Charge Amps Luna Intelligent charging stations For electric cars User Manual

Charge Amps Luna Intelligent charging stations For electric cars

Specifications

• Charging mode: EV power supply identifier Metering Socket
• Rated voltage (Un): 230/400 V
• Rated insulation voltage (Ui): 250/400 V
• Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp): 4 kV
• Rated frequency (fn): Not specified
• Rated current (In): Not specified
• Rated diversity factor (RDF): Not specified
• Dimensions (W x D x H): Not specified
• Assembly type: Mode 3
• Communication protocol: OCPP 1.6J ISO 15118 hardware ready

Product Usage Instructions

Use
Charging without RFID identification

1. Initiate charging by connecting the EV connector to the car. Lift the EV socket lid and connect the EV plug to the EV socket.
2. Stop charging by disconnecting the EV connector from the car and disconnect the EV plug from the EV socket.

Add RFID tag
N.B: Make sure your installer has given you access to Charge Amps Admin Portal to manage RFID tags.

1. Log in to the Charge Amps Admin portal to add an RFID tag: https://my.charge.space/admin
2. Navigate to the charger page to turn on the RFID lock.

Charging with RFID identification

1. Initiate charging by connecting the EV connector to the car. Lift the EV socket lid and connect the EV plug to the EV socket.
2. Briefly hold the RFID tag in front of the RFID reader to initiate charging. If no RFID tag has been verified during the 5-minute time window, charging needs to be initiated remotely or reactivated by unplugging and reconnecting the EV connector.
3. Stop charging by disconnecting the EV connector from the car and disconnect the EV plug from the EV socket.

Cable lock
Details on cable lock functionality not provided in this excerpt.

Cloud connectivity
The Charge Amps Installer App and Charge Amps Cloud are available for Charge Amps Luna connected to Charge Amps as the cloud provider.

Charge Amps App:
Download Charge Amps App from the App Store or Google Play for full control, adjusting settings, and enabling smart charging and scheduling.

Charge Amps Cloud: Create an account in the
Charge Amps Cloud to configure, control, and manage your charger via our web interface at My Charge Space.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How can I recycle the product?
A: Leave the product for recycling at a designated location, such as the local authority’s recycling station, in compliance with local environmental laws and guidelines. The product consists of recyclable plastics and electronics that should be recycled accordingly.

DISPOSAL

• Respect the environment! Must not be discarded with household waste! This product contains electrical or electronic components that should be recycled. Leave the product for recycling at a designated location e.g. the local authority’s recycling station.
• Disposal of the product must comply with the local environmental laws and guidelines. The product consists of recyclable plastics and electronics, and should be recycled as specified for these materials.
  In conformity with the relevant EU directives.

Neglecting to follow and carry out the directions, instructions and safety precautions in this Installation Manual implies that any warranty provisions will be cancelled and that Charge Amps AB can reject any and all claims for compensation in connection with any injuries/damage or incidents – direct or indirect – that are a result of such negligence.
Charge Amps AB does not give any warranties as to the accuracy or completeness of this document and shall have no liability for the consequences of using such information. Charge Amps AB reserves the right to make changes to information published in this document without notice.
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Safety

WARNING : Read all instructions before installation!

• Improper use may create a risk of personal injury.
• The product must only be installed by a qualified electrician by the installation manual.
• National usage requirements and restrictions apply.
• Only use this product for charging compatible electric vehicles.
• Never use an adapter between the EV socket outlet and the charging cable.
• Cord extension sets are not allowed to be used.
• Inspect the product for visible damage before use.
• Never attempt to repair or use the product if it is damaged.
• Do not immerse the product in water, subject it to physical abuse or insert foreign objects in any part of the product.
• Never attempt to disassemble the product in any way.
• The owner is responsible for informing users of the compatibility of any charging point.

Technical data

• Charging mode Mode 3

• EV power supply identifier

• Metering 1 to 3 phase voltage, current and power

• Socket Type 2, 22 kW(1)

• Rated voltage (Un) 230/400 V

• Rated insulation voltage (Ui) 250/400 V

• Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) 4 kV

• Rated frequency (fn) 50 Hz

• Rated current (In) 32 A
  Rated diversity factor (RDF) 1 (can be lowered if used togehter with a load balancing functionality)

• Dimensions (W x D x H) 210 x 80 x 220 mm

• Characteristics of power supply and output AC EV supply equipment connected to AC supply network, permanently connected

• Assembly type AEVCS

• RFID Type: ISO/IEC 14443 Typ A 13.56 MHz Mifare
  Range: 13.553 – 13.567 MHz
  Max output: 24 dBm

• Bluetooth Version: Bluetooth 5.0 (LE) and
  Bluetooth LE 5.3 certified
  Range: 2400 – 2480 MHz
  Max output: 19 dBm

• Wi-Fi Type: 802.11 b/g/n/ax
  Range: 2412 – 2484 MHz
  Max output: 20.5/20.0/19.0/19.0
  dBm@802.11b/g/n/ax

• Cellular networks communications Type: LTE-FDD and GSM
  Supported bands: B3/B7/B8/B20/B28
  Range: 703–915/1710–1785/2500–
  2570 MHz
  Max output: 25 dBm @LTE-FDD,
  35 dBm @GSM.
  SIM-card: built-in

• Communication protocol OCPP 1.6J ISO 15118 hardware ready

The charging power is subject to external conditions, such as outside temperature, car battery state of charge, or if there’s a load balancing function or charging schedule applied.

