GRIZZL E TM EV Charger MINI User manual and installation guide
Grizzl-E Mini User Manual Manual Version: 1.
Grizzl-E EV Mini EV Charging Station The Grizzl-E Mini Edition is the small, versatile, and portable EV charging station with a NEMA 4 Indoor/Outdoor aluminum cast enclosure. Made in Canada and built for any environment. Grizzl-E Mini provides up to 10kW of power to your vehicle and can be set to multiple current ratings for 240V and 120V outlets. The Grizzl-E Mini Edition has easy-to-adjust smart features to change settings for different charging locations, monitor the charger, and set charging schedules.
Overall Warnings and Cautions Basic precautions should always be followed when using electrical products, including the following: • Read all the instructions before using this product. • Children should not use this device. • Do not put fingers into the EV connector. • Do not touch live electrical parts. • Do not use this product if the flexible power cord or EV cable is ragged, has broken insulation, or any other signs of damage.
Product Specifications Description Specifications Model Numbers GRM-14-24-P Connector EVSE Level SAE J1772; AC Level 2 Electrical Circuit / Input Power Requirements Dedicated Single Phase 208-240VAC 50/60 Hz. Branch Breaker: Double pole OR Dedicated Single Phase 110-120VAC 50/60 Hz. Maximum Output Rating 40A; 9.60kW with 50A Circuit Rating Alternate Adjustable Output Ratings 240V Outlet 39A; 9.36kW - 7A; 1.9kW 120V Outlet 12A; 1.44kW - 7A; 0.
Contents 1. Introduction and Unpacking ............................................................................................7 1.1 Your Charger .......................................................................................................................... 7 1.2 Package Contents .................................................................................................................. 8 2. Installation Planning and Service Wiring .......................................................
1. Introduction and Unpacking 1.1 Your Charger Charger Components 1. Input Cable 14-50P 2. Output Cable J1772 Connector 1 3. Latch Release Button 4.
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2. Installation Planning and Service Wiring WARNING: Disconnect the power supply to the charging station before installing or adjusting the charging station. Failure to do so may result in physical injury or damage to the power supply system and the charging station.
2.2 Grounding Instructions The charging station must be implemented equipment grounding through a permanent wiring system or an equipment grounding conductor. Use a cable with a dedicated grounding conductor connected to the equipment ground terminal block. 2.3 GFCI • The Charger is equipped with GFCI. Additional downstream GFCI is not required. • In locations where GFCI at the outlet is mandated by code, the charger will not experience adverse effects. 2.
3. Maximum Current Output The GRIZZL-E Mini charging station features the ability to adjust the maximum current output. Requirements govern that only 80% of the circuit-rated load may be utilized. Maximum Current can be adjusted using Smart Features. Set the Maximum Current by DIP Switch Settings if local electrical codes require a physical switch for maximum settings. To change Maximum Current through Smart Features follow “Adjustments” on page 21. 3.
3. Locate the DIP switch on the charging station circuit board. The DIP switch is a 4-position switch on the main circuit board. DOWN UP UP UP WARNING: Do not touch live electrical parts. Disconnect the power supply to the charging station before adjusting the DIP Switches. Failure to do so may result in physical injury or damage to the power supply system and the charging station.
4. Adjust the DIP Switches to 40A, 32A, 24A, or 16Ausing the following combination of DIP Switch Settings: Switch 2 Switch 3 Switch 4 DOWN UP UP UP 32A Maximum Current Output DOWN UP DOWN UP 24A Maximum Current Output DOWN DOWN UP UP 16A Maximum Current Output UP DOWN DOWN DOWN Maximum Current Output Switch 1 40A Maximum Current Output (Factory Default Setting) DIP Switch Setting Once the DIP Switch Setting is adjusted, reassemble the charging station.
