Charge Amps Dawn User Manual
This document provides comprehensive instructions for the Charge Amps Dawn electric vehicle charging station. Please read all instructions before installation and use.
1 Safety
WARNING: Read all instructions before installation.
- Improper use may create a risk of personal injury.
- The product must only be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with the installation manual.
- National usage requirements and restrictions apply.
- Only use this product for charging compatible electric vehicles.
- Never use an adapter between the EV socket outlet and the charging cable.
- Cord extension sets are not allowed to be used.
- Inspect the product for visible damage before use.
- Never attempt to repair or use the product if it is damaged.
- Do not immerse the product in water, subject it to physical abuse or insert foreign objects in any part of the product.
- Never attempt to disassemble the product in any way.
- The owner is responsible for informing users of the compatibility of any charging point.
2 Technical Data
| Charging mode | Mode 3 |
| EV power supply identifier | ⚡ |
| Metering | MID certified active electrical energy meter |
| Socket | Type 2, 22 kW(1) |
| Rated voltage (Un) | 230/400 V |
| Rated insulation voltage (Ui) | 250/400 V |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) | 4 kV |
| Rated frequency (fn) | 50 Hz |
| Rated current (In) | 32 A(2) |
| Rated diversity factor (RDF) | 1 (can be lowered if used together with a load balancing functionality) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 250 x 145 x 380 mm |
| Characteristics of power supply and output | AC EV supply equipment connected to AC supply network, permanently connected |
| Assembly type | AEVCS |
| RFID | Type: ISO/IEC 14443 Typ A 13.56MHz Mifare Range: 13.553 – 13.567 MHz Max output: 24 dBm |
| Bluetooth | Type: Class 2 Version: v4.2 Range: 2400 – 2500 MHz Max output: 4 dBm |
| Wi-Fi | Type: 802.11 b/g/n Range: 2400 – 2500 MHz Max output: 17.5/14/12.5 dBm@802.11 b/g/n |
| LAN** (Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX) | Cat5e & RJ45 (max. 30 mm) |
| Cellular networks communication | Type: LTE-M, EMTC Supported LTE-M bands: B3, B8 and B20. Range: 699 – 960 / 1710 – 2155 MHz Max output: 28 dBm @LTE-M SIM card: built-in |
(1)The charging power is subject to external conditions, such as outside temperature, car battery state of charge, or if there's a load balancing function or charging schedule applied.
(2)For daisy chaining, the incoming current can be up to 63 A. See chapter 4.4 in Charge Amps Luna Installation Manual for more information.
(3)Some models only.
3 Product Overview
The Charge Amps Dawn is comprised of the following components:
- A MID display: Displays total energy imported (kWh) and other information.
- B RFID reader: Used for authenticating charging sessions.
- C RFID light: Indicates the status of RFID verification.
- D EV socket: The port where the electric vehicle is connected.
- E Socket lights: Indicate the status of the charging process.
A visual representation of the Charge Amps Dawn unit with labeled components A through E is provided.
3.1 Package Contents
Charge Amps Dawn is available in two versions. The following table details the contents for each:
| Component | Charge Amps Dawn 130297* | Charge Amps Dawn Professional 131595 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Front cover | Front cover | Front cover |
| 2 Charging unit | Charging unit | Charging unit |
| 3 Back plate | Back plate | Back plate |
| 4 Accessories | Accessories:
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Accessories:
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*Charge Amps Dawn with product number 130297 requires the Installation Kit described in chapter 3.2 in Charge Amps Dawn Installation Manual.
**For Charge Amps Dawn Professional with product number 131595, the connection block, MCB, Terminal block and LAN module comes pre-installed.
Additional Contents
| Item | Charge Amps Dawn 130297 | Charge Amps Dawn Professional 131595 |
|---|---|---|
| RFID tag | 1x RFID tag | 1x RFID tag |
| Quick Guide | Quick Guide | Quick Guide |
| Welcome letter | Welcome letter | Welcome letter |
4 Use
4.1 Add RFID tag
N.B: Make sure your installer has given you the access to Charge Amps Admin Portal to be able to manage RFID tags.
Add RFID tag using the Charge Amps cloud service: https://my.charge.space/admin
4.2 Start and stop charging without RFID identification
- Initiate charging by connecting the EV connector to the car. Lift the EV socket lid and connect the EV plug to the EV socket.
- Stop charging by disconnecting the EV connector from the car and disconnect the EV plug from the EV socket.
4.3 Start and stop charging with RFID identification
- Initiate charging by connecting the EV connector to the car. Lift the EV socket lid and connect the EV plug to the EV socket.
- Briefly hold the RFID tag in front of the RFID reader to initiate charging.
If no RFID tag has been verified during the 5 minutes time window, charging needs to be initiated remotely or reactivated by unplugging and reconnecting the EV connector.
