Replace the Holster Ball Assembly

This topic contains important instructions for the Home Flex that shall be used to replace the holster ball assembly. Do not replace the holster ball until you have read the instructions in this topic.

RISK OF SHOCK. Before performing any procedure, you must disconnect the power to the charging station at the service panel. Follow local code to de-energize the applicable circuit and lock out/tag out the disconnect before proceeding. Use a multimeter to test that power is off. Keep power off for the circuit until all cover panels are correctly reinstalled and the work is complete. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY, LOSS OF LIFE, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Use low torque settings when working with power tools during installation or servicing. Over-torquing can damage the equipment.

Remove the Existing Holster Ball

To remove the existing holster ball, complete the following steps:

The procedure shows a J1772 holster ball being replaced with a NACSClosed North American Charging Standard holster ball. The steps remain the same regardless of what type of holster ball is being installed.

  1. Turn off power to the station at the circuit breaker.

  2. Insert the strap around the holster ball. Push it through so it comes out and around the opposite side of the ball. If necessary, rotate the ball to make it easier to insert the strap.

  3. Move the strap sideways and then pull both ends of the strap slowly and firmly until the holster ball is removed. If washers are present, they can be re-used or disposed of; the kit includes two new adhesive washers.

Use your free hand to prevent the holster ball from popping out too quickly, which could cause injury and/or damage the holster ball should it fall to the floor.

Install the New Holster Ball

To install the new holster ball, complete the following steps:

  1. Apply the two adhesive washers to the inside of the housing assembly, taking care to center the adhesive black washers on the protrusions. Align the protrusions on the new holster ball with the indent on the charger.

     

  2. Push the new holster ball until it snaps firmly into place.

If you intend to revert from a NACSClosed North American Charging Standard cable back to a J1772 cable, store the original J1772 cable securely for future use.

Restore Power

To restore power, complete the following steps:

Ensure all panels are installed before powering the station on.

  1. Restore power to the station at the circuit breaker.

  2. Verify that the charging cable now functions by starting a test session.

    • Initiate a charging session.

    • Plug the handle into a vehicle.

    • Verify that the vehicle is charging.

    • Insert the connector in its holster.