4. Mounting Bracket Before mounting, determine the location of an acceptable mounting support. All charging station products must be anchored into a mounting support such as a 2” x 4” stud or a solid concrete wall. DO NOT mount this unit directly to a stucco/drywall/wallboard. 1. Secure the back piece of the mounting bracket to the wall or other suitable structure using the Mounting screws. Mount the unit at least 18in (460mm) above floor level.
5. EasyEvPlug Holster and Cable Management System The EasyEVPlug™ Holster or Tesla EasyEVPlug™ Holster is the new innovative method to protect your plug and manage your cord. It has the following features: • No need to aim – flawless plug even in the dark. • Your EV holster will always be in a convenient location. • Saves space – special angle for less wall clearance. • Integrated cable management – holds up to 25 feet of cable.
6. Charging Status Indicators and Buzzers 6.1 Indicator Lights Grizzl-E Mini uses the following indicator lights for the charger status: LED Indicator Buzzer Description Definition No buzzer Not illuminated Power Off No buzzer Blue Steady No buzzer Blue Flashing No buzzer Green Flashing No buzzer Green Steady No buzzer Yellow Steady Vehicle not detected. Ready to charge. Vehicle detected. Ready to Charge.
6.2 LED Fault Indicator When Grizzl-E Mini experiences an error, the red light will flash, and the buzzer will beep a specific number of times. The cycle will pause for 1 second and repeat.
6.4 Error Troubleshooting In the instance of a permanent fault, or if the charger is not able to auto-recover, follow these steps: 1. Unplug the charging connector from the vehicle. 2. Count the number of flashes to identify the error type. 3. Follow the directions in “7.1 Connect to Local Grizzl-E Mini Network” on page 19 to view the charger’s status. The status will display the error type. 4. Unplug the charging station. 5. Wait 1-2 minutes, then plug the charging station back in. 6.
7. Grizzl-E Mini Smart Features Grizzl-E Mini has a complete set of Smart Features. Follow the instructions in this section to access and use Mini Grizzl-E Smart Features: • Grizzl-E Mini can connect to any device that connects to WI-Fi (Smart Phone, Laptop, • Grizzl-E Mini Smart Features are available through the web browser. There is no iOS or • Grizzl-E Mini only has a local connection, you must be within range of the charger’s Computer). Android application.
7.2 Status Select the Status Icon in the top Menu: Condition Term Definition Status Displays the real-time status of the charger. Plugged In Displays if the charger is plugged into the vehicle. Voltage The measured voltage from the charger. Current The measured current being delivered to the vehicle. Power, kW The measured power delivered to the vehicle in kW. Relay Temperature °C The measured temperature of the charger’s interior.
Adjustments Current limit, A: Set the maximum current by using the slider: Note: Only Maximum Current settings equal to or less than the DIP switch settings will display. See “3.1 Adjust Maximum Current by DIP Switches” on page 11 to change the maximum amperage settings. Stop Charging: Enable the button to stop the charging session. The charger will display a solid red indicator light. Disable the button to restart the charging session.
Charts Three Charts will show on the bottom of the Status Page: 1. Voltage (V) 2. Current (A) 3. Temperature (°C) Charts will update in real-time to display information from the previous 15 minutes. Charts will automatically scale to fit all data. Previous chart information is not accessible.
7.3 Timer Select the Timer Icon in the top Menu: Charge Now Avoid Limits: Enable the Avoid Limits button to bypass all limits and schedules and begin the charging session. All set Limitations will disable. Avoid Limits one charge: Enable the Avoid Limits One Charge button to bypass all limits and schedules and begin the charging session. Set Limitations will save for the next charging session. The button will automatically disable when the one charging session is complete.
Rates Set the Rates to calculate the cost per kWh of the charging session. Rates are set to $ per kWh. Primary Rate: Type the primary rate into the text box. Example: 0.12 = 12¢/kWh. This rate will apply at all times unless Rate 2 or Rate 3 are activated. Rate 2: 1. Enable the Rate 2 button. 2. Set the Start and Stop time for Rate 2. Rate 2 will apply during these times. For all other times, the primary rate will apply. Rate 3: 1. Enable the Rate 3 button. 2. Set the Start and Stop time for Rate 3.