Product overview

• A Front cover
• B Illuminated logotype
• C Status LED
• D EV socket
• E Charging unit
• F RFID reader

Package contents

1. Front cover
2. Installation lid
3. Charging unit
4. Drill template
5. Accessories bag:
   • 1x RFID tag
   • 1x Strain relief
   • 2x long screw (PT40x30)
   • 2x short screw (PT40x14)

Additional contents:

1. Quick Guide
2. Welcome letter

Use

Charging without RFID identification

1. Initiate charging by connecting the EV connector to the car. Lift the EV socket lid and connect the EV plug to the EV socket.
2. Stop charging by disconnecting the EV connector from the car and disconnect the EV plug from the EV socket.

Add RFID tag

N.B : Make sure your installer has given you the access to Charge Amps Admin Portal to be able to manage RFID tags.

1. Log in to the Charge Amps Admin portal to add an RFID tag: https://my.charge.space/admin
2. Navigate to the charger page to turn on the RFID lock

Charging with RFID identification

1. Initiate charging by connecting the EV connector to the car. Lift the EV socket lid and connect the EV plug to the EV socket.

2. Briefly hold the RFID tag in front of the RFID reader to initiate charging.
   If no RFID tag has been verified during the 5 minutes time window, charging needs to be initiated remotely or reactivated by unplugging and reconnecting the EV connector.

3. Stop charging by disconnecting the EV connector from the car and disconnect the EV plug from the EV socket

Cable lock
During charging, the cable lock is automatically activated. If you wish to lock the cable permanently, log into your Charge
Amps User portal to lock the cable : https://my.charge.space/userapp/
N.B : In case of power loss, an already locked cable will remain locked.

Cloud connectivity
Charge Amps Installer App and Charge Amps Cloud are available for Charge Amps Luna connected to Charge Amps as the cloud provider.

Charge Amps App
Please download Charge Amps App, available in App store and Google Play, for full control, adjusting settings and enabling smart charging and scheduling

Charge Amps Cloud
Please create an account in the Charge Amps Cloud to configure, control and manage your charger via our web interface

My charge space
https://my.charge.space/

Full product information
Visit www.chargeamps.com for Charge Amps Luna Installation Manual, Charge Amps Luna User Manual and other product documentation.

My charge space
https://www.chargeamps.com/product/charge-amps-luna

Earth fault detection
Charge Amps Luna has a built-in Residual Current Device (RCD) for detection of earth fault.

Reset the internal RCD
An earth fault is indicated by a stedy red light on the status LED.

Reset the internal RCD by:

1. Disconnect the charging cable from Charge Amps Luna.
2. A steady green light will show on the Status LED which indicates that the RCD has been reset.

Test the internal RCD
The built-in RCD function of Charge Amps Luna needs to be tested twice a year by following the steps below.

Recommended tools:

• Flat screwdriver to open the Front cover
• A charging cable
• Access to an EV simulator, an EV charging station tester or an electric vehicle .

1. Use the flat screwdriver to carefully bend the Front cover open

2. Remove the front cover.

3. Connect the electric vehicle, or test tool, to Charge Amps Luna using the charging cable.

4. If RFID authentication is enabled, briefly hold the RFID tag in front of the RFID reader to initiate a charging session.

5. When the charging session has started, press the test button marked ”T” for three seconds to test the RCD.

6. Charging will be aborted and a steady red light will show on the Status LED which indicates a ground fault.
   WARNING! If the result of the testing diverge from what is stated in these instruction, contact your installer for support.

7. Reset the RCD by disconnecting the charging cable from Charge Amps Luna.

8. A steady green light will show on the Status LED which indicates the RCD has been reset

9. Reassemble Charge Amps Luna by carefully pressing the Front cover in place.

LED indications

General

• Status Status LED
• Starting up Green pulsating light
• Ready for charging Green steady light
• Charging Blue pulsating light
• Charging complete Yellow steady light
• Charging paused by EV Yellow steady light
• Charging paused by charger Blue steady light

RFID tag verification

• Status Status LED
• Waiting for RFID tag verification White pulsating light
• Waiting for charging cable White pulsating light
• Processing RFID tag White flashing light
• RFID tag approved Green steady light
• RFID tag not approved Red pulsating light

Other

• Status Status LED
• Error Red flashing light
• Earth fault detected Red steady light
• EV socket unavailable for use No light
• Firmware update Yellow slow pulsating light

Maintenance

N.B : Never spray water or any other liquid directly on the product

• Visually check that the EV socket-outlet is free from damage.
• The outside of the product must be regularly wiped with a clean, dry cloth to remove dirt and dust.
• Do not use detergent to clean any of the product’s components

Product support and service

If you have any questions or problems with the product, support is always available. To find answers to your questions most quickly:
Read through the Installation Manual or User Manual to check whether your questions are answered there.

If your question is not answered, please:

1. Contact your supplier or cloud provider.
2. If you need service or repair, start by contacting the supplier from whom you purchased the product.
3. For additional information, visit our Help Center at: www.chargeamps.com/support.

Warranty

As warranty terms may differ from market to market, we recommend that you contact your supplier regarding the warranty terms.
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References

• Charge Amps - Smart EV Charging
• my.charge.space/
• my.charge.space/admin

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