Charge Amps Halo User manual

CHARGE AMPS
Halo
Installation Manual
Halo 3.7 kW, 7.4 kW and 11 kW

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Contents
For the professional installer ................................................................................................................... 2
Safety precautions................................................................................................................................... 2
About Halo ............................................................................................................................................... 3
Model overview........................................................................................................................................ 3
Contents of the package.......................................................................................................................... 4
Provided by the installer ...................................................................................................................... 4
Before installation .................................................................................................................................... 5
Tools .................................................................................................................................................... 5
Cabling................................................................................................................................................. 5
Mounting .............................................................................................................................................. 5
Connection........................................................................................................................................... 6
Installing Halo .......................................................................................................................................... 6
Configuring WiFi for Halo ...................................................................................................................... 10
Halo status indications........................................................................................................................... 16
Halo error indications............................................................................................................................. 17
Rights..................................................................................................................................................... 17

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For the professional installer
This installation manual is intended for qualified Halo installers and describes how to install the
product safely and properly.
Installation may only be carried out by a qualified installer who follows:
•Basic safety precautions for safe and correct installation.
•Local, regional and national installation regulations.
•The instructions in this Halo installation manual.
Safety precautions
The installation manual contains important instructions on how to install the product. In addition to the
instructions in this manual, basic safety precautions, including all applicable local, regional and
national laws and regulations, must be complied with when installing, repairing and maintaining the
product.
The installation manual also contains safety instructions (WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE) for how to
install the product safely. See the definitions below.
WARNING! – Indicates a potentially dangerous situation that could lead to serious
injury or death.
CAUTION! – Indicates a potentially dangerous situation that could lead to minor or
moderate injury.
NOTE! – Indicates that you must follow the instructions to avoid damaging the
product or other equipment.

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About Halo
Halo is designed for both private installation and for installation in semi-private indoor and outdoor
environments. Halo is compatible with all rechargeable electric vehicles. Halo comes with a type 1 or
type 2 charging connector. (The connector type can be changed.) The 7.5 metre, fixed, reinforced
charging cable coupled with the ergonomically designed charging connector make charging your
electric vehicle hassle-free.
Halo gives a clear indication of the operating status, and its LED lighting makes it easier to use in the
dark. It also has a socket that can be used to connect an engine/passenger compartment heater or
other electrical equipment, such as an electric bicycle or vacuum cleaner. Halo is also prepared for
RFID identification and can be connected to individual unlocking with RFID or mobile phone. RFID
makes it possible for Halo to be shared by multiple users.
Halo is designed in Sweden and meets the requirements of the IEC 61851-1 and IEC 62196-2
standards. The enclosure is made of recycled aluminium, and the product meets the requirements of
enclosure rating IP66 when properly installed.
Contact your supplier for more information about your specific Halo.
In brief: Halo has advanced technology, a stylish design and smart functions.
All in a compact and hassle-free charging station.
The product is intended to be used for the charging of electric vehicles and hybrids.
Model overview
1. Aluminium front assembly (Opened only by a qualified installer during installation)
2. Centre emblem: LED indication, (RFID detection, if activated)
3. Antenna: WiFi
4. LED ring

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5. Aluminium backplate: mounted on the wall by the installer
6. Schuko: 10 A electrical socket (certain models only)
7. LED lighting
8. Charging cable entry: fixed charging cable
9. Cable entry: incoming electrical connection
Contents of the package
•Halo
•External WiFi antenna
•Five-pin terminal connector for feed current
•Wall holder for charging cable
•RFID tag (certain models only)
•Document with serial number and password for your Halo
•User manual and installation manual
Provided by the installer
•Three 5 mm screws with associated plugs (if required) for mounting Halo. The screws must
have a flat head and be suitable for the wall material.
•External sealant for the wall (if necessary), depending on the structure of the mounting wall
•External type A RCD, 30 mA
•Installation cable, according to the charging strength of the selected product
•Four 3.5 mm screws with recessed head for wall mounting of the charging cable connector
The installer also provides the tools required for installation.

