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

ChargePoint Home 25: 32A Station

The NEMAClosed 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 EVClosed 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-GFCIClosed Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter two-pole circuit breaker

ChargePoint Home 25: 32A Station

240V, 40A dedicated circuit required

NOTE: Requires a new, dedicated, non-GFCIClosed Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter two-pole circuit breaker

  • Use ¾" conduit

  • Use appropriate fittings for connection

  • Strip wire ends to ½"

  • 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.