OBO Bettermann Ion Basic User manual

OBO Bettermann Holding GmbH & Co. KG
Operating
instructions
Ion Basic charging station
Ion Key charging station
Ion Basic Protect charging station
Ion Key Protect charging station

© 2023 OBO Bettermann Holding GmbH & Co. KG
Ion Basic charging station
Ion Key charging station
Ion Basic Protect charging station
Ion Key Protect charging station
Operating instructions

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Operating instructions, Ion charging stations
Table of contents
Table of contents
1 About these instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Target group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2 Relevance of these instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.3 Types of warning information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.4 Depiction conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.5 Basic standards and regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.6 Applicable documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
3.1 General safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.2 Safety stickers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
4 Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4.1 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.2 Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5 Mounting and installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6 Charging an electric vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
7 Cleaning the charging station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
8 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
9 Maintaining the charging station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
9.1 Checking the function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
10 Dismantling the charging station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
11 Disposing of the charging station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
12 FAQs ‒ frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
13 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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Table of contents

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Operating instructions, Ion charging station
About these instructions
1 About these instructions
1.1 Target group
These instructions describe how you can charge your electric vehicle
using the Ion charging station from OBO. The instructions are intended
for the operators of the Ion charging stations Basic, Key, Basic Protect
and Key Protect.
1.2 Relevance of these instructions
These instructions are based on the standards valid at the time of com-
pilation (February 2022).
Please read the instructions carefully before using the charging station.
We will not accept any warranty claims for damage caused through
non-observance of these instructions.
Any images are intended merely as examples. Mounting results may look
different.
All the documents supplied with the product must be stored in an easily
accessible location, so as to be available when information is required.
The current version of the operating instructions can also be opened
using the QR code on the charging station.
1.3 Types of warning information
Type of risk!
Shows a risky situation. If the safety instruction is not observed, fatal
injuries will occur.
Type of risk!
Shows a risky situation. If the safety instruction is not observed, then
serious or fatal injuries may occur.
Type of risk!
Shows a risky situation. If the safety instruction is not observed, then
medium or minor injuries may occur.
Type of risk!
Shows a hazardous situation. If the safety instruction is not observed,
then damage to the product or the surroundings may occur.
Note! Indicates important information or assistance.
1.4 Depiction conventions
Explanation of the depictions used:
Correct use
Incorrect use
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
ATTENTION

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Intended use
1.5 Basic standards and regulations
– IEC 61851-1
– IEC 62196-2
1.6 Applicable documents
– Declaration of conformity
– Mounting instructions, Ion charging stations (for electrical installation
engineers)
2 Intended use
As a sole charging point, the Ion charging station is only intended for
charging electric vehicles in private areas with restricted access, e.g.
private land. The charging station is only suitable for permanent mount-
ing on the wall in interior or protected exterior areas. Charging takes
place according to Mode 3 in accordance with IEC 61851-1 with a type 2
connector for charging single-phase, dual-phase or triple-phase electric-
al vehicles with 11 kW/16 A (factory setting).
Charging electric vehicles with gassing batteries is not permitted.
The charging station is not designed for any use other than that de-
scribed here. If the charging station is used for another purpose, then
this shall render all liability, warranty and damage claims null and void.
3 Safety
3.1 General safety information
Observe the following general safety information:
–Contact with electrical current can lead to an electric shock. Only
electrical technicians may open the charging station and carry out
electrical work.
– If the device presents defects or damage, then this can cause a fire
or people could be injured by an electric shock. Only use devices in
perfect condition. If you detect defects or damage, then switch off/de-
energise the charging station using the buildings fuse.
– Keep children and animals away from the system.
– People with heart pacemakers or defibrillators may not work on, or be
located in the vicinity of, charging systems and their equipment, e.g.
for maintenance purposes or for troubleshooting.
3.2 Safety stickers
List of safety stickers attached to the device and their meaning:
Danger of electrical voltage!
Ensure de-energisation before working on the device.
Electrical technician!
Only electrical technicians may mount and connect the device.
Protection class!
The device corresponds to Protection Class 1 according to DIN EN 61140
(VDE 0140-1).

