Siemens VersiCharge AC Installation And Operation Manual
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- Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATIONS MANUAL VersiCharge ™ Electric vehicle charging station June 2024 VersiCharge™ Blue VersiCharge™ AC Buy American Compliant (with 25-foot cable)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual Table of Contents Contact Information FCC Compliance ISED Compliance Other Information 1 Safety Information Read this First Hazard Categories and Special Symbols Safety Instructions (General and Specific) 1.4 Instructions Pertaining to a Risk of Fire or Electric Shock 1.5 Code and Standard References 1.6 Product Labels Definitions... - Page 3 Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC 3.2.2 Circuit Requirements 3.3 VersiCharge Units with a Remote Control Interface (Commercial Units) 3.4 SIM Card Installation – If Not Factory-Installed (Commercial Cellular Units Only) 3.5 Ethernet Connection – (Commercial and Smart Residential Units) 3.6 General Ethernet Network Connection Illustration 3.7 Modbus Communications Setup 3.7.1 Modbus RTU Connection –...
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Page 4: Contact Information
Product information is subject to change without notice. All trademarks are recognized as the property of their respective owners. For Siemens VersiCharge™ Warranty Terms and Conditions, see Section 10 of this manual. © 2024 Siemens Industry, Inc. All rights reserved. -
Page 5: Safety Information
SECTION 1 Safety Information 1.1 Read this First This manual contains instructions for use during the installation, operation and maintenance of the Siemens VersiCharge™ electric vehicle charging station. 1.2 Hazard Categories and Special Symbols Read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become familiar with the equipment before trying to install, operate, service or maintain it. -
Page 6: Safety Instructions (General And Specific)
Will cause death or serious injury. Turn off power to this equipment before working inside. • Read this Installation and Operations Manual in its entirety prior to installing, maintaining, servicing or replacing a Siemens VersiCharge EV Charging System. • Permits: Be aware that many areas require special permits and/or utility approvals to install EV charging equipment. -
Page 7: Code And Standard References
• This VersiCharge has been designated to meet the requirements in section 625 of the National Electric Code (NEC®). • UL Listing with Listing Number – Siemens VersiCharge devices are listed in UL file #E348556. • Complies with the following UL Standards: UL 1998, UL 991, UL2594/CSA C22.2 No.280/NMX-J-677-ANCE, UL 2231-1/CSA C22.2 No.281.1/NMX-J-668-1, UL 2231-2/CSA C22.2 No.281.2/NMX-J-668/2-ANCE and UL 2251/CSA C22.2 No.282/NMX-J-678-ANCE. -
Page 8: Product Labels
• Charging Circuit Interrupting Device (CCID): The Siemens VersiCharge line of EV Charging Systems includes a CCID. The CCID is required by UL Standard 2231 and is designed to detect ground faults within the system and disconnect power from the downstream conductors when a fault is detected. -
Page 9: Grounding Requirements
Specific system parameters must be met for proper connections with Siemens EVSEs. In wye systems, as depicted in the below images, connect the Siemens EVSE to any two lines. In delta systems, Siemens EVSEs should only be connected to L1 and L2 in a bonded, center-tapped secondary. -
Page 10: Mounting Instructions
VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual SECTION 2 Mounting Instructions Visit usa.siemens.com/versicharge for additional manuals and information. 2.1 Equipment List 2.1.1 Kit-Supplied Equipment • 1 – VersiCharge (with optional NEMA 6-50 infrastructure plug for 40 A residential units only) •... -
Page 11: Alternate Installation Equipment
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC • NEMA 6-50 outlet (if not hardwiring charger) NOTICE Only used with the 40 A residential charger. • 7/16” socket wrench • Flathead screwdriver NOTICE If using the wallboard mounting (alternate mounting) for the charger, a Phillips head screwdriver will also be needed. -
Page 12: Mounting Using A Stud - Recommended Stud Mounting
