In this article:
Overview
This EVSE test box can be used to test the zappi as well as other AC charge point/EVSE products.
The box signals to the zappi that an EV is connected and charging (the mode is selected with the selector switch).
The Test Box
| 1 | Disconnected | The EV is not connected to zappi |
| 2 | Connecter | zappi is waiting for the EV to respond; the EV is not ready to accept the charge |
| 3 | Charging | The EV is charging, the test terminals are now live and the test can start |
| 4 | Connector Selection Switch | Allow to switch between the type 1 & type 2 socket |
| 5 | Type 1 Socket | Use with Type 1 plug zappi |
| 6 | Type 2 Socket | Use with Type 2 plug zappi |
| 7 | Test Term | Connect the Electrical Tester to the respective terminals. Note: L2 & L3 terminals are only available with a 3-phase zappi using the Type 2 socket |
| 8 | Selector Switch | Turn the knob towards the desired mode 1, 2 or 3 |
Test Procedures
Prerequisite: zappi is installed, turned ON and charging set to FAST MODE.
1. Connect zappi to the EVSE test box.
2. Connect the electrical tester to the test terminals.
3. Move the connector selection switch to the adequate connector (type 1 or type 2).
4. Set the EVSE test box to charging using the selector knob.
5. Run the RCD test using your own electrical tester.
6. At each tripping event, reset the zappi by holding the “Mode” (or exit ) button for 5s as indicated on the main
screen. zappi will automatically reset & the next test will proceed.
7. At the end of the test, move the knob back to disconnected and disconnect the plug.