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PRODUCT MANUAL
Blink Series 9 - Model 9030
Version 2.0
BlinkCharging.com

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  • Page 1 PRODUCT MANUAL Blink Series 9 - Model 9030 Version 2.0 BlinkCharging.com...
  • Page 2 Charge on Blink™ Charging Station is a trademark of Blink Network, LLC. All other products or services mentioned are the trademarks, service marks, registered trademarks, or registered service marks of their respective owners. Copyright ©2023 Blink Network, LLC. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5.1. ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS 5.2. ENSURING COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL CODES AND REGULATIONS 5.3. INSTALLING CHARGER WITH PEDESTAL 5.3.1. ANCHOR PLATE INSTALLATION 5.3.2. PEDESTAL ASSEMBLY 5.3.3. ATTACHING PEDESTAL TO ANCHOR PLATE BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 4 IDLE STATE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7.1. OPERATING PRECAUTIONS 7.2. OPERATING THE CHARGER 7.2.1. USER AUTHORIZATION 7.2.2. SYSTEM CHARGING 7.2.3. CHARGING COMPLETED 7.3. OPERATION STATUS 7.4. USE OF EMERGENCY BUTTON 7.5. CUSTOMER SUPPORT MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 8.1. MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 5 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 8.2.1. CHECKLIST BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER MAINTENANCE 8.2.1.1. BEFORE MAINTENANCE 8.2.1.2. DURING MAINTENANCE 8.2.1.3. AFTER MAINTENANCE 8.2.2. CLEANING 8.2.3. REPLACING FILTER 8.3. TROUBLESHOOTING 8.4. ERROR MESSAGE OR CODES 8.5. LIMITED WARRANTY 8.5.1. WARRANTY POLICY BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    This document describes the most common assembly, installation, operations, and maintenance methods. Contact Blink where it is not possible to assemble, install, operate, or maintain using the procedures provided in this document. The following signs are used on the equipment and on in this manual following ANSI Z535 standard.

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    The DC charger also has network communication capability. It can connect with the Blink network platform and provide drivers of electric cars with real-time information, such as the location of charging stations, charging progress, and billing information.

  • Page 8: External View

    8 – Holster / CCS1 DCFC Cord Mount 9 – DC Charging Cable 10 – Pedestal 11 – Cable Hanger 12 – Emergency Stop Button 13 – Side Access Plate 14 – Vent (Inlet & Outlet) 15 – LED Assembly BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 9: Internal View

    Charge on 2.2. Internal View Fig. 2 – Internal View 1 – Power Board 2 – External Fan 3 – IMD 4 – AC Power Input 5 – Cable Gland for DC Output BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 10: Features And Applications

    Optional Fleet Management Software Module delivers powerful capabilities to help you configure, track, and manage your fleet. Applications of the charger: • Commercial • Retail with optional credit card reader • Fleet • Dealership • Highway rest areas BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    RFID: ISO 14443 Type A & B, MiFare, Felica, ISO 15693 NFC: Apple VAS, NEMA, Google Smart Tap (coming soon) Plug and Charge: ISO 15118 Payment Optional: Apple/Google Pay, Contactless/Magnetic/EMV Credit Card Emergency stop button One for the Charger BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 12: Dimensions

    UL 2231-1 / CSA C22.2 No. 281.1-12, UL 2231-2 / CSA C22.2 No. 281.2-12 certified FCC Part 15 Class A compliant Energy Efficiency Energy Star compliant Compliance California Type Evaluation Program (CTEP) certified Accessibility ADA compliant 2.5. Dimensions Charger Dimensions: BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 13 Charge on Fig. 3 – Charger Dimensions Pedestal Dimensions: Fig. 4 – Pedestal Dimensions BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 14: Planning And Design

    4G LTE RSRQ: -13 dB Band 4 Band 2 Band 4 RSRP: -95 dBm ATT or T-Mobile 4G LTE Band 5 RSRQ: -13 dB Band 12 Band 13 Table 1 – Cellular Carriers and Bands BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 15: Ventilation And Airflow

    1. Air Inlet 2. Air Outlet • The product should be installed with at least 24 inches of unobstructed clearance distance to all air ventilation. • Sufficient space is needed for product installation, maintenance, and BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 16: Ac Input Supply Requirements

    Earth Connection is Essential! • Blink EV (Electric Vehicle) charging stations require a solidly grounded electrical system with the presence of a main bonding jumper or system bonding jumper. Ungrounded sources or impedance grounded sources of any type (resistor/reactor) are not suitable for Blink EV charging stations.