System Time Set the system Time for all schedules and rates: 1. Enter the time in the Current Time field. 2. Enter the Time Zone. Follow the chart below to enter the correct Time Zone: Time Zone UTC - Standard Time UTC - Day Light Savings Time Eastern -5 -4 Central -6 -5 Mountain -7 -6 Pacific -8 -7 3. Select the Update Time button. Refresh the page to apply all settings. Reset Limits and Schedule Settings 1.
7.4 Setup Select the Setup Icon in the top Menu: WiFi AP Configuration Use this setting to configure the Mini Grizzl-E charger’s Wi-Fi network. AP Name: Name of the Mini Grizzl-E Charger network. The default is UC_Grizzl_E_Mini. Change to any network name if desired. AP Password: The password for the Mini Grizzl-E Charger network. The default is no password. Set a password for the Mini Grizzl-E Charger network to prevent others from accessing the network.
3. Select your network from the list of Available networks. Click directly on the network name. The network name will populate the Wi-Fi name field. 4. Enter the Wi-Fi Password and Confirm the Wi-Fi password. 5. Select the Save button under Available networks. The local IP address for the saved network will display in the Wi-Fi Info section. 6. Copy the Local IP Address. 7. Connect to your local Wi-Fi network. 8. Paste and go to the Local IP Address into your web browser.
Optional: Connect by MAC Address Connect to by MAC Address if your local Wi-Fi network has multiple access points and you want to connect to the closest access point. 1. Enable the Connect by Mac Address button. 2. Select the Search button from the Available Networks section. Allow the page to scan the Available networks. 3. Select your network from the list of Available networks. Click directly on the network name. 4. Select the MAC Address from the closest available access point.
Page Access The Page Access section allows you to set a Username and Password for the Mini Grizzl-E web page to prevent unauthorized use. 1. Enter a Username into the Name field. 2. Enter a password for your Mini Grizzl-E page. Confirm the password in the confirm password field. 3. Select the Save button. 4. Refresh the Mini Grizzl-E page. You will be prompted to enter the Username and Password.
7.5 Advanced Adaptive Mode Adaptive Mode automatically adjusts the current to the charger if there is an unexpected drop in voltage threshold from your electric provider. It is recommended only to use Adaptive Mode if you live in an area with unstable power and frequent drops in voltage. Contact United Chargers before setting it if you need clarification on whether you require Adaptive Mode Enable the Adaptive Mode button.
Session History Session History displays statistics from the 4 most recent charging sessions. Session History will display the following fields: • Date • Energy (kWh) • Time • Money. Data from previous charging sessions beyond the 5 most recent is not saved.
8. Operation 8.1 Connect and Charge Insert the charging Connector into the EV and ensure the connector is fully seated/locked in place. Once complete, the charging session will begin. 8.2 Stop Charging 1. Press down on the latch release button. Ensure latch release button is fully compressed. 2. Remove the Charger Connector from the EV 3. Return the connector to the holster.
9. General Product Care and Use The exterior of the charging station is designed to be waterproof and dustproof (NEMA 4 Outdoor Rated). However, periodic cleaning may be required, depending on local conditions. To ensure proper maintenance of the charging station, follow these guidelines: • To avoid damaging the finish of the products, only use an automotive-grade soft cleaning cloth with soap and water to remove accumulated dirt and dust.
10. Warranty and Return Policy 30-Day Product Return Policy United Chargers accepts returns within 30 days from purchase in the original unopened box only. In order to return the product please contact info@unitedchargers.com. GRIZZL-E™ MINI EV Charging Station 3-Year Replacement Warranty. This warranty is extended by United Chargers to original purchasers of GRIZZL-E™ MINI EV Charging Stations.