Growatt THOR 03AS-S / THOR 07AS-S/P

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Thank you for using Growatt EV charging pile!

The THOR series intelligent single-phase AC charger is a power supply device that uses professional and advanced technology to provide energy supply to electric vehicles. It features a friendly man-machine interface and versatile functions for control, billing, and communication. The charger can be connected to a back-office server to realize functions like reservation and payment via a mobile phone APP. Diversified communication options, including wired Ethernet, WIFI, and 4G, are available for back-office server connection.

Growatt sincerely hopes this product meets your needs and will continuously improve product quality.

I. Product Description

The Growatt EV charger features a sleek design with several key components:

• 1. LOGO and LOGO backlight: Identifies the brand.
• 2. Status indicator: Provides visual feedback, flashing when charging.
• 3. Emergency stop button: A forced on/off button for immediate control (?).
• 4. Socket outlet: The connection point for the charging cable (? holder for cabled version).
• 5. Mounting bracket: For secure installation.
• 6. Side window and nameplate: Displays important information.
• 7. Waterproof cable gland: For communication wires (?️).
• 8. Waterproof cable gland: For AC input cables (?️).

Wiring definition in the side window:

1. Terminal block for CT/meter wiring: Terminals are labeled A, B, I, GND. Specific terminals are designated for RS485 meter connection and CT connection.
2. AC input terminals: L (Live) and N (Neutral).
3. CAN communication terminal.

II. Packing List

III. Installation and Wiring

3.1 Mount on a wall

3.1.1 Unpacking: Open the package to find the charge point, mounting bracket, user manual, and a bag of mounting accessories. An RFID card is included if the charge point is an RFID version. A cable hooker is included for cabled versions.

3.1.2 Prepare mounting: Remove the mounting bracket from the charge point. Use it as a template to mark the drill hole positions on the wall. Drill the holes, hammer the expansion bolts (from the accessories bag) into the holes, and then fix the mounting bracket securely onto the wall.

3.1.3 Mount the charge point: Place the charge point onto the bracket and secure it using the two screws located at the bottom of the charge point. The wall mounting is now complete.

3.1.4 AC Input Wiring: Crimp the provided insulated ferrule or ring terminals onto the ends of the AC input wires. Connect these wires into the terminal block of the charge point as shown. Verify the wiring, then close the RCBO in the side window and secure the side window cover.

3.2 Mount on a pole

3.2.1 Unpacking: Open the pole package and take out the pole and its mounting accessories.

3.2.2 Pole preparation: The pole must be installed on a hard surface, preferably concrete. Drill holes according to the requirements marked in the illustration for fixing expansion bolts (e.g., M8*80, 90mm deep).

3.2.3 Pole installation: Fix the pole onto the prepared holes using expansion bolts. Route the input cables through the bottom middle area of the pole and out from the area below the cable hooker.

3.2.4 Bracket mounting: Fix the mounting bracket onto the pole.

3.2.5 Charge point mounting: Position the charge point onto the bracket and secure it with the two screws.

3.2.6 AC Input Wiring (Pole Mount): Crimp insulated ferrule or ring terminals onto the AC input wires. Connect the wires into the terminal block of the charge point, referring to the model-specific wiring table (e.g., 3K/7K models, L, N, PE terminals, and wire gauges like 2AWG12 or 2AWG9). Verify the wiring, then close the RCBO and side window cover.

IV. APP Download, Register, and Login

4.1 APP Download

Users can download the ShinePhone APP by scanning the QR code (for Android and iOS) using WeChat, or by visiting the App Store and Google Play. Alternatively, download from the monitoring website: server.growatt.com or server-cn.growatt.com.

[QR Code for ShinePhone APP download]

4.2 Register

Before first-time use of the ShinePhone APP, users must register an account. This involves three steps:

1. Fill in account registration information:
   • Account Country (required).
   • Username (required).
   • Password (required).
   • Confirm password (required).
   • Telephone (required in China, optional elsewhere).
   • Email address (optional in China, required elsewhere).
   • Installer code (optional).
2. Agree to User Terms: Manually check the user terms and privacy policy to agree before registering. All required fields must be completed.
3. Add Plant:
   • Plant Details: Users need to provide plant name (required), installation date (required), country/city (required), detailed address (optional), time zone (required), PV capacity (required), and plant type (Household, Commercial, Ground-mounted). Fund income and plant picture are optional.
   • Plant Address: Can be set via map selection, automatic acquisition (using current location), or manual input.
   • Skipping Plant Addition: This step can be skipped. The user account will be logged in directly, and the system will prompt to add a plant later.

[Screenshot of the registration form with fields like Country, Username, Password, Email, etc.]

[Screenshot of the 'Add Plant' form with fields like Plant Name, Installation Date, Address options, PV Capacity, Plant Type, etc.]

4.3 Sign in and Log Out

Users can log in using their existing account and password. The system automatically identifies the server (China or Worldwide). For subsequent logins, the account number can be selected from remembered information. A password visibility toggle (?️) is available.

