Smappee EV Base Smartest Charging Station Instruction Manual
- June 11, 2024
- smappee
Table of Contents
Smappee EV Base
Installation manual 
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accurate and complete at the time of its publication. Due to ongoing product
improvement, this information is subject to change at any time without prior
notice. For the latest information, see our online documentation:
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Smappee EV Base charging station for electric
vehicles, the smartest charging station for businesses.
This installation and user manual tells you how to install and use the Smappee
EV Base. We advise you to read the contents of this manual carefully, to
ensure a safe and proper installation and enable you to use all the advanced
features of this product to the full.
Support
Only qualified electricians or equivalent may install the Smappee EV Base. If
you have any questions, please contact your service partner.
Please have the following information ready to hand to speed up the process:
Article number and serial number which you can find on the identification
label of the charging station.
Should your local distributor be unable to help you, or you have a suggestion
for us, you can contact
Smappee at: support@smappee.com.
Smappee n.v.
Evolis 104
8530 Harelbeke
Belgium
Safety instructions
Safety warning
Fully read and follow the safety instructions below before you install,
service or use your Smappee EV Base. The installer must ensure that the
charging station is installed in accordance with the relevant national and
local regulations.
Carrying out activities on this charging station without the relevant
knowledge and qualifications can lead to serious accidents and death. Only
carry out tasks for which you are qualified and have been fully instructed.
Incorrect installation, repairs or modifications can result in danger to the
user and may void the warranty and liability.
Safety precautions
CAUTION: Risk of electric shock.
CAUTION: Refer to the accompanying documentation whenever you see this
symbol.
Please observe the following safety precautions to avoid potential electric
shock, fire, or personal injury:
- The charging station is intended exclusively for charging electric vehicles and, when installed correctly, may be used by untrained individuals.
- Switch off electrical power supply to your charging station before installation or maintenance work.
- Do not use the charging station if damaged / defective.
- Do not immerse the charging station in water or any other liquids.
- Do not expose the charging station to heat, flame or extreme cold.
- Do not attempt to open, repair, or service any parts. Contact Smappee or your service partner for further information.
- Only use the charging station under the specified operating conditions.
- Do not allow children to operate a charging station.
- When a charging station is in use, adult supervision of any children present is required.
- While charging the charging cable must be completely unwound and connected to the electric car without overlapping loops. This to avoid the risk of overheating the charging cable.
Maintenance
- Observe the maintenance schedule.
- Clean the outside only with a dry, clean cloth.
- Do not use abrasive agents or solvents.
- May not be carried out during rain or if air humidity exceeds 95%.
Keeping order
- After charging store the charging cable properly so it does not present a tripping hazard.
- Make sure the charging cable cannot become damaged (kinked, compressed or driven over).
- Do not place any objects on the charging station.
Transport and storage
- Disconnect electrical power supply before removing the charging station for storage or relocation.
- Only transport and store the charging station in its original packaging. No liability for damage incurred will be accepted if the charging station is transported in non- standard packaging.
- Store the charging station in a dry environment within the temperature range specified in the technical specifications.
Models
| Article no. | EAN | Description |
|---|---|---|
| EVB-2332 B E | 5425036932272 | EV Base 3-phase 2 x 22 kW Socket |
| EVB-2332-BS-E | 5425036932753 | EV Base 3-phase 2 x 22 kW Socket with shutter |
| EVB-2332-05-E | 5425036932296 | EV Base 3-phase 2 x 22 kW Type 2 cable 5m |
Components
Components included
Identification label
The identification label of your charging station is located under the top
cover of connector 1.
https://smappee.com
- Manufacturer
- Article number
- Rating
- Manufacturing date
- QR code containing article number and serial number
- Serial number
- Degree of protection
- EAN code
Technical specifications
Feature Description
Technical features
Charging capacity| Single or triple phase, 7.4 to 22 kW per connector
Output power| 1-phase or 3-phase, 230 V —400 V, 32 A per connector
Charge mode| Mode 3 (IEC 61851)
Connection case| Case B (Socket) or Case C (Fixed cable), depends on model.
