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  • Page 1 8EM5907-0AA01-3AA0...
  • Page 2 Introduction Safety instructions SICHARGE D Description Charging station SICHARGE D ERK Operation of SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual Error messages and remedy Declaration of Conformity Legal information regarding calibration law List of abbreviations and definitions 03/2024 A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 3 Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Danger to life and damage to property due to loose power connections......2.4.7 Residual charge in capacitors.................... Dangers from electric fields....................18 2.5.1 Pacemakers/implants......................18 2.5.2 Electromagnetic fields....................... 18 Safety sign........................19 Identification of the device....................21 Safety loop and emergency stop..................22 SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 5 3.2.6 Charging plug and charging plug holder................29 3.2.7 DC meters......................... 30 Charging points........................ 34 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK......................36 Safety instructions......................36 Starting the charging process.................... 37 Monitoring the charging process..................43 Stopping the charging process..................44 Calling the help function....................45 Integrity check........................

  • Page 6: Introduction

    About this Operating Manual This Operating Manual contains the information needed for the intended use and safe operation of the SICHARGE D ERK charging station. This Operating Manual is primarily intended for the operator of the charging station. Storing the Operating Manual The Operating Manual is an integral part of the product and an essential component of the product safety concept.

  • Page 7: Basic Information

    • EVCC ID (MAC address of the on-board communication controller) (if AUTOCHARGE authorization method is set) This data is only available to the manufacturer in pseudonymized form and is processed, transmitted and stored within the framework of the legal provisions. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    Connection to the ground rod required The charging station must be connected to a ground rod. The ground rod is connected to the PE rail inside the charging station using a PE cable. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 9 Alterations to the device The operating instructions describe all permissible alterations to the charging station. Any other modification that is not part of this or any other official Siemens document is not permitted. This applies to both electrical modifications (connecting, disconnecting or swapping connections of electrical devices, etc.) and mechanical modifications (e.g.

  • Page 10: Qualified Personnel

    Electrical engineering work (in particular installation, commissioning, and maintenance) may only be carried out by trained Siemens personnel. To do this, complete the training prescribed by the manufacturer. In addition, this work may only be carried out by qualified electricians themselves or under the direction and supervision of a qualified electrician.

  • Page 11: Protection Against Unauthorized Opening

    The charging station is supplied with replaceable lock cylinders (standard half cylinders (10/30) according to DIN 18252) and matching keys. In the "Locking system & replacing the lock cylinders" section of the SICHARGE D operating instructions, you will find detailed instructions on how to replace the lock cylinders.

  • Page 12: Fall Arrester

    • Note the weight of the charging station. • Only transport the charging station in a vertical position. • The forks of the forklift must protrude at the rear of the transport pallet. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 13: Work Areas

    The rope box of the cable management system is constantly under spring tension. The rope box is a partly completed machine. Only use the rope box if it is professionally installed and covered with the cover. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 14: Moving Parts

    Electrostatic charges or heat generated during charging can ignite explosive and flammable liquids. Fire hazard In the event of a fire, leave the danger zone. Do not use the charging station in the event of fire. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 15: Dangers Due To Electrical Current

    • Never exceed the limit values of the technical data during transport, storage and operation. • Check the charging cables, charging plugs, and grounding for tampering, damage, and foreign matter. • Never use damaged devices or parts. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 16: Electric Shock Due To Lack Of Grounding

    • Inform persons no longer required that the work is completed and no further work is permitted. • Withdraw persons who are no longer required. • Remove all tools, equipment and aids that have been used. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 17: Hazards Due To Lack Of Grounding

    These high voltages can result in injury or death. Therefore, always connect the ground connection or protective conductor first. Comply with the country- specific guidelines. Increased leakage currents occur with SICHARGE D. When connecting, use the following minimum cross-sections: • Copper: ≥ 10 mm •...

  • Page 18: Dangers From Electric Fields

    Generic standards – Emission standard for residential, commercial and light-industrial environments, 2007 • EN 62311:2008: Evaluation of electrical and electronic equipment with respect to limiting human exposure to electromagnetic fields (0 Hz to 300 GHz), 2008 SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 19: Safety Sign

    Warning of dangerous voltage Warning of high leakage current Warning of hot surface Safety sign on the rope box Safety sign Meaning Warning of highly prestressed coil spring Do not open the housing SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 20 Safety instructions 2.6 Safety sign Information signs on the nameplate Safety sign Meaning Please note that only qualified electricians are permitted to install the device. Read the information contained in the product documentation. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 21: Identification Of The Device

    (see figure "Position of the nameplates"). The nameplate also contains the identification data of the device, information about the manufacturer and the CE marking. Figure 2-1  Nameplate positions SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 22: Safety Loop And Emergency Stop

    Information on the nameplate You can find the following information on the nameplate of the charging station: Figure 2-2  SICHARGE D nameplate (example) Safety loop and emergency stop The Emergency Stop of the charging station is triggered when the safety loop of the charging station is interrupted.