- Stop charging by disconnecting the EV connector from the car and disconnect the EV plug from the EV socket.
4.4 Cable lock
During charging, the cable lock is automatically activated.
4.5 MID display
The MID display provides an overview of the total energy (kWh) imported using the Charge Amps Dawn.
- IMP/kWh: 1000 - Impulses per kWh
- S/N: ABC0123456789 - MID serial number
- LR-SW: 2.2, CRC: 43ECD8A2 - Legal software version and CRC
- LNR-SW: 3.3, CRC: 66585487 - Non-legal software version and CRC
4.6 Reset the MCB
If the MCB is installed internally and is tripped, reset it by following these steps:
Recommended tools:
- A Torx 25 to unscrew the front cover.
- Using a Torx 25, untighten the lock screw by turning it counterclockwise until the front cover slightly releases from the bottom. Do not unscrew the lock screw completely.
- Remove the front cover by pulling from the bottom.
- Remove the rubber cap.
- Turn the switch to an upright position using a screwdriver.
- Put the rubber cap back in place.
- Reassemble Charge Amps Dawn by inserting the front cover bottom flange and rotating the cover into place. Secure by tightening the front cover lock screw using Torx 25. N.B: Use a max. torque of 2 Nm when tightening the screw.
4.7 Test the built-in RCD
The built-in RCD function of Charge Amps Dawn needs to be tested twice a year. An earth fault is indicated by a steady red light on the socket lights and the RFID lights. Test and reset the built-in RCD function by following the steps below.
Recommended tools:
- A Torx 25 to unscrew the front cover.
- A charging cable.
- Access to an electric vehicle to start a charging session.
- Using a Torx 25, untighten the lock screw by turning it counterclockwise until the front cover slightly releases from the bottom. Do not unscrew the lock screw completely.
- Remove the front cover by pulling from the bottom.
- Connect the electric vehicle to Charge Amps Dawn using the charging cable.
- If RFID authentication is enabled, briefly hold the RFID tag in front of the RFID reader to initiate a charging session.
- Make sure that the EV is charging, and that the socket lights are pulsating blue.
- When the charging session has started, hold your finger on the test button marked "T" for three seconds to test the RCD.
A visual representation shows a hand pressing the "T" button on the charging unit.
- Charging will be aborted and a steady red light will show on the socket lights, which indicates a ground fault.
- Reset the RCD by disconnecting the charging cable from Charge Amps Dawn.
- A steady green light will show on the socket lights, which indicates the RCD has been reset.
- Reassemble Charge Amps Dawn by inserting the front cover bottom flange and rotating the cover into place. Secure in place by tightening the front cover lock screw using Torx 25. N.B: Use a max. torque of 2 Nm when tightening the screw.
4.8 LED indications
4.8.1 General
| Status | Socket light | RFID light |
|---|---|---|
| Ready for charging | Green steady light | Green steady light |
| Charging | Blue pulsating light | No light |
| Charging complete | Yellow steady light | No light |
| Charging paused by EV | Yellow steady light | No light |
| Charging paused by charger | Blue steady light | No light |
4.8.2 RFID tag verification
| Status | Socket light | RFID light |
|---|---|---|
| Waiting for RFID tag verification | - | White pulsating light |
| Waiting for charging cable | White pulsating light | - |
| Processing RFID tag | - | White short pulsating light |
| RFID tag approved | - | Steady green light |
| RFID tag not approved | - | Red short pulsating light |
4.8.3 Other
| Status | Socket light | RFID light |
|---|---|---|
| Error | Red short pulsating light | Red short pulsating light |
| Earth fault detected | Steady red light | Steady red light |
| EV socket unavailable for use | No light | No light |
| Firmware update | Yellow pulsating light | Yellow pulsating light |
5 Maintenance
5.1 Regular maintenance
N.B: Never spray water or any other liquid directly on to the product.
- Visually check that the EV socket-outlet is free from damage.
- The outside of the product must be regularly wiped with a clean, dry cloth to remove dirt and dust.
- Do not use detergent to clean any of the product's components.
5.2 Preventative maintenance
N.B: Preventative maintenance should be performed by a qualified electrician once or twice each year to check that Charge Amps Dawn is in good condition.
- Remove the front cover and charging unit and make a visual check of the cable connections.
- Test the internal RCD (twice a year). See the instructions for how to test and reset the internal RCD in this User Manual.
6 Product Support and Service
If you have any questions or problems with the product, support is always available. To find answers to your questions most quickly:
Read through the User Manual or Installation Manual to check whether your questions are answered there.
- If your question is not answered in the User Manual, please contact support.
- If you need service or repair, start by contacting the supplier from whom you purchased the product.
- For additional information, visit the Charge Amps Help Center at: www.chargeamps.com/support.
7 Warranty
As warranty terms may differ from market to market, Charge Amps recommends that you contact your supplier regarding the warranty terms.
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