Victron energy EV Charging Station User manual

Manual - EV Charging Station
rev 03 - 01/2023
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Table of Contents
1. Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................... 1
2. Description and features ............................................................................................................ 2
2.1. Description ................................................................................................................... 2
2.2. Features ...................................................................................................................... 2
2.3. What's in the box? ........................................................................................................... 3
3. Installation ............................................................................................................................. 4
4. Setup ................................................................................................................................... 5
4.1. First setup .................................................................................................................... 5
4.1.1. First setup via WiFi access point ................................................................................ 5
4.1.2. First setup via VictronConnect ................................................................................... 9
4.2. EV Charging Station setup ............................................................................................... 12
4.3. The main page ............................................................................................................. 15
4.3.1. Charging mode switch in detail ................................................................................ 15
4.4. Networks menu ............................................................................................................ 16
5. GX device setup, configuration and operation ............................................................................... 17
5.1. Modbus TCP activation ................................................................................................... 17
5.2. Setup menu and options .................................................................................................. 17
5.3. Overview and device menu .............................................................................................. 18
6. VictronConnect setup, configuration and operation ........................................................................ 19
6.1. Setup ........................................................................................................................ 19
6.2. Overview ................................................................................................................... 19
6.3. Settings ..................................................................................................................... 20
6.4. Product info ................................................................................................................ 20
6.5. Reset to defaults ........................................................................................................... 20
7. Reset to factory defaults and password recovery ........................................................................... 21
8. Maintenance ......................................................................................................................... 22
9. Technical specification ............................................................................................................ 23
10. FAQ .................................................................................................................................. 24
10.1. Q1: How do I prevent the charging station from being used by unauthorised persons? ......................... 24
10.2. Q2: Does the EV Charging Station have RFID? ...................................................................... 24
10.3. Q3: The light ring is annoying my neighbours very much during night, how can I disable the light ring? ...... 24
10.4. Q4: Why isn't my car recognized when I connect the charging cable? ............................................ 24
11. Appendix ........................................................................................................................... 25
11.1. Dimensions ............................................................................................................... 25
Manual - EV Charging Station

1. Safety Instructions
Please read the safety instructions below before using the EV Charging Station to avoid risks of fire, electric shocks, personal
injuries or equipment damage.
Installation and adjustments must be made by qualified personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any
servicing other than that specified in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.
For electrical work, follow the local national wiring standard, regulation and these installation instructions. Connection to the mains
supply must be in accordance with the national regulations for electrical installations.
This product is designed and tested in accordance with international standards. The equipment should be used for its designated
application only and in accordance with the specified operating parameters.
Warnings and cautions:
• Never install near fire sources, explosive materials, combustibles or other flammable sources. Never use it
at places where gas or other chemical explosions could occur.
• It must be connected all the times to the ground, otherwise it will not allow charging.
• Turn off the EV Charging Station power before installing or performing operations to it.
• Make sure children are supervised if using the equipment.
• Do not put fingers or insert objects or sharp metallic objects into the terminals. Do not insert objects into any
other parts of the EV Charging Station.
• Do not use the device if the power cord or EV cable is broken, shows any signs of damage or does not
function properly.
• Do not use the EV Charging Station if it is broken, defective, cracked, damaged or does not function
properly.
• Do not apply strong force on the equipment, to prevent crashes and deterioration.
• Do not use any sharp objects to damage the product.
• Do not service the equipment by yourself, do not open, disassemble or make any modifications to it.
Contact your Victron Energy Distributor.
• Do not touch any live electrical parts.
• Do not place the EV cables connected to the charging station in water.
• Make sure ground connection is properly done to prevent equipment damage.
• Transport the device with care in its original package to avoid damage to it and its components.
• Store in a dry environment, at temperatures between –20 °C to 60 °C.
• Do not operate at temperatures outside the operating range of -25 ˚C to 50 ˚C.