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Before installation
Make sure that the right conditions and materials are in place before installation. The installation must
be done in accordance with the instructions in this installation manual as well as basic safety
precautions.
Tools
The following tools are needed for installation:
•Screwdriver, flat electric screwdriver 3.5 mm
•Drill for screw/plug for wall mounting
•Laser/spirit level for proper mounting on the wall
•Wire stripper for cabling
•Angled H4 Allen key
•Sealant (if necessary) if the wall for mounting is uneven and exposed to an outdoor climate
•Computer or mobile phone if Halo needs to be configured and (where applicable) connected
to a cloud service. Contact the supplier for more information
Cabling
Check the following before installing Halo:
•The power is switched off
•The incoming cabling is dimensioned to be able to connect Halo
oMinimum 2.5 mm2for 16 A
(electrical conditions in the facility and cable lengths may require a higher cross-
sectional area to meet the triggering conditions)
oMinimum 6 mm2for 32 A
(electrical conditions in the facility and cable lengths may require a higher cross-
sectional area to meet the triggering conditions)
•The product is properly fused – 16 A 1-phase 3.7 kW; 16 A 3-phase 11 kW; 32 A 1-phase
7.4 kW
•An RCD is installed
Mounting
Check the following conditions for mounting:
•That the wall can handle a weight of 5 kg
•That the installation screws and plugs (if required) are suitable for the wall material
•There is free space at the recommended mounting height (750–1,450 mm as measured up to
the bottom edge of Halo)
•That the position of Halo does not cause it to be subjected to flammable, explosive, corrosive
or combustible materials, chemicals or fumes
If possible, do not mount Halo in direct sunlight. The charging current is decreased
if the temperature inside the charging station goes up, and can even be switched
off completely if Halo gets too hot. This is a safety feature to ensure a long service
life. See the Halo technical specifications for operating temperatures.

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Connection
To get the most out of your Halo, an internet connection is required. Check with your supplier what
internet connection requirements there are for your particular Halo.
Installing Halo
Install and mount Halo as follows:
1. Read the installation instructions in this document thoroughly.
2. Make sure that the feed cable is isolated and switch off the power at the main switch.
3. Mount a separate type A RCD on the feed line to Halo. (The integrated DC protection
(protection against fault currents) in Halo coupled with a type A RCD has the same
functionality as a type B RCD.)
4. Unpack Halo from the box. Check that the product is in good condition and that all cables are
properly seated.
5. Mark the mounting holes on the wall. Also use a laser or spirit level. For a suitable height, see
“Mounting” above.
6. Drill holes with a drill bit designed for the selected fastener.
7. Open Halo with an H4 Allen key (be careful to make sure that the O-rings securing the screws
do not come loose).
8. Remove all connected terminal blocks/connectors from the circuit board in the aluminium
cover.
9. Temporarily place the front assembly on a protected surface.
10. Mount the external antenna.

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11. Mount Halo on the wall with the selected fasteners. Use sealant if you are installing in an
outdoor environment or on an uneven surface.
12. Strip and insert the electrical cable in the cable entry underneath (15–20 cm is recommended
for easy mounting).
Halo must be earthed through permanent electrical installation.
Only use the product within the specified operating parameters. Follow local,
regional and national standards and regulations so that no charging current
limitations are exceeded.
Avoid inserting the electrical cable through the plastic membrane. Plastic shrinks
and expands at different temperatures, and water could start to leak in. Enclosure
rating IP66 only applies if the electrical cable is inserted through the specified
cable entry!
13. Tighten the cable entry screw connector tightly.
When inserting the cable, be careful not to damage the WiFi antenna.
14. Screw the power supply into the 5-pin terminal block as illustrated below.
a. Connection of 1-phase in TN network
In a 1-phase connection, make the following connections. L2 and L3 can also be
connected to enable load balancing in larger installations, and to be able to use the cloud
service to select the phase that has the smallest load in a property.

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b. Connection of 1-phase in IT network
c. Connection of 3-phase in TN network (TN network only)

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15. Refit the terminals in the front assembly.
1. 5-pin terminal block for incoming power supply
2. WiFi antenna cable
3. Connection for LED lighting
4. 6-pin terminal block for charging cable
5. 3-pin terminal block for Schuko socket (certain models only)
Be particularly careful and cautious when connecting the WiFi antenna cable.
16. Refit the front assembly to the backplate. Carefully check that:
a. All O-rings around the fastening screws are in place
b. No cables are pinched
c. The front assembly is mounted the right way, with the Charge Amps logo facing the
right way (see below).

