DEFA eMove User manual

Portable Charger
Mode 2 Type 2 13A
(EN) User manual

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Table of Contents
Description ...................................................................................................................................... 4
Safety information........................................................................................................................... 5
Main parts ....................................................................................................................................... 9
How to use the portable charger.................................................................................................... 11
Display symbols on the control box ............................................................................................... 14
Set the required charging power.................................................................................................... 16
Adjust Low mode manually............................................................................................................. 17
Store and protect ............................................................................................................................ 18
Maintenance and care.................................................................................................................... 19
Error detection and solutions......................................................................................................... 20
Accessories and spare parts .......................................................................................................... 22
Technical specification ................................................................................................................... 23
Contact information ........................................................................................................................ 24

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Description
eMove Portable Charger is a premium charger for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. The Portable
Charger has been created with the user in mind. Unique features, unmatched user friendliness, and
extreme durability characterizes eMove Portable Charger.
• Efficient cable management: Cable clips and guides keep the cable tidy.
• Robust and durable: Aluminum housing ensures a long product life, even in rough conditions.
• Easy to wind: The markets most flexible cable, even in temperatures down to -40°C.
• Flexible storing options: Use the bracket included with the product or hang from a hook.
• Safe power connection: A temperature sensor in the connector reduces and turns off charging.
• User-friendly: One-button interface and intuitive display.
• Power Adjustment: Manually reduces current to protect main fuse when necessary.
• High mode: Provides faster charging for 120 minutes.

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Safety information
Important! Read this document before using the device. Failure to follow any of the instructions or
warnings can result in material damage or personal injury!
Important! If the device fails to behave according to instructions, immediately contact an electrician,
responsible vendor or DEFA, see chapter Contact information.
Special notes
DANGER Sections marked with this symbol draw attention to electrical voltages that
represent a danger to life and limb. Actions contrary to these safety notices may lead to
severe or fatal injury. Actions marked with this symbol must not be carried out under any
circumstances.
WARNING Sections marked with this symbol draw attention to additional hazards that may
lead to damage to the cable itself or to other electrical devices. Actions marked with this
symbol must be carried out with special care.
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NOTICE Sections marked with this symbol draw attention to additional important
information and special features that are necessary for the reliable operation of the
device. Actions marked with this symbol should be carried out as required.

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Danger
Only connect the
charger to an
earthed domestic
outlet.
Do not plug the
charger into a
damaged, loose or
worn domestic out-
let.
Do not use the
charger if it is de-
fective or appears
cracked, frayed,
broken or other-
wise damaged.
Do not use exten-
sion cord, multiple
sockets or adapter.
Do not carry out re-
pairs on the char-
ger or try to open it
in any way.
Warning
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The portable char-
ger is designed
only for Mode 2
charging of
vehicles. Do not
use it for any other
purpose.
Do not allow water
to enter the do-
mestic outlet or
vehicle inlet while
charging.
Do not insert the
domestic plug if
the domestic out-
let is wet or
covered in snow.
Keep the plugs
away from water.
Do not expose the
plugs to a direct
jet, or splashes of
water.
Avoid exposing the
portable charger to
very hot temperat-
ures.

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Handling
Handle the portable charger with care and do not subject it to strong force or impact. Do not pull,
twist, tangle, drag, or step on the cable.
DANGER Ensure that the cable is never run over by a vehicle.
Always hold the cable by the handle when pulling it. Do not pull the cable itself.

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Storing
See chapter Store and protect for information about how to roll up the cable and how to attach the
control box to the wall bracket.
• Always store with the cable rolled up. Do not leave the cable on the ground after usage.
• Always support the control box mechanically or manually. Do not let the control box hang from
the domestic outlet unsupported.
• Attach the plug cap to protect the vehicle plug when storing the portable charger.
• Use the cable clips to coil the cable for storage or transportation.

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Main parts
A. Plug cap with strap
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B. Vehicle plug
C. Cable
D. Control box
E. Cable holder x 2
F. Cable clip x 2
G. Domestic plug
Display view
H. Power Input Indication
J. Mode Button for power
adjustment
K. Charger Status Indica-
tion
L. Vehicle Connection In-
dication
Also included: Wall bracket

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Plugs
Vehicle plug Type 2 with plug cap and strap Domestic plug Type F Schuko

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How to use the portable charger
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NOTICE Please read the charging instructions in the vehicle's manual before using the
charger.
Plug in
Check the condition of the domestic outlet and the vehicle inlet before inserting the plugs.
Always insert the plugs in the order described.
1. Insert the domestic plug into the domestic outlet. Automatic self-test will start and is indicated
with flowing lights on Charger Status Indication.
2. Wait until the automatic self-test is finished. The bars on Charger Status Indication will be solid
white.
3. Insert the vehicle plug into the vehicle inlet. Automatic self-test will start and is indicated with
flowing lights on Charger Status Indication.
The vehicle will start charging.
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Use plug strap
The plug strap can adjust the cap's position. This prevents the cap from collecting water and dirt, and
keeps the cap clear of the vehicle during charging.
Proper connection
The plug must be fully inserted into the inlet of vehicle. Failure to do so will prevent the vehicle inlet
from locking the plug in place and start charging.