• As the EV Charging Station can affect the functioning of certain medical electronic implants, check any
potential side effects with your electronic device manufacturer before using the device.
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2. Description and features
2.1. Description
The EV Charging Station with its three-phase and single-phase charging capabilities integrates seamlessly into the Victron
environment with its GX device connection via WiFi and enables easy operation and control via Bluetooth and the VictronConnect
App. It delivers a maximum of 22kW AC in three-phase or 7.3kW in single-phase mode. A built-in 4.3-inch LCD touch screen
enables easy monitoring and control.
Not only does this EV charging station fully integrate with a Victron Energy GX device and VRM, if you have solar, it can also be
set up to allow excess energy from the sun to directly charge your vehicle once your house batteries are full and feed-in is active.
The tough plastic enclosure is designed to withstand harsh weather and can be mounted inside or outside.
A programmable RGB light ring around the charging port (type 2 EV charging plug) allows for quick determination of the device
state and can be programmed from the integrated web interface to display different light effects based on the current state
(disconnected, charging, charged etc.).
2.2. Features
Three operation modes:
1. Automatic mode to ensure maximum PV system efficiency
Thanks to the seamless integration of the EV Charging Station with the rest of the Victron installation, it detects when surplus
power is available and uses only this power to charge the vehicle. Note that this mode requires a GX device in your system
and communication with the EVCS.
Instead of loosing surplus energy when the batteries are full if feeding back into the grid at a lower price, the energy is stored
into the EV battery.
• Seamless integration into the Victron installation
• Detects when excess power is available and uses only that to charge the vehicle before exporting it to the grid
• Ensures maximum PV efficiency
2. Manual mode to configure output current
Manual mode allows configurable output current between 6-32A.
The charging power is controlled in several ways:
• By using the slider on the LCD touch screen
• By using the web interface via a web browser
• From a GX device touch screen like the GX Touch 50 & GX Touch 70
• From the Remote Console
• By using the Controls on the Dashboard of our VRM Portal (requires a GX device)
• Via Bluetooth and the VictronConnect App
It allows charging to be started or stopped manually when an EV is connected to the charging station, regardless of PV
production.
3. Scheduled mode to allow automatic charging at custom time intervals
The Scheduler allows charging at different time intervals, for example at certain times during the night when grid energy is
cheaper.
In addition to the start and end time, various parameters such as charging current and interval can be defined.
WiFi Communication WiFi 802.11 b/g/n for configuration, control and monitoring
The internal WiFi module can be configured in Access Point mode or Station mode, for first setup, control and monitoring.
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Bluetooth communication via VictronConnect
Integrated Bluetooth capability enables easy monitoring and control of the EV Charging Station via VictronConnect from any
mobile device such as an iPhone, iPad or Android phone.
For more details see the VictronConnect setup, configuration and operation [19] chapter.
Integration with GX devices
Control and monitor the EV Charging Station from a GX device such as the Cerbo GX and the Remote Console.
For more details see the GX device setup, configuration and operation [17] chapter.
Integration with VRM
Several options are available in the VRM Portal:
• Real time reports
• Custom reports for configurable time periods
• Advanced functions such as remote firmware updates
• Change mode and charge current via Dashboard Controls on the VRM Portal and start/stop charging
Control and monitoring is also possible via VRM App (download from App Store or Google Play) and VRM App Widgets directly
from the home screen of a mobile device.
For detailed information, see the VRM Portal documentation.
LCD Touch Screen
Built-in 4.3" LCD touch screen for monitoring and control directly from the charging station.
Light Ring for fast viewing the device state
It also has a fully programmable RGB light ring around the charging port, which can be used to quickly determine the status of the
device even from a distance. It can be programmed via the web interface to display different light effects depending on the current
state (disconnected, charged, loaded, etc.).
2.3. What's in the box?
The following items are in the box:
• EV Charging Station with supplied 28mm nylon cable gland for power cables up to 19mm in diameter
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3. Installation
This product may only be installed by qualified personnel (licensed electrician).