Metering| MID certified class B
Integrated Residual Current Protection| Rated operating residual current
detection: 6 mA DC / 30 mA RCD Type A
Supported power systems| TN-C, TN-C-S, TT, IT*
- Caution: not all vehicles support the IT system. In this case or with 3x230V charging, a voltage transformer is required.
Grounding| TN system: PE wire
Tr system: Independently installed ground electrode < 100 Ohm spreading resistance
IT system: connected to a shared reference (common earth) with other metal parts
Rated voltage (Un)| 230 V— 400 V
Rated insulation voltage (U,) of a circuit| 500 V
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp)| 4 kV
Rated frequency (in)| 50 Hz / 60 Hz
Rated current (Ina)| 32 A
Rated current (Inc) of a circuit| 32 A
EMC classification| Class B
Connection method| AC, permanently connected
Short circuit protection| Two connectors, Double power supply 3-phase: 2 x 32 A max 3P, type B or C
Interfaces & Connectivity
Information status| RGB LED
Session activation| Plug & Charge, Scan QR code, Swipe RFID card, Smart EV schedules
Connectivity| Ethernet 100BASE-T
Communication protocol| OCPP 1.6 SON, ready for update to OCPP 2.0
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Certifications and Standards
Product certification| CE
Standards| IEC 61851-1(2017)
Environment
Enclosure material| Aluminium (structure), Magnelis (back plate)
Enclosure standard colours| RAL9016 (star white) + RAL7021 (black grey)
Protection degree| IP 54
Mechanical impact protection| IK10
Pollution degree| 3
Electrical safety class| I
Stand-by use| LED brightness 0%: 3 W LED brightness 100%: 18 W
Environmental conditions| Indoor and outdoor use
Operating temperature| -25 °C to 40 °C
Storage temperature| -25 °C to 60 °C
Relative humidity| 0 %- 95 %, non-condensing
Maximum installation altitude| 0 — 2.000 m
Access| Locations with restricted and non-restricted access
Physical properties
Dimensions| 1200 x 600 x 150 mm
Weight (excluding packaging)| EV Base structure: 28 kg Cable 5 m: 3 kg
Socket: 0.9 kg
Charging cable length| 2 x 5 m
Supply line connection| Terminal block, flexible conductors up to 6 mm2 or solid conductors up to 10 mm2
Stationary/ moveable| Fixed installation
External design| Enclosed assembly
Mounting method| Floor / Ground-mounted
Preparing the installation
The first step is to prepare the physical installation of the EV Base as
described in this chapter.
Installation prerequisites
- Calculate the existing electrical load to find the maximum operating current for the charging station installation. The Smappee EV Base is equipped with 2 connectors which need to be powered individually. Note that with the Smappee Overload functionality more charging stations or the total maximum operating current can be higher than the physical installation allows.
- Obtain all necessary permits from the relevant local authority.
- Refer to local wiring regulations to select the conductor sizes and use only copper conductors.
- Make sure that the installation area of the charging station is adequate for usability and ventilation purposes.
- Use the correct tools and provide sufficient material resources and protection measures.
- Make sure that there is an Ethernet based internet connection available for each EV Base (1 per unit).
Power supply
- The appropriate wire gauge of the supply cable depends on the power rating and distance between the meter cabinet and the charging station. The voltage drop must not exceed 5%. It is advisable to have a maximum voltage drop of 3 %.
- The maximum wire gauge that can be fitted is 6 mm² in case of flexible conductors or 10 mm² when solid conductors are used.
- The power supply trajectory from the circuit breaker panel up to the EV Base charging station must be protected against short-circuiting and over-current with B or C circuit breakers (or otherwise in compliance with local standards and regulations)
- A charging station connector must always be installed on a dedicated power circuit.
- When the power supply and the charging station are part of a TN-S system, the station must be grounded via the main distributor.
