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Charge on.
3 Installation
3.1 Before Installation
3.1.1 Safety Check
CAUTION:
DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL POWER PRIOR TO INSTALLING or REPAIR THE BLINK
CHARGER. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PHYSICAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM AND BLINK CHARGING UNIT.
The Blink Charger should be installed only by a licensed contractor, and/or a licensed electrician in accor-
dance with all applicable state, local and national electrical codes and standards.
Before installing the Blink Charger, review this manual carefully and consult with a licensed contractor, li-
censed electrician and trained installation expert to ensure compliance with local building practices, climate
conditions, safety standards, and state and local codes.
Use appropriate protection when connecting to the main power distribution cable. Use tools as outlined in the
section “Tools Required for Installation”.
3.1.2 Grounding Instructions
This product must be connected to a grounded, metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead
on the product.
3.2 Tools & Parts Required for Installation
Table 3-1. Tools & Parts Required for Installation.
Tool
Size
Supplier
EVSE Mounting Bracket
N/A
Model Accessories
Torx Bolts (4each) - used to secure the
EVSE to the mounting bracket
T20 (On the Model)
Model Accessories
Terminal tube
Color: Red, Black, Green
Model Accessories
Terminal
Model Accessories
Conduit – used for power wire
1”
Commercially available
Bolts (4 each) – used to secure the
main body mounting braket on the
wall
M8x18 lag bolts with lock wash-
ers
Commercially available
Torx Driver
T20
Commercially available
Slotted Screwdriver
Commercially available
Philips Screwdriver
PH3
Commercially available
Bolts (for masonry)
M8, expansion
Commercially available
Torque Wrench
Commercially available
Wire, Copper
No. 8 AWG, 75°C or 90°C
Commercially available
