TABLE OF CONTENT About this manual INFORMATION Warnings Cautions Notes Content INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX Remote enable signal Dynamic Load Management (DLM) for Stand Alone GTB Twinbox Dynamic Load Management (DLM) for GTB Twinbox in a grid RFID reader installation RFID settings for stand alone GTB Twinbox RFID settings for GTB Twinboxes connected in a grid LAN connection via RJ45...
This document contains general descriptions which are verified to be accurate at the time of printing. However, because continuous improvement is a goal at GARO, we reserve the right to make product and software modifications at any time. This range is subject to continual product development.
INFORMATION Cautions Incorrect installation and testing of the GTB Twinbox could To even out the load, it is important to rotate the phases potentially damage either the vehicle’s battery and/or the when connecting several of GTB Twinboxes to the GTB Twinbox itself. same supply.
INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX • Use conductors that are dimensioned in accordance with local electrical regulations. The selected cable must be able to sustain periods of constant load of up to 63A. • The installation must be carried out by an authorized installer. •...
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INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX Note: Wall installation of GTB Twinbox requires a minimum 20mm distance between the wall and the GTB Twinbox to ensure correct cooling, see picture 3. When GTB twinbox is installed on a pole, the holes at the back side of the GTB Twinbox should be covered/closed by attached screws, see picture 6.
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INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX 4. Check/set the dip 1-3 on SW1 CC2 to the max Ampere (A) that the outlets can load/charge, for example GTB11kW: ON OFF ON OFF 16+16A=32A 3=OFF 3=OFF Dip switch SW1 is located in the center of left hand side of CC2, see picture 7.
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INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX Max current (A) for each side and model Note: Dip 1-3 SW2 settings on both CC1 and CC2 MAX GTB 3,7 kW = MAX 16 A Ampere (A), see table 2. GTB 7,4 kW = MAX 32 A GTB 11 kW = MAX 16 A 6.
INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX Remote enable signal Via a potential-free contact (relay, timer etc) the GTB Twinbox can be remotely enabled/disabled. The cable is connected to terminals on CC2, see picture 11 (remote control). Enable of the GTB Twinbox can be done in two ways: 1.
GTB Twinbox. approved: Connection of the energy meters Modbus cable: • Garo GNM1D-RS485 • Garo GNM3D-RS485 (current transformer 3-phase. Max current is based on current transformer) Terminal 200: A - • Garo GM3T-RS485 Terminal 201: B + •...
Data is transmitted to the first • Garo GNM1D-RS485 wallbox (GTB Master), which controls the charging current per • Garo GNM3D-RS485 (current transformer 3-phase. Max phase for the entire system in order to prevent the main fuses from current is based on current transformer) tripping.
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INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX The first GTB Twinbox in the grid will be the “Master” in the installation and it is set by SW1 Dip 5 on CC2. All other units in the grid should be “slaves” set by SW1 Dip 5 on CC2. First and last GTB Twinbox in the grid should be “end-terminated”...
INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX RFID reader installation DIP switch 1. Turn off the electrical power to the GTB twinbox 2. Assembly the RFID readers according picture 15-17. (picture 15) Note: Both DIP switches should set to ON on both RFID readers, see picture 18.
INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX RFID settings for stand alone GTB Twinbox RFID settings for GTB Twinboxes connected in a grid A maximum of 16 GTB Twinbox may be connected together in a grid by a shielded twisted pair cable, see picture 20, 21 Set SW1 (Dip5) CC2 to ON that makes the unit as “Master”, see picture 19.
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INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX Schematic image with Twinbox placed to the left of the cluster SW1 CC2 SW1 CC2 SW1 CC2 SW1 CC2 MASTER SLAVE SLAVE SLAVE End term End term (picture 20) Schematic image with Twinbox placed in the center of the cluster SW1 CC2 SW1 CC2 SW1 CC2...
INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX LAN connection via RJ45 Note: Only for GTB Twinbox with installed wifi module. It is possible to connect the GTB Twinbox to a LAN via the RJ45 port on the wifi module. Default settings is DHCP. More options are available in the web interface.
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INSTALLATION OF STANDALONE GTB TWINBOX -KF1 Fuse Fuse Connector for Connector for Led light Topcard the RFID reader Connector for Fuse/RccB FB Fuse/RccB FB the RFID reader Contactor FB Contactor FB Contactor control Contactor control Line (L) Line (L) Neutral (N) Neutral (N) Protective earth (PE) Protective earth (PE)
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Normal use / Charging Connect the charging cable to the EV. Charging will start immediately if the EV is ready for charging. See your EV charging manual. When finishing charging, follow the car’s instructions. After charging: Release first the charging cable from your EV and place the charging cable at designated place.
USER MANUAL Resetting/Conditioning of RCCB In the event of overload/earth fault, the built in RCCB/RCBO can trip, see picture 22. These components also need to be conditioned by pressing the test button every 6 month. Procedure to reset/condition: 1. Disconnect the EV from the Twinbox 2.
USER MANUAL Connecting to GTB Twinbox Wifi access point (AP) (Only for GTB with wifi module installed) 1. Make sure that the GTB Twinbox is turned on. 2. Check the Serial no./SSID and password on the label which can be found inside the door. Make a note of the serial number/SSID and password in the box below for future reference.
Warning! GARO recommend that settings should be done by a person that have enough knowledge and good experience of a GTB Twinbox. If wrong setting is done for example DLM functions, it can result in overload for the installation and it can cause operational failure.
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USER MANUAL Example of information for left and right hand side...
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USER MANUAL Show connected GTB Twinboxes Energy information Information for consumed energy for each side of the GTB...
USER MANUAL Scheduled reduced Charge Current settings DLM settings (Dynamic Load Management) (only for GTB without external energy meter installed) (require installed external energy meter) Here you can add/remove periods when you want to reduce the When one or two external energy meters are installed, the “DLM Ampere (A) to the vehicle.
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USER MANUAL Settings can be made for both Ampere (A) and power (kW). By choosing to not activate DLM on a GTB Twinbox, you will Recommended setting is the available (A) or (kW) in the electrical have a “prioritized” GTB that always provide full power during cabinet(s).
USER MANUAL RFID settings in the web interface Schedule After activate the RFID check, you can add and remove RFID tags Settings menu for scheduled activation of GTB Twinbox. manually or read in RFID tags via the RFID reader (Read tag from wallbox).
3. Enter the wifi password 4. Press “Save” Launch the browser on your device and go to url: chargebox. garo.se and follow the instructions. Launch the browser on your device and go to url: chargebox. garo.se and follow the instructions.
USER MANUAL Updating the firmware When GTB twinbox is connected to internet via a local network (wifi or ethernet), klick on “Check for updates” and follow the instructions. When multiple GTB Twinbox is connected in a grid, update for all units can perform at same time from the GTB Master.
USER MANUAL Updating the firmware on a GTB Twinbox not connected to internet (installed wifi module is required) Via computer, android mobile/tablet: • Open https://www.webel-online/wifi and download the file. • Then connect your computer/mobile/table to the GTB Twinbox AP (access point). SSID and password is located inside the front door.
USER MANUAL Troubleshooting Basic indications Solid green Twinbox ready, waiting for EV to connect Flashing green EV connected, waiting to start charging or charging complete Fast flashing green RFID reader ready, waiting to read tag Shifting blue intensity Charging in progress Solid blue RFID tag accepted, charging starts within 2 min...
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USER MANUAL Action Error indications Error type Fast flashing purple Twinbox overheated, charging Auto-reset when temperature drops process terminated below max limit One white flash every two DLM error Auto-reset when Twinbox minutes communication with energy meter is up and running Flashing red/blue Firmware update in progress Wait for the update process to...
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