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- Page 1 Installation Guide Smart EV Charger For North America Version 1.0...
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Page 2: Disclaimers
The material furnished in this document is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, SolarEdge assumes no responsibility for the use of this material. SolarEdge reserves the right to make changes to the material at any time and without notice. You may refer to the SolarEdge web site (https://www.solaredge.com/us/) for the most... -
Page 3: Fcc Compliance
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0... -
Page 4: Revision History
Revision History Revision History Version 1.0 , December 2019 - first release Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Removing the Smart EV Charger Covers Disconnecting the AC Plug Directly Connecting the AC Grid to the Smart EV Charger Connecting the Smart EV Charger to the Single phase inverter with HD-Wave technology Closing the Smart EV Charger Covers Chapter 6: Professional Installer - Setting Up Communication... - Page 6 Configuring the Smart EV Charger Configuring Communication Options Viewing Communication Status Chapter 8: Errors and Troubleshooting Appendix A: Professional Installer - Connecting the Smart EV Charger to an Energy Meter Energy Meter DIP Switches Mechanical Specifications Technical Specifications - Smart EV Charger (North America) Support Contact Information Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0...
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Page 7: Handling And Safety Instructions
Ne pas dépasser une telle note avant que les conditions requises soient totallement comprises et accomplies. NOTE Denotes additional information about the current subject. IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE Denotes information about safety issues. Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0... -
Page 8: Risk Of Fire And Electric Shock Prevention Important Safety Instructions
électriques, y compris les mesures indiquées ici. Ce manuel contient d’importantes instructions à suivre au moment de l’installation, de l’utilisation et de l’entretien de l’appareil. a. Lire toutes les instructions avant d’utiliser ce produit. Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0... - Page 9 WARNING! Before operating the Smart EV Charger, ensure that the Smart EV Charger is grounded properly. This product must be connected to a grounded, metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the product.
- Page 10 RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK PREVENTION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! The Smart EV Charger must be connected to a dedicated AC branch circuit with a maximum Overcurrent Protection Device (OCPD) of 50A. WARNING! Le chargeur EV intelligent doit être connecté à un circuit AC dedié avec un protecteur de surtension de 50A.
- Page 11 Ce chargeur pour Véhicule électrique est fourni avec un interrupteur de moniteur d’isolation (IMI) pour la protection contre les défauts à la terre NOTE The Smart EV Charger is NEMA type 3R rated . Unused conduit entry and glands should be sealed with appropriate seals. NOTE ...
- Page 12 à la qualité de la mise à la terre. Ne pas modifier la fiche qui équipe le produit – si elle ne convient pas à la prise, faire installer une prise appropriée par un électricien qualifié. Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0...
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Page 13: Smart Ev Charging Safety Instructions
Ne pas utiliser pas ce produit si l'appareil est endommagé. CAUTION! Do not use an extension cord between the Smart EV Charger Cable and the Smart EV Charger. You may use a conversion adapter only if it has been approved by SolarEdge. -
Page 14: Chapter 1: Introduction To Smart Ev Charger
(EV). It provides Level 2 EV charging from the AC and the PV system, and is designed to work with all plug-in vehicles with J1772 (Type 1) socket. The Smart EV Charger is also used for hanging the Smart EV Charger cable, protecting the plug from rain when not plugged into the vehicle. -
Page 15: Packages Contents And Required Equipment
Chapter 1: Introduction to Smart EV Charger 14 Packages Contents and Required Equipment Smart EV Charger Package Smart EV Charger Station Smart EV Charger mounting bracket and tightening screws EV Cable Package EV Cable EV Cable Locker Required Equipment Screwdriver Unibit Drill... -
Page 16: Chapter 2: Connectors And Interfaces
Chapter 2: Connectors and Interfaces Figure 2: Smart EV Charger connectors and interfaces Smart EV Charger cable connector: Used for connecting the cable to the Smart EV Charger AC plug :Used for plugging the Smart EV Charger into the wall socket... -
Page 17: Buzzer
Chapter 2: Connectors and Interfaces 16 Plug holder: Holds the plug when not being used. Smart EV Charger LED ring indicator: Indicates the Smart EV Charger statuses as described in the following table: Color Description No AC power ON - Error... -
Page 18: Main Procedures
8" from the top and sides of the Smart EV Charger At least 18" from the bottom of the Smart EV Charger if installing it indoors, 24” if outdoors. If you are connecting the Smart EV Charger directly to the AC leave sufficient clearance for the conduit as well. - Page 19 To connect the Smart EV charger cable: 1. Align the two white arrows on the Smart EV charger cable connector with the white dot on the Smart EV Charger connector located at the bottom of the Smart EV Charger. The dot should be between the two arrows (see the following figure).
