Tampered or Damaged Labels (Seals) on Eichrecht-Compliant Charging Stations

Eichrecht Requirements - Calibration Law

After an Eichrecht-compliant charging station is placed in the field, the responsibility shifts from the notified bodies (e.g., PTB (National Metrology Institute of Germany)) to the federal calibration authorities in Germany. These authorities are tasked with overseeing the proper functioning of measuring devices used in commercial settings.

For handling damaged or tampered labels, note the following:

• Check the manufacturer seal for any signs of damage, voiding, or tampering during installation.

• Avoid damaging any seals during the installation process.

  An Eichrecht-compliant station with a damaged manufacturer label is deemed invalid for the calibration period and must not be used commercially until the charging station has been checked and recalibrated by the calibration authority.

• Only authorized and qualified personnel should replace damaged seals in the field (placed by the manufacturer in the factory (manufacturer seal)).

• After replacing a seal, inform the appropriate Calibration Authority about the seal replacement.

• Once notified, the calibration authority must inspect and calibrate the charging station to restore the station's full Eichrecht-compliance.

• Before leaving the installation site, make sure to check if the all the seals are intact.