  • Page 23: Industrial Security

    The charging station is back in normal operating mode. Industrial Security Siemens AG offers products and solutions with Industrial Security functions that support the secure operation of plants, systems, machines and networks. Implement and maintain the industrial security concept In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is necessary to implement –...
  • Page 24 Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more secure. Siemens strongly recommends that updates be applied as soon as they are available and that the latest hardware and software versions be used. Using versions that are obsolete or are no longer supported can increase the risk of cyber threats.

  • Page 25: Description

    The SICHARGE D charging station is designed for rapid charging of electric vehicles. The charging station supports the DC charging standard CCS. This means that nearly all vehicle models from various manufacturers can be charged quickly and efficiently. The SICHARGE D charging station is characterized by its modularity and platform principle.
  • Page 26 • Company parking lots Compatibility Only vehicles that meet the following standards can be charged at the charging station: Table 3-1  Compatibility overview Type Standards CCS 2 IEC 61851-23 IEC 62196 Mode 4 ISO 15118 Communication IEC 61851-24 ISO 15118 SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 27: Display Elements And Operator Controls

    Figure 3-1  Display elements and operator controls of the charging station NOTE Displays relevant to German calibration law If your charging station is an ERK variant, then the public key displays relevant to German calibration law are at positions ⑤ + ⑩. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 28: Touch Screen

    The processes of the transaction are shown on the touch screen of the charging station or on the display of the credit card terminal. For information on commissioning and operation of the credit card terminal, refer to document 8EM5907-0AA00-7AA4 Credit card payment (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/de/view/109814747/en). SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 29: Charging Plug And Charging Plug Holder

    As a result, the plug contacts are protected from mechanical damage and environmental influences. Charging plug and charging plug holder are parts that are subject to wear. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 30: Dc Meters

    The amount of energy delivered can be read on the DC meter. For information about the contents displayed, refer to the operating instructions of the DC meter you are using. You can find the device type in the BOM of your charging station. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 31 DC meter you are using. You can find the device type in the BOM of your charging station. The following figure explains the screen contents of the DC meter. The displays switch automatically after 20 s. Figure 3-2  DC meter ERK display for LEMAPIv1 SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 32 Cable compensation level EVSE ID input • Delivered energy (current charging process) • Client ID Note: This screen is visible when the SC parameter of the start transaction confirms the corresponding condition • Delivered energy (current charging process) SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 33 • Time at the end of the transaction • Total duration of the transaction • Delivered energy (charging completed) • Time synchronization status for transaction • Synchronization mode • Delivered energy (charging completed) SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 34: Charging Points

    375 A/500 A peak (uncooled) 500 A (cooled) Rated voltage 1000 V DC Cable outer diameter 38 mm (35.7 ± 0.4) mm Operating cycles > 10,000 Insertion and withdrawal force < 100 N * Valid when ambient temperatures ≤ 40 °C SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 35 The DC charging cables have an integrated temperature sensor in the plug. The evaluation of these values ensures increased protection and secure transfer of the charging power. Proper and safe use is ensured. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 36: Operation Of Sicharge D Erk

    Operation of SICHARGE D ERK The SICHARGE D charging station is operated via the touch screen. The individual operator options and menu guidance are described in this section. The illustrations may differ slightly depending on the firmware of the device. Safety instructions Observe the following safety instructions for safe operation of the charging station.

  • Page 37: Starting The Charging Process

    Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.2 Starting the charging process Starting the charging process Select language You select the language by tapping on the respective greeting in the desired language. If you tap anywhere in the field, the default language or the most recently selected language will automatically be selected (highlighted in white).
  • Page 38 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.2 Starting the charging process Selecting a charging point After the language selection, the available charging points and their states are displayed. You have two options for selecting a charging point. • Tap on the charging point you want to use to charge your vehicle. The charging points are arranged on the touch screen in the same way as they are on the charging station.
  • Page 39 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.2 Starting the charging process Figure 4-3  Selecting the charging point (view with dispenser) SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 40 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.2 Starting the charging process Authentication Whether or not authentication is required depends on the configuration in the SCB. If no authentication is required, the charging process is free of charge for the user. If authentication is required, 5 independently selectable options are available. Follow the instructions on the touch screen, depending on selection.
  • Page 41 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.2 Starting the charging process • Credit card The credit card reader is located below the touch screen. The credit card terminal is activated when the payment process is ready. The transaction processes are displayed on the touch screen of the charging station or the payment terminal (depending on the model).
  • Page 42 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.2 Starting the charging process Plugging in the charging cable If the charging cable is not yet connected to the vehicle, you are prompted after the authentication to connect the plug to your vehicle. The charging process starts automatically for the CCS and AC Type 2 plug types.

