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CoRe+ MaxTM
Installation Manual

Table of Contents
1
About CoRe+ MaxTM 2
Canada and USA Electromagnetic Interference Regulatory Statement 2
Important Safety Instructions 3
Instructions pertaining to a risk of fire or electric shock 3
Important general safety instructions 3
Important elements to consider when installing the communication gateway 6
Installation Instructions 7
Dimensions and nominal installation location 7
Power cable entry under the station 8
Power cable entry from the back 9
With electric box 10
Setting the current limit 11
Closing the housing of the station 12
Preliminary Tests and Commissioning 14
Station Status Light Indicator 14
Power Sharing 15
Operating Instructions 16
User Maintenance Instructions 17
Moving and Storage Instructions 17
Glossary 17
Specifications 18
CoRe+ MaxTM Installation Manual

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by AddEnergie may void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy: The radiated power output of the communication modules included in this device
is below the limits recommended for the general population for uncontrolled exposure as defined in the FCC standards.
This device should be operated with a minimum distance of at least 20 cm between itself and a person’s body and must
not be co-located or operated with any other antenna to comply the conditions of the FCC Grants.
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About CoRe+ MaxTM
Canada and USA Electromagnetic Interference
Regulatory Statement
The CoRe+ MaxTM is part of a family of Level 2 charging stations that are adaptable for a wide range of parking layouts
including workplaces, condos, apartments, fleets, and commercial properties. They are ideal for sites where several high-
capacity electric vehicles, such as commercial service trucks and school buses, need to charge simultaneously, because
they can be cascaded to minimize installation costs for the entire site.
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Safety Symbols On Your Unit
Instructions Pertaining To A Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock
Important General Safety Instructions
• This device should be supervised when used around children.
• Never insert your finger into the electric vehicle connection.
• Never use the EVSE if the flexible power cord or EV cable is frayed, has broken insulation, or any other signs
of damage.
• Never use the EVSE if the enclosure or the EV connector is broken, cracked, open, or shows any other signs
of damage.
• This EVSE was designed to be used with electric vehicles equipped with a SAE-J1772 connector.
• This EVSE is to be used to charge vehicles that do not require a ventilated environment during charging.
• Make sure to always disconnect the power supply of the EVSE before servicing.
• Avoid installing the EVSE in bad weather conditions.
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Important Safety Instructions
Symbol Meaning
Alternating current
Phase
This unit is equipped with a protective conductor terminal
Read all instructions before using this product.
PLEASE SAVE ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS OF THIS MANUAL.
WARNING:
This symbol is used to provide warning of hazardous voltage and possibility of electric shock.
CAUTION:
This symbol is used to provide awareness of important safety information in these instructions.
WARNING:
When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following.
This manual contains important instructions for Model CoRe+ MaxTM that shall be followed during
installation, operation, and maintenance of the unit.
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CAUTION
Always use a manual screwdriver only; DO NOT use an impact driver for the screws at any times,
otherwise, it will void the warranty.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, connect only to a circuit provided with appropriate branch circuit overcurrent
protection (see TABLE 1) in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code (CSA C22.1-12) and the
National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70).
1 Handle packing with care. Always use safety glasses and gloves when unpacking and installing.
2 Communicate with a certified contractor, certified electrician, or trained installer to ensure compliance with local
building code, regulation, security standards and weather conditions.
3 Verify with local authorities that the location where the EVSE is to be installed is free from underground pipelines
or electrical equipment, otherwise you might inflict yourself serious injuries.
4 This EVSE is designed to be wall-mounted or post-mounted.
5 If installed on a wall mount configuration do not install on or over a combustible surface.
6 Make sure that the types of mounting surface of the wall or the post be strong enough to bear a minimum of
125 pounds (56.7 Kg.) per anchoring point in the vertical and horizontal direction, and that anchors be compatible
with the type of mounting surface.
7 This product must be connected to a grounded, metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead
on the product and installed by a certified electrician.
