DEFA Solid 712800 User manual

EV Charging Station
(EN) User Manual

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Table of Contents
Description......................................................................................................... 4
Safety information............................................................................................... 5
Main parts.......................................................................................................... 8
Charge the vehicle............................................................................................... 9
Display symbols on the charging unit..................................................................... 12
Set the required charging level.............................................................................. 14
Store and protect................................................................................................ 15
Maintenance and care.......................................................................................... 16
Error detection and solutions................................................................................ 17
Technical specification......................................................................................... 19
Contact information ............................................................................................ 20

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Description
The DEFA Solid EV Charger is a premium charging station for electric vehicles and plug-in
hybrids.
The DEFA Solid EV Charger has been created with the user in mind. Unique features, unmatched
user friendliness, and extreme durability characterizes the DEFA Solid EV Charger.
• Efficient cable management: Cable guides and clip 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.
• User-friendly: One-button interface and intuitive display.
• Power Adjustment: Manually reduces current to protect main fuse when necessary.

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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 or support, see chapter Contact information.
Important! The charging station must be installed, uninstalled or repaired by a licensed
electrician. These actions must be executed in accordance with national and local regulations.
DANGERSections 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 contrary to these safety notices must not be carried out
under any circumstances.
WARNINGSections 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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NOTICESections 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.
Danger
Do not use if the
outer shell has
been damaged.
Do not use the
charging cable if it
is defective or ap-
pears cracked,
broken or other-
wise damaged.
Do not use ad-
apters or exten-
sion cords.
Physical repairs
must be executed
by a licensed elec-
trician.
Changes to the
settings or the
power connections
must be executed
by a licensed elec-
trician.

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Warning
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The product is de-
signed only for Mode
3-charging of vehicles.
Do not use it for any
other purpose.
Do not allow the cable
to be under strain dur-
ing charging.
Do not allow water to
enter the charging port
while charging.
Keep the plug and
charging station away
from water. Do not ex-
pose to a direct jet, or
splashes of water.
Handling
DANGEREnsure that the cable is never run over by a vehicle.
Handle the charger with care and do not subject it to strong force or impact. Do not pull, twist,
tangle, drag, or step on the cable.
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 coil the cable correctly.
• Always store with the cable coiled. Do not leave the cable on the ground after usage.
• Attach the plug cap to protect the vehicle plug when the product is not in use.
• Use the cable clip to coil the cable for when the product is not in use.

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Main parts
Charging station
A
B
C
D
E
F
a
b
c
d
A. Charging cable
B. Charging unit
C. Cable clip
D. Plug cap
E. Vehicle plug
F. Wall bracket
Display view
a. Power Input Indica-
tion
b. Select Button
c. Charger Status Indic-
ation
d.Vehicle Connection
Indication

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Charge the vehicle
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NOTICEPlease read the charging instructions in the vehicle's manual before using the
charging station.
Plug in
1. Ensure that the charging station is turned on (Power Input Indication is lit).
– In case the charging station is turned off, refer to the section Turn the charger on/off.
2. Ensure that the charging station is set to the desired level (displayed by Charger Status
Indication).
3. Check the condition of the vehicle inlet before inserting the plug.
4. Uncoil the cable and grab the handle.
5. Insert the plug into the vehicle inlet. The vehicle starts to charge which is indicated by the
lights being lit in sequence on Vehicle Connection Indication. The speed in which the lights
are lit indicates which level is used.

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Proper connection
The plug must be fully inserted into the inlet of the vehicle. Failure to do so will prevent the
vehicle inlet from locking the plug in place and start charging.
Unplug
WARNINGDo not unplug the charging cable while the vehicle is still charging. Always
complete or end the charging before unplugging (refer to the vehicle's charging
instruction for information about this).
• If the charging is finished, all symbols on the display will blink. You can safely unplug the
charging cable.

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• If the charging isn't finished, you have to end the charging via the vehicle before unplugging
the charging cable.
1. Remove the plug from the vehicle inlet.
2. Coil the charging cable around the charging unit.
Turn the charging station on/off
Turn the charging station on/off by pressing and holding Select for 5 seconds. You can't turn off
the charging station when it is connected to a vehicle.

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Display symbols on the charging unit
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NOTICETo see animations that explains the different signals, go to www.defa.com.
Power Input Indication
Indicates if the charging station is connected to power or not.
No light – Power off Light on – Power on Pulsing - Charging fin-
ished Pulsing red - Error
Select Button
Briefly press Select to toggle between Normal/Low 1/Low 2. The levels will appear in the
following order: Normal (default starting level) → Low 1 → Low 2 → Normal →.
When Select is pressed:
• The light on the button will be lit for 5 seconds and then fade.
•Charger Status Indication will blink for 2 seconds, then stay lit.
No light - Normal level is activated Light – Low 1-level or Low 2-level is activated
Charger Status Indication
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NOTICEThis display does not display any information about the charging level of the
vehicle's battery.
Indicates the charging station setting. The display will blink for a few seconds at start-up and then
settle on the current charging level for the device.

