evec Wall Charger Installation Guide for Electricians
Posted by Yolandé Haynes on 11th Sep 2024
evec Wall Charger Installation Guide - Step-by-Step Instructions for Electrical Contractors
If you're getting ready to install an evec wall charger, you're in for a straightforward job. Let's walk through the key steps to get this EV charger up and running smoothly.
What’s inside the box?
Inside the box you will find:
- Installation manual
- Statement of compliance
- Warranty leaflet
- Mounting template
- CT clamps
- Fixing kit
- The charger
Prep work
Before you start drilling holes, take a moment to inspect the charger. Remove the mounting bracket (keep those screws handy!) and take off the front cover. There's a delicate cable connecting the two halves, so be gentle. Give the internals a quick once-over to make sure everything's ship-shape.
Mounting the charger
- Use the mounting template to mark your drill spots, making sure to check the level.
- Drill your holes and pop in those wall plugs.
- Secure the mounting bracket to the wall.
- Decide on your cable entry point - you've got rear or bottom options.
- Drill your cable entry hole. Don't forget a separate hole for the CT cable.
- Mount the charger body onto the bracket.
Wiring it up
Time to get those connections sorted:
- Route your inlet wire and seal it with the supplied gland – this maintains the IP rating of the charger.
- Follow the wiring diagram to terminate all connections.
- Double-check those DIP switch positions for the right power output.
CT clamp installation
This bit's crucial for smart charging:
- Thread the CT clamp wire through its designated hole.
- Connect to the PCB, making sure black wire is above red wire in the connector.
- Attach the CT clamp to a live wire between the meter and consumer unit.
Finishing up
- Install the Type A 30mA RCBO for circuit protection.
- Make sure everything is connected securely, then turn on the power to the wall box.
- The charger will do a self-check. You’ll see the light flashing red, blue and green. Once it’s ready, the light will stay solid blue on standby.
- Secure the front cover and tighten those screws.
Commissioning
- 1.Hold the function button for 10 seconds to enter pairing mode.
- 2.Help your customer set up the evec app and connect to their home WiFi.
- 3.Set up load management in the app settings.
Pro tips
- For solar integration, just activate ECO (solar only) mode in the app.
- Need plug-and-play? Press the function button five times, twice. Easy peasy.
And there you have it! A fully installed and commissioned evec wall charger. Remember, if you hit any snags, our support team is ready to help:
Just us a call: 0161 249 6780
Or pop us an email: customer.services@evec.co.uk