NovaCHARGE 8000 Series User manual

NovaCHARGE
8000 Series EV
Charger-32A

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This document contains instructions and warnings that must be followed when
installing and using the NovaCHARGE 8000 Series EV Charger - 32A. Before installing
or using the NC8000 - 32A, read this entire document as well as all WARNING and
CAUTIONmarkings in this document.
Safety Instructions
The symbols used have the following meaning:
WARNING: RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
WARNING: RISK OF FIRE
CAUTION: RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT
• The NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A charger must only be installed by licensed
electricians.
• Make sure that all materials used during the installation procedures follow local
building codes and safety standards.
• The information provided in this manual in no way exempts the user or installer
of their responsibility to follow all applicable codes or safety standards.
• This document provides specific installation instructions for the NC8000
Series EV Charger - 32Acharger and should not be used for any other product.
• Before installation or use of this product, review this manual carefully and consult
with a licensed contractor, licensed electrician, or trained installation expert to
ensure compliance with local building codes and safety standards.
Repair and Maintenance Clause
• Only licensed electricians should repair or maintain the NC8000 Series EV Charger -
32A charger.
• Turn off the input power before performing any installation, repair or
maintenance work.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
• This NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A charger complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Changes or modifications to this charger not expressly approved by the
manufacturer couldvoid FCC compliance.
• Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This charger may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) This charger must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Basic precautions should always be followed when using electrical
products, including the following:
• Read all the instructions before using this product.
• This charger should be supervised when used around children.
• Do not put fingers into the EV connector.
• Do not use this product if the flexible power cord or EV cable is
frayed, has broken insulation, or any other signs of damage.
• Do not use this product if the enclosure or EV connector are
broken, cracked, open, or if they show any other damage.
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in
a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if
you are in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded.
WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
• Do not touch live electrical parts.
• Incorrect connections may cause electric shock.
WARNING: This equipment is intended only for charging vehicles that do
not require ventilation during charging. Please refer to your vehicle owner’s
manual to determine ventilation requirements.
WARNING: Do not use extender cables to increase the length of the
charging cable. Maximum length is limited to 25 feet by the National Fire
Protection Agency.
WARNING: Do not drag the NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A charger
by the input power cord.

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CONTENTS
1 Introduction............................................................... 2
1.1 Product View.............................................................. 2
2 Installation ................................................................ 4
2.1 Before Installation................................................................. 4
2.2 Tools & Parts Required for Installation.......................................... 5
2.3 Mounting the Charging Station................................................... 6
2.4 NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A Charger Installation with NEMA 6-50 Plug6
2.5 NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A Charger Hardwire Installation ............. 9
2.6 Holster Installation.....................................................................12
3. LED Indication ........................................................... 16
4. Troubleshooting ......................................................... 16
5. Product Specifications ................................................................. 17

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1. Introduction
This user manual applies to “NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A Level 2 AC Charger for Plug-
in ElectricVehicles (PEVs) and Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs)”.
With a 32A maximum capability, the NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A can be
programmed to the energy output required.
Any unauthorized modifications will void the manufacturer’s warranty
1.1 Product View
Different models of Charger:
NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A Charger (Hardwired)
Figure 1-1 NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A Charger Front view

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Box Contents
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Figure 1-2 Box contents
Table 1-1 Accessories in the box
Description
3
4
Assembly)

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2. Installation
2.1 Before Installation
2.1.1 Safety check
CAUTION: Disconnect the power supply before installing or
repairing the charger. Failure to disconnect may result in
physical injury or damage to the power supply system and
the charging unit.
The NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A charger must be installed only by a licensed
electrician inaccordance with local and national electrical codes and standards.
Before installing the charger, make sure you have read all the instructions in this
manual and fully understand its contents.
Appropriate protection is required when connecting to a main switchboard. Please
refer to section 2.2, Tools and Parts Required for Installation.
2.1.2 Grounding Instructions
Hardwired Connected Product: Grounding Instructions for a hardwired
connected product: 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

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2.2 Tools and Parts Required for Installation
Tool
Mounting Bracket
Holster Assembly
Heat Shrink Tubing
Terminal
Screws
Heat Gun
Wire, Copper
Conduit
Torx Screwdriver
Philips Screwdriver
Hexagon Socket
Torque Wrench
Qty.
1
1
3
3
4
1
3
1
1
1
1
1
Size
194x109x9 mm
58x58x70 mm
For 8 AWG
wire
For 8 AWG
wire
Tapping #12
Mechanical:
M6
Standard size
8 AWG
1 inch
T20
PH3
5/16
35 kgf-cm min
Supplier
Model
Accessories
Model
Accessories
Model
Accessories
Model
Accessories
Model
Accessories
Commercially
Available
Commercially
Available
Commercially
Available
Commercially
Available
Commercially
Available
Commercially
Available
Commercially
Available
Commercially
Available
Remark
Fastens
NC8000
series charger
to the wall
Holds EV
charging plug
Protects
wires &
terminals
Connects
input wires
to the
terminal
block
Fastens
Mounting
Bracket &
Hook
For heat
shrink tubing
UL1015
(recommended)
Protects
power cable
Tightens
tapping
screws