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Unplug
WARNING Do not unplug the portable charger from the domestic outlet while the vehicle is
charging. Complete or stop the charging before unplugging. To stop charging before vehicle
is fully charged, see the vehicle's manual.
Always remove the plugs in the order described.
1. Remove the vehicle plug from the vehicle inlet.
2. Remove the domestic plug from the domestic outlet.
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Display symbols on the control box
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NOTICE To see animations that explains the different signals, go to www.defa.com or scan
QR code on last page.
Power Input Indication
Indicates if the charger is connected to power or not.
No light – Power off Light on – Power on Pulsing - Charging fin-
ished
Pulsing red - Error
Mode Button for charging power adjustment
Press the Mode Button to toggle between Normal mode/Low mode/High mode. The modes will
appear in the following order: Normal (default starting mode) → Low → High → Normal →.
When the Mode Button is pressed the light will be lit for 5 seconds and then fade. Charger Status
Indication will blink for 2 seconds, then stay lit.
No light - Normal mode Light – Low or High mode is activated

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Charger Status Indication
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NOTICE This display does not view any information about the charging level of the vehicle's
battery.
Indicates the control box setting. The display will blink for a few seconds at start-up and then settle
on the current charging level for the device.
No light -
Charger dis-
connected
Flowing -
Automatic
self-test
Two bars –
Normal
mode used
One bar –
Low mode
used
Three bars -
High mode
used
Pulsing -
Charging fin-
ished **
Pulsing red -
Error
** Pulsing with one, two or three bars depending on chosen mode.
Vehicle Connection Indication
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NOTICE This display does not view any information about the charging level of the vehicle's
battery.
Indicates that the portable charger is connected to the vehicle and that charging is in progress.
No light - No con-
nection to vehicle
Only end lights lit -
Battery connected
(no charging yet)
Lights are lit in se-
quence - Char-
ging*
Pulsing - Vehicle
has communicated
fully charged
Pulsing red - Error
*The speed in which the lights are lit indicates which mode is used.

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Set the required charging power
1. Press the Mode Button to toggle between Normal mode/Low mode/High mode. The modes will
appear in the following order: Normal (default starting mode) → Low → High → Normal →.
2. When setting the device to Low mode or High mode the Mode Button will be lit for 5 seconds
and then fade. The amount of bars on Charger Status Indication show which of the modes is
currently active.
3. The Charger Status Indication will blink for 2 seconds until the change is effective, then stay lit.
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NOTICE If charging ends on Low mode, this setting will be stored until the next use. If
charging ends on High mode the setting will revert to Normal mode at the next use.
•Low mode: If Low mode is set, the charging level will be lower than normal. This might be
required if the fuse for the domestic outlet is lower than the rating of the product. Or if the
domestic outlets electrical circuit used for the portable charger is shared with other electrical
products.
•High mode: If High mode is set, the charging level will be higher than normal. The level will
automatically switch back to Normal mode after 120 minutes during one session (if High mode
is turned off for a while and then turned back on again, the 120 minutes are accumulated
during the whole session). If the control box or domestic plug becomes too hot during High
mode, the current level will automatically reduce until lower temperature is detected.
Charging power
Normal mode 13 A
High mode 15 A
Low mode, factory set 8 A

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Adjust Low mode manually
WARNING The charger must only be plugged into the domestic outlet when doing this
action. Do not plug into the vehicle inlet.
Tip! Adjusting is possible to do while inside a house, with the manual easily available.
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No light White light Red light Pink light
1. Connect the charger to a domestic outlet. Wait until the start-up sequence is finished.
2. Press and hold the Mode Button for about three seconds, until the Charger Status Indication
symbol blinks white.
3. Press the Mode Button within five seconds to start setting the level.
It is possible to set the Low mode from the lowest level (6A) and up to one level below the
normal level. The level will start at the earlier stored level and then move upward in 1A steps
every time the button is pressed. After reaching the highest level to choose, the unit will return
to the lowest level. The light on the display will indicate which level currently is chosen.
4. When the desired level is reached, wait 5 seconds. The new level is now stored.
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Store and protect
Wrap the cable
1. Roll the cable end with the vehicle plug around the control box. Ensure that the plug hangs with
the plug cap facing the ground.
2. Roll the cable end with the domestic plug around the control box. Ensure that the plug hangs
with the contacts facing the ground.
Hang the charger
WARNING Never hang the charger by the cable.
Use the included wall bracket to hang the charger. Attach the bracket to the wall according to the
instructions included.
1. Wiggle and push the back of the control box onto the wall bracket.
2. Slide downward to attach the control box on the wall bracket.
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Tip! Use the upper rear cable holder to hang the control box on a wall hook or a similar feature.

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Maintenance and care
Checking
• Keep the plugs dry and check them regularly for dust, dirt, pebbles, etcetera.
• Check the control box regularly for cracks and other damage.
• Check the cable regularly for cracks and other damage.
• Check the domestic outlet for damage and wear.
• Remove the plug from the domestic outlet when the charger is not in use.
Cleaning
• Unplug the portable charger before start cleaning.
• Use a damp cloth to clean. Do not use water or harsh chemicals.

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Error detection and solutions
Vehicle side error
This error state will display if there is a problem on the vehicle side. This could be caused
by the vehicle's battery, a faulty or damaged vehicle connection or a communications fault
with vehicle.
A vehicle-side error state can be triggered at any time when the charger is connected to
both a domestic outlet and a vehicle inlet. This includes during an active charge se-
quence, in charge-ready state or during start-up.
Try this
• Unplug the charger and then plug it in.
• Consult the vehicle’s manual for information about possible issues.
• Contact the vehicle vendor.
This error state will display if there is a problem on the vehicle side of the control box. This
could be caused by the cable not being connected correctly, a faulty or damaged vehicle
connection or a damaged cable plug.
Try this
• Unplug the charger and then plug it in.
• Consult the vehicle’s manual for information about possible issues.
• Contact the vehicle vendor.
Charger unit error
This error state will display if there is a problem detected with the internal electronics of
the control box.
Try this
• Check if the control box is hot to the touch.
• Unplug the charger and wait a few minutes, then plug it in.
• Contact DEFA, see chapter Contact Information.