BMW i Wallbox Instructions for use Content NOTES Safety instructions Intended use About this manual OPERATION Displays and controls Starting the charging process Ending the charging process Storage of the charger cable Status LED information FAUL TS Troubleshooting Possible causes of error in the event of a fault...
Information about this manual We are delighted that you have decided to purchase a BMW Wallbox. Please read the instructions for this device carefully before you charge your vehicle. Please always keep this document ready to hand, close to the Wallbox, because it contains important information about charging the high-voltage battery of electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles.
NOTES Safety instructions WARNING Electrical danger Installation, commissioning, maintenance and retrofitting of the Wallbox must be carried out by appropriately trained, qualified, and authorized electricians , who are fully responsible for complying with the applicable standards and installation regulations. For details, see installation manual.
CAUTION Ensure that the Wallbox is not damaged by inappropriate handling (casing cover, internal parts, etc.). Use only the charger cable connector (and not the cable itself) to pull the charger cable out of the plug connector. Ensure that the charger cable does not become mechanically damaged (kinked, trapped, or driven over) and that the contact area does not come into contact with sources of heat, dirt or water. ...
About this manual This manual and the functions described are valid for devices of the type: BMW i Wallbox The images and explanations in this manual are based on a typical model of the device. The execution of your device may be different from this.
OPERATION Displays and controls BMW i Wallbox Functions: Charging of electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles 1 Status LED 2 Holder for charger cable connector 3 Charger cable connector Starting the charging process In the rest state, the status LED displays continuous blue. Now connect the vehicle, if unconnected, to the Wallbox.
Ending the charging process The charging process is ended by unlocking the vehicle and disconnecting the charger cable. For details of this, please refer to the instructions of the vehicle manufacturer. 1. Disconnect the charger cable from the vehicle, and wind the charger cable around the Wallbox. Storage of the charger cable 1.
Status LED information Status LED sections The status LED provides information about the current operating state of the Wallbox. It consists of 4 sections, S1 to S4, which can illuminate in different colors, or flash individually or in combinations. The status LED is visible only when the power supply has been activated.
Note Additional and updated information such as operating and installation instructions are available on the service page at https://charging.bmwgroup.com/web/wbdoc/. Note If the error code displayed here is not listed, then please contact BMW Service. Troubleshooting PROBLEM Possible cause Status LED does not illuminate 1.
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PROBLEM Possible cause Charger cable connector cannot 1. The charging process was not ended by the vehicle – end the charging process as per vehicle manufacturer's be unplugged instructions. 2. The charger cable connector may not be able to unlock under tensile load –...
Possible causes of error in the event of a fault General fault (indicated by colors red/white) Fault 1 [0001] "white/white/white/red" The charger cable connector was unplugged during the charging process: The charger cable connector was not locked correctly – unplug the charger cable connector and plug it in correctly, ensuring that the locking is correct.
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Power unit fault (indicated by colors red/blue) Fault 8001 [0001] "blue/blue/blue/red" Not possible to switch the charging voltage on; internal process fault or defective hardware: Reconnect vehicle or restart Wallbox. If this occurs repeatedly, contact Service. Fault 8005 [0101] "blue/red/blue/red" Fault current monitoring: A fault was recorded during the self-test, or else the monitoring has been triggered because of an...
Note We recommend using tested cleaning and care agents from BMW: Matt Paint Special Cleanser for casings; item number 83 12 2 285 244. Glass cleaner, for high gloss surfaces; item number 83 12 2 288 901. ...
DISPOSAL After correctly decommissioning the device, please have the device disposed of by Service or else in compliance with all currently applicable disposal regulations. Disposal information The symbol of the "crossed-out" waste bin means that electrical and electronic devices, including accessories, must be disposed of separately from general household garbage.
SOFTWARE UPDATE The software for the Wallbox can be updated via the USB connection inside the device. For access to the USB connection, the casing cover and the connector panel cover must be removed. Follow the details in the instructions for updating the software; these are attached to the update package.
PRODUCT INFORMATION PAGE This product is UL-certified. It complies with the applicable UL, CSA, and ANCE standards for North America, Canada, and Mexico. Further information at https://charging.bmwgroup.com/web/wbdoc/. FCC INFORMATION This device complies with part 15 of the FCC regulations. Its operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must cause no hazardous interference, and (2) This device must withstand all interference received, including interference that causes...
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This product is NOM-certified. MEXICO Its operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device must cause no hazardous interference, and (2) This device must withstand all external interference received, regardless of the source of the interference. MEXIKO The operation of this equipment is subject to the following two conditions: (1) it shall not generate any critical interference, and (2) its operation shall not be affected by external interferences, independently of the source of the interference.
INDEX About this manual................................. 10 BMW i Wallbox overview............................11 Cleaning................................... 18 Commissioning mode..............................13 Disposal.................................... 19 Ending the charging process............................ 12 Faults..................................14, 15 Intended use..................................9 Maintenance................................... 18 Repair....................................18 Safety instructions................................8 Software update................................20 Starting the charging process........................... 11 Status LED..................................
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