8 Any EVSE part alteration will automatically void the warranty.
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Install the Communication Gateway prior to the Commissioning of the Station. The Communication Gateway is the
property of AddEnergie. Fees will be charged if the Gateway is damaged, lost or not installed according to the
installation guide.
Rotary Position Charging station
current (A)
Recommended
circuit protection (A)
Recommended
Wire Gauge (AWG)
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
80
72
64
59
56
48
40
32
24
16
100
90
80
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
3
3
4
4
4
6
6
8
10
14
Site Preparation Considerations Prior To Installation
• Split Phase 120/240 VAC Supply or single phase 120/208 VAC (Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2).
• Both lines must have 120V between ground.
• Voltage supply must be grounded.
• Require 2 lines and 1 ground connection. Neutral is not used. (Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2).
• Maximum output power: 19.2 kW @ 240 VAC or 16.6 KW @ 208 VAC.
• Built-in protection against overvoltage conditions and leakage current to ground.
• Use 90 °C wire copper conductors only.
• Field terminals accept wire between 3AWG and 14.
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IMPORTANT ELEMENTS TO CONSIDER WHEN INSTALLING THE
COMMUNICATION GATEWAY:
• An Outdoor installation is recommended. The Customer must provide a waterproof PVC box and install it less
than 48,7 meters (160 ft.) from the stations.
Contact us when the Communication Gateway is installed to validate the signal levels and activate Commissioning or
for any other questions: 1-877- 505-2674 #201
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Installation Instructions
Dimensions and nominal installation location.
2 matching holes and a rectangular
cable opening when pedestal mounted.
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Avoid installing the EVSE in bad weather
conditions.
IMPORTANT:
the protection plate should always remain
over the keyhole.
1. Attach the head base to the wall or the post with
an anchoring apparatus that can withstand at least
56.7 Kg. (125 pound) per anchor point (2), in the
vertical and horizontal direction.
2. Hang the head base to the upper anchor
(previously fixed to the wall or post) via the keyhole
at the top. When doing so, ensure that there is a
‘tight-fit”’ such that there is not gap between the
gasket and the mounting wall.
3. Complete the mounting of the head base by
screwing a mounting bolt through the bottom
hole behind the illustrated cable, in the bottom
anchor point.
4. Remove the hole cover and attach the cable
connector to the hole from the bottom, then insert
the power cable. Make sure the conductors are
long enough to reach the terminal block.
5. Connect two power conductors (L1 and L2) and
the ground conductor (GND).
6. The grounding conductor shall be connected to
the terminal ground.
Power Cable Entry Under The Station
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IMPORTANT:
the protection plate should always remain
over the keyhole.
1. Attach the head base to the wall or the post with
an anchoring apparatus that can withstand at least
56.7 Kg. (125 pound) per anchor point (2), in the
vertical and horizontal direction.
2. Hang the head base to the upper anchor
(previously fixed to the wall or post) via the keyhole
at the top. When doing so, ensure that there is a
‘tight-fit”’ such that there is not gap between the
gasket and the mounting wall.
3. Complete the mounting of the head base by
screwing a mounting bolt through the bottom
hole behind the illustrated cable, in the bottom
anchor point.
4. Remove the plate to avoid the splatter of particles
in the equipment.
5. Punch a hole of the appropriate diameter in the
plate to install the cable connector.
6. Replace the plate in place.
7. Install the cable connector to the punched hole,
then the cable. Make sure the conductors are long
enough to reach the terminal block.
8. Connect two power conductors (L1 and L2) and
the ground conductor (GND).
9. The grounding conductor shall be connected to
the terminal ground.
Power Cable Entry From The Back
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IMPORTANT:
the protection plate should always remain
over the keyhole.
1. Remove the backplate.
2. Install the head base to align the rectangular
opening with the box opening in the wall or the
post.
3. Attach the head base to the wall or the post with
an anchoring apparatus that can withstand at least
56.7 Kg. (125 pound) per anchor point (2), in the
vertical and horizontal direction.