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Operating instructions, Ion charging station
Product overview
4 Product overview
The Ion charging station series comprises 4 different models. The charg-
ing station possesses different features, depending on the model.
1 2
6
8
9
11
13
12
14
4
3
5
7
10
15
16
17
18
19
20
Component/charging station Ion Basic
charging station
Ion Key
charging station
Ion Basic
Protect
charging station
Ion Key Protect
charging station
1
Charging station 
2
Front panel 
3
Charging station status LED 
4Surge protection status LED    
5
On/off switch without authorisation 
On/off switch with authorisation (key
switch)

6Charging connector, type 2 
7
Wall bracket, charging cable 
8Charging cable, 5 m 
9
Cable entry for supply cable 
10
Ion charging station rating plate with
QR code

11
Charging controller, Mode 3 
12
Safety fuse 1 A 250 VAC 5x20 
13
Surge protection, power line
V10 Compact
   
14
Installation protection 
15 Fault current monitoring DC 
16 Connection terminals 
17
Surge protection, data line MDP 5 V    
18 Surge protection, data line MDP 12 V    

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Product overview
Component/charging station Ion Basic
charging station
Ion Key
charging station
Ion Basic
Protect
charging station
Ion Key Protect
charging station
19 Potential-free enabling contact (e.g.
for PV systems, ripple controller)

20 Modbus RTU interface
(e.g. connection to external controller)

4.1 Accessories
Figure Designation Item no.
M25/M32 cable gland for
power supply cable
and M12 cable gland for data
cable
Contained in
scope of supply
Weather protection roof for
Basic/Key charging station
Available separate-
ly: 6570105
Weather protection roof for
Basic Protect/Key Protect
charging station
Available separate-
ly:
6570107
M20 pressure compensation
element
Supplied with
weather protection
cover, otherwise
available separate-
ly: 2034680
4.2 Product description
The Ion charging stations are intended for charging electric vehicles in
private areas as a sole charging point. The charging stations possess
the following functions and equipment features:
– Charging according to Mode 3 in accordance with IEC 61851-1
– 5 m charging cable with type 2 charging connector
– Single-, dual- and triple-phase charging
– Suitable for TN and TT networks
– Integrated temperature monitoring
– DC fault current monitoring
– Status information via LED display
– Optionally with key switch for authorisation
– Optionally with full range surge protection
– Including cable bracket
– Prewired, ready for connection
– Potential-free enabling contact, e.g. for PV systems, ripple controller
– Limitation of the charging power to a fixed value, factory setting 11
kW, maximum output 22 kW
– Modbus RTU protocol via RS-485 interface for bidirectional communi-
cation

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Operating instructions, Ion charging station
Mounting and installation
4.2.1 LED status display
LED display Description Meaning
Blue, pulsing Ready for charging, vehicle can be
connected
Blue, continuous Connected with the vehicle, but charg-
ing operation not started or completed
Green, continuous Charging vehicle
Red, pulsing Error, charging operation interrupted
No light Device switched off
Tab. 1: LED status display
5 Mounting and installation
The charging station may only be mounted and connected, opened or
modified by an electrical technician.
The appropriate mounting and installation instructions for electrical in-
stallation engineers are included with the product.
6 Charging an electric vehicle
Risk of electric shock!
If the device presents defects or damage, then this can cause a fire or
people could be injured by an electric shock. Only use devices in perfect
condition to charge electric vehicles. Do not touch the contact pins of the
charging cable.
Note! If the temperature of the charging station rises above 60 °C, the charg-
ing operation is interrupted automatically until the charging station has
cooled down to 40 °C.
Fig. 1:
Ion Basic charging station
Ion Basic Protect charging station
Ion Key charging station
Ion Key Protect charging station
1
1
2
Switching on the charging station
WARNING

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Charging an electric vehicle
1. Switch on the charging station using the on/off switch or key switch 1.
→ Status LED flashes blue 2.
Risk of tripping!
A cable lying around poses a risk of tripping. Keep children away from
the charging electric vehicle. Use the cable bracket when the charging
operation has been completed.
2. Unwind the charging cable fully.
3. Remove the protective cap of the charging connector.
Damage to the charging cable/charging connector!
The charging cable may not be subject to tension. Park the vehicle as
close to the charging station as possible so that the charging cable is not
taut. No adapter connectors or extensions may be used.
Fig. 2:
3
4
Charging an electric vehicle
4. Connect the charging connector to the electric vehicle
3
.
→ Status LED is continuously blue.
Damage to the charging station!
During the charging operation, the charging station may not be switched
on/off multiple times using the on/off switch or key switch. Always start,
interrupt and end the charging operation using the function of the electric
vehicle.
Damage to the charging station!
The vehicle may not be moved during the charging operation.
5. Start the charging operation on the vehicle.
→ Status LED is continuously green 4 and there is a clicking noise.
CAUTION
ATTENTION
ATTENTION
ATTENTION

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Charging an electric vehicle
Fig. 3:
12
Alternatively
Ending the charging operation
Note! The vehicle ends the charging operation automatically. Status LED is
continuously blue again.
6. Release the charging connector from the vehicle 1 and reattach the
protective cap.
7. Wind the charging cable on the cable bracket without kinks
2
.
Optional
8. Switch off the charging station using the on/off switch, in order to
avoid current consumption in standby mode.