- Route the power supply cables to the position where the charging station will be installed together with an Ethernet cable for the internet connection.
- Make sure the power supply cables are positioned through central position of the floor plate recess.
- Make sure that there is at least 60 cm available out of the ground.
- Local regulations may be applicable and can vary depending upon the region or country.
****Both power lines enter the charging station via the floor plate.
The Ethernet cable, used for the internet connection, enters the charging
station via the floor plate.
The maximum power rating for each connector is specified in the table below.
Power per connector| Connection| Input current| Output
current
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7.4 kW| 1-phase| 1 x 32 A| 1 x 32 A
22 kW| 3-phase| 3 x 32 A| 3 x 32 A
Prepare the mounting foundation
The Smappee EV Base is designed to be installed at ground level without the
need for a separate mount.
A stable and level ground needs to be prepared in advance. We advise a
levelled concrete foundation at ground level. It is also possible to have the
foundation a little lower than ground level.
This allows the anchors to be masked and the EV Base to be integrated in the
surrounding soil.
Depending on the subsoil, the size may vary. Please refer to the technical
specifications of size and weight to determine and construct a solid
foundation for the EV Base.
Make sure the power supply cables and Ethernet cable are positioned through central position of the floor plate recess.
Tools (not included)
- Screwdrivers and a 2.5mm Hex screwdriver
- Multimeter and earth ground meter
- Wire stripper and cutter.
- Needle-nose pliers.
- Ferrules crimper, for stranded power supply cables
- Drill and rock drill diameter 12 mm.
- 19 mm socket wrench with ratchet handle
- Hammer
Supplies (included)
- 4 x concrete anchors (Ø 12 mm x 100 mm)
- 4 x washers (Ø 50 mm)
- 4 x M6 bolts and washers
- 2 x cable ties for strain relief
- 2 x M32 cable gland
Supplies (not included)
- Ethernet cable or RJ45 connector for wired communication.
- Power supply cables
- Ferrules (6 mm²), for stranded power supply cables
Installation and activation
This procedure describes the required steps for the physical installation of
the EV Base.
CAUTION: The installation must be carried out by a qualified professional
who has read this manual and works in compliance with IEC 60364 standards.
Neglecting this may lead to severe injuries or hazardous situations while
working with electricity.
CAUTION: The electric system must be entirely disconnected from every
power source prior to performing installation or maintenance work. Make sure
it is not possible to connect the electric current during installation. Put up
caution tape and warning signs to mark the work areas. Make sure no
unauthorised people can enter the work areas.
CAUTION: The charging station contains electric components that may still
contain electrical charge after being disconnected. Wait at least 10 seconds
after disconnection before commencing work.
CAUTION: Adaptors or conversion adaptors and cord extension sets are not
allowed to be used.
Unbox the EV Base
For safe and compact transport of the EV Base, the floor plate is mounted to
the EV Base and the charging cables are stored within the EV Base together
with the supplies (concrete anchors, washers, cable ties,…).
a. In order to dismount the floor plate, remove the four M6 bolts and washers.
Store the bolts and washers in a safe location for further use.
b. Cut the cable tie securing the charging cables to the floor plate.
c. The floor plate is now separated from the EV Base and charging cables can
be removed from the EV Base, together with the supplies (concrete anchors,
washers, cable ties,…).
Mount the anchors
a. Use the floor plate to mark the position of the anchors on the pre-prepared
concrete foundation. Make sure the top side label of the floor plate is facing
upwards. The power supply cables and Ethernet cable should go through the
central recess of the floor plate.
b. Drill 4 holes of 12 mm diameter through the slots to a depth of 70 mm.
Insert the supplied concrete anchors. Make sure that there is approximately 3
cm of threaded wire visible above ground level. Do not drill holes for the 4
remaining 5 mm slots. 
c. Mount the floor plate over the anchors and make sure it is level in both
directions. If not, tilt the floor plate until it becomes level.
To tilt the floor plate, insert large washers below the floor plate until it becomes level.