It is suitable for wall mounting or pole mounting (vertical surface). In all cases, the surface should be solid and flat.
Precautionary measures
• Ensure that the AC input is protected by a fuse or magnetic circuit breaker rated at 40A or less. The
cable cross-section must be sized accordingly. If the AC input supply is rated at a lower value, the fuse or
magnetic circuit breaker should be sized accordingly.
• For charging at 22kW we recommended a 40 amp RCD type B protected supply.
• Recommended cable cross-section is 6mm² / AWG 10.
• Inside the device is a sticker with the model, serial number, WiFi password and, depending on the date of
manufacture, the unique Bluetooth pairing code. Note the password and pairing code on the internal label
for future reference. This initial password can be used for both logging in on the web page but also for WiFi
connection.
• The tightening force of the screws on the backing plate should be 1-1.2 Nm.
• The mounting surface should be solid and flat.
• Make sure you always have the latest version of this manual, which is updated regularly and available on
the EV Charging Station website.
Installation steps:
1. Remove the black backing plate by unscrewing the 8 screws.
2. Mark the wall where it should be mounted using the removed backing plate as a template.
3. Drill 4 holes with wall plugs ready for installation.
4. Measure a suitable location and drill through the wall for the cable (when main supply cable comes from inside the building).
5. Label each individual cable and pass it through the wall, the nylon gland, the grommet and into the charging station.
6. Terminate the cable ends with ferrules and connect to the relevant points.
7. If this is a single-phase installation, use L1, neutral and earth connections.
8. Tighten the nylon gland around the cable.
9. Reattach the black plate to the charging station and tighten the 8 screws.
10. Mount the station on the wall.
Watch this video for an installation example:
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4. Setup
4.1. First setup
4.1.1. First setup via WiFi access point
The charging station broadcasts its own WiFi access point as soon as the charging station is powered for the first time. The
following steps describe the first setup to prepare the charging station for operation.
1. Connect to the WiFi access point:
I. Scan the QR Code on the internal label.
II. Or go to the WiFi menu of your mobile device or laptop and manually add the access point that broadcasts automatically
its SSID. SSID and WiFi key are noted on a sticker inside the case.
III. Or scan the QR code shown on the display during the first setup phase. Note that after the first setup, another QR code
will appear on the display, linking to the Victron website.
Once connected to the access point, enter the default IP address 192.168.0.1 into a web browser. The First setup process will
then start:
2. WiFi setup: Configure the WiFi network by choosing the WiFi mode
I. Access point: The unit creates its own WiFi access point. This is either for setting up the unit or in the absence of a
separate WiFi network including a GX device. Set SSID, IP address and Netmask according to your needs.
1. Set SSID, IP address and Netmask according to your needs.
II. Station: Connects the device to a local WiFi network that includes other Victron devices like a GX device or VRM.
1. Change the WiFi mode from AP to Station.
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2. Click the Scan button (the scan period and RSSI threshold applies) to search for other WiFi networks or add manually
a known AP by clicking the Add button. Note the WiFi standards: 802.11 b/g/n (2.4Ghz only).
3. Tick the network you wish to connect to and then click Apply.
4. In the Password box, enter the external WiFi password and click Next.
In case you need a static IP rather then DHCP, change the IP mode button to Manual and fill in the static IP address,
Mask, Gateway and DNS.
3. Access setup:
I. Click into the Username field and type in your own username.
II. Click into the Password field and change the password to a new one with at least 8 characters, containing lower, upper
and special characters.
III. Confirm your new password.
IV. Click Next.
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4. Charging current setup:
I. Set the maximum charging current (10 - 32A).
II. Click Save to apply all settings. The system restarts and the login page of the web interface is displayed.
III. Log in with your credentials that you entered under 3.
IV. The main page is then displayed and the EV Charging Station is ready for use.
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