Nuvve EVSE-B-P Series Manual
May 2021
Doc #: NU-000032-A, PowerPort Installation & Setup
Installation and Setup
Installation Manual for EVSE-B Charging Station
With Grid Integrated Vehicle (GIVeTM) Capability
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APPLICABILITY
PowerPort from Nuvve (part number EVSE-B-PX-TXX-HX-AXXX) is an AC charging station
for electric vehicles that are provided with an SAE J1772 EV or SAE J3068 connector. (In
Europe, designated IEC61851 Type 1 and Type 2.) This enclosure is rated IP54, ventilation is not
required. PowerPort is supplied with an internal utility-grade meter.
Legal: The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not
be construed as a commitment by Nuvve Corp. Nuvve Corp assumes no responsibility for
any errors that may appear in this document. In no event shall Nuvve be liable for incidental
or consequential damages arising from use of this document or the software and hardware
described in this document. This document and parts thereof must not be reproduced
or copied without Nuvve’s written permission, and contents may not be used for any
unauthorized purpose.
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CONTENTS
PowerPort Installation and Setup 1
Applicability 2
Contents 3
Safety information and overview 4
Supplied Components in package 4
Unpacking 4
Critical Setting: Current limit 5
Typical Setting 5
5
Replacing cable with one of different Ampere capacity 6
Set Dial Position (if needed) 7
Current Limit Logic by PowerPort 8
Physical mounting 8
Wall mounting 8
Pedestal mount 8
Electrical and internet hookup 8
Single Phase 10
Three Phase 10
Close EVSE and test 11
Instructions to User 12
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SAFETY INFORMATION AND OVERVIEW
WARNING – When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following. This manual contains important instructions for Models EVSE-B-PX-
TXX-HX-AXXX that shall be followed during installation, operation and maintenance of the
unit.
a) Read all the instructions before using this product.
b) This device should be supervised when used around children.
c)
d)
insulation, or any other signs of damage.
e)
shows any other indication of damage.
Critical setting: PowerPort has an internal setting to limit the EV’s current drawn. The
and the installed connector. See section “Critical Setting: Current Limit.”
Critical Setting: Torque of connectors on the supply connection to the Nuvve PowerPort
Follow all applicable safety standards, building codes, and electrical codes. In the US, see
cords are not allowed to be used with this equipment.
Always use proper lockout and tag out precautions and comply with all national and
local codes. Please review these instructions carefully before you begin the installation.
SUPPLIED COMPONENTS IN PACKAGE
•EVSE-B with cable and hanger attached
•PowerPort Installation and Setup Manual. (This document)
•
installation.
UNPACKING
•
•
•Remove the cover by sliding it up, towards the top of the unit
•
•Unscrew the ¼ inch nut and washer holding the ground strap to the cover and retain
nut and washer for reinstallation later
•
scratch the paint.
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main power cable connected which will be done later in this procedure)
ELECTRIC VEHICLE
CHARGINGSTATION
For use with electric vehicles
Model number: EVSE-B-1P-1H-T1-80
INPUT:
100 Amp Branch Circuit Protector
OUTPUT:
80 Amps continuous
SAE J1772 Compliant. Enclosure: NEMA Type 3R, IP54
CRITICAL SETTING: CURRENT LIMIT
followed, most commonly the “Typical setting”. If the Typical Setting is appropriate, other
“Current Limit Logic by PowerPort” to understand the three ways that the current limit is set.
Typical Setting
•The label on the side of case gives the “Branch Circuit Protector” size.
•
•
•
Insufcient Ampere Capacity on Branch Circuit
•If site location’s Branch Circuit Protector cannot support amperes on EVSE-B label, then
set Dial to the corresponding position (see “Set Dial Position”)
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All values in amperes
Dial Position
Minimum Cord set
rating US NEC Breaker Size UK/EU Breaker Size
12 15 13 0
16 20 16 1
20 25 20 2
24 30 25 3
32 40 32 4
40 50 40 5
48 60 50 6
56 70 -7
63 80 63 8
72 90 - 9
80 100 80 A
Reserved B
Reserved C
Reserved D
Reserved E
F
Replacing cable with one of different Ampere capacity
•If cable to EV is being replaced or changed.
•Determine new cable and connector rating.
•Note: Rating is normally printed on the side of the cable & connector.
•Determine Branch Circuit Protection rating.
•
letter.
•Set Dial position per below (see “Set Dial Position”)
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Set Dial Position (if needed)
•Note: The position of the dial (rotary switch) controls a signal from the Nuvve PowerPort
to the EV that should limit how many amps any car plugging in to it will draw.
•
•With the power off, remove the green “VEL” board, held down by four small screws and
•
it should be set to “F”, meaning that the manufacturer setting has not been altered.
•
•
Amps that the EVSE will allow the EV to charge.