[Screenshot of the Sign In screen with Username, Password fields, and Sign In button.]

IV. APP Download, Register, and Login (Continued)

4.4 EV Charger Internet Configuration

New Users: Click the '+' icon in the overview, select 'GroHome', and add the EV Charger device.

Existing 'GroHome' Users: Navigate to the 'GroHome' page and click the '+' icon to add the EV Charger.

[Screenshot showing device selection: EV charger, GroPlug, GroPanel, Gro Thermostat, Lamp.]

Note: If a power plant has not been created, the app will prompt users to add one before adding a device. The app allows adding the device only after the plant information is filled.

[Screenshot of a prompt: 'Please add power station first' with 'Cancel' and 'Yes' options.]

V. EV Charger Internet Configuration

5.1 WiFi Configuration

Prerequisites: A power plant must be created before adding the EV Charger.

1. Add Charger: Enter the EV charger's serial number or scan the Bar/QR code.
2. Select Network: Choose 'WiFi' for network configuration.
3. Connect to Hotspot: Enable 'WLAN' in settings and connect to the WiFi hotspot named after the EV charger's serial number. Enter the default WiFi password (12345678) and click 'next'.
4. Enter Router Credentials: Input your router's WiFi name and password. The connected WiFi must be 2.4GHz. Click 'Next'.
5. Confirmation: Wait 2-5 minutes and refresh the EV charger status to confirm successful communication.

Note: If the EV charger was previously configured, network configuration is not required again.

[Screenshot sequence showing: Add charger screen with SN input/scan, Network distribution method selection (WiFi, Network cable), WiFi configuration screen with network selection and password entry, Hotspot connection confirmation.]

Advanced Setting: If the EV charger uses an external current sensing device, click 'advanced' in the WiFi configuration page to select the appropriate configuration (CT or meter type, and the meter brand like Acrel or Eastron).

[Screenshot of Advanced Setting options for WiFi configuration, including Network mode, IP, Gateway, Server address, DNS, and wiring method.]

5.2 Network Cable Connection Configuration

Prerequisites: A power plant must be created before adding the EV Charger.

1. Add Charger: Enter the EV charger's serial number or scan the Bar/QR code.
2. Select Network: Choose 'Network Cable' for configuration.
3. Connection: Click 'cancel' to connect dynamically using dynamic IP mode.
4. Confirmation: Wait 2-5 minutes for the EV charger to refresh its status and confirm successful communication.

[Screenshot sequence showing: Add charger screen, Network distribution method selection with Network cable highlighted.]

5.3 4G Configuration

For 4G models, users can skip this step during network configuration.

5.4 AP Mode Configuration

AP mode can be used to reset the network or perform basic settings if the network connection is abnormal.

1. Click 'AP mode', enter hotspot connection, and click 'next' to switch pairing modes.
2. Connect to the WiFi hotspot named after the EV charger's serial number and click 'next'.
3. Users can check basic information and configure network settings, server settings, and EV charger settings.
4. Wait 2-5 minutes for the EV charger status to refresh.

VI. Operation Instruction

6.1 Charging Mode and Operation

Users can access the 'Setting' page and select 'EV charger setting' to configure charging activation methods such as APP, RFID, or Plug and Charge.

APP/RFID Mode: Initiate or cease charging using the APP or by swiping an RFID card. The APP can also be used for reservations and selecting work modes.

RFID Mode: Charging is initiated or ceased by swiping an RFID card. [Diagram showing RFID card swipe operation process flow with 5 steps.]

Plug&Charge: Charging starts automatically after the EV is plugged in. To stop charging, press the forced on/off button (?) on the side of the charger. [Diagram showing Plug&Charge operation process flow with 3 steps.]

VII. EV Charger Work Modes

7.1 Fast Mode

In Fast Mode, the EV is charged at maximum power from a renewable energy source or the grid, providing quick charging. It supports control strategies for timer, charging capacity, and charging budget. Reservation functions are available when the EV charger is in idle status.

[Screenshot of the APP interface showing charging status, modes like Fast, Unlock, Schedule a charge, and navigation options.]

Time Reservation

Users can schedule charging by setting a specific start time and duration, with an option to enable 'every day' for continuous operation of the strategy.

[Screenshots showing Time Reservation settings: Schedule a charge, Preset Time, Starting Time, Everyday options.]

Charging Capacity Reservation

Users can set a target charging capacity (kWh) and start time, with an option to enable 'every day'.

[Screenshots showing Charging Capacity Reservation settings: Preset Amount, Starting Time, Everyday options.]

Charging Budget Reservation

Users can set a target charging budget (cost) and start time, with an option to enable 'every day'.

[Screenshots showing Charging Budget Reservation settings: Preset Amount, Starting Time, Everyday options.]

Appointment Notice: For the same account, only one charging pile can be reserved at a time. Only a single appointment can be made per account. Appointments will not be interrupted once started. Appointments can be cancelled.

