EMPORIA Smart Home EV Charger Setup guide

Installation & Usage Guide

WARNING - RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK!
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor may result in a risk
of electric shock, leading to death or
serious injury. Emporia recommends that
installation be performed by a licensed
electrician or other qualified professional
in accordance with the regional electrical
code where it is being installed to ensure
the Emporia EV Charger is properly
grounded. Do not modify the provided plug
– if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a licensed electrician or
other qualified professional.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
The electrical system must be grounded. If
the Emporia EV Charger should malfunction
or break down, grounding provides a path of
least resistance for electric current to reduce
the risk of electric shock. The Emporia EV
Charger is equipped with a cord having an
equipment grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate receptacle that is
properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and
ordinances. In accordance with National
Electric Code, breakers should be rated for at
least 125% of the Emporia EV Charger’s
continuous load.

Safety information
Read these instructions before using the
EV Charger.
Charging should be supervised when
used around children.
Do not put fingers in EV connector.
The Emporia EV Charger is intended for
use with electric vehicles only.
Specifically, it is intended only for electric
vehicles not requiring ventilation during
charging.
Do not use the Emporia EV Charger in
any manner other than specified in this
installation guide.
Do not attempt to open, disassemble, or
repair any of the components of the
Emporia EV Charger. There are no user
serviceable parts inside.
If you believe the charging station,
cables, or connector gun may have been
damaged in any way; do not attempt to
use them.
Do not install the Emporia EV Charger in
environments with explosive gas or
vapors; nor in damp or wet environments;
nor in direct sunlight; nor where
temperatures are outside its operating
range of -22°F to 122°F (-30°C to 50°C)
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What’s in the box
Your new Emporia EV Charger contains the
following items. If any of these items are
missing or if you believe they’ve been
damaged, call support immediately.
Allen wrench
Charging
station
25’ charging
cord
Power cable
with NEMA
14-50P plug
SAE J1772
connector gun
Mounting
bracket Gun cradle
Eight 7/32 inch #12
Phillips screws 8 drywall anchors
Four M5X10
Phillips screws

Before you get started
Here are the tools you will need to install
the EV Charger.
Bubble level
Pencil Hammer
Drill with a
5/16" drill bit
iOS or Android
phone or tablet
Phillips and flathead
screwdrivers
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Step 1: Get the App
Use your phone to check the signal strength
of your Wi-Fi network where the EV Charger
will be installed. Low/no signal may require
a Wi-Fi extender for the Charger to work.
Download the Emporia Energy app onto
your phone or tablet from the Apple App
Store, from Google Play, or from
emporiaenergy.com/app. Create an
account and begin the setup process.
emporiaenergy.com/app

EV Charger can supply a maximum
charge of 48A to the EV
Requires a dedicated dual pole breaker.
We recommend 60A.
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EV Charger can supply a maximum
charge of 40A to the EV
Requires a dedicated dual pole breaker.
We recommend 50A.
Requires a NEMA 14-50R receptacle
outlet
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Hardwired installation
See Step 8a
Plugged-in installation
See Step 8b
Step 2: How is the
EV Charger powered?
Dedicated
Breaker Charge Power @ 240V
15A 12A2.9kW Y Y
20A 16A3.8kW Y Y
25A 20A4.8kW Y Y
30A 24A5.8kW Y Y
35A 28A6.7kW Y Y
40A 32A7.7kW Y Y
45A 36A8.6kW Y Y
50A 40A9.6kW Y Y
60/70/80A 48A11.5kW YN

24" - 48"
Allows slack for 25' cable
Allows slack
for 12" cable
-22F
122F
Step 3: Find a place
for the EV Charger
Locate a place to mount the EV charger
where the charger is 24-48" above the
floor/ground; the distance from the vehicle
allows slack for 25' cable; temperatures are
between -22°F to 122°F; the charger is
within range of WiFi signal; if plugged-in, the
distance from the NEMA outlet allows slack
for a short 12" cable; and if outside, the
charger is not in direct sunlight.
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24" - 48"
Step 4: Mark the mounting
bracket location
Use a bubble level to draw a horizontal line
where the top of the EV Charger will sit on
the wall ensuring it is 24-48" above the
floor/ground and allows slack for the 12"
NEMA cable if it will be plugged in. Then,
align the top of the mounting bracket to the
line and mark the 4 mounting holes.
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See instructions
Step 5: Install the
mounting bracket
For each mark, drill a 5/16" hole in the wall.
Use a hammer to tap in the 4 drywall
anchors. If you would like to install the gun
cradle under the EV Charger,install the
mounting bracket with 3 Phillips screws into
the top 3 anchors, omitting the bottom
screw, and go to Step 6a. If you’d like to
install the gun cradle off to the side of the
EV Charger, install the mounting bracket
with the 4 Phillips screws into the anchors
and proceed to Step 6b.
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Step 6a: Install the gun
cradle under the Charger
The gun cradle is designed to be installed
directly under the EV Charger. If you wish to
install it off to the side of the EV Charger,
skip to Step 6b. Hang the gun cradle on the
mounting bracket hooks. Mark the bottom
mounting hole of the gun cradle. Drill a
5/16" hole in the wall at your mark.
Use a hammer to tap in a drywall anchor.
Install the gun cradle with 2 Phillips screws
into the anchors.
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Step 6b: Install the gun
cradle beside the Charger
Use a bubble level to draw a horizontal line
at least 12” away from the mounting
bracket at the height you’d like the cradle
beside your EV Charger. Holding the gun
cradle up to your line, mark the top two and
bottom mounting holes of the gun cradle.
Drill a 5/16" hole in the wall for each mark.
Use a hammer to tap in 4 drywall anchors.
Install the gun cradle with 4 Phillips screws
into the anchors.
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Step 7: Mount
the EV Charger
Use a Phillips screwdriver and the 4 Phillips
bolts to install the EV Charger on the
mounting bracket.

A licensed electrician or other qualified
professional can follow these instructions
to hardwire the EV Charger to a breaker. If
you plan to power your EV Charger with a
NEMA 14-50R receptacle outlet, skip to
Step 8b. First, turn off the dedicated dual-
pole breaker that will power the EV Charger.
Step 8a-1: Hardwired
instructions for electricians
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From the back of the EV Charger, use the
Allen wrench to remove the 8 screws to
detach the front cover.
Step 8a-2: Hardwired
instructions for electricians
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Unscrew the screws for terminals 1, 2, and
3 to remove the Black, Red, and Green
NEMA cable wires
Step 8a-3: Hardwired
instructions for electricians
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Unscrew the screws to remove the clamp
securing NEMA cable. Then, remove the
NEMA cable from the assembly.
Step 8a-4: Hardwired
instructions for electricians
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Using ¾" conduit and proper fittings for the
connections, bring leads from both phases
of the breaker along with a ground/ earth
lead into the EV Charger assembly. Insert
the phase 1 lead into terminal 1, the phase 2
lead into terminal 2, and the ground into
terminal 3 and secure them with the
screws.
Step 8a-5: Hardwired
instructions for electricians
GND BUS
60 A
P1 P2
240 VAC
MAIN
BREAKER
120/240 VAC
LOCAL SERVICE OR SUB PANEL

Replace the clamp to secure the conduit /
leads from the panel.
Step 8a-6: Hardwired
instructions for electricians
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From the back of the EV Charger, use the
Allen wrench to replace the 8 screws to
reattach the front cover.
Step 8a-7: Hardwired
instructions for electricians
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