PulseQ AC Home User Manual US Online Version

US Version AC EV Charger User Manual

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Contents Abbreviations .................................................................................................... 3 Section 1—PRECAUTIONS Section 2—STANDARDS COMPLIANCE .................................................................................................... .................................................................................................... 10 4 Section 3— PRODUCT OVERVIEW & INFO .................................................................................................... 12 Section 4—What's in the Box? ....................................................................................................

16 Section 5—Installation .................................................................................................... 17 Section 6—Network Configuration .................................................................................................... 29 Section 7—LED Indicators .................................................................................................... 38 Section 8—Fault Handling .................................................................................................... 39 Section 9—Warranty ....................................................................................................

40 Section 10—FCC .................................................................................................... 41 Abbreviations S/N Abbreviations Description 1 IEC International Electrotechnical Commission 2 EV Electrical Vehicle, this can be BEV (battery EV) or PHEV (plug-in hybrid EV) 3 EVSE Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment [IEC61851-1] 4 OBC On-board charger (of an EV) 5 KW Kilo Watt (unit of Power) 6 A Ampere (unit of Current) 7 V Volt (unit of Voltage) 8 Hz Hertz (unit of Frequency) 9 LCD Liquid Crystal Display 10 LED Light-emitting Diode 11 CMS Central Management System, manages EVSE and has the information for authorizing users for using its EVSE.

12 OCPP Open Charge Point Protocol A standard open protocol for communication between EVSE and a Central System and is designed to accommodate any type of charging technique. (www.openchargealliance.org) 13 HMI Human-Machine Interface 14 CCID Charging Circuit Interrupting Device 15 GM/I Ground Monitor Interrupter 16 GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter

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Section 1—PRECAUTIONS 1.1 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING- When using electric products, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following. This manual contains important instructions for Models and PULSEQ AC HOME that shall be followed during the installation, operation, and maintenance of the charging station. 1. Read all the instructions before using this product. 2. This device should be supervised when used around children. 4. 3. Do not put fingers into the electric vehicle connector. Do not use this product if the flexible power cord or EV cable is frayed, has broken insulation, or has any other signs of damage. 5.

Do not use this product if the enclosure or the EV connector is broken, cracked, open, or shows any other indication of damage. 6. Note the ambient temperature rating: -22°F to 131°F (-30°C to 55°C) CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, connect only to a circuit provided with 50 amperes maximum branch circuit overcurrent protection in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, and the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, C22.1. 7. 4 Model Current Rating PulseQ AC Home 50 A

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1.2 SAFETY NOTES 1.2.1 Safety signs used The following warning signs, mandatory signs and information signs are used in this manual, on and in the AC EV Charger. CAUTION: Warning of electrical hazards. This sign is intended to alert the user that severe personal injury or substantial property damage can result if the device is not operated as requested. ATTENTION: Warning of a dangerous spot or dangerous situation. This sign is intended to alert the user that minor personal injury or material damage can result if the device is not operated as requested. CAUTION: Do not touch in case of ESD. Indicates possible consequences of touching electrostatically sensitive components.

No access for unauthorized persons. Use protective footwear. Must wear a safety helmet. Indicates important texts, notes, or tips. 1.2.2 Safety Precautions for Installation Safety protection must be worn when installing the EV Charger. Installation must be performed carefully due to risk of electric shock. Must be installed vertically to allow for ventilation. Do not install in areas of vibration or risk of impact. Install in noncombustible areas due to risk of fire. Do not drop any foreign objects, especially metal objects, inside the Charger due to risk of fire. The lead nose of the Charger must be securely attached due to risk of damage. 5

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