Place the EV Base in position
a. Remove the backplate of the EV Base and put it at a safe location where it
cannot be scratched or damaged otherwise; for instance in the packaging of the
EV Base.
b. Position the EV Base on the floor plate.
c. Position one of the four supplied large washers (Ø 50 mm) over each of the
2 front screw threads (anchors).
d. Place two nuts on the front screw threads and hand tighten.
Do NOT torque the nuts yet. This is done in the last step of the installation, when the back cover of the EV Base is in place.
Power supply connection
a. Cut both the power supply cables to adequate length and add the ferrules to
each conductor.
b. Measure the resistance of the grounding circuit and make sure that it is
within acceptable limits.
If necessary, install a grounding point closer to the charging station.
c. Connect each supply cable to the correct terminal block indicated with L1,
L2, L3, N and PE.
Phase rotation
To avoid overloading the first phase with one-phase electric vehicles, phase
rotation is recommended. We recommend rotating the phases as shown in the
table below.
| EV Base | Connector | Phase mapping |
|---|---|---|
| EV Base 1 | Connector 1 | L3 — L2 — Ll — N (as indicated on the label) |
| Connector 2 | Ll — L3 — L2 — N | |
| EV Base 2 | Connector 1 | L2 — L1— L3 — N |
| Connector 2 | L3 — L2 — L1— N (as indicated on the label) | |
| EV Base 3 | Connector 1 | Ll — L3 — L2 — N |
| Connector 2 | L2 —11— L3 — N |
When phase rotation is applied on a connector adjust the configuration in the Smappee Dashboard.
Single-phase installation
In case only one phase is available from the power supply, it is possible to
install an EV Base as a single-phase charging station. In this case, the one
available phase should be connected to L1. Do not connect anything to L2 and
L3. The neutral and protective earth should be connected to N and PE
respectively.
EV charging cable mounting (only fixed cable version)
This section is only relevant if the EV Base comes with a fixed cable. If
you have a socket version, please continue to the next section.
a. Mount the fixed charging cables through the M32 cable glands on the left
and right side of the EV Base. Mount the power supply wires to the terminal
block. Do not forget to connect the small white CP data cable. The CP cable
is white, except for products purchased before January 2022 which have an
orange CP cable.
Declaration of conformity
We,
Smappee nv
Evolis 104
B-8530 Harelbeke
Belgium
following the provision of the following EC Directives:
– 2014/35/EU The Low Voltage Directive
– 2014/30/EU The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
– 2014/32/EU Measuring Instrument Directive
– 2011/65/EU RoHS Directive
hereby declare that the product:
EVB-2332-B-E, EVB-2332-BS-E, EVB-2332-C2-E, EVB-2332-C5-E is in conformity
with the applicable requirements of the following documents
- Metering :
EN50470-1 :2006 / EN50470-3 :2006 - Emissions:
(EN61326-1 : 2013)
Radiated Emission: EN 55011:2009 / EN 55032:2015 (Class B)
Conducted Emission: EN 55011:2009 / EN 55032:2015 (Class B)
Harmonic current Emission: EN 61000-3-2:2005 +A1:2008 + A2:2009
Flicker: EN 61000-3-3:2008 - Immunity:
(EN61326-1 : 2013)
ESD : EN 61000-4-2:2008 / EN 61000-4-2 :2009
Radiated immunity : EN 61000-4-3:2006 + A1:2007 + A2: 2010
Power frequency magnetic field: EN 61000-4-8:2009
Voltage dips/interruptions: EN 61000-4-11:2004
Common Mode Immunity: EN 61000-4-6:2008 / EN 61000-4-6:2009
Burst : EN 61000-4-4:2004 / EN 61000-4-4:2012
Surge: EN 61000-4-5:2005 / EN 61000-4-5:2006 - Safety:
Metering Function : IEC 61010-1 Ed 3.0 (2010-06) + A1:2016
AC Charging equipment : IEC 61851-1 (2017) / EN61558-1
Authorized signatory
Stefan Grosjean
CEO