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Cleaning the charging station
7 Cleaning the charging station
Damage to property!
Abrasive cleaning agents or sponges can damage the housing of the
charging station. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or solvents,
sponges or water jets to clean the charging station.
– The surface of the charging station can be cleaned with a dry cloth.
– In the case of stronger contamination, use a moistened, well-wrung
cloth.
8 Troubleshooting
Error Possible cause Troubleshooting options
Status LED does not light up
Charging station is not switched
on.
Switch on the charging station using the
on/off switch or key switch.
Charging station is not powered. Check the FI switch/fuse.
Charging station has overheated.
Remove the charging cable from the
vehicle, switch off the charging station
using the on/off switch or key switch.
Restart the charging operation after 2
hours.
Charging station is defective. Contact the electrical technician/installa-
tion engineer.
Safety fuse has tripped. Contact the electrical technician/installa-
tion engineer.
Status LED
continuously red
Charging operation cancelled.
Charging station requires spatial
ventilation.
Remove the charging cable from the
vehicle. Ensure sufficient ventilation.
Status LED flashes red
slowly
System error or faulty vehicle
communication.
Contact the electrical technician/installa-
tion engineer.
Status LED flashes red
rapidly DC fault current detected. Vehicle-side electronic error.
SPD LED is red
Integrated surge protection V10
Compact is defective.
Charging station continues to
function but without surge protec-
tion.
Contact the electrical technician/installa-
tion engineer.
Unknown error –
Switch off the charging station, switch off
the fuse in the building installation. Contact
the electrical technician/installation
engineer.
ATTENTION

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Maintaining the charging station
9 Maintaining the charging station
For safe charging station operation, the following maintenance work and
checks must be carried out:
Check/maintenance Interval Execution of
Visual inspection/checking of the correct
function During use Operator/user
Function check of the
fault current protection device Every 6 months Electrical techni- cian
Insulation check on the charging cable* Every 6 months Electrical techni-
cian
Inspection according to DGUV regulation 3/
VDE 0105-100 Annually or when the system is changed Electrical techni- cian
*With the Ion Basic Protect and Ion Key Protect charging station variants, the
surge protection installed in the charging station must be disconnected before
the inspection.
9.1 Checking the function
The perfect function of the charging station can be checked using the
following sequence:
1. Switch on the charging station.
→ Status LED flashes blue.
2. Connect the charging connector to the vehicle.
→ Status LED is continuously blue.
3. Start the charging operation on the vehicle.
→ Status LED is continuously green and there is a clicking noise.
4. Ending of the charging operation by the vehicle.
→ Status LED is continuously blue.
5. Disconnect the charging connector from the vehicle.
→ Status LED flashes blue.
10 Dismantling the charging station
The charging station may only be dismantled by an electrical technician.
11 Disposing of the charging station
Comply with the local waste disposal regulations.
– Product: As electrical waste
– Packaging: As household waste

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FAQs ‒ frequently asked questions
12 FAQs ‒ frequently asked questions
1. Can the user mount the Ion charging station themselves?
→ No, the electrical installation of the Ion charging station must
always be performed by a qualified electrical technician. Only then is
electrically safe operation guaranteed.
2. How must the Ion charging station be protected electrically?
→ The Ion charging station must be fully protected in the building
installation. Always observe all the local regulations on the operation
of electrical devices.
3. Is single-phase operation of the Ion charging station possible?
→ Yes, every model of the Ion charging station can be operated in
single-phase mode.
4. The Ion charging station does not function (no LED display).
How can I work out what is wrong?
→ Check the miniature circuit breaker and error current protection
switch in the building installation. With regard to the status LED, also
consult „8 Troubleshooting“ on page 12.
5. The charging power of the Ion charging station is lower than
expected. What could be the reason?
→ Check whether a limitation of the charging power was set in the ve-
hicle (refer to the operating instructions of the vehicle to be charged).
13 Technical data
Ion Basic
charging
station
Ion Key
charging
station
Ion Basic
Protect
charging
station
Ion Key
Protect
charging
station
Dimensions [mm] 330 x 300 x 127 mm 370 x 340 x 136 mm
Mounting type Wall mounting
Charging power, max. 22 kW, 3-phase
Charging current [A] 6...32 A
Charging voltage [V] 230/400 V
Charging cable length 5 m
Charging connector Type 2
DC error current protection 6 mA
Operating temperature –10 °C... +50 °C
Number of usable phases max. 3
Max. conductor cross-section, single-wire/fine-wire 10 mm²
Max. conductor cross-section with wire-end ferrule 6 mm²
Charging station protection class IP66
Protection class of cable with protective cap IP54
Protection class without protective cap IP44
Impact resistance IK08
Communication Modbus RTU protocol via RS-485 interface
Potential-free enabling contact IC/0 V closed: Not ready for operation, charging not
possible
IC/0 V open: Ready for operation, charging possible

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Notes

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GERMANY
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Tel.: [phone]
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