4. Hang the head base to the upper anchor
(previously fixed to the wall or post) via the
keyhole at the top. When doing so, ensure that
there is a ‘tight-fit’ such that there is not gap
between the gasket and the mounting wall.
5. Complete the mounting of the head base by
screwing a mounting bolt through the bottom
hole behind the illustrated cable, in the bottom
anchor point.
6. Connect two power conductors (L1 and L2) and
the ground conductor (GND).
7. The grounding conductor shall be connected to
the terminal ground.
With Electrical Box
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Setting the current limit
By default, the CoRe+ MAX is set to maximum power (factory). If your electrical infrastructure does not allow the charging
station to operate at maximum power (or preventing any potential current overload), it can be reduced using the Current
Limiter Switch.
WARNING:
Make sure power is off
Procedure:
1. Locate the current limiter switch on the main PC board.
2. Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, gently
rotate the switch to the desired position.
(See table below)
Rotary Position Charging station
current (A)
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
80
72
64
59
56
48
40
32
24
16
3. Detach the corresponding maximum current
setting label, from the label set kit that came
with the unit, onto the label located on the
charging station enclosure, over the existing
current indication so maintenance personnel is
informed about the maximum current setting,
for safety and warranty validity considerations.
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Closing the housing of the station
1. Make sure that the gasket on the lip shown below is well aligned.
2. Connect the cables to their connectors as per the markings.
3. Align the lip with the groove and install the head to the base, making sure that the seals stay in place.
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4. Apply a slight pressure on the front cover, then screw on the top 2 bolts. Screw on the bottom 2 bolts. Tighten
all screws to 30 lbs*in (3.4 N*m). ATTENTION: NEVER USE AN IMPACT DRIVER TO AVOID DAMAGING
THE THREADS!
5. Place the charging cable on the cable holder and the charging gun in receptacle.
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Preliminary Tests and Commissioning
Instructions
• Apply power to the charging station, the following should be observed
immediately after power is turned on:
1: The status light is on continuously; its color will be green.
2: The display shows the greeting message.
• Scan the access card provided with the charging head, these results should
be observed:
1: Once the reader detects the card, it will emit an audible beep.
2: Immediately after the beep, the access card will be authenticated by
the charging station.
3: If the authentication of the card is successful, the automated test of the
protection circuit will be performed.
4: Once the test is successfully completed, the overhead status light will
start flashing (white).
5: If the connector is inserted into an Electrical Vehicle, it will begin
charging, if not, after 1 minute, the station will be in wait mode.
• Once the preliminary test is successfully passed, the charging station can then
be used as a private charging station (using the provided access card(s)), or to
be connected to AddEnergie’s management system by turning on the
communication Gateway provided by AddEnergie.
Station Status Light Indicator
Green
Solid color: Ready for session activation
White
Blinking: Session authenticated, ready to plug into EV
Blue
Solid color: Plugged in and energy being delivered
Red
Solid color: Critical fault
Off
Out of Service
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Power Sharing
Note 1:
The electrical wiring and the associated electrical hardware used to connect in parallel the charging stations shall be
compliant to the local regulations in place.
With the embedded “Power SharingTM” capability of the CoRe+ MaxTM, up to four charging stations can be
connected in parallel to the same branch circuit.
1. The charging stations connected in parallel to a same branch circuit must be the CoRe+ MaxTM model (the
specific model identification can be found on the unit label).
2. Without a site controller installed or in operation, or in the event of a lost communication, each CoRe+ MaxTM
limits its output to 6A.
3. To enable a dynamic sharing of current, a site controller must be installed and properly configured by AddEnergie.
4. The site controller will then ensure that available maximum current is shared optimally amongst the charging
stations (between 6A and 80A for each station), while making sure that the maximum circuit capacity (80 A in the
case of a circuit protected by a 100A breaker) is never exceeded.
