Plan The Location - ChargePoint Home FlexCharfePoint Installation Manual

Plan the Location

Before beginning work, check the site for appropriate mounting location and
electrical capacity.
Ensure the homeowner has chosen
1.
an installation location that allows
the charging cable to reach the car's
charging port while still providing
slack. Ensure there is a stud available
at the desired location for mounting
the charging station. Ensure there is WiFi signal available.
Outdoor installation is an option, but requires an outdoor-rated,
Note:
weather-resistant electrical outlet or hardwired installation.
WARNING:
the service panel for all circuits. Ensure all power and ground connections,
especially those at the breaker and bus bar, are clean and tight. Remove all
oxide from all conductors and terminals before connecting wiring.
Determine the desired charging amperage with the homeowner. Home
2.
Flex can be installed at a variety of amperages. Choose based on the
availability of space or electrical capacity in the panel, the desired speed
of charging, and whether the homeowner prefers a hardwired or plug-in
installation.
CAUTION:
be rated for 125% of the maximum load.
Circuit Rating
50 A
40 A
30 A
20 A
Important:
amp circuit.
Home Flex can also be wired for higher amperages. Consult all
applicable codes for breaker and wire sizing requirements. The field-
In areas with frequent thunderstorms, add surge protection at
Home Flex is a continuous load device. The circuit must
Max Load Estimated Range per Hour Plug-in
40 A 30 miles/48 km
32 A 25 miles/40 km
24 A 18 miles/29 km
16 A 12 miles/19 km
In Canada, a plug-in installation is only allowed with a 50
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