Introduction Introduction Thank you for choosing zappi . Of course, we think you have made an excellent choice and are sure you will be very happy with the features, benefits and quality of this myenergi product. These instructions will help you to familiarise yourself with the...
Microgeneration systems such as Solar PV and small wind turbines are at their most efficient when the generated energy is consumed on-site rather than exporting it to the grid. This is what we call 'self-consumption'. zappi is a Mode 3 charging station, compatible with all electric vehicles that comply with SAE J1772, EN62196 and EN61851 plug-in electric vehicle standards.
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Introduction zappi operation and installation manual...
Enter Menu | Move down a menu item | Decrease value Boost | Select item | Confirm value and move to next setting Integrated Cable Holder When not in use, the charging cable should be wrapped around the unit zappi operation and installation manual...
The current date and time Mode Icons These icons indicate that the import limiting is active (house) or the e-Sense input is live (e) zappi Icon This zappi unit. If there are wavy lines above the icon, the unit is thermally...
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House Consumption – Importing Charge Mode = ECO Solar Generation Power Charge Mode = ECO+ Wind Generation Power zappi Device – Normal Grid Power – Import / Export zappi Device – Too Warm (output limited) Power Flow Direction – Small Amount Import Power Limiting Active Power Flow Direction –...
Operation Status Screens EV Disconnected The EV is not connected to zappi In this example the last charging session delivered 20.8kWh of energy to the EV and 80% of that energy came from the solar panels. Waiting for Surplus... is waiting for sufficient surplus power from the microgeneration zappi system.
Operation Charging Modes zappi has three different charging modes which can be selected simply by pressing the button when the main screen is showing. The charge mode can be changed before or during a charge. FAST ECO+ Regardless of the charge mode used, all of the surplus electricity is used but...
The Manual Boost function can only be used when charging in ECO or ECO+ mode. When boosting, the charge rate is set to maximum (just like FAST mode), until a set amount of energy has been stored in the EV's battery. After which, zappi will revert back to ECO or ECO+ mode.
ECO+ mode. At sunset there was only 10kWh of charge accumulated. However, because you activated Smart Boost, and set the time you needed to leave for work, zappi automatically boosted the charge in the night to top up the battery to the required 15kWh by 7am.
Boost Timer When using ECO or ECO+ charge modes, zappi can be programmed to 'boost' the current charge at certain times. When boosting, the charge rate is set to maximum (just like FAST mode), regardless of the amount of available surplus power. This means that power may be drawn from the mains grid supply during boost times.
Lock Function zappi can be locked from unauthorised operation. The Lock Function requires a pin number to be entered before the unit can be operated. The lock can be set to be active only when the EV is plugged in or only when unplugged, it can also be set to be always active.
Charge Power: Pilot(PWM): Control Pilot PWM AC current supplied to the EV Charge Current: Unit Temp: Internal temperature of the zappi unit Supply voltage to the unit READINGS Voltage: Voltage Max: Maximum supply voltage since switch-on Minimum supply voltage since switch-on...
Length of time for the lock to reactive after unlocking The lock code can be changed here Lock Code: Auto Hide: Hide the main screen when zappi is locked Advanced menu and settings (passcode protected) Advanced… Default passcode: 0 0 0 0...
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Advanced Menu Options Description See Linking Devices (page 20) Pairing Mode… Puts this zappi in pairing mode so it can be linked to another device - See Linking Devices (page 20) Add a device to the 'network'. See See Linking Add Device…...
Supply Grid - Phase The Phase setting is only used on 3-phase systems. It should be set to match the phase number that the zappi is wired to so that the power measurements are correct and that zappi responds to the correct phase when using the harvi wireless sensor.
By linking more devices, you can use more of your own energy or have more control and visibility. Devices available now or soon to be available are: zappi – An eco-smart electric vehicle charge point that can use surplus power to charge the car.
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The priority of each, load controlling linked device, can be set from any device with a display. This enables control of how the surplus energy is shared between them. The example below shows one eddi device, two zappi devices and one harvi on the same 'network'.
The two additional mounting points can be also be used if desired. The supply cable entry can be via the rear grommet or by drilling the enclosure at the bottom right and using a suitable cable gland. zappi operation and installation manual...
Supply zappi device should be connected to a single-phase 230V or 240V nominal AC supply. The supply should be from a dedicated 32A or 40A circuit breaker.
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Installation Supply Connection zappi device should be connected to a single-phase 230V or 240V nominal AC supply. The supply should be from a dedicated 32A or 40A circuit breaker. zappi features and integral 30mA Type-A RCD, therefore an RCD protected supply is not required unless local regulations state otherwise.
Neutral conductor, reverse the direction on the sensor. The positioning of the sensor is crucial, take note of the following when deciding where best to install the sensor: ✔ Can be connected to either the zappi (wired sensor) or harvi (wireless sensor) ✔...
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Grid Sensor must be on the same phase. It is possible to net the export power across phases if using the harvi with three Grid Sensors. This allows the zappi to use surplus power from any phase and not just the phase which the zappi is installed on.
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✔ Can be connected to either the (wired sensor) or (wireless sensor) zappi harvi ✔ The arrow on the bottom of the sensor must be pointing towards the consumer unit ✔ Ensure the sensor is fully closed and clicks shut ✔...
Installation eSense Input (economy tariff) zappi has an input which can be used to sense the availability of economy tariff electricity, this can be used to automatically boost the charge when in ECO or ECO+ charging modes. The eSENSE input is electrically isolated and effectively draws no current so the cable size is not important. An AC voltage...
Refit the cover and secure with ALL twelve of the M4 screws. It is best to screw these by going around in sequence shown without skipping any holes. Slot the white cover down onto the unit and secure with the M3 screw at bottom. zappi operation and installation manual...
Installation Setup Switching On After completing and checking the wiring of the supply, the sensor(s), switch on the zappi via the circuit breaker. zappi will start-up and the main screen will be presented after a few seconds. zappi has been installed alongside another...
‐ Grid Sensor incorrectly ‐ Check the grid sensor is connected to CT1 not start, the display is always installed terminals of the zappi or harvi showing Waiting for ‐ Faulty Grid Sensor ‐ Check the Grid Sensor is installed on the Surplus and the export power ‐...
Unplug from the EV and press and hold the output is switched off button to reset the unit Overheating! The zappi unit it too hot – the output is Unplug from the EV and press and hold the switched off button to reset the unit...
Operating Temperature -30°C to +50°C Fixing Points In-line vertical mounting holes Model Variants MODEL Connector Type Cable Length ZAPPI-32A1P1T05 Type 1 (J1772) ZAPPI-32A1P1T08 Type 1 (J1772) ZAPPI-32A1P2T05 Type 2 (EN62196) ZAPPI-32A1P2T08 Type 2 (EN62196) Designed to permit installations compliant with IET Wiring Regulations BS7671:2008+A3 2015 and the Electricity Safety, Quality, and Continuity Regulations 2002 and BS 8300:2009+A1:2010.
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