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BMW Wallbox
BMW Wallbox
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE.
ORIGINAL BMW ACCESSORIES.

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  • Page 1 BMW Wallbox BMW Wallbox INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. ORIGINAL BMW ACCESSORIES.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    BMW Wallbox Instructions for use Contents 1 Information 2 Overview 3 Requirements 4 Installation 5 Connect the terminals 6 DIP switch settings 7 Local load management 8 Commissioning 9 Operation 10 LED display 11 Troubleshooting 12 Technical data 13 Waste disposal...

  • Page 4: Information

    Do not make any unauthorised changes or modifications to the BMW Wallbox. You must not carry out any repair work to the BMW Wallbox. Such work may only be carried out by the manufacturer or a trained expert (for example replacing the BMW Wallbox).
  • Page 5 Do not clean the BMW Wallbox with a water jet (hosepipe, pressure washer, etc.). Ensure that the BMW Wallbox is not damaged by being handled incorrectly. Do not open the cover on the terminal block if the BMW Wallbox is installed outdoors and it is raining or snowing.
  • Page 6 In addition to the safety information in this manual, you must also comply with the safety and accident prevention regulations for the specific device. 1.7 About this manual This manual and the functions described in it are valid for devices of the following type: BMW Wallbox: 61 90 5 A1E 1B1 61 90 5 A1E 1B2...
  • Page 7 1.8 Package Mounting template Mounting bracket Cable holder Housing cover Wood screws No. 8 (4 x) Torx T30 fastening screws (4 x) Countersunk screws 1/4” (3 x) Torx T20 security screw Safety guide...
  • Page 8 1.9 Warranty Further information about the warranty terms and conditions is available from BMW Service. However, the following cases are not covered by the warranty. Defects or damage caused by installation work not carried out as described in this document.

  • Page 9: Overview

    2 Overview 2.1 Displays and controls 61 90 5 A1E 1B1 61 90 5 A1E 1B4 61 90 5 A1E 1B2 61 90 5 A1E 1B3 61 90 5 A1E 1B5 1. Housing cover 2. Vehicle plug connector holder 3. Vehicle plug connector (L)/Charging socket with shutter (R) 4.

  • Page 10: Requirements

    3.2 Specifications for the electrical connection When it is delivered, the BMW Wallbox is set to a maximum charging current of 6 A. Ensure that you set the maximum current for the installed circuit breaker using the DIP switch (see section entitled...
  • Page 11 When selecting the connection cable, take into account the possible reduction factors and increased ambient temperatures in the BMW Wallbox’s internal connection zone, see temperature details for the connection terminals. In certain circumstances, this may require the cable cross-section to be...

  • Page 12: Installation

    3.6 Mains isolator The BMW Wallbox does not have a main switch. The RCCB and circuit breaker on the building installation are used as the mains isolator. 4 Installation 4.1 Installation requirements Comply with the local installation regulations. Acclimatisation: If there is a temperature difference of more than 15 °C between transport and the selected installation site, the BMW Wallbox must be allowed to acclimatise unopened for at least two hours.
  • Page 13 4.4 Required spacing Refer to the illustration below for choosing the installation site.
  • Page 14 4.5 Install the BMW Wallbox 1. The product is a stationary, wall-mounted device. It contains a mounting template to mark the screw positions for the mounting bracket and the optional cable holder. 2. Secure the mounting bracket to the wall.
  • Page 15 4.6 Remove the covers 5. Remove the housing cover. 6. Use a T20 screwdriver to remove the screws which secure the terminal block cover. Tightening torque: 1.4 Nm (12 lb in) 7. Remove the terminal block cover. 4.7 Secure the anti-theft screw 8.

  • Page 16: Connect The Terminals

    5.1 Input X1 (optional) Connect the cable to connection X1. The enabling input is designed for use with a floating contact. The enabling input allows the Wallbox to be controlled by external components. Note: The safe isolation of dangerous voltages must be guaranteed.

