DEFA eMove Portable Charger User Manual

: June 4, 2024
: DEFA

DEFA eMove Portable Charger

Description

eMove Portable Charger is a premium charger for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. The Portable Charger has been created with the user in mind. Unique features, unmatched user-friendliness, and extreme durability characterize eMove Portable Charger.

Efficient cable management: Cable clips and guides keep the cable tidy.
Robust and durable: Aluminum housing ensures a long product life, even in rough conditions.
Easy to the wind: The market’s most flexible cable, even in temperatures down to -40°C.
Flexible storing options: Use the bracket included with the product or hang it from a hook.
Safe power connection: A temperature sensor in the connector reduces and turns off charging.
User-friendly: One-button interface and intuitive display.
Power Adjustment: Manually reduces the current to protect the main fuse when necessary.
High mode: Provides faster charging for 120 minutes.

Safety information

Important! Read this document before using the device. Failure to follow any of the instructions or warnings can result in material damage or personal injury!
Important! If the device fails to behave according to instructions, immediately contact an electrician, responsible vendor or DEFA, see chapter Contact information.
Special notes

DANGER Sections marked with this symbol draw attention to electrical voltages that represent a danger to life and limb. Actions contrary to these safety notices may lead to severe or fatal injury. Actions marked with this symbol must not be carried out under any circumstances.
WARNING Sections marked with this symbol draw attention to additional hazards that may lead to damage to the cable itself or to other electrical devices. Actions marked with this symbol must be carried out with special care.
NOTICE Sections marked with this symbol draw attention to additional important information and special features that are necessary for the reliable operation of the device. Actions marked with this symbol should be carried out as required.

Danger

Only connects the charger to an earthed domestic outlet.
Do not plug the charger into a damaged, loose or worn domestic outlet.
Do not use the charger if it is defective or appears cracked, frayed, broken or otherwise damaged.
Do not use an extension cord, multiple sockets, or an adapter.
Do not carry out repairs on the charger or try to open it in any way.

Warning

The portable charger is designed only for Mode 2 charging of vehicles. Do not use it for any other purpose.
Do not allow water to enter the domestic outlet or vehicle inlet while charging.
Do not insert the domestic plug if the domestic outlet is wet or covered in snow.
Keep the plugs away from water.
Do not expose the plugs to a direct jet, or splashes of water.
Avoid exposing the portable charger to very hot temperatures.

Handling
Handle the portable charger with care and do not subject it to strong force or impact. Do not pull, twist, tangle, drag, or step on the cable.

DANGER Ensure that the cable is never run over by a vehicle. DEFA-eMove-
Portable-Charger-FIG-5.

Always hold the cable by the handle when pulling it. Do not pull the cable itself.

Storing
See chapter Store and protect for information about how to roll up the cable and how to attach the control box to the wall bracket.

Always store with the cable rolled up. Do not leave the cable on the ground after usage.
Always support the control box mechanically or manually. Do not let the control box hang from the domestic outlet unsupported.
Attach the plug cap to protect the vehicle plug when storing the portable charger.
Use the cable clips to coil the cable for storage or transportation.

Main parts

DEFA-eMove-Portable-Charger-FIG-8

A. Plug cap with a strap
B. Vehicle plug
C. Cable
D. Control box
E. Cable holder x 2
F. Cable clip x 2
G. Domestic plug

Display view

H. Power Input Indication
J. Mode Button for power adjustment
K. Charger Status Indication
L. Vehicle Connection Indication
Also included: Wall bracket

Plugs

DEFA-eMove-Portable-Charger-FIG-9

Vehicle plug Type 2 with plug cap and strap Domestic plug Type F Schuko

How to use the portable charger

NOTICE Please read the charging instructions in the vehicle’s manual before using the charger.

Plugin
Check the condition of the domestic outlet and the vehicle inlet before inserting the plugs. Always insert the plugs in the order described.

Insert the domestic plug into the domestic outlet. An automatic self-test will start and is indicated with flowing lights on Charger Status Indication.
Wait until the automatic self-test is finished. The bars on Charger Status Indication will be solid white.
Insert the vehicle plug into the vehicle inlet. An automatic self-test will start and is indicated with flowing lights on Charger Status Indication.

The vehicle will start charging.

Use plug strap
The plug strap can adjust the cap’s position. This prevents the cap from collecting water and dirt and keeps the cap clear of the vehicle during charging.

Proper connection
The plug must be fully inserted into the inlet of the vehicle. Failure to do so will prevent the vehicle inlet from locking the plug in place and starting charging.

Unplug

WARNING Do not unplug the portable charger from the domestic outlet while the vehicle is charging. Complete or stop the charging before unplugging. To stop charging before the vehicle is fully charged, see the vehicle’s manual.

Always remove the plugs in the order described.

Remove the vehicle plug from the vehicle inlet.
Remove the domestic plug from the domestic outlet.

Display symbols on the control box

NOTICE To see animations that explains the different signals, go to www.defa.com or scan the QR code on the last page.

Power Input Indication
Indicates if the charger is connected to power or not. DEFA-eMove-Portable-
Charger-FIG-14

No light – Power of Light on – Power on Pulsing – Charging finished-Pulsing red – Error

Mode Button for charging power adjustment
Press the Mode Button to toggle between Normal mode/Low mode/High mode. The modes will appear in the following order: Normal (default starting mode) → Low → High → Normal →. When the Mode Button is pressed the light will be lit for 5 seconds and then fade. Charger Status The indication will blink for 2 seconds, then stay lit.

No light – Normal mode Light – Low or High mode is activated

Charger Status Indication

NOTICE This display does not view any information about the charging level of the vehicle’s battery.
Indicates the control box set. The display will blink for a few seconds at start-up and then settle on the current charging level for the device. DEFA-
eMove-Portable-Charger-FIG-16

Vehicle Connection Indication

DEFA-eMove-Portable-Charger-FIG-17 NOTICE This display does not view any information about the charging level of the vehicle’s battery.
Indicates that the portable charger is connected to the vehicle and that charging is in progress.

The speed at which the lights are lit indicates which mode is used.

Set the required charging power

Press the Mode Button to toggle between Normal mode/Low mode/High mode. The modes will appear in the following order: Normal (default starting mode) → Low → High → Normal →.
When setting the device to Low mode or High mode the Mode Button will be lit for 5 seconds and then fade. The number of bars on Charger Status Indication show which of the modes is currently active.
The Charger Status Indication will blink for 2 seconds until the change is effective, then stay lit.

NOTICE If charging ends on Low mode, this setting will be stored until the next use. If charging ends on High mode the setting will revert to Normal mode at the next use.

Low mode: If the Low mode is set, the charging level will be lower than normal. This might be required if the fuse for the domestic outlet is lower than the rating of the product. Or if the domestic outlet’s electrical circuit used for the portable charger is shared with other electrical products.
High mode: If the High mode is set, the charging level will be higher than normal. The level will automatically switch back to Normal mode after 120 minutes during one session (if High mode is turned off for a while and then turned back on again, the 120 minutes are accumulated during the whole session). If the control box or domestic plug becomes too hot during High mode, the current level will automatically reduce until a lower temperature is detected.

Charging power

Normal mode 10 A High mode 15 A
Low mode, factory set 8 A

Adjust Low mode manually

WARNING The charger must only be plugged into the domestic outlet when doing this action. Do not plug into the vehicle inlet.
Tip! Adjusting is possible to do while inside a house, with the manual easily available.

Connect the charger to a domestic outlet. Wait until the start-up sequence is finished.
Press and hold the Mode Button for about three seconds, until the Charger Status Indication symbol blinks white.
Press the Mode Button within five seconds to start setting the level.
It is possible to set the Low mode from the lowest level (6A) and up to one level below the normal level. The level will start at the earlier stored level and then move upward in 1A steps every time the button is pressed. After reaching the highest level to choose, the unit will return to the lowest level. The light on the display will indicate which level currently is chosen.
When the desired level is reached, wait 5 seconds. The new level is now stored.
The next time Low mode is used, this will be the pre-chosen level.

Store and protect

Wrap the cable

Roll the cable end with the vehicle plug around the control box. Ensure that the plug hangs with the plug cap facing the ground.
Roll the cable end with the domestic plug around the control box. Ensure that the plug hangs with the contacts facing the ground.

Hang the charger

WARNING Never hang the charger by the cable.

Use the included wall bracket to hang the charger. Attach the bracket to the wall according to the instructions included.

Wiggle and push the back of the control box onto the wall bracket.
Slide downward to attach the control box to the wall bracket.

Tip! Use the upper rear cable holder to hang the control box on a wall hook or a similar feature.

Maintenance and care

Checking

Keep the plugs dry and check them regularly for dust, dirt, pebbles, etcetera.
Check the control box regularly for cracks and other damage.
Check the cable regularly for cracks and other damage.
Check the domestic outlet for damage and wear.
Remove the plug from the domestic outlet when the charger is not in use.

Cleaning

Unplug the portable charger before starting cleaning.
Use a damp cloth to clean. Do not use water or harsh chemicals.

Error detection and solutions

Vehicle side error

This error state will display if there is a problem on the vehicle side. This could be caused by the vehicle’s battery, a faulty or damaged vehicle connection, or a communications fault with the vehicle.

A vehicle-side error state can be triggered at any time when the charger is connected to both a domestic outlet and a vehicle inlet. This includes during an active charge sequence, in a charge-ready state, or during start-up.

Try this

Unplug the charger and then plug it in.
Consult the vehicle’s manual for information about possible issues.
Contact the vehicle vendor.

This error state will display if there is a problem on the vehicle side of the control box. This could be caused by the cable not being connected correctly, a faulty or damaged vehicle connection, or a damaged cable plug.

Try this

Unplug the charger and then plug it in.
Consult the vehicleâ€™s manual for information about possible issues.
Contact the vehicle vendor.

Charger unit error

This error state will display if there is a problem detected with the internal electronics of the control box.

Try this

Check if the control box is hot to the touch.
Unplug the charger and wait a few minutes, then plug it in.
Contact DEFA, see chapter Contact Information.

This error state will display if the charger is disconnected.

Try this

Unplug the charger and then plug it in.
Contact DEFA, see chapter Contact Information.

Domestic side error

This error state will display if there is a problem detected with the domestic power supply to the charger. This could include incorrect or fluctuating voltage, ground faults or other errors.

Try this

Check if the control box or domestic plug is hot to the touch.
Unplug the charger and wait a few minutes, then plug it in.
Consult an electrician or contact DEFA, see chapter Contact information.

This error state will display if there is a problem detected with the domestic power supply to the charger

Try this

Check that the power supply to the property is ok.
Check that the domestic circuit breaker/fuse plug not has been triggered.
Consult an electrician.

Accessories and spare parts

Accessories

• Basic bag, Art. nr. 712593
• Premium bag, Art. nr. 712594
• Docking station, Art. nr. 712268+

Spare parts

Wall bracket
Kit containing: cable clips and holder

Technical specification

WARNING Only use the portable charger in the country it is designed for.

Rated voltage| 230 VAC (1-phase, 50-60Hz)|
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Portable charger type| Mode 2|
Connection to vehicle| Type 2|
RCD| 30 mA AC & 6mA DC|
GRID type| Seamless TN & IT grid|
Overheat protection| In ICCB & domestic plug|
Operating temperature| -40°C to +50°C|
Storage temperature| -50°C to +85°C|
Operational altitude| Maximum 4000 m above sea level|
Size ICCB (LxWxT)| 310 x 85 x 55 mm|
Material control box (ICCB)| Aluminum with double-protected plastic end caps|
IP rating vehicle plug| IP 67|
IP rating control box (ICCB)| IP 67|
Weight| 2.1 kg|
Certification IEC| IEC 61851, IEC 62752, IEC 62196|
Recycling| EEE-waste| |

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