vetus ELINE050 E-Line Electric Propulsion Motor User Manual

: June 13, 2024
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Table of Contents

vetus ELINE050 E-Line Electric Propulsion Motor
Safety
Symbols
Introduction
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
CONTACT
References
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vetus ELINE050 E-Line Electric Propulsion Motor

Safety

Warning indications
Where applicable, the following warning indications are used in this manual in connection with safety:

Danger
Indicates that great potential danger exists that can lead to serious injury or death.
Warning
Indicates that a potential danger that can lead to injury exists.
Caution
Indicates that the usage procedures, actions etc. concerned can result in serious damage to or destruction of the engine. Some CAUTION indications also advise that a potential danger exists that can lead to serious injury or death.
Note
Emphasises important procedures, circumstances etc.

Symbols

Indicates that the relevant procedure must be carried out.
Indicates that a particular action is forbidden.
Share these safety instructions with all users.
General rules and laws concerning safety and accident prevention must always be observed.

Warning
This product should only be operated by persons who have read and understood the instructions and precautions in this manual. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual may result in serious injury or property damage. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damages resulting from improper operation.

Introduction

This manual gives guidelines for the use of the VETUS E-Line electric motor, type ‘ELINE050’, ‘ELINE075 and ‘ELINE100’.
The E-Drive system consists of five modules:
Propulsion
Control
Energy monitoring
Energy storage
Energy supply
Within these five modules, several options and combinations are possible.

Note

Please consult the user manuals of all components before using the E-Drive system.
Unauthorised modifications shall exclude the liability of the manufacturer for any resulting damage.
During use ensure the correct battery voltage is available.

Warning
Changing over the plus (+) and minus (-) connections will cause irreparable damage to the installation.
Warning
Never work on the electrical system while it is energized.
Note

Make sure the engine compartment is dry and well ventilated.
The installation must be kept free of bilge water at all times.
The ambient temperature should not exceed 50 °C. Ensure adequate ventilation. Supply cool air and discharge warm air.

Maintenance

Here are some guidelines for daily and periodic maintenance.

Danger
Only carry out all maintenance work with the motor stopped and the electrical system switched off.

Every 10 hours or daily, before starting

Checking coolant level
Check the water filter and clean it if necessary.
Check the state of charge of the batteries.

After the first 50 hours

Check flexible motor mounts
Check for coolant leakage
Check that all cable connections, bolts and nuts are tight

Every 100 hours, at least once a year

Check batteries, cable connections, bolts and nuts

Every 500 hours, at least once a year

Control flexible motor mounts
Check for coolant leakage
Check cable connections and fasteners

Every 1000 hours, at least once every 2 years

Replace coolant (with keel cooling)

Take out of service – prepare for winter

Follow the instructions below if the E-Line motor is to be taken out of service for a long time. Long-term means a period longer than 3 months, for example during the winter period.
Make sure the motor compartment is ventilated. Good ventilation prevents moisture in the motor compartment. This prevents corrosion.
Carry out the necessary maintenance work before taking the motor out of service for a long time. Checks and maintenance work to be carried out:
Clean the motor with a cloth.

Note

The cover plate of the E-Line motor is splashproof.
The motor supports are made of stainless steel, the other motor parts of marine-grade aluminium.
For raw water cooling: rinse the cooling water circuit with clean fresh water and if necessary fill with an anti-freeze liquid. Clean the cooling elements and tubes if necessary.

Danger

Anti-freeze can be toxic. Never dispose of toxic anti-freeze in open water.
Make sure that the cooling system is filled with a suitable antifreeze liquid.
Disconnect the batteries, fully charge them and grease the battery terminals. Store the batteries in a dry and frost-free place.