• For concrete cinder block walls, install appropriate anchors. If using an existing outlet, ensure that the power cord will reach to the outlet. Mount in compliance with NEC® and local jurisdiction requirements. • For Siemens post installation, see the post instruction manual at usa.siemens.com/versichargecommercial, under the Installation section. -
Page 13: Alternate Mounting - Wallboard Mounting
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC 2.3 Alternate Mounting - Wallboard Mounting (use mounting holes on four corners) Figure 2A. Alternate installation of the VersiCharge mounting Figure 2B. Alternate installation of the VersiCharge mounting NOTICE For installation, the mounting-bracket hinges will be pointing to the ceiling and the flat side of the bracket will be against the wall. -
Page 14: Install Versicharge
VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual 2.4 Install VersiCharge Figure 3A. Slide the VersiCharge onto the mounting hinges. Figure 3B. Slide the VersiCharge onto the mounting hinges. If hardwiring the unit, see the Hardwire Installation section of this manual. Slide the VersiCharge on to the hinges. -
Page 15: Secure Charger And Install Cable Holster
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC 2.5 Secure Charger and Install Cable Holster Secure Charger with 1 Tamper-resistant Screw Threaded insert 3rd Security Screw - Factory Installed Secure the holster to the wall with 1 #8 x 2-1/2” Flat Head Drywall Screw Figure 5A. -
Page 16: Check The System
LED Light Display table in section 8.1. Siemens Sifinity Go mobile app (for installations with 10 or less chargers per account): Download the Sifinity Go mobile app to your smartphone to get started using your charger. Find these applications at either... -
Page 17: For Professional Electricians
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC SECTION 3 For Professional Electricians 3.1 Outlet Installation Instructions (skip if using an existing outlet) DANGER Hazardous voltage. Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury. Turn off power supplying equipment before working inside the unit. DANGER Hazardous voltage. -
Page 18: Removing The Cord-And-Plug Assembly For Hardwiring
VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual WARNING When installed outdoors, cord-and-plug installations require a NEMA outdoor rated receptacle and enclosure due to the risk of moisture. Installing outdoors without properly rated outdoor receptacles and enclosures will void the VersiCharge warranty. 3.1.1 Removing the Cord-and-Plug Assembly for Hardwiring (Only for the Plug-Supplied 40 A Units) Plug removal is only for the plug-supplied 40 A units;... -
Page 19: Amperage Adjustment
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC P1 - Black Hot/Power P2 - Green Ground/Earth P-3 - Red Hot/Power Ferrite Core Figure 8. Hardwire the VersiCharge 11. Replace the high voltage door. 12. Swing the unit closed until the bracket clip engages and secure the charger with the tamper-resistant security screws. 13. -
Page 20: Dial Settings
VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual Figure 9A. Amperage dial setting Figure 9B. Amperage dial setting The VersiCharge comes set to the maximum of the model purchased. For example, a 40 A model will come with the amperage adjustment switch set to 4, and a 48 A unit amperage adjustment switch will be set to 5. Verify the required amperage adjustment switch setting based on the branch circuit protection (see the table below). -
Page 21: Circuit Requirements
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC Amperage Settings Switch Position Amperage NOTE: Do not set the switch above the 40 A unless hardwired via the dedicated 60 A branch protection. Settings: 0 - 4 amperage adjustment settings are used for the 40 A charger (Note: the #5 position will cause a bad switch fault for the 40 A charger) and 0 - 5 amperage adjustment settings are used for the 48 A charger. - Page 22 Do not hook up 120/240 V to these connections. The Siemens VersiCharge has a Remote Control Interface that allows charging to be controlled by an external device by wiring a remote control interface to pins #7 and #9. Examples include demand response switches, building automation systems, digital sensors, and so on.