•
•
prohibit automatic retry after a ground fault, the installer must ensure that dip switch 4
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Current Limit Logic by PowerPort
under special situations.
current the EV can draw. The EV is then responsible for limiting current.
manufacturing. (This is determined by component ratings and corresponds to the last
turning the rotary switch per the above section “Set Dial Position”, thereby also overriding
the factory setting. Additionally, if the EVSE is being used for grid services, a Nuvve-trained
The EVSE Technician setting, if added, overrides both the rotary switch setting and the
manufacturer’s built-in setting.
PHYSICAL MOUNTING
Wall mounting
location. IEC standards for charging stations require that the cord hanger, or the receptacle,
must be located at a height between 0.4 m and 1.5 m above ground level. In environments
mounting holes.
Pedestal mount
wall surface. Please contact Nuvve sales for more information about this option.
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ELECTRICAL AND INTERNET HOOKUP
•Install conduit (as required) for the power and internet connections. You may use the
•The internet connection requires connection to a building router; the internet cable
should have an RJ45 connection attached, to be plugged into the top of the red circuit
board (see blue cable in diagram).
•Some jurisdictions require that the ethernet cable be routed in separate conduit
cable wire-tied outside of the power conduit.
•
the Wi-Fi device is provided and supported by a third party.
•
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Wire Size,
AWG (mm2)
Torque,
in lb (N•m)
2 (34 mm) 50 in lb (5.6 N•m)
4-6 (10-25 mm) 45 in lb (5.1 N•m)
8 (5-10 mm) 40 in lb (4.5 N•m)
10-14 (2-5 mm) 35 in lb (4 N•m)
Single Phase
•Connect a dedicated 120V (level I) or 208 – 240V (level II), over-current-protected service
•Critical setting:
must be torqued according to wire size, as shown in the table. Torque units are given in
inch-pounds and in Newton-meters.
•Terminals to the right should already be connected to the EV cable. If not, they must be
installed prior to operation and must be correctly torqued.
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Three Phase
•The PowerPort may be used for 200V, 208V, 400V or 480V three-phase power. In the
•All three-phase EV standards require neutral, therefore neutral must be connected
when installing the three-phase PowerPort. Supply must be 4-wire Wye.
•Connect a dedicated, overcurrent-protected service to the four terminals toward the
are for the line supply (the right should already be connected to the EV cable. Connect
yellow.
•
•Critical setting: Use a torqueing screwdriver and torque to 5.0 N·m (44 lbf·in).
•Important: For 480 V, the PowerPort power supply must be powered from L1 to N. If
it is powered L1 to L2, the 480V line supply will burn out the power supply. Installing
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Close EVSE and test
•Connect ribbon cable and ground wire, insuring they are not pinched when case closes.
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•
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that supplies branch power to the device.
•TEST: The power indicator light should illuminate when power is applied. The red “Error”
goes out, an EV can be plugged in to test correct charging.
•TEST: Connect the cord and connector from the EVSE to an electric vehicle. (For user
education, the ideal vehicle is one of those owned, or to be charged at this location, with
the vehicle owner or a site manager present.) After a few moments of delay the amber
charging light should illuminate indicating that the EVSE is charging the vehicle.
•TEST: If internet was connected, the blue internet light should illuminate. If the internet
a Nuvve server. Solid blue means both connected locally and connected to a Nuvve
•To set up the EVSE for GIVeTM, remote metering, or other advanced functions, a Nuvve-
trained EVSE Technician should service the unit after the electrician has installed it
connect to.
•The EVSE is provided with an integral AC ground fault protector, and a DC ground
fault protector (The DC ground current is presently a European requirement). In the
an increasing time with each retry. If the ground fault persists after that, the EVSE will
Alternatively, the power to the EVSE may be cycled off then on.
•NOTE:
prohibit automatic retry after a ground fault, the installer must ensure that dip switch 4
•The electrical and internet installation and testing is now complete.
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INSTRUCTIONS TO USER
The installer should point out this section to the driver or property owner. It contains user
sheet.
there are no user-serviceable parts inside. The EVSE contains arcing parts (it arcs when
disconnecting the connector from the EV, and when the internal relay opens); if installed in
Connecting:
plug in the EV, and insure that the amber “Charging” light turns on. The red “Error” light
Troubleshooting:
1.
2. If the amber “charging” light does not illuminate when the connector is put in the
insects, or other debris prevent the connector from going fully in, thus preventing a
connection. When a clean connector is inserted, on the Type 1 connector there should
not start, the user should try the same car on a different EVSE, or a different car on this
EVSE, in order to determine whether the car or EVSE are the issue. If the EVSE still fails
to charge the vehicle, technical support should be consulted.
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3.
technical support.
4.
to retry by unplugging and replugging the cord-set from the vehicle inlet. If allowed
“ground fault” which often is simply caused by moisture on or in the connector; if damp,
try removing and cleaning out the connector, or if time allows, leave it to dry out in the
be consulted.
5. Red “Error” light is continuously on. Red light staying on means that the EV has tried
more than is permitted.
6.
use the EVSE. The unit must be serviced prior to any further use.
Moving and storage:
An installed PowerPort is directly connected to the electric system and should be removed
storage.
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