- Page 20 3. Rotate the cable connector clockwise to fasten it (see the following figure). 4. Assemble the two parts of the cable lock around the cable connector. Push the parts together until they click to lock (see the following figure). Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0...
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Page 21: Chapter 3: Configuring And Using Smart Ev Charger With Mysolaredge
To configure and use mySolarEdge: 1. Login using your credentials. 2. Press the Smart EV Charger pushbutton ( Figure 2 ) for 5 seconds to establish a local Wi-Fi connection. 3. Connect to the Smart EV Charger using the Connecting to Wi-Fi screen. -
Page 22: Chapter 4: Charging Instructions
Chapter 4: Charging Instructions Chapter 4: Charging Instructions 1. Verify that the green LED ring is ON indicating that the Smart EV Charger is ON and ready to charge. 2. Hold the Smart EV Charger plug and unwind the cable from the holder. -
Page 23: Chapter 5: Professional Installer- Connecting The Ac Directly To The Smart Ev Charger
1. Set the circuit breaker rating DIP switches 2. Remove the Smart EV Charger covers 3. Disconnect the AC Plug 4. Directly connect the AC to the Smart EV Charger 5. Close the Smart EV Charger Grid Connection Guidelines The conduits, hubs and fittings must be suited for field wiring systems. - Page 24 Figure 4: Smart EV Charger DIP switch interface To set the circuit breaker ratings: Adjust the Smart EV Charger DIP switches according to your circuit breaker rating to set maximum allowed AC current from the grid. By default, the DIP switch is set to the 40A which is the maximum allowed AC current.
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Page 25: Supported Ac Grids
Figure 5: 240V AC grids supported by Smart EV Charger Removing the Smart EV Charger Covers The Smart EV Charger has two covers: a top cover and a bottom cover. You must remove both covers to open the Smart EV Charger. - Page 26 Removing the Smart EV Charger Covers CAUTION! When removing the covers, make sure not to damage the internal components. SolarEdge will not be held responsible for any components damaged as a result of incautious cover removal. ATTENTION! Lors du retrait du couvercle, assurez-vous de ne pas endommager les composants internes.
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Page 27: Disconnecting The Ac Plug
Figure 6: Inside the Smart EV Charger To disconnect the AC plug: 1. Remove the Smart EV Charger covers. See Removing the Smart EV Charger Covers on page 24. 2. Release the two clamping screws and remove the clamp. See Figure 6 . -
Page 28: Directly Connecting The Ac Grid To The Smart Ev Charger
Directly Connecting the AC Grid to the Smart EV Charger To directly connect the AC grid to the Smart EV Charger: 1. Strip 15/32'' (12mm) of the 14-6 AWG AC wire insulation. 2. Connect the conduit ground with a 14-6 AWG wire to the GND (see the figure in step 5). - Page 29 Chapter 5: Professional Installer- Connecting the AC Directly to the Smart EV Charger 28 6. Verify that there are no unconnected wires. 7. Close the Smart EV Charger covers. See Closing the Smart EV Charger Covers on page Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0...
