Instructions for Professional Electricians
This section provides steps to install electrical service for ChargePoint Home.
Start Here for Plug Installation
Follow the steps below for plug installation.
ChargePoint Home 12: 16A Station
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240V, 20A dedicated circuit required
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NEMA
National Electrical Manufacturers Association 6-20 outlet installed ground pin on top
NOTE: Requires a new, dedicated, non-GFCI
Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter two-pole circuit breaker
ChargePoint Home 25: 32A Station
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240V, 40A dedicated circuit required
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NEMA
National Electrical Manufacturers Association 6-50 outlet installed ground pin on top
NOTE: Requires a new, dedicated, non-GFCI
Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter two-pole circuit breaker
The NEMA
National Electrical Manufacturers Association outlet should be located 20-26" from the ground. Refer to the installation template to decide where to install the station.
The power cord will not bend and is only 12" long (as per the National Electric Code for EV
Electric Vehicle chargers), so ensure the outlet is installed close enough for the power cord to plug in.
❑ Neutral is not required at the outlet
❑ Install outlet with ground pin on top
Start Here for Hardwired Installation
Follow the steps below for hardwire installation.
ChargePoint Home 12: 16A Station
240V, 20A dedicated circuit required
NOTE: Requires a new, dedicated, non-GFCI
Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter two-pole circuit breaker
ChargePoint Home 25: 32A Station
240V, 40A dedicated circuit required
NOTE: Requires a new, dedicated, non-GFCI
Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter two-pole circuit breaker
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Use ¾" conduit
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Use appropriate fittings for connection
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Strip wire ends to ½"
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Insert wires fully into charger terminal block
For both Hardwire and Plug
Follow the steps below for both hardwire and plug installation.
Ensure the homeowner has chosen an installation location that allows the charging cord to reach the car's charging port while still providing slack.
Charging cord reaches car without any constraints
Next, go to Mount the station for station mounting instructions.