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2.3 Mounting the Charging Station
NOTE: If mounting onto a NovaCHARGE Universal Pedestal, please follow the
instructions that accompanied the pedestal.
To prepare for mounting, remove the mounting bracket from the back of the
charger by loosening the M4 screw.
2.4 NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A Charger Installation with
NEMA 6-50 Plug
1. Secure the main body mounting bracket to the wall (or pedestal) with the
appropriate screws.
In order to meet ADA requirements, please use the following heights:
• For an indoor site, the charger should be located no lower than 18” (450 mm) and
not higher than 48” (1.2m).
• For an outdoor site, it is not lower than 24” (609 mm) and not higher than 48”
(1.2m). Refer to Article 625, NEC.
Standard installation requires that only two screws are used to fasten the mounting
bracket, using the two middle screw holes. The additional screw holes may be used
based on individual requirements.
Figure 2-1 Fasten mounting bracket Figure 2-2 Screw holes of mounting bracket
Screw sizing suggestion:
A. For masonry walls, use M6 mechanical screws. (Commercially Available)
B. For finished walls supported by wood studs, use #12 tapping screws.
(Model Accessories)

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C. Please refer to the following torque. The actual torque is according to the
wall material.
2. Mount the NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A charger onto mounting bracket.
• Slide the charging unit onto the mounting bracket.
• Fasten by tightening the M4 screw attached to mounting.
Please use the following torque.
Figure 2-3 NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A Charger and mounting bracket
Figure 2-4 Tighten M4 screw
M6

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3. Plug in the power cord.
Install the NEMA 6-50 outlet so that it is located at 6 - 10 inches below the NC8000
Series EV Charger - 32A char g er , as sho wn in the figur e bel o w .
Figure 2-5 Plug in the power cord

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2.5 NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A Charger Hardwire
Installation
1. Dis as s emble the fr ont c o v er , by l oo s ening the st ar s cre w s (x5).
Figure 2-6 Position of five screws on Base Cover
2. Choose the appropriate conduit in accordance with all applicable state, local and
national electrical codes and standards.
F i gu r e 2 - 7 Co n d u i t . Figur e 2-8 Right angl e conduit

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3. Clamp the copper terminals (model accessories) to copper wires. Cover the clamp
point with heat shrink tube (model accessories) for protection.
3.1 Refer to the following wire specification. Use conductor type other than RHH,
RHW and RHW -2 with out er c o v ering .
3.2 Within the charger box you will find a section marked "STOP Parts Inside" in
bright green. Open this section of the box to find a small clear plastic bag with
three (3) terminals and three (3) pieces of heat shrink tubing.
3.3 Expose 1/2" of wire for each copper lead for L1, L2 and G. Clamp the terminals
firmly onto the end of L1, L2 and G leads.
3.4 Cover the clamp with heat shrink tubing for protection, and carefully apply heat
to activate the shrink material.
3.5 Attach each wire to the terminal block on the charger as shown on page 11.
Figure 2-9 Copper terminal, heat shrink tube and copper wire.
Model
8 AWG

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Input Termina l Block
4. Electrical wiring to the NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A charger.
4.1 Begin with the top cover disassembled.
4.2 Use a Philips screwdriver to remove the clear plastic safety cover and remove
terminal screws.
4.3 Fasten the conduit to the enclosure. Please refer to the following torque.
4.4 Insert the wire and attach to the terminal block as shown in Figure 2-10
4.5 Use the following torque to connect the wire terminals to the terminal block
and r epl a c e cl e ar plastic s af et y c o v er .
Figure 2-10 Input wiring
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, connect only to a circuit provided
with 40 amperes maximum branch circuit overcurrent protection in
accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, and the
Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, C22.1.
Input TerminalBlock
Model

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4.6 Re as s emble t op c o v er . Pl e as e r ef er t o the fol l o wing t or que. This is a critica l st ep, as
proper torqueing of these screws is necessary to ensure the front cover enables a
weather and moisture resistant fit.
2.6 Holster Installation
NOTE: If mounting onto a NovaCHARGE Universal Pedestal, please follow the
instructions that accompanied with the pedestal.
1. Separate the holster from the hook.
Figure 2-11 Separate the holster
2. Fasten the hook on the wall (or pedestal) with appropriate screws.
• For finished walls supported by wood studs use #12 tapping screws (x2).
• The recommended torque is 25 kgf.cm (21.7 lb-in).
Figure 2-12 Secure the hook

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3. Make the holster face up and combine with the hook.
Figure 2-13 Secure the holster
4. Completely rotate the holster into place.
Figure 2-14 Rotate the holster

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5. Keeping the holster in this state, tighten screws completely.
• The recommended torque is 6 kgf.cm (5.2 lb-in). The screws will make the
combination firm.
Figure 2-15 Secure the hook
6. Place the NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A charging plug on the holster.
Figure 2-16 Place NC8000 Series EV Charger - 32A charging plug.

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Congratulations! You have successfully
completed the installation of your new
NC8000 Series EV Charger-32A .

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3. LED Indication
Green LED: Ready
Blue LED: Charging
Red LED: Service
4. Troubleshooting
LED State Meaning
Yellow Steady Power On/Device Out of Service
Yellow Flashing (Slow) Power On/Device Booting/Not Ready
Green Steady Power On/Device Available/Ready
Green Flashing (Fast) Authorized/Connect Vehicle Now (State A)
Green Flashing (Slow) Occupying (State B)
Blue Flashing (Slow) Charging (State C)
Red Steady Unrecoverable Fault
Red Flashing (Slow) Recoverable Fault
Remark
Fast Flash: On Time 300ms, Off Time 200ms, 2Hz
Slow Flash: On Time 1200ms, Off Time 800ms, 0.5Hz