  • Page 17: Tools Required

    For 6 AWG and 8 AWG non-insulated ring terminals 5/8” masonry drill bit/driver Required for wall mount installation only PH3 Philips Screwdriver Required for Wiring Input AC cables to the Terminal Block Table 2 – Tools Required BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 18: Unpacking Instructions

    The unit is shipped in two packages as shown below: 1) Head unit and 2) Pedestal unit. 4.2.1. Head Unit Fig. 8 – Head Unit Box Contents 1 – Accessories Box 2 – Head Unit BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 19: Pedestal

    Charge on 4.2.2. Pedestal Fig. 9 – Pedestal Box Contents 1 – Accessories Box 2 – Pedestal Unit 3 – Anchor Plate Assembly 4 – Holster Assembly BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 20: Wallmount

    Charge on 4.2.3. Wall mount Fig. 10 – Wall Mount Box Contents 1 – Accessories Box 2 – Wall Mount Structure 3 – Wall Mount Bracket 4 – Conduit Cover 5 – Holster Assembly BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 21: Unpacking

    Ferrite Core for Input Wiring #6 AWG Ring Terminal Connectors for M6 Stud #6 AWG Ring Terminal Connector for M5 Stud Heat Shrink Tube (12.7mm) 16 cm Nylon Cable Tie Table 3 – Head Unit Accessories Box contents BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 22: Unpacking Pedestal Unit

    J-Bolts with Nut and Washer (1/2”-13 x 10”) 5/16”-18 x 1-3/4” Socket Cap Screw, Stainless Steel 5/16” High Collar Lock Washer, Stainless Steel 5/16”-18 x 1-1/4” Socket Cap Screw, Galvanized (Sacrificial Bolts) Table 4 – Pedestal Accessories Box contents BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 23: Unpacking Wall Mount

    5. Holster Assembly 6. Accessories Box contains the below components. Item Quantity M6 x 20mm Allen Cap Screw + Spring Washer 1/2”-13 x 5-1/2” Stud Anchors, Stainless Steel Table 5 – Wall Mount Accessories Box contents BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 24: Assembly And Installation Instructions

    It is the installer's responsibility to use this information to define the height at which to install the Model 9030 DC30 charger from the ground and ensure compliance with local codes and regulations (for example, ADA Requirements in the USA) BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 25: Installing Charger With Pedestal

    Install (6) J-bolts into the holes in the anchor plate as shown. Insert the anchor plate into the concrete immediately after pouring the concrete. It is recommended to vibrate the concrete to remove any air bubbles. The anchor plate should be installed level with the ground. BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 26 Charge on Fig. 15 – Concrete Pad Dimensions Fig. 16 – Anchor Plate Mounting BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 27 Charge on Fig. 17 – Anchor Plate Hole Dimensions Refer to above anchor hole dimensions for anchor plate installation. Fig. 18 – Sacrificial Bolts BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 28: Pedestal Assembly

    Take out the Sacrificial Bolts once the concrete is set. 5.3.2. Pedestal Assembly Follow the diagram below to assemble the pedestal unit: Fig. 19 – Pedestal back plate fasteners Remove the highlighted pedestal back plate fasteners (M5 Allen Head screws, Qty 14) BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 29: Attaching Pedestal To Anchor Plate

    5.3.3. Attaching Pedestal to Anchor Plate Now you are ready to install the Pedestal Unit. Carefully place the Pedestal Unit over the Anchor Plate, conduit, and any wires. Fig. 21 – Attaching Pedestal to Anchor Plate BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 30: Holster Assembly

    • Ensure that at least 54” of wire extends out of the conduit. Fig. 22 – Pedestal Anchor Bolts Attach pedestal to anchor plate using (6) 5/16” x 1 ¾" Socket Cap Screws and spring washers (torque 10-12Nm). 5.3.4. Holster Assembly Fig. 23 – Holster Assembly BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 31: Head Unit Installation On Pedestal