5. For safety reason, each CoRe+ MaxTM charging station will immediately interrupt an ongoing charging session
when the connected EV draws more than the amperage limit dictated at any time. To resume charging, the user
must restart the usage session process from the beginning.
6. The site controller is provided by AddEnergie as part of Global Management Service (GMS).
7. The communication between the site controller and the charging station is through a wireless meshed Zigbee
network. Refer to the communication gateway installation guide provided by AddEnergie for more details.
8. The maximum number of charging stations sharing the same 100A circuit (for a total load of 80A) is 4.
Typical Installation
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Operating Instructions
1 Activate the station:
Place your card on the reader OR, Select the station in the mobile app
and press ‘‘Start a session’’.
2Pick up the connector and unwind the cable to the length required.
3Plug the connector into your vehicle. Charging will start immediately.
4Once charging is complete, replace the connector in its socket.
WARNING:
Once charging is complete, make sure to wind the cable and store the connector in its socket
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User Maintenance Instructions
Moving And Storing Instructions
The CoRe+ MAX enclosure complies to NEMA 4X which is intended for indoor or outdoor use primarily to provide a
degree of protection against corrosion, windblown dust, rain, splashing water, and hose directed water; undamaged by
ice which forms on the enclosure.
As such the maintenance required to protect the integrity of the charging station enclosure is minimal, except for
cleaning which can be achieved with standard domestic products recommended to the type of soil encountered.
The charging cable though, when not in usage, should be properly rolled around the station enclosure holder and the
cable connector inserted in its enclosure at all times. Care should be taken not to bend, twist or pull on the cable from
the connector alone either to enroll or roll it on the enclosure; or when it is stuck.
When manipulating the cable, please ensure the cable outer insulation and the connector itself do not show any excessive
sign of wear such as cracks or signs of abrasion, in which case please dial the ‘Installation or commissioning questions’
number at the end of this manual for reporting and case management purposes.
The charging station is designed for permanent usage and not intended for portable utilisation.
As such, storage situations will occur prior to installation in which case it is recommended that the station be kept in its
shipping packaging at temperature within -40 °C to +50 °C / -40 °F to + 112 F, and humidity not exceeding 95%
(noncondensing), until it is installed by qualified personnel.
Glossary
EVSE as Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment
EV as Electric Vehicle
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Specifications
Model:
CoRe+ MaxTM
Revision:
V1
Company Info:
AddEnergie Technologies Inc.
Document revision number:
V01-2021-02-27
©2021 AddEnergie Technologies Inc. All Rights Reserved. This document
is protected by copyright laws of many countries and should not be
modified, reproduced, or distributed without the prior written consent of
AddEnergie Technologies.
Description of the charger
Output connector
Input connector
Maximum output power
Operating Temperature Range
Built-in protection
Enclosure
Shipping weight
Communication protocols
Security Standard Certification
(Pending)
Level 2, 80A charging station equipped with display and card reader.
Output connector: J-1772 compliant
Split Phase 120/240 VAC Supply or single phase 120/208 VAC
(Refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2)
Maximum configurable output power: 19.2 kW @ 240V or 16.64 kW @ 208V)
Operating Temperature Range: -40 °C to +50 °C / -40 °F to + 122 °F
Overvoltage conditions and leakage current to ground.
NEMA 4X, suitable for outdoor use.
Approximately 12.15 kg / 27 lb.
OCPP version 1.6J
CSA C22.2 No. 0-10 General Requirements – Canadian Electrical code, part II
CSA 281.2 /UL2231 Standard for safety for personnel protection systems for
electric vehicle (EV) supply circuits: Requirements for protection devices for
use in charging systems
CSA C22.2 No. 280/UL2594 (1st edition) Electric vehicle supply equipment
(EVSE)
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Installation or commissioning questions:
(877) 505-2674 ext. 201
AddÉnergie Technologies Inc.
Contact Us
2800, Louis-Lumière Street, office 100,
Québec (QC) G1P 0A4 CANADA
T. 1 877 505-2674
F. 855 505-2674
addenergie.com
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