Zappi Glo Manual

Zappi GLO EV Charger Installation Guide

The Zappi GLO is an advanced EV Charge Point designed by myenergi that can be used in conjunction with Solar PV or other microgeneration systems to utilize surplus generation and prevent exporting it back to the grid. Users can choose whether they want zappi to charge with 100% green energy or a mixture of green and grid power. The zappi will also work without microgeneration connected and will operate as a normal charger using 100% grid energy.

Step-by-Step Installation Process

1Unpack and Remove Fascia

Remove zappi from packaging. Press 2X fascia clips inwards from one side, unhook the other, and pull fascia forward.

2Remove Front Cover Assembly

Loosen 6X cover screws and remove the front cover assembly from the back box.

Important: At this stage, the PCB is exposed and vulnerable. Handle with care and place it safely aside to prevent damage, dust, and exposure.

3Mark Mounting Holes

Use the backplate against the mounting surface to mark all the mounting hole locations and then drill mounting holes.

4Drill Cable Entry Holes

Drill hole (X) for appropriately rated gland. Fit supply gland in accordance with gland manufacturer instructions.

Cable Entry Options:

• Bottom Entry:
  • (A) ≤ Ø 20mm
  • (B) ≤ Ø 25mm
  • (C) ≤ Ø 25mm
• Rear Entry:
  • (A) ≤ Ø 20mm
  • (B) ≤ Ø 25mm
  • (C) ≤ Ø 25mm

Note: Consider drilling CT gland entry at this stage if required.

5Secure Unit to Wall

Secure the zappi to the structure using appropriate fixings, ensuring that the provided sealing washers (A) are used with all fixings (B) to maintain the IP rating.

Mounting Tips: Ensure suitable fixings are selected for your wall or surface type to secure the device properly.

6Connect Supply Cable

Ensure that the supply cable meets the requirements of the local wiring regulations.

• Strip cable length of 12mm
• Torque 1.2 to 1.5Nm on each screw

Cable and Gland Requirements

The cross sectional area of the mains supply cable used should be between 4mm² and 10mm². The gland size should be a minimum of 16mm and a maximum of 25mm. Generally, a weatherproof gland can be used. SWA CW outdoor glands may be used for armoured cable.

Installer Responsibility: The size of cable and gland used is the responsibility of the installer and should be determined on an install-by-install basis dependent upon install specifics.

7Install Current Transformers (CTs)

Fit CT(s) to live conductors as necessary, with arrow marked (I) in direction of the consumer unit.

CT Golden Rules - MUST BE FOLLOWED

• One CT must be set to GRID
• There must be only ONE GRID CT
• If the GRID CT is connected to a harvi, make sure that you have turned off the hardwired CT
• Arrow pointing in direction of import (e.g. towards consumer unit if on Live cable)

8Connect CT Cables

Inside the zappi, the PCB has removable CT connection plugs (2 pin). These accept the CT Cable (RED / BLACK).

• Terminate the CT cable(s)
• Route to one of the glands defined in step 4
• Leave some excess length to allow easy reassembly of zappi

G100 Compliance

zappi supports the Customer Import and Export Limitation Scheme (CLS), in accordance with G100 issue 2. Where G100 is required as part of an installation, then the installer must adhere to the G100 Commissioning Guidance document which can be located at: support.myenergi.com/hc/en-gb

Once the CLS is setup correctly, the master device within the myenergi eco-system will monitor the maximum import and export, and if necessary, instruct other devices to increase or decrease import or export if these maximum thresholds are ever exceeded.

LED Status Lights

The Zappi GLO uses multicolour LED lights to communicate its status. Understanding these indicators is essential for operation and troubleshooting.

LED Light Patterns

• Solid LED Light = Idle
• Flashing LED Light = Action Required (ON > OFF > ON > OFF)
• Breathing LED Light = Waiting (no action required) (Slowly ON > Slowly OFF)

Status Indicators

Technical Specifications

Mechanical Specification

Electrical Specification

Performance Specification

Connectivity Specification

Safety Requirements

Installer Requirements

Any persons involved in commissioning, maintaining and servicing this device must:

• Be suitably qualified
• Have knowledge and experience in dealing with electrical installations

Installation Environment Requirements

• Do not install or operate the device in potentially explosive atmospheres or areas containing highly flammable materials or gases
• Only operate this device in an ambient temperature between -25°C to +40°C
• This device is intended for a fixed location with a permanent AC supply
• This device may be installed indoors or outdoors and shall be mounted in the vertical orientation only to a flat wall or surface

Electrical Safety Requirements

• The device must be earthed through a permanent earth conductor, correctly installed and reliably connected
• The supply final circuit should be protected by an overcurrent device sized to 120% of the Design Current and in accordance with local regulation requirements
• zappi incorporates 6mA DC Residual current protection. RDC-DD tripping characteristics in accordance with EN 62955
• Local regulations may require 30mA Type-A RCD protection to be installed upstream
• Installation shall be ≤ 2000m above sea level
• The supply for single-phase devices shall have a voltage of 230V AC -16/+10%
• The cross sectional area of the supply conductors shall be between 4mm² and 10mm²

Operational Safety

• Always disconnect the device from the supply before removing the cover
• Do not insert foreign objects into any part of the zappi or cable and connectors
• Use of cable conversion adapters or cord extensions with this product are not permitted
• Never spray or submerge the zappi with water
• Do not rest heavy objects on top of this device
• Stop using the device if it is found to be defective, or if any part is cracked, broken or damaged
• Do not attempt to disassemble, tamper, modify or repair the device, as it has no user serviceable parts