ahlsell PCD030 Mode 2 Portable Charging Cables User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- ahlsell
Table of Contents
ahlsell PCD030 Mode 2 Portable Charging Cables
Good to know
A mode 2 portable charging cable is intended to be used for “emergency
charging” when there is no mode 3 charging station/charging post available.
The charging cable allows charging directly from outlets such as sockets
(SCHUKO) or red or blue industrial connectors (CEE), but may require an
adapter to allow this. The charging cables are supplied with either a type 1
(SAE 1772) or a type 2 (IEC 62196-2) plug.
Warning
Ensure that the charging cable is securely connected with sufficient strain
relief, and that the conduit you are charging from is properly dimensioned and
secured. Despite the high encapsulation class, you are recommended, as far as
possible, to avoid water and snow during storage and use. Familiarise yourself
with the currently applicable recommendations, laws and regulations regarding
the use of charging cables of this type in the country in which the product is
being used. Familiarise yourself with the connector in your vehicle, and only
use adapters approved by the manufacturer. Never use the product if it has
been damaged. The product may only be opened and repaired by certified
personnel.
Key features
- Compatibility – Fits all electric cars and rechargeable hybrids with a Type 1 or Type 2 connector
- Encapsulation class – High degree of encapsulation ensures safe and secure use
- Quick and easy use – Simply plug the cable into the supply and the vehicle, and it will establish communication with the vehicle and initiate charging.
- Robust – The cables and communication boxes are made of robust materials that can withstand being driven over by a vehicle.
- Intelligent chip – Automatically detects problems during charging and issues an alert with the indicator lights and/or LCD display in the event of a fault.
- Safety – offers e.g.: short circuit protection, overcurrent protection (output), under and overvoltage protection (input), temperature detection and earth fault detection.
Maintenance
To reduce risk and safeguard the normal service life of the portable charger, the product must be handled as described by the manufacturer. All service work on the product should be carried out by certified personnel with the appropriate tools intended for this type of work. The products are tested and quality assured in the factory, and it is important to avoid heavy jolts during transportation. If damage to the outer packaging is detected, the products should be checked visually and physically for defects or to see if anything is missing. The products should be stored and transported within the temperature range -40°C to +70°C and with relative humidity not exceeding 95%. The products should not be stored in corrosive or alkaline environments, or in other environments that promote corrosion or environments where there are explosive gases. The products should also be shielded from rain, snow, wind and sand during storage and transportation. Mode 2 portable charging cables are subject to rigorous quality inspections and tests at the factory. If quality problems are detected within 2 years in the event of the normal use of the products, they will be subject to warranty service. In this case, contact your dealer. Any malfunctions caused directly or indirectly by operating errors, damage or other effects that the products are not intended to withstand will not be subject to warranty service or replacement.
Instructions for use
Initiate charging
-
Plug in supply plug
Note: Adjust to Max 10A when charging from SCHUKO (standard socket)! -
Plug in vehicle plug
Note: Adjust the charging current before this step. -
Charging is initiated automatically
End charging
- Disconnect plug from the vehicle
- Attach the protective cap
- Finally, disconnect the supply
By plugging in and disconnecting the portable charger in this order, you avoid unnecessary wear and tear, reducing the risk of arcs and thereby also the risk of fire during use.
Overview
- Supply plug
- Strain relief
- LCD display
- Adjustment button
- LED indicators
- Vehicle plug (Type 1 / Type 2)
LED indicators and use
Specifications
- Certificates: TUV, FCC , CE
- Encapsulation class: IP 66
- Charging current: 10A /16A
- Charging voltage: 230V (+/-10%)
- Max power: 3.7 kW
- Auto-restart:Yes
- Adjustable charging current: Yes
- Warranty: 2 years
- Display: LCD
- Indicator light: Yes
- Service life: >10,000 connections/disconnections
- Insulation resistance: 1000M 0
- Voltage resistance: 2000V
- Cable dimensions: 3 x 2.5 mm
- Shield material: ABS+PC alloy (UL94 VO)
- Cable diameter: 12 mm/ 0.47 in
- Contact impedance: 0.5 m O Max
- Vibration resistance: Satisfies JDQ 53.3
- Gasket material: Rubber and/or silicone
- Contact pins: Copper alloy, silver or nickel
- Earth-leakage circuit breaker (ELCB): Type A 30mA AC+ 6mA DC
LCD display
- Real-time voltage
- Supplied power in charging session
- Charging time
- Temperature
- Real-time current
- Charging icon/animation
- Selected charging current
LCD display in case of fault
- Real-time voltage
- Supplied power in charging session
- Charging time
- Temperature
- Real-time current
- Fault message icon
- Cause of fault
- Selected charging current
Safety warnings
Check the portable charger for any visible damage, and contact your dealer if you notice any damage to the product. Test the product regularly and make sure that no irregularities occur. Before starting to charge the vehicle, make sure that the charging cable is connected to an earthed outlet and does not indicate an earth fault. Never modify or alter any part of the product yourself under any circumstances. Do not use the product in environments where there are explosive gases or in the vicinity of other combustible gases or liquids. Use the product in a stable environment with as stable a temperature and/ or humidity as possible. Clean any dirt from the surfaces of the product regularly. Contact surfaces in plugs must be cleaned by certified personnel, and contact surfaces must not be damp during use. Ensure that the voltage, current, frequency, circuit breaker and other conditions satisfy the product’s specifications prior to use.