  • Page 43: Monitoring The Charging Process

    Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.3 Monitoring the charging process Monitoring the charging process You can monitor a successfully started charging process via the touch screen. The type and amount of information depends on the charging point and whether tariff information is available from the OCPP backend.

  • Page 44: Stopping The Charging Process

    Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.4 Stopping the charging process Stopping the charging process Automatic stopping The following scenarios result in automatic termination of the charging process: • Vehicle ends charging process regularly • Vehicle detects a fault • Charging station detects an internal critical error •...

  • Page 45: Calling The Help Function

    Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.5 Calling the help function Calling the help function Help can be shown in almost every view by tapping the icon (?) in the upper right corner of the screen. Operators have the option of importing the telephone number of their service hotline via the SCB.

  • Page 46: Integrity Check

    Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check Integrity check 4.6.1 Integrity check of the charging process Checking the integrity Authentication at the charging station is required before the charging process. When the charging process is finished, you can call up the generated measuring data relevant to the calibration law.

  • Page 47: Retrieving Measured Values And Documents

    Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check 4.6.2 Retrieving measured values and documents In case of contract-based charging process, the measuring values and information can be called up via the portal of your contract partner. Your contract partner uses the backend system for this.
  • Page 48 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check Select the charging station 1. Select the "Charging processes" tab 2. Select the "Overview" tab Figure 4-11  Select the charging station SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 49 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check Select the charging process There are two options for selecting the charging process: • Entry of the charging process number of the charging process • Selection of the charging process from the overview list 1.
  • Page 50 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check 3. Click on the download icon Figure 4-14  Digitally signed data The signed measuring data are downloaded and saved locally on your device. More information The Transparency software (Page 55) section describes how the transparency software is used to open and check the files for the charging processes.

  • Page 51: Example Of Receipt Service

    Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check 4.6.3 Example of receipt service The purpose of the receipt service is to provide the infrastructure user with the relevant document data for verification in the case of a non-contract-based charging process. Without...
  • Page 52 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check Description Step-by-step user guide and operating instructions SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 53 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check Description Display of filter results with the following options: - Document data download - Send receipt via email - Copy the signed data (token) - Copy the public key SICHARGE D ERK...
  • Page 54 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check Description Example receipt Blue: Relevant data for filter func­ tion on download platform Purple: Identifier components for the payment process SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 55: Transparency Software

    Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check 4.6.4 Transparency software With the Transparency software, you can check the validity of digitally signed measured values from charging processes. This ensures that the values of the charging process have not been manipulated.
  • Page 56 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check 3. Select the loaded measured values (*.xml) with "Open". The file and signature formats are detected automatically. Figure 4-16  Opening a data record 4. Often a message is displayed that no valid public key has been entered. The public key is entered in the next step.
  • Page 57 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check – From charging current supplier Figure 4-17  Entering the public key 5. Enter the public key of the used charging point of the charging station in the "Public key" field. The verification starts automatically after the entry.
  • Page 58 The following graphic shows the view using the example of a signed data record in the "Data record" tab of the AC charging point of a SICHARGE D charging station. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 59 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check In this example, separated measured values are listed at the beginning and the end of the charging process. All the information relevant to German calibration law is evaluated and displayed here. Figure 4-19  "Data record" tab...
  • Page 60 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check The raw data of the data record is displayed in the "Raw data" tab. Figure 4-20  "Raw data" tab SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 61 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check Negative verification result If there is a negative verification result or a warning, the subsequent procedure is described in the section Notes and complaints (Page 69). Figure 4-21  Non-verified data SICHARGE D ERK...
  • Page 62 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check Verifying the identification medium DC charging process The "Data of the identification medium" line in the "Details" tab first lists the transaction ID of the charging process (unique random number) followed by the ID of the identification medium.
  • Page 63 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check AC charging process The "Data of the identification medium" line in the "Details" tab contains the ID tag. The figure below shows the ID tag "C955EAB3" as an example. Figure 4-23  Identification medium of the AC charging process...
  • Page 64 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check Verification of the firmware version of the charge control The verification of the firmware version of the charge control is relevant for the result verification. The firmware version is responsible for ensuring that the switching measurement coordination is observed.
  • Page 65 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check AC charging process The "Data of the identification medium" line in the "Details" tab contains the ID tag followed by the version ID of the firmware. The figure below shows the ID tag "C955EAB3" and then the firmware version "v2.4.1".
  • Page 66 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check Checking the tariff for credit card payments The tariff, as the basis for billing, is part of the signed data packet. DC charging process In the "Raw data" tab, you will find the billed tariff for this charging process under the XML tag tariff text "TT".
  • Page 67 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 68 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check AC charging process In the "Raw data" tab, under the XNL tag identifier "ID", you will find the billed tariff for this charging process in the last position in the format „idTag:<Identifier>,version:<FW version of the charging station>,evseID:<EVSEID of the charging port>,TT:<billed tariff of the charging...