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Page 23: Sim Card Installation - If Not Factory-Installed (Commercial Cellular Units Only)
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC DANGER Explosion hazard. Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury. This equipment has arcing or sparking parts that should not be exposed to flammable vapors. This equipment should be installed at Steps 5 through 9 are only applicable to specific m least 18 inches above the floor or ground level. -
Page 24: Ethernet Connection - (Commercial And Smart Residential Units)
(download the VersiCharge Configurator Tool ([PC application] or Sifinity Go mobile app at usa.siemens.com/versicharge). Note that the PC tool is only used for configuring - Sifinity Go mobile app is used for configuring AND monitoring. -
Page 25: General Ethernet Network Connection Illustration
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC 3.6 General Ethernet Network Connection Illustration EV Cloud Service / Building Management VersiCharge Cellular Charger Control System Figure 13. General Ethernet network connection illustration 3.7 Modbus Communications Setup Using the Modbus RTU protocol. VersiCharge chargers can act as Modbus non-cellular devices, making any real-time data available through the Modbus RTU protocol. -
Page 26: Modbus Termination Switch Settings - (Commercial Cellular/Non-Cellular Units)
VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual NOTICE This enclosure has not been evaluated for rigid metallic and rigid non-metallic conduit. In order to maintain a Type 4 UL50E environmental rating, a hardwired installation should use liquid tight flexible conduit only, with con-duit glands rated UL Type 4, 4X, 6 or 6P. Push the external Modbus RTU cable through the rubberized cable gland at the back of the charger (this will self-seal). -
Page 27: Modbus Termination Switch Settings - (Commercial Non-Cellular Units Only)
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC 3.7.3 Modbus Termination Switch Settings – (Commercial Non-Cellular Units Only) Figure 16A. Termination switch setting for non-cellular units only Figure 16B. Termination switch setting for non-cellular units only SW3-2 (right side), labelled RS485 Term, is the termination switch. For the non-cellular units, the termination switch must be set to OFF;... - Page 28 VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual RS-485 Connection methods to avoid Any device connection that causes a branch in the main RS-485 Modbus cable should be avoided. This includes star and tee (T) methods. These wiring methods cause signal reflections that may result in interference. No more than two cables should be connected at any connection point on the RS-485 Modbus daisy chain.
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Page 29: Rfid Setup (Commercial Units Only)
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC SECTION 4 RFID Setup (Commercial Units Only) RFID Cards supported by VersiCharge Cards Family Memory Security Protocol Support MIFARE Classic 1K, 4K Crypto1 ISO14443A Part 1-3 MIFARE Plus 1K, 2K,4K AES, Crypto1 ISO14443A Part 1-4 MIFARE DESFire 2K, 4K, 8K AES, 3DES... -
Page 30: Application Setup
The following process links your VersiCharge to your chosen wireless network, enabling communication with the Siemens Cloud network. • Follow the next steps to add a charger to your account. - Page 31 • Once in AP mode, you may use your Sifinity Go mobile app or your laptop to commission the VersiCharge to a network with an open internet connection to establish connection to the Siemens VersiCloud system for management and to receive periodic charger updates.
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Page 32: Configure/Commission Versicharge - Using The Configurator Tool
• Unzip the Configuration Tool and install. Follow the steps for the configuration of VersiCharge. Use the manual for any questions. 6.1 Required Open Ports (for IEC and UL) Note that these open ports are required for communication with the Siemens Device Management and logging server: Application Instance... -
Page 33: Hmi
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC SECTION 7 5 13 Visual HMI Elements 1. Status LED - Power On 2. Status LED - Car Connected, Cold Start 3. Status LED - Charging 4. Status LED - Fault 5. Wi-FI LED 6. - Page 34 • Once in AP mode, you may use your Sifinity Go mobile app or your laptop to commission the VersiCharge to a network with an open internet connection to establish connection to the Siemens VersiCloud system for management and to receive periodic charger updates.
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Page 35: Operating Versicharge
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC SECTION 8 Operating VersiCharge 8.1 LED Light Display Display Description Action Normal Operation Charger is locked. Pass the RFID card in front of the reader to unlock and begin charging. Applicable to commercial units, only if RFID is enabled. - Page 36 VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual Display Description Action Normal Operation Charger is connected to router. Strong Wi-Fi. Lights up green Attempting to connect to VersiCloud. Flashes blue Ready (with successful connection and registration in VersiCloud) Lights up white Access blocked Unlock via RFID / OCPP / Modbus / Sifinity Go mobile app.
