LECTRON 40 Amp Level 2 EV Charger User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- LECTRON
Table of Contents
LECTRON 40 Amp Level 2 EV Charger
In the Box
Safety Information
- It is recommended that electrical outlets for your charger should be installed by a licensed and qualified electrician. To avoid serious injury or death, the installation must comply with the provisions of the National Electric Code (NEC) and all local codes. In cases of any conflict between the local codes and the NEC, local codes shall take precedence.
- This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to help reduce the risk of elec-tric shock. This product includes a cord equipped with a grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is proper-ly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
- Do NOT DROP the charger or coupler (see image in the Charger Components section below).
- If the output plug separates from the charger module or the charging coupler. Do not attempt to repair the cable on your own. Contact the customer support: [email protected] – for assistance.
- When using your charger, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
- Read warnings on the charger cord label before operating the charger for the first time. Read all instructions in this guide before using this charger.
- Never use the charger with an extension cord.
- Never use the charger with any AC adapter.
- Shock hazard – make sure the plug is fully inserted into the wall outlet so that there are no exposed blade surfaces.
- Children should be supervised when in the vicinity of the charger while plugged in.
- To reduce the risk of fire, connect only to a circuit provided with 30 amps maximum branch circuit overcurrent protection.
Charger Components
Charging Display Information
Charging Your Vehicle
Important: Ensure that the car is parked and the engine turned OFF.
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Insert the NEMA 14-50 plug into a proper wall outlet.
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A solid LED indicator shows that the charger is being powered and ready to charge.
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Plug the charging coupler into your vehicle’s charging outlet until it clicks.
Important: always press the release button before removing the charging coupler from the car. -
Charging begins automatically. Power will be delivered in accordance to the demand of the vehicle. While charging, a LED indicator will blink continuously. Always verify that the vehicle is correctly charging directly from your vehicle dashboard.
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When the vehicle is fully charged, the LED indicator light will stay solid.
Your vehicle has a gauge on the dashboard that can also show that the vehicle is fully charged. Refer to your vehicle’s manual to find the location of the gauge on your dashboard.
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Disconnect the charging coupler when the charging is completed by pressing the release button on the Charging Coupler and removing it from the vehicle.
Note: 240 VAC Operation: the charger requires either a 240 VAC split phase, or a 208 VAC two phase dedicated circuit. It draws a maximum of 40 amps continuous current.
FAQ
The LED Indicator on the charger does not light up.
- Check the circuit breaker and other circuit loads.
- Try another wall outlet.
- Ensure that the charger module (and adapter if operating in 240 VAC mode) is fully inserted into the wall outlet.
The vehicle does not charge.
- Inspect the charging coupler.
- Remove the charging coupler from the vehicle, then reinsert it into the vehicle until it clicks.
The faulty indicator remains solid.
- Verify that the vehicle charge timer is set to permit charging. Refer to your vehicle’s manual for charge timer instructions.
The faulty indicator is blinking rapidly.
- Inspect the charger module for overheating.
- Carefully unplug the charger plug from the wall outlet and allow to cool before reconnecting it.
- If the condition persists, have a qualified electrician inspect the ground circuit of the wall outlet.
Specifications
- Input/output: 100V – 250V AC
- Frequency: 50 / 60 Hz
- Maximum current: 40 A
- Cable length: 16 ft of cable. Total reach of 18 ft
- Plug: NEMA 14-50
- EV connector: SAE-J1772
- Dimensions: 19.75 x 15.85 x 3.5 in
- Weight: 9.9 lb
- Temperature: -22 °F to 122°F
Get more Support
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