7.2 PV Linkage Mode

Introduction: This mode allows charging the EV using surplus solar power, dynamically combining PV and EV charger functions to maximize solar self-consumption and reduce electricity bills. The PV Linkage mode activates automatically when solar power is sufficient.

Wiring: A CT or meter is required for monitoring real-time power import and export. The document illustrates wiring for CT usage.

[Diagram illustrating PV Linkage Mode connections: PV ARRAY, INVERTER, EV CHARGER, GRID, CONSUMER UNIT.]

[Diagram illustrating wiring when a meter is used.]

APP Operation (PV Linkage Mode)

The PV Linkage mode requires the EV charger to connect with an external current sensing device. Users select the corresponding configuration (CT or meter type, and the meter brand like Acrel or Eastron).

Function of Importing from the Grid:

• Disable Import: The EV charges only by surplus solar power. If surplus solar power is lower than the minimum operation power, charging stops.
• Enable Import: The EV charges dynamically by surplus solar power. If surplus solar power is lower than the minimum operation power, the EV charger uses grid power to supplement and maintains minimum operation power.

Note: Minimum operation power is 1.4kW for single-phase EV chargers and 4.1kW for three-phase EV chargers.

Boost Function

Manual Boost Function: Useful for charging an EV quickly when solar energy is insufficient. Users set 'start time' and 'end time', during which the EV charger charges at maximum power, drawing from the grid if necessary, then reverts to PV linkage mode.

Smart Boost Function: Guarantees EV battery capacity by a set time, even when solar energy is insufficient. Users set 'Pick-up time' and 'Preset electricity'. The charger boosts charge using grid power if solar energy is insufficient to meet the target capacity by the pick-up time.

[Example scenario: EV charged by surplus solar, but smart boost ensures 20kWh by 22:00 using grid power if needed.]

7.3 Off-peak Modes

Introduction: When enabled, the EV charger automatically charges during off-peak times to reduce electricity bills. Users can customize their low-rate charging times.

Notes:

1. Charging rates must be manually input in the settings page before enabling off-peak modes.
2. The EV charger must be connected to the EV, and the off-peak mode activates automatically during low-rate charging times.

[Screenshot showing Off-peak mode settings: Low-rate charging time, Boost options.]

7.4 Load Balancing Function

The EV charger can read the incoming power to the house using an additional CT/Meter. It dynamically adjusts charging power according to the home's power to avoid exceeding the limit, ensuring maximum charging speed without triggering power limitations.

Note: This function requires an external CT/Meter and follows the wiring method of PV linkage mode.

Load Balancing Note: The EV charger dynamically adjusts output power based on the maximum domestic electrical load (input via APP) to prevent overloading and ensure safety.

[Screenshot showing Load balancing settings: Power distribution enable, Max domestic electrical load.]

VIII. Other Settings

The settings page includes:

• Basic Information: EV charger ID, EV charger name, country and city, version number.
• Network Setting: Network connection method, network mode setting, gateway settings, subnet mask, DNS address.
• Pile Setting: Charging model (RFID), charging rates, time periods, currency, allowed charging time, electronic lock configuration, maximum output current, LCD, and breathing light settings.
• Load Balancing: Configuration for power distribution and maximum domestic electrical load.
• Authorization Management: For managing user permissions and authorizing other accounts to use the EV Charger.

EV Charger Setting Details:

• Charging rates: Can be set for electricity cost calculation and off-peak mode.
• Allow charging time: Limits the EV charger usage time.
• Maximum output current: Limits the maximum power output.
• Breathing light: Adjusts the brightness of the indicator light.

IX. Record

a) Charging Record

Displays the serial number of the EV charger, charging gun number, start time, end time, charging time, charging cost, charging capacity, and self-consumption rate.

[Screenshot of Charging Record details.]

b) Schedule Record

Lists the charging schedules that have been previously set.

[Screenshot of Schedule Record list.]

X. Data

Users can view total charge capacity (kWh), cost, self-consumption energy, and rate by day, month, and year.

[Screenshots showing Data visualization for Total charge & Cost, and Self-consumption.]

XI. Troubleshooting

11.1 Troubleshoot by LED behavior or LCD display

Faults can be identified via the LCD display or the number of LED indicator blinks. Each fault is indicated by a sequence of blinks, with a 3-second pause between sequences marking the start or end. Multiple faults are shown chronologically.

Contact our service engineer if a fault occurs.

XII. Specification

XIII. Annex

13.1 Electrical Diagram

[Diagram illustrating the main circuit: AC Input, RCD, AC SPD, AC KM, Output to AC Charge Gun.]

13.2 Contact

Growatt New Energy Co., Ltd

No.28 Guangming Road, Shiyan, Bao'an District, Shenzhen, China

Website: www.ginverter.com

Service hotline: +86-755-27471942

E-mail: service@ginverter.com