    While mounting the head unit to the pedestal proper alignment should be ensured. Fig. 24 – Head Unit mounting bolts After unwrapping the Head unit take off the above Red highlighted 8x M6 Allen Head Metric Screws from the Head unit. BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 32 Fig. 26 – Securing Head Unit to Pedestal Mount Head Unit above Pedestal assembly as shown in above images and attach to Pedestal (Torque using (8) M6 Allen Head Screws = 10-12 Nm) using a ratchet or angle screwdriver. BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 33 Fig. 27 – Side Access Panel and Conduit Hole location Open the side access panel by removing (4) M5 CSK Screw to get access to the conduit hole. (Conduit hole size is 2”, therefore 1 ½" conduit is recommended.) BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 34 Charge on Fig. 28 – Open Front Enclosure Unlock the Front Enclosure using 8mm Key. Fit the conduit to the Rear Enclosure Fig. 29 – Attach conduit fitting BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 35 Fig. 30 – Attach conduit fitting Affix conduit to the Rear Enclosure as shown in above image. Fig. 31 – Input cable routing Route the Input cable through the conduit and reattach the side access panel. BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 36 Reattach the pedestal back plate to the pedestal. Fig. 33 – Reattach pedestal back plate. Affix all the above highlighted (14) Pedestal Back plate fasteners by using M5 Allen Head CSK Screws (Torque = 5-6 Nm) BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 37: Final Installation With Pedestal Mount

    Assemble the complete charger as shown in the diagram below: Fig. 34 – Final Assembly of S9 Device with Pedestal Proceed to section 5.5 (CONECTING TO INPUT POWER) for instructions on connecting the AC input wiring. BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 38: Installing Charger With Wall Mount

    5.4.1. Wall Mount Installation Follow the diagram below for installing the head unit with wall mount. Fig. 35 – Wall Mount Dimensions By using above template dimensions make Anchor holes (Ø.5” Inch) on wall to fix wall mount BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 39: Head Unit Installation On Wall Mount

    5.4.2. Head Unit Installation on Wall Mount Fig. 37 – Head Unit mounting bolts After unwrapping the Head unit take off the above Red highlighted 8x M6 Allen Head Metric Screws from the Head unit. BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 40 Charge on Fig. 38 – Attach Wall Bracket Affix Wall Mount Bracket to the Head Unit Using M6x20mm Allen Screws with Plain Washer Fig. 39 – Hanging Head Unit to Wall Mount BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 41 Lock the Head Unit after mounting it to the wall mount with (2) M6x30mm Allen cap screws + spring washer on output cable side as shown in above image (Torque 8-10Nm). Fig. 41 – Conduit hole location BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 42 Locate conduit hole in the rear of the enclosure (Conduit hole size is 2”, therefore 1 ½" conduit is recommended). Fig. 42 – Open Front Enclosure Unlock the Front Enclosure using provided 8mm Key. Fit the conduit to the Rear Enclosure Fig. 43 – Attach conduit fitting BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 43 Affix conduit to the Rear Enclosure and route the input cable through the conduit. Ensure at least 18” of wire extends out of the conduit. Fig. 44 – Attach Conduit Cover After attaching the conduit, install the conduit cover using 2x M6x30mm Allen cap screws with spring washer (Torque 8-10Nm). BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 44: Final Installation With Wall Mount

    5.4.3. Final Installation with Wall Mount Fig. 45 – Charger with Wall Mount Dimensions Fig. 46 – Final Assembly with Wall Mount Proceed to Section 5.5 (CONNECTING TO INPUT POWER) for instructions on connecting the AC input wiring BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 45: Connecting Input Power

    Follow the diagram below for connecting the charger to 3-Phase AC input power. Fig. 47 – Input Power Diagram 1. 277/480V Circuit breaker panel 2. Power Input cable in conduit (3P + N + PE) 3. S9 DC30 Charger 4. Electric vehicle 5. Parking space for charging BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 46: Connecting To Ac Input Power

    Remove the plastic cover from the AC input wiring terminal block. Connect (3P + N) wires to the corresponding terminals on the terminal block (torque = 3 Nm). Replace the plastic cover. BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 47 Remove the large plexiglass shield (6x M4 screws). Connect the Ground/PE wire to the Ground Bus (torque = 4 Nm). Replace the plexiglass shield. Fig. 50 – Input Ground wire connection Close the Front Enclosure and lock using the provided 8mm key. BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 48: Commissioning Instructions

    If required, the program manager modifies the configuration parameters – Serial #, Volts and Amperage, and Access type. The program manager also assigns the station to the designated organization. BAExxxxxx Serial Number Volts Amperage “New Organization Name” Organizatio Open Access Type Table 7 – Configuration parameters BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 49: Activation

    7. Verify continuity between Neutral and PE 8. Measure Resistance between the DC+ and DC- on DCFC output EV connector(s) >1MΩ 9. Measure Resistance between DC+ and PE, and DC- and PE on DCFC output EV connector(s) >1MΩ BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 50: Initial Power-Up Sequence

    8. Close and lock DCFC Front Enclosure 6.4.3. System Initialization • When the charger is powered on, it starts with the “Blink” Initializing page. • The image below will be displayed on the screen after powering on and when the system is being initialized (Fig.