Raw water cooling

Close the seawater shut-off valve.
Remove the cover from the raw water strainer.
Clean the raw water strainer if necessary.
Connect the raw water inlet to a fresh (drinking) water pipe or to a tank with fresh water. Open the tap and let the cooling water pump run for at least 5 minutes to remove salt and contaminants from the raw water cooling system.
Stop the pump and close the tap.
In areas where the temperature can drop below zero during the winter, the outside water system must be protected. Pour 1 liter of anti-freeze (preferably a non-toxic biodegradable anti-freeze) into the cooling water filter and run the pump until the anti-freeze is incorporated into the cooling system.
After cleaning and mounting, check the seal between cover and filter housing.
If the lid is not properly sealed, the seawater pump sucks in air. This can lead to an excessively high motor temperature.

Keel cooling

To prevent damage, the cooling system should be filled with an antifreeze/ water mixture (or coolant) during the winter months.
N.B. Replacement of the coolant is only necessary if the coolant present in the cooling system does not provide sufficient protection against temperatures below 0˚C (104˚F).

Electrical System

If necessary, regularly charge the batteries during the winter!
For checking and maintenance of the batteries, follow the recommendations of the battery supplier.

Put into service – prepare for summer

When putting the motor back into service, for example at the beginning of the boating season, the motor must be checked and maintenance work carried out.

Check the raw water system.
Check the coolant level of the cooling system.
Check and reconnect the batteries.
Check the operation of the motor.
Check all hose connections for leaks.
Check the operation of the instruments and motor controls.

Cooling water system

Check whether the cover of the raw water strainer is mounted.
Check that the cover of the raw water pump and the drain plug are installed.
Install any loosened hose clamps.
Open the outboard valve.
Check the coolant level and coolant circulation when the pump is on.

Electrical system

Check the voltage of each individual battery. In case of large voltage deviations, the batteries should be charged separately.
Connect the batteries and fully charge the 48 volt battery bank.

Test run
Warning
Only test the E-Line motor if you are sure that people are at a safe distance from the propeller!

Switch on the E-Line motor and check correct operation.
Also check the operation of the connected panels.

Troubleshooting

Malfunctions of the E-Line motor are in most cases caused by incorrect operation or insufficient maintenance.
In the event of a malfunction, always first check whether all operating and maintenance instructions have been followed.
If you are unable to determine the cause of a fault or rectify a fault yourself, please contact the nearest service representative.

Danger
Before starting, make sure that nobody is in the immediate vicinityof the motor.
If necessary, disconnect the battery cables!

E-Line motor does not run

vetus-ELINE050-E-Line-Electric-Propulsion-Motor-FIG-3

E-Line motor running hot

vetus-ELINE050-E-Line-Electric-Propulsion-Motor-FIG-4

Position Quantity Part Omschrijving Description

| ELINE050| ELINE075| ELINE100|
---|---|---|---|---
1| 1| –| –| VP000001| Motorcontroller ELINE050| Motor controller ELINE050
2| –| 1| –| VP000002| Motorcontroller ELINE075| Motor controller ELINE075
3| –| –| 1| VP000003| Motorcontroller ELINE100| Motor controller ELINE100
4| –| 2| 6| VP000004 Koelblok samenstelling Cooling block assembly ELINE075/100 ELINE075/100
5| 1| 2| 4| VP000005| Set eindkappen en slangpilaren ELIN050/075/100| Set end caps and hose pilars ELIN050/075/100
6| –| 2| 3| VP000006| Set slang en klemmen ELINE075/100| Set hose and clamps ELINE075/100
7| 2| 4| 8| VP000007| O-ring revisiekit E-Line koelers| O-ring refurbish kit E-Line coolers
10| 1| –| –| VP000010| Warmtegeleidingsfolie ELINE050| Heat film set ELINE050
11| –| 1| –| VP000011| Warmtegeleidingsfolie ELINE075| Heat film set ELINE075
12| –| –| 1| VP000012| Warmtegeleidingsfolie ELINE100| Heat film set ELINE100
13| 1| –| –| EL1886805| Deksel samenstelling ELINE050| Cover assembly ELINE050
14| –| 1| –| EL1886807| Deksel samenstelling ELINE075| Cover assembly ELINE075
15| –| –| 1| EL1886810| Deksel samenstelling ELINE100| Cover assembly ELINE100