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No light -
Charging
station dis-
connected or
turned off
Flowing -
Automatic
self-test
Three bars –
Normal level
used
Two bars –
Low 1-level
used
One bar -
Low 2-level
used
Pulsing -
Charging fin-
ished *
Pulsing red -
Error
* Pulsing with one, two or three bars depending on chosen level.
Vehicle Connection Indication
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NOTICEThis display does not show any information about the charging level of the
vehicle's battery.
Indicates that the charging station is connected to the vehicle and that charging is in progress.
No light - No con-
nection to vehicle Only end lights lit - Battery connec-
ted (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 charging level is used.

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Set the required charging level
1. Press Select to toggle between Normal level/Low 1-level/Low 2-level. The levels appears in
the following order: Normal (default starting level) → Low 1 → Low 2 → Normal →.
2. When setting the device to Low 1-level or Low 2-level Selectlids for 5 seconds and then fade.
The number of bars on Charger Status Indication show which of the modes is currently
active.
3. Charger Status Indication blinks for 2 seconds until the change is effective, then stay lid.
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NOTICEIf charging ends on Low 1-level or Low 2-level, this setting will be stored until
the next use.
•Low level: If Low 1-level or Low 2-level is set, the charging power will be lower than normal.
This might be required if the fuse for the domestic outlet is rated lower than the normal level
of the charging station, or if the domestic outlets electrical circuit used for the charging
station is shared with other electrical products.
Product rating configured by installer
Normal 4,6 kW
20 A 4,1 kW 18 A 3,7 kW 16 A 3,5 kW 15 A 3,0 kW 13 A 2,3 kW 10 A 1,8 kW 8 A 1,4 kW 6 A
Low 1 16 A 15 A 13 A 12,5 A 11 A 9 A 7 A N/A
Low 2 8 A 8 A 8 A 8 A 8 A 8 A 6 A N/A
Chosen
by in-
staller
(marked
with "X"):
The charging power also depends on the power that the connected vehicle is able to receive.

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Store and protect
Coil the cable
Roll the cable around the charging unit. Make sure that the plug hangs with the plug cap facing
the ground. Attach the clip to the charging cable.
Use the plug cap
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.

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Maintenance and care
WARNINGDo not flush water on the charging station. Do not use harsh chemicals when
cleaning.
Checking
• Keep the plug dry and check them regularly for dust, dirt, pebbles, etc..
• Check the cable regularly for cracks and other damage.
• Check the charging station regularly for cracks and other damage.
Cleaning
• Switch off the charging station before cleaning. This is done by pressing Select for 5 seconds
while the vehicle is not connected.
• 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 communic-
ations fault with vehicle.
A vehicle-side error state can be triggered at any time when the charging station is con-
nected to both a power supply and a vehicle inlet. This includes during an active charge
sequence, in charge-ready state or during start-up.
Try this
• Consult the vehicle’s manual for information about possible issues.
• Contact the vehicle vendor.
• Unplug the charging station from the vehicle and then plug it in again.
This error state will display if there is a problem on the vehicle side. This could be
caused by the cable not being connected correctly, a faulty or damaged vehicle connec-
tion or a damaged cable plug.
Try this
• Consult the vehicle’s manual for information about possible issues.
• Contact the vehicle vendor.
• Unplug the charging cable from the vehicle and then plug it in again.
Charging unit error
This error state will display if there is a problem detected with the internal electronics
of the charging unit.
Try this
• Contact support, see chapter Contact Information.
• Unplug the charging cable from the vehicle and then plug it in again.

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This error state will display if the charging cable is disconnected. This is considered an
error only if the charging cable is in fact connected.
Try this
• Contact support, see chapter Contact Information.
• Unplug the charging cable from the vehicle and then plug it in again.
Domestic side error
This error state will display if there is a problem detected with the domestic power sup-
ply to the charging station. This could include incorrect or fluctuating voltage, ground
faults, or other errors.
Try this
• Check if the control box is hot to the touch.
• Unplug the charging cable from the vehicle and wait a few minutes, then plug it in again.
• Consult an electrician or contact support, see chapter Contact information.
This error state will display if there is a problem detected with the domestic power sup-
ply to the charging station
Try this
• Check that the power supply to the property is functioning as expected.
• Check that the domestic circuit breaker/fuse plug has not been triggered.
• Consult an electrician or the person responsible for installing the charging station.

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Technical specification
Item number 712800
Rated voltage 230 VAC (1-phase, 50-60Hz)
Rated current 6A - 20A
Charger type Mode 3
Connection to vehicle Type 2
RCD 30 mA AC & 6mA DC
GRID type TN- and IT-power grid
Overheat protection Internal sensor
Operating temperature -40 °C to +50 °C
Storage temperature -50 °C to +85 °C
Size (L x W x T) 312 x 85 x 70 mm
Material charging unit Aluminum
IK rating IK 08
IP rating IP 44
Weight 2,3 kg
Certification CE, IEC61851, IEC62955
Recycling EE-waste

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Contact information
If you have any questions, contact your local vendor, visit defa.com or call DEFA support:
• Phone (Norway/International): [phone]
• Phone (Sweden/International): [phone]
• Phone (Finland): [phone]
If you have any feedback on how the system or support can be improved, feel free to give us your
input at [email protected]
Installed by:
Rating of product installed: ___A/___kW
Date:
Signature: