TOPDON EN 62752 PulseQ AC Portable User Manual

June 15, 2024
TOPDON

TOPDON EN 62752 PulseQ AC Portable

Product Information:

AC Portable EV Charger
Specifications:

  • Product: AC Portable EV Charger
  • Brand: TOPDON’s PulseQ
  • Compatibility: Electric Vehicles (EVs)
  • Current Options: 16A, 13A, 10A, 8A
  • Charging Schedule: Adjustable delay time

Product Overview:

  • The AC Portable EV Charger by TOPDON’s PulseQ is designed to provide convenient and efficient charging for electric vehicles. With its user-friendly features and durable construction, this charger is an essential accessory for EV owners.

Physical Features
The charger consists of the following components:

  1. Control Box: The control box houses the circuitry and controls for the charger.
  2. LCD Display: The LCD display shows real-time charging data, allowing you to monitor the charging process.
  3. Current Adjust Button: This button allows you to select from four current options (16A, 13A, 10A, 8A) based on your charging requirements.
  4. Charging Schedule Button: Use this button to set the delay time for charging, allowing you to schedule charging according to your needs.
  5. Charging Status Indicator: The indicator light provides visual feedback on the charging status. It has the following connotations:
    • Solid green: Standby mode
    • Solid blue: Charging connector inserted, ready to charge / Charging complete (connector still inserted)
    • Flashing blue: Charging in progress
    • Solid/flashing yellow: Fault (refer to Section 6 for more details)
  6. Charging Connector: The charging connector connects the AC Portable EV Charger to the inlet socket of your electric vehicle, enabling the transfer of power for charging.

Product Usage Instructions

Section 1: Important Safety Information

  • Thank you for purchasing TOPDON’s PulseQ AC Portable EV charger.
  • To ensure safe and proper usage, please read and follow the instructions provided in this section.

Safety Signs:
The following safety signs indicate important precautions that must be followed:

  • CAUTION: This sign indicates that not following proper operations may cause minor to moderate injury to the operator or damage to the product or vehicle. Please adhere to the following instructions:
    • Do not submerge the control box in water.
    • Do not step on, pull, fold, or knot the cable.
    • Do not drop or place any heavy objects on the control box.
    • Do not place the cable near high-temperature objects or under direct sunlight when charging.
    • Do not operate the device in temperatures outside of its designated operating range.
    • Put on the dust cover when the product is not in use.
    • Use this product in a well-ventilated area.
    • The product is not equipped with any user-serviceable parts. Do not try to repair or maintain the product on your own.
  • WARNING: This sign indicates that not following proper operations may cause serious injury to the operator or damage to the device or vehicle. Please adhere to the following instructions:
    • This product can only be used when there is a residual current device (RCD) breaker in the power supply section.
    • Do not use this product if the cable is damaged.
    • This product is only to be used for EV charging.
    • The product must be grounded. Do not use this product with an extension cord.
    • If the product does not operate as described in the user manual, refrain from using it and contact your dealer for repair or replacement.

Section 2: What’s in the Box
The package includes the following items:

  • AC Portable EV Charger
  • User Manual
  • Carrying Bag

Section 5: How to Charge an EV
Follow the steps below to charge your electric vehicle using the AC Portable EV Charger:

  1. Ensure that there is a residual current device (RCD) breaker in the power supply section.
  2. Connect the AC Portable EV Charger to a suitable power outlet.
  3. Adjust the charging current by pressing the Current Adjust Button and selecting your desired current option (16A, 13A, 10A, 8A).
  4. Insert the charging connector into the inlet socket of your electric vehicle.
  5. The Charging Status Indicator will show the appropriate color to indicate the charging status.
  6. Monitor the charging progress using the LCD Display.
  7. Once charging is complete, disconnect the charging connector from your vehicle and unplug the AC Portable EV Charger from the power outlet.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

  • Q: Can I use the AC Portable EV Charger with any electric vehicle?
    A: Yes, the AC Portable EV Charger is compatible with electric vehicles.

  • Q: Can I adjust the charging current?
    A: Yes, you can adjust the charging current by pressing the Current Adjust Button and selecting from the four current options (16A, 13A, 10A, 8A).

  • Q: What does the Charging Status Indicator show?
    A: The Charging Status Indicator shows different colors to indicate the charging status:

    • Solid green: Standby mode
    • Solid blue: Charging connector inserted, ready to charge / Charging complete (connector still inserted)
    • Flashing blue: Charging in progress
    • Solid/flashing yellow: Fault (refer to Section 6 for more details)
  • Q: Can I use an extension cord with the AC Portable EV Charger?
    A: No, the product must be grounded and should not be used with an extension cord.

Section 1 Important Safety Information

  • Thank you for purchasing TOPDON’s PulseQ AC Portable electric vehicle (EV) charger. To properly use this product, please read this user manual carefully before operating.

Safety Signs
CAUTION

  • This sign indicates that not following proper operations may cause minor to moderate injury to the operator or damage to the product or vehicle. Be sure to adhere to the following instructions.
    • Do not submerge the control box in water.
    • Do not step on, pull, fold, or knot the cable.
    • Do not drop or place any heavy objects on the control box.
    • Do not place the cable near high temperature objects or under direct sunlight when charging.
    • Do not operate the device in temperatures outside of its designated operating range.
    • Put on the dust cover when the product is not in use.
    • Use this product in a well-ventilated area.
    • The product is not equipped with any user-serviceable parts. Do not try to repair or maintain the product on your own.

WARNING
This sign indicates that not following proper operations may cause serious injury to the operator or damage to the device or vehicle. Be sure to adhere to the following instructions.

  • This product can only be used when there is a residual current device (RCD) breaker in the power supply section.
  • Do not use this product if the cable is damaged.
  • This product is only to be used for EV charging.
  • The product must be grounded.
  • Do not use this product with an extension cord.
  • If the product does not operate as described in the user manual, refrain from using it and contact your dealer for repair or replacement.

Safety Precautions

  • Ensure that the cable, power input plug, charging connector, and control box are free of any abnormalities, such as scratches, rust, cracks, or any other damage that may affect its proper functioning.
  • Electric vehicles can only be charged when the engine (motor) is off and the vehicle is stationary. Do not charge in rainy and / or thunderous weather.
  • Do not charge if your power outlet is damaged, rusted, cracked, or loosely connected.
  • Wipe with a clean and dry cloth if the power input plug gets dirty or wet.
  • Ensure that the power input plug and your power outlet are compatible with each other before charging.

Section 2 What’s in the Box

  • Thank you for purchasing TOPDON’s PulseQ AC Portable electric vehicle (EV) charger. To properly use this product, please read this user manual carefully before operating.

Section 3 Product Overview

physical Features

  1. Control Box

  2. LCD Display
    Displays real-time charging data.

  3. Current Adjust Button
    Allows you to select from the four current options (16/13/10/8A).

  4. Charging Schedule Button
    Allows you to set the delay time for charging.

  5. Charging Status Indicator

Charging Status Indicator Connotation
Solid green Standby
Solid blue Charging connector inserted, ready to charge / Charging complete

(connector still inserted)
Flashing blue| Charging in progress
Solid / flashing yellow| Fault (refer to Section 6 for more details)

  • Charging Connector
    • Connects your PulseQ AC Portable to the inlet
    • socket of your electric vehicle.
      • Power / Charging Input Plug
    • Connects your PulseQ AC Portable to a power outlet

LCD Display

  1. Real-Time Charging Voltage

  2. Control Box Temperature

  3. Charging Status Icon
    Selected Charging Current

  4. Real-Time Charging Current

  5. Energy Delivered

  6. Scheduled Charging Countdown / Charging Time

Section 4 Technical Specifications

Model Name| PulseQ AC Portable3.7K C5_EU| PulseQ AC Portable3.7K C5_UK| PulseQ AC Portable3.7K C5_AU
---|---|---|---
Safety Standard| EN 62752
Charging Mode & Connection| Mode 2, Case C
Charging Connector Type| IEC 62196-2, Type 2
Power / Charging Input Plug Type| EU Plug| UK Plug| AU Plug
Rated Current| 16A| 13A| 16A
Rated Voltage| Single-phase 230V AC, 50 / 60Hz
Total Length| 5 m (16.4 ft.)
Protection Grade (Control Box)| IP 65
Operating Temperature| -25°C to 45°C
Storage Temperature| -40°C to 70°C
Operating Humidity| 5%~95% RH (non-condensing)
Operating Altitude| < 2000 m (6,561.7 ft.)
Dimensions (Control Box) (L x W x H)| 240 x 104 x 63 mm
Net Weight (Whole Product)| 3.21 kg

Section 5 How to Charge an EV

  • The PulseQ AC Portable EV charger offers two charging modes: “Plug and Play” and “Scheduled Charging” modes.
  • Note:
    For both charging modes, the charging connector will be locked during the charging process which prevents you from removing it while charging. If you want to stop charging midway, please stop the charging process via the vehicle end.

Plug & Play

  1. Insert the power / charging input plug of the PulseQ AC Portable into the power outlet.

  2. Tap the Current Adjust button to select the appropriate current. Note:
    The current can only be selected prior to inserting the charging connector.
    Please ensure that the selected current is within the carrying capacity of your electrical circuit.

  3. Insert the charging connector into the inlet socket of your electric vehicle. Then charging will start automatically.

  4. Remove the charging connector from the vehicle inlet socket when charging is finished, then disconnect the power / charging input plug from the power outlet.

  5. Place the dust cover onto the charging connector after use.

Scheduled Charging

  1. Insert the power / charging input plug of the PulseQ AC Portable into the power outlet.

  2. Tap the Current Adjust button to select an appropriate current.
    Note:

  3. The current can only be selected prior to inserting the charging connector.

  4. Please ensure that the selected current is within the carrying capacity of your electrical circuit.

  5. Tap the Charging Schedule button to set the desired delay time for charging, up to a maximum of 10 hours. The LCD screen will show a countdown for the scheduled charging after you have set the delay time.
    Note:
    The charging schedule can only be configured prior to inserting the charging connector.

  6. Promptly insert the charging connector when the countdown begins. If you fail to do so before the countdown ends, the charging appointment will not be executed.

  7. Charging will start when the countdown concludes.

  8. Remove the charging connector from the vehicle inlet socket when charging is finished, then disconnect the power / charging input plug from the power outlet.

  9.  Place the dust cover onto the charging connector after use.

Section 6 Fault Handling

Fault Description Possible Cause Suggestion
Solid yellow CP fault Check whether the charging connector is in place. Try

unplugging the power input plug and plugging it in again to see whether the fault resolves.
1 yellow blink every second| Overvoltage or under voltage| Check for any over/under voltage in the input voltage. Try moving the EV charger to a location with stable voltage.
1 yellow blink every 2 seconds| No ground wire| Check whether the ground wire is firmly connected. Try unplugging the power input plug and plugging it in again to see whether the fault resolves.
1 yellow blink every 4 seconds| Overcurrent| Check whether the selected charging current is appropriate. Try unplugging the power input plug and plugging it in again to see whether the fault resolves.
Alternating blue and yellow blinks with a 1s interval between each blink| Electrical leakage| Check for any electrical leaks in the electric vehicle. Try unplugging the power input plug and plugging it in again to see whether the fault resolves.
Alternating blue and yellow blinks with a 2s interval between each blink| Overtemperature| Relocate the EV charger to a cooler environment.

Section 7 Warranty

  • TOPDON One Year Limited Warranty
  • TOPDON warrants to its original purchaser that the company’s products will be free from defects in material and workmanship for 12 months from the date of purchase (Warranty Period).
  • For the defects reported during the Warranty Period, TOPDON will either repair or replace the defective part or product according to its technical support analysis and  confirmation.
  • TOPDON shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising from the device’s use, misuse, or mounting.
  • If there is any conflict between the TOPDON warranty policy and local laws, the local laws shall prevail.
  • This limited warranty is void under the following conditions:
    • Misused, disassembled, altered or repaired by unauthorized stores or technicians.
    • Careless handling and/or improper operation.

Notice
All information in this manual is based on the latest information available at the time of publication and no warranty can be made for its accuracy or completeness. TOPDON reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

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