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Page 30: Connecting The Smart Ev Charger To The Single Phase Inverter With Hd-Wave Technology
Connecting the Smart EV Charger to the Single phase inverter with HD-Wave technology Connecting the Smart EV Charger to the Single phase inverter with HD-Wave technology This section describes the procedures required for connecting the Smart EV Charger to the Single phase inverter with HD-Wave technology. This option enables using PV produced by the Single phase inverter with HD-Wave technology as well as power from the grid, for Level 2 EV charging. - Page 31 3. Open the DC Safety cover (see the following figure): a. Release the four Allen screws of the cover. b. Tilt the top of the cover towards you. c. Slide the cover down and remove it. Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0...
- Page 32 Connecting the Smart EV Charger to the Single phase inverter with HD-Wave technology CAUTION! When removing the cover, make sure not to damage internal components. SolarEdge will not be held responsible for any components damaged as a result of incautious cover removal.
- Page 33 To replace the bus bar: 1. Unscrew the two screws connecting the bus bar to the board. 2. Replace with the new bus bar and tighten the screws with a screwdriver. 3. Reconnect the grounding wires. Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0...
- Page 34 To connect the AC cable between the Single phase inverter with HD-Wave technology and the Smart EV Charger: 1. Disconnect the AC plug from the bottom of the Smart EV Charger. See Disconnecting the AC Plug on page 26 2. Insert the AC cable that contains the L1, L2 and grounding wires through the opened conduit on the side of the DC Safety Unit.
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Page 35: Closing The Smart Ev Charger Covers
Closing the Smart EV Charger Covers To close the Smart EV Charger covers: 1. Place the bottom cover on the Smart EV Charger and tighten the screws (see the following figure). 2. Place the top cover on the bottom cover, insert and tighten screws (see the following figure). - Page 36 Closing the Smart EV Charger Covers Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0...
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Page 37: Chapter 6: Professional Installer - Setting Up Communication
Chapter 6: Professional Installer - Setting Up Communication This section describes how to set up communication between the Smart EV Charger and the monitoring platform through the Internet (wired/ wireless). Communication setup is not required for charging, however it is needed for using advanced features (e.g. -
Page 38: Communication Connectors
Figure 9: Communication Gland The communication board has a standard RJ45 terminal block for Ethernet connection and a 6-pin terminal block for RS485 connection. The Cellular Plug-in can be connected to the communication board for optional wireless connection. Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0... -
Page 39: Creating An Ethernet (Lan) Connection
Ethernet cable specifications: Cable type – a shielded Ethernet cable (Cat5/5E STP) may be used Maximum distance between the Smart EV Charger and the router –330 ft. NOTE If using a cable longer than 33 ft in areas where there is a risk of induced voltage surges by lightning, it is recommend to use external surge protection devices. - Page 40 Creating an Ethernet (LAN) Connection To connect the Ethernet cable: 1. Remove the Smart EV Charger covers as described in Removing the Smart EV Charger Covers on page 24. 2. Open the communication gland. CAUTION! The gland includes a rubber waterproof fitting, which should be used to ensure proper sealing.
- Page 41 e. Connect the Ethernet connector to the RJ45 port on the communication board (see the following figure). (1) The Smart EV Charger connection does not support RX/TX polarity change. Supporting crossover Ethernet cables depends on the switch capabilities. Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0...
- Page 42 SolarEdge monitoring platform. 10. The Smart EV Charger is configured by default to LAN. a. Turn ON the AC to the Smart EV Charger by turning ON the circuit breaker on the main distribution panel. WARNING! ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD.