  • Page 51: Idle State

    • There is a total of (5) five idle pages in the rotating cycle as shown below (Fig. 52 – 56) Fig. 52 – Idle screen plugin request Fig. 53 – Idle screen authorization request BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.
  • Page 52 Charge on Fig. 54 – Idle screen authorization request Fig. 55 – Idle screen QR code BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 53: Operating Instructions

    From the idle pages the user can authorize the system for charging. • Authorization of the station can be done via RFID card, mobile app, mobile number, QR code (when using the Blink app) or credit card Note: Optional credit card reader is required to use credit card. •...
  • Page 54 Note: For Tesla drivers, please use the Tesla CCS1 adapter. • Fig. 57 demonstrates a system that has been plugged in and waiting for authorization. Fig. 57 – EV Plugged in Fig. 58 – Authorizing BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 55: System Charging

    The charging page will display the current rate, time connected, kilowatt-hours consumed, battery state-of-charge (SoC), and current wattage transfer rate. • The display updates as the session continues. • Fig. 59 shows an active charging session. Fig. 59 – Active Charging display BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 56: Charging Completed

    When the station is in a standby state Authenticating Breathing Aqua When the station is authorizing the charging session Charging Solid Blue During a charging session Fault Solid Red Whenever an error is encountered Table 9 – Operation Status Indicators BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 57: Use Of Emergency Button

    • If there is water intruding into the DC Fast Charger, please cut off the power source immediately and contact Blink customer success team for repair. • Please record the status code number (if any) on the LCD monitor before calling customer support.

  • Page 58: Maintenance Instructions

    Electric Code. 2. Power ON the external circuit breaker(s) and ensure AC input voltages are within acceptable limits. 3. After closing the charger, ensure the LCD display and LEDs are lit and functioning normally. BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 59: Cleaning

    (depending on environmental conditions). • Filters can be replaced, and accessibility as described below. The filters are inside the filter cartridge. Contact Blink support for spare filter parts. Fig. 62 – Air vent assemblies BlinkCharging.com...
  • Page 60 2. M4x12mm (about 0.47 inch) CSK Socket Head Screws (Qty 20) 3. Head Unit 4. Vent Assembly Left Fig. 63 – Air filter assembly 1. Vent assembly 2. Air filter 3. Air filter cover 4. M4x6mm (about 0.24 in) Allen head screws (Qty 8) BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    Fig. 64 – Error status message • Contact Blink customer success team with status codes for troubleshooting any issue 8.4. Error Message or Codes The following table provides the list of commonly used error message codes displayed on the charger.
  • Page 62 Power module error GF 0001 GFCI_FLAG_TRIP_EVENT GF 0002 GFCI_FLAG_GROUND_TEST_FAIL GF 0004 GFCI_FLAG_TRIP_EVENT_ON_CLOSURE GF 0008 GFCI_FLAG_TRIP_EVENT_MAX_COUNT_EXCEEDE GF 0010 GFCI_FLAG_RELAY_CLOSE_FAIL GF 0040 GFCI_FLAG_RELAY_OPEN_FAIL GF 0080 GFCI_FLAG_WELDED GF 0200 GFCI_FLAG_CLOSE_RELAY GF 0400 GFCI_FLAG_RELAY_IS_CLOSED GF 0800 GFCI_FLAG_GROUND_CONNECTION_FAIL GF 1000 GFCI_FLAG_GROUND_TEST_COMPLETED BlinkCharging.com ©2023 Blink Network, LLC.

  • Page 63: Limited Warranty

    Charge) charger (station) purchased from Blink or one of Blink’s authorized distributors or resellers. The Warranty shall cover the station from any manufacturer and/or workmanship defects for the period specified at the time of purchase. Upon verification of a valid warranty claim, Blink shall repair the station.

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