  • Page 69: Notes And Complaints

    Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check Figure 4-28  Tariff information of the OCMF data tuple as of transparency software V1.3.0 4.6.5 Notes and complaints Procedure in case of a negative verification result The issuer of the Transparency software (S.A.F.E: e.V.) recommends the following procedure: •...
  • Page 70 Operation of SICHARGE D ERK 4.6 Integrity check You, the user, have the right to withhold payments of charging process that were not recorded correctly. The operator can make liability claims in the event of unjustified withholding of payments, e.g. in the event of incorrect operation.

  • Page 71: Error Messages And Remedy

    – Error message "Emergency Stop was triggered" (Page 72) – Error message "Charging station out of service" (Page 73) • Messages in the menu: – Charging point message "Out of operation" (Page 74) – "Connection failed" message (Page 75) SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 72: Error Message "Emergency Stop Was Triggered

    First eliminate the hazardous situation. Make sure that no vehicle is connected with the charging station. If the emergency stop has been triggered by the emergency stop switch, you can revoke the emergency stop via the emergency stop switch. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 73: Error Message "Charging Station Out Of Service

    The operator is informed via a message to the OCPP backend that support from Siemens Service is required. This service can first analyze the problem remotely via the SCB. This message contains additional information about the exact cause of the error.

  • Page 74: Charging Point Message "Out Of Operation

    Shortly after the charging station has been started, the DC charging points are still displayed as "Out of order" until the grouping and the fast shutdown check of the converters is successfully completed. The charging points automatically switch to operational status after passing checks. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 75: Connection Failed" Message

    If the user's own AC charging cable does not lock correctly when plugged in for the first time, then no charging process will start. The user is prompted to replug the charging cable. The following message appears on the touch screen. Figure 5-4  Connection failed SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 76: Declaration Of Conformity

    The SICHARGE D charging station complies with the harmonized European standards (EN) for charging stations published in the official gazettes of the European Union. Safekeeping location of the declaration of conformity Siemens AG has a copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity available for official purposes at the following location: Siemens AG...

  • Page 77: Legal Information Regarding Calibration Law

    Produkt von ihm erhalten und im geschäftlichen Verkehr verwenden, eine elektronische Form einer von der CSA genehmigten Betriebsanleitung zur Verfügung zu stellen. Dabei hat der Verwender dieses Produktes insbesondere auf die Nr. II „Auflagen für den Verwender der Messwerte aus der Ladeeinrichtung“ hinzuweisen. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 78 Angaben zur Bestimmung des Geschäftsvorgangs zugestellt werden, solange dieser hierauf nicht ausdrücklich verzichtet. Die Angaben zur Bestimmung des Geschäftsvorgangs können folgende sein: – Name des EMSP – Start- und Endzeitpunkt des Ladevorgangs – Zahlbetrag – Kreditkartennummer  SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 79 Exemplaren des zu dieser Betriebsanleitung gehörenden Produktes zu ermöglichen. 10. Alle vorgenannten Pflichten gelten für den EMSP als Messwerteverwender im Sinne von § 33 MessEG auch dann, wenn er die Messwerte aus den Ladeeinrichtungen über einen Roaming-Dienstleister bezieht. SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 80 Legal information regarding calibration law See also Eichamt Path (https://eichamt. de/path/app/?rq_AppGuid=DA9E31799DA734E3974D50F131E0C835701C1DA1&rq_TargetP­ ageGuid=0DF2EE297C304EDBF3036E53391A25EC410CD4B6&rq_RecId=3338&rq_Layout=E­ ichamt.de#{4}) Eichamt (https://eichamt.de) SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 81: List Of Abbreviations And Definitions

    Charging station management system Switching matrix DC distribution system for dynamic power distribu­ tion to the individual charging outlets Dispenser A (DC) charging point that is remote (distributed) from the charging station and is non-autonomous SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...

  • Page 82: Index

    Terms, 81 Declaration of Conformity, 76 Emergency stop Error message, 72 Error message Emergency stop, 72 Industrial Security, 23 Intended use, 8 Nameplate, 21 Operation Safety instructions, 36 Product overview, 25 Qualified personnel, 10 SICHARGE D ERK Operating Manual, 03/2024, A5E53641548-AA...
  • Page 83 More information https://www.siemens.com/emobility Siemens Aktiengesellschaft Smart Infrastructure eMobility Siemenspromenade 10 91058 Erlangen, Germany...

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