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Page 43: Creating An Rs485 Bus Connection To Solaredge Inverter Or Gateway
Chapter 6: Professional Installer - Setting Up Communication 42 Creating an RS485 Bus Connection to SolarEdge Inverter or Gateway The RS485 option enables creating a bus of connected devices, consisting of up to 31 slave devices and 1 master device. Using this option, devices are connected to each other in a bus (chain), via their RS485 connectors. -
Page 44: Verifying The Connection To The Monitoring Platform
To verify the connection to the monitoring platform: 1. Open SetApp and follow the instructions on the screen. The mobile device creates a Wi-Fi connection with the Smart EV Charger and displays the main Commissioning screen. 2. From the Commissioning menu select Status. -
Page 45: Chapter 7: Processional Installer - Configuring And Using Smart Ev Charger With Setapp
Chapter 7: Processional Installer - Configuring and Using Smart EV Charger with SetApp After installing the Smart EV Charger configure it, then enable charging and other advanced features (e.g. scheduling, excess solar charging) with SetApp. You can connect communication options at this stage, as described in Professional Installer - Setting Up Communication on page 36. -
Page 46: Viewing Communication Status
Viewing Communication Status communication between the Smart EV Charger and the SolarEdge monitoring platform. The default is LAN. NOTE The Server menu shows only the communication options installed in the Smart EV Charger. For detailed information about all the configuration options, refer to the... -
Page 47: Chapter 8: Errors And Troubleshooting
For the following system errors, when an error occurs, the red LED ring lights ON and the buzzer beeps 10 times. The error messages are displayed on the mobile app screen. If the error persists- contact SolarEdge Support. Error code Displayed Error message Description and Troubleshooting An internal communication error. - Page 48 Chapter 8: Errors and Troubleshooting Error code Displayed Error message Description and Troubleshooting Press the Charge Now push button on the Smart EV Charger , see Figure 2 -or- Tap Charge Now on the Smart EV Charger tab of the Monitoring Internal error.
- Page 49 Displayed Error message Description and Troubleshooting Verify proper clearances around the Smart EV charger Cable. After verification reconnect the Smart EV charger cable to the EV. Contact SolarEdge Support. Smart EV Charger AC voltage too low. Press the Charge Now push button on the Smart EV Charger,...
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Page 50: Appendix A: Professional Installer - Connecting The Smart Ev Charger To An Energy Meter
Appendix A: Professional Installer - Connecting the Smart EV Charger to an Energy Meter This section provides instructions for connecting the Smart EV Charger to an Energy Meter. An Energy Meter is required for Smart Energy Management applications, such as controlled Excess Solar charging. - Page 51 Energy Meter's installation guide. 2. Remove the seal from one of the openings in the communication gland at the bottom of the Smart EV Charger and insert the RS485 wires from the meter through the opening (see Figure 13 ).
- Page 52 6. Connect the connector back to the RS485-1 port. 7. In the meter, ensure the RS485-1 DIP switch is down. See Figure 12 . 8. In the meter, set the Modbus address 1-3 of the meter according to Table 1 Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0...
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Page 53: Mechanical Specifications
Mechanical Specifications 52 Mechanical Specifications The following figure provides Smart EV Charger dimensions in [in]. Figure 14: Smart EV Charger dimensions Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0... -
Page 54: Technical Specifications - Smart Ev Charger (North America)
(3) To extend Wi-Fi communication, use optional Wi-Fi antenna. For antenna specification refer to se-wifi- zigbee-wireless-antenna-datasheet-na.pdf (4) Optional cellular kit can be ordered. (5) When Smart EV Charger is connected to inverter, Import/Export meter is required for controlled Excess Solar charging Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0... - Page 55 Technical Specifications - Smart EV Charger (North America) 54 STANDARD COMPLIANCE Emissions FCC Part 15 Class B UL2594, UL2231-1, UL2231-2, NEC Article 625 Safety compliant EV Charger SAE J1772 INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS AC Connection plug NEMA 6-50 ...
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Page 56: Support Contact Information
Before contact, make sure to have the following information at hand: Model and serial number of the product in question. The error indicated on the product's mobile application. The communication method to the SolarEdge ,monitoring platform , if the site is connected. Smart EV Charger Installation MAN-01-00657-1.0...