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Page 37: Troubleshooting
If the LED faults on the Siemens VersiCharge begin to flash after the unit has already been commissioned, attempt to resolve the issue by power cycling the unit. If the LEDs continue to flash after power cycling the Siemens VersiCharge, the unit must be returned to Siemens for replacement. Please fill out a support ticket at usa.siemens.com/createcase... -
Page 38: Versicharge Operation
VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual 8.2 VersiCharge Operation Safety instructions during the charging process DANGER Risk of electric shock and fire. Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury. Touching live parts may cause electric shock or even death. Defective connectors or cables may cause fire. -
Page 39: Start Charging - Rfid Feature
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC Set a delay by using the Sifinity Go mobile app. Delays can be set for 2, 4, 6 or 8 hours. The LED bar display indicates that current is flowing to the vehicle and the vehicle battery is charging. The LED bar display is off in the following cases: •... -
Page 40: Maintenance
VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual SECTION 9 Maintenance While there is no maintenance for the internal works of the VersiCharge, the exterior does require some basic, common-sense maintenance. The following maintenance can be performed by the owner/user. All other service must be conducted by qualified personnel. -
Page 41: Warranty
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC SECTION 10 Warranty LEGAL NOTICE: Please access the product warranties at the following: VersiCharge™: https://assets.new.siemens.com/siemens/assets/api/uuid:aa957eb2-0e18-4983-a559-6c9a30851e1d/SIE-B40053-00-4AUS-VersiCharge- AC-Limited-Warranty.pdf VersiCharge Blue™: https://assets.new.siemens.com/siemens/assets/api/uuid:3861e648-9b33-4f4f-9f52-73f04b8fe4b7/SIE-B40058-00-4AUS-VersiCharge- Blue-AC-Limited-Warranty.pdf Post and accessories: Use of this product indicates acceptance of these terms and non-compliance may void the warranty. -
Page 42: Help
VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual SECTION 11 Help! Call us any time, any day, at +1 (855) 950-6339, option 9, or contact us at https://siemens-smartinfrastructure.force.com/SI/s/ createcase. -
Page 43: Technical Data
48 A 8EM13155CG141GF2 versions Back-end protocol: OCPP 1.6, upgradeable to OCPP 2.0.1 Data plans, accessories and bundled packages for chargers: Siemens offers chargers with data plans, posts and bundled solutions for customer convenience. See table below: Description Catalog Number Multi-carrier pooled data plan: 1-year data plan, 1 GB capped monthly bandwidth (supports one cellular charger and one US2:DATA1YRMULTI non-cellular charger). - Page 44 VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual Description Catalog Numbers VersiCharge dual post: 72 inches tall (side by side), with dual cable retraction system for 20-foot charging cable. US2:VCPOSTCR2S VersiCharge single post: 72 inches tall, with cable retraction for 20-foot charging cable. Comes with installation kit US2:VCPOSTCR1S and includes a 1-year warranty.
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Page 45: Appendix A - Useful Links
• Find the following at usa.siemens.com/versichargecommercial: - Configure your VersiCharge - VersiCharge Frequently Asked Questions - UL VersiCharge AC Series Post Installation Manual - Open Source Report: Product clearing report for third-party SW components - End User License Agreement (EULA) -
Page 46: Appendix B - Wiring Schematics For Versicharge 40 A And 48 A Versicharge Units
VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual APPENDIX B Wiring Schematics for VersiCharge 40 A and 48 A VersiCharge Units VersiCharge Hardwired Models Dedicated 2-pole 50 A / 60 A common trip branch circuit breaker Figure 20. Hardwire installation schematic for advanced 40 A / 48 A unit NOTICE Follow local and national codes where applicable for rating supply equipment to the EVSE based on the charger's amp adjustment switch. -
Page 47: Appendix C - Hardwire Bending Diagrams
Installation and Operations Manual | VersiCharge™ AC APPENDIX C Hardwire Bending Diagrams VersiCharge ™ Power Wire Bending Diagram Applicable to hardwired units only. P1 - Black Hot/Power P2 - Green Ground/Earth P3 - White Hot/Power A full-size wire bending diagram is supplied in the box. Locate the diagram, place the cable (22AWG [.64mm]) being wired to the unit on it, and bend the wires to match the diagram. - Page 48 VersiCharge™ AC | Installation and Operations Manual Hardwire Bending Diagrams Residential variants...
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- Page 52 This document contains a general description of available technical options only and its effectiveness will be subject to specific variables, Siemens Industry, Inc. including field conditions and project parameters. Siemens does not 3617 Parkway Ln. make representations, warranties, or assurances as to the accuracy or Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 completeness of the content contained herein.
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