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17. Tighten the four H4 hex head screws to a torque of 1.5–2.0 Nm
18. Switch on the power at the main switch/electrical distribution box.
A start-up sequence with a self-test begins.
19. Once Halo is illuminated with a steady white light, Halo is ready for use.
Be careful not to pinch the WiFi antenna cable between the front assembly and the
backplate when refitting the front assembly.
Be careful to refit the front assembly the right way, i.e. with the Charge Amps logo
pointing up. If the front assembly is fitted the wrong way, you risk crushing the
circuit board.
Configuring WiFi for Halo
After Halo has been installed electrically and on the network, it is time for it to be configured. The aim
of configuration is to connect the unit to Charge Amps’ portal and cloud solution.
How to register and commission your Halo in the cloud solution:
1. Go to: http://my.charge.space
2. Click the “Sign Up” link above “login form”
3. Fill in all the fields and press “GO”.
4. You will be sent an email with a verification link within a few minutes.
5. Follow the link and log in.
6. Fill in the serial number and PIN code as indicated in the configuration document.
7. Click “GO” and then you are finished.
How to configure Halo with a wireless internet network (WiFi):
1. Switch on your Halo
2. Use a smartphone, open “Wireless settings” and scan for a wireless network.

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3. Find the HALO_****** network, where ****** are the last six characters of the serial number.
On the mobile, go to Settings
> WiFi
Select the network called
HALO_******M (last characters of
the product’s serial number).

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4. When you are asked for the network key, enter the PIN code.
Enter the password, which you will
find on the configuration sheet
supplied in the box, and connect.

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5. Open the browser. In your browser’s address field, enter 192.168.250.1
6. You should now see a field with the SSID (name of the WiFi network) and the password. Note
that the field is case-sensitive.

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7. Wait for connection. (The mobile’s own 3G/4G may disrupt this. In that case, switch off mobile
data).
Click the WiFi network that Halo
should connect to from the list and
enter its password.

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8. Enter the details of your wireless network and click update.
Connected to means that Halo
is now connected.
You can now go to
my.charge.space and sign up
Halo to access all the functions in
the cloud solution.

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Supported WiFi standards:
802.11 b/g/n
2.4 GHz
Halo status indications
Halo uses light to communicate its status in different ways.
Indication
Status
The centre cover is white and the LED ring
lights up incrementally in pace with start-up
Halo is starting up
The centre cover is white and the LED ring is
illuminated with a steady white light
Halo is in standby mode/ready for charging or charging is
complete.
The centre cover is white and the LED ring is
illuminated with a steady white light, but LEDs
in the bottom left and right corners are off.
Halo is in standby mode/ready for charging or charging is
complete.
The Schuko socket is activated
The centre cover is white and the LED ring’s
white light rotates
Charging in progress
The centre cover flashes green and the LED
ring is illuminated with a steady white light
For Halo with load balancing only
Charging is initiated, waiting for power allocation (can take
up to 2 minutes)

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The centre cover flashes blue and the LED
ring is illuminated with a steady white light
For Halo with RFID only
Waiting for identification with RFID tag on centre cover (if
RFID is activated)
The centre cover is illuminated red for 3
seconds and the LED ring is illuminated with a
steady white light
For Halo with RFID only
The RFID tag is not approved (if RFID is activated),
charging is not activated
Halo error indications
Halo uses light to communicate its status in different ways.
Indication
Type of error
Action
The centre cover is
illuminated or
flashes blue and
the LED ring is not
illuminated with a
white light
Halo has frozen during start-
up or during updating
Cut off the power to Halo via the main switch.
Restart Halo after a few minutes. If this does
not work, see “Product support and service
for Halo” in the Halo User Manual.
The LED ring is not
illuminated white
and the centre
cover is illuminated
red
An error has occurred that
affects Halo. It could be an
error in the vehicle or an
earth fault that occurred
during electrical installation.
Check that the charging cable is intact, cut off
power to Halo via the main switch, and restart
Halo after a few minutes. If this does not
work, see “Product support and service for
Halo” in the Halo User Manual.
If none of these actions remedy the problem, contact the supplier for support.
Rights
The information in this document has been checked for accuracy. Charge-Amps AB reserves the right
to make technical changes and changes to the contents of the document without prior notice. Charge-
Amps AB can therefore not guarantee that all of the contents of this particular document are accurate,
up-to-date, and free from printing and proofreading errors. Moreover, Charge-Amps AB cannot be held
liable for any mistakes, near-misses, injuries/damage or incidents – direct or indirect – that can be
linked to the use of the regulations or products in this document.
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