rn current. Follow local electrica l code when wiring
the C-Start.

• Data – Conduit run to the network router location within the facility. This
conduit may also house Intercom control wires and telephone lines (for dial
credit applications.

Conduit size should be at least ¾ in. Refer to local and national electrical codes to
select the proper conduit type and size. Conduit stubs should be installed to enter the
C-Start base through the oblong conduit opening as shown in
least 3” above the concrete surface.

Figure 2 and extend at

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Figure 2. Conduit Runs

1.2.3 Wiring Requirements

Wiring requirements are summarized in the following table. As wires are pulled
through conduit, ensure there is at least 6 ft. of wire extending from the end of the
conduit stub. The Network (CAT-5) cable will need to be terminated with 8 position
RJ-45 connectors per Ethernet standard 568B.

Circuit Description Wire Qty Wire Description

Power (115-120 VAC, 8 Amps). 3 16 AWG (black/white/green)

Network connection (to router) 1 Cat 5 communications cable, 295 ft max length

Wash Control Varies Per wash equipment manufacturer’ s instru ctions

Intercom (Optional) 2-4 22 AWG minimum, Qty varies by intercom model

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