  • Page 17: Dip Switch Settings

    6 DIP switch settings 6.1 Setting the earth system TN system setting (default) TT/IT system setting...
  • Page 18 6.2 Power settings When it is delivered, the BMW Wallbox is set to a maximum charging current of 6 A. The following settings apply to these versions: 61 90 5 A1E 1B1 61 90 5 A1E 1B2 61 90 5 A1E 1B4 Configuration Max.
  • Page 19 The following settings apply to these versions: 61 90 5 A1E 1B3 61 90 5 A1E 1B5 Configuration Max. rated current Configuration Max. rated current 20 A 24 A 12 A 32 A 16 A 40 A...
  • Page 20 6.3 Authorisation settings The BMW Wallbox is set at the factory so that all charging cycles must be authorised using an app. If you do not wish to have to authorise every charging cycle and enable free access to the BMW Wallbox at all times, the DIP switch must be set to “OFF”...

  • Page 21: Local Load Management

    7 Local load management 7.1 Connection of external energy meters Connect the external energy meter to enable you to monitor your home connection. Connect the shielded, twisted connection cable (> 0.5 mm², max. 30 m) to the RS485 interface. Pin definition: A (Rx/ Tx+): Pin 4 B (Rx/ Tx-): Pin 5 61 90 5 A1E 1B1...
  • Page 22 7.2 Phase assignment The phase assignment between the Wallbox and household connection can be set using DIP switches. The phase assignment between the Wallbox and household connection/meter can be set using DIP switches 2 and 3 DIP switch setting Phase assignment...
  • Page 23 7.3 Function to monitor asymmetric loads The maximum current value for an asymmetric load can be defined using DIP switches 4 and 5. DIP switch setting Maximum current DIP switch setting Maximum current Function to monitor asymmetric loads disabled (factory setting)
  • Page 24 7.4 Household connection monitor The limit value for the size of the household connection can be defined using DIP switches 6 to 9. DIP switch setting Maximum current DIP switch setting Maximum current 0000 Local load 0110 management disabled (factory setting) 0001 0111...

  • Page 25: Commissioning

    8 Commissioning Install the terminal block cover Tightening torque: 1.0 Nm (8.7 lb in) Install and lock the housing cover.

  • Page 26: Operation

    9 Operation The BMW Wallbox is supplied as standard with its access control by app enabled. Please change the DIP switch setting if you do not wish to use access control by app. Further information is available in section “5.3 Authorisation settings”.
  • Page 27 2. Disconnect the vehicle connection plug from the vehicle charging socket. 3. Place the vehicle connection plug back into the cable holder on the BMW Wallbox. Note: Further information about ending the charging cycle is available in your vehicle owner’s manual.
  • Page 28 2. Disconnect the vehicle connection plug from the vehicle charging socket. 3. Place the vehicle connection plug back into the cable holder on the BMW Wallbox. Note: Further information about ending the charging cycle is available in your vehicle owner’s manual.
  • Page 29 The DIP switch must be set correctly (see section 5 DIP switch settings) to use Wallbox service app. The app is available in all relevant app stores.

  • Page 30: Led Display

    10 LED display LED display Status No display BMW Wallbox has no power supply. Blue, from left to right continuously BMW Wallbox initialisation process running. Blue, steady Vehicle is not connected. Wallbox is ready to charge. Ready status. Blue, slow-moving Vehicle charging.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    The charging cycle has not been ended by the vehicle. cannot be disconnected. LED display lit in red. 1. Switch off the supply voltage to the BMW Wallbox using the appropriate mains isolator. 2. Disconnect the vehicle connecting plug and switch on the supply voltage again.

  • Page 32: Technical Data

    12 Technical data Part number 61 90 5 A1E 61 90 5 A1E 61 90 5 A1E 61 90 5 A1E 61 90 5 A1E Vehicle Type 2 plug GB/T plug SAE J1772 Type 2 shutter SAE J1772 connection plug plug plug Input/Output...
  • Page 33 Part number 61 90 5 A1E 61 90 5 A1E 61 90 5 A1E 61 90 5 A1E 61 90 5 A1E Internal fault Alternating Alternating Alternating Alternating Alternating current detection current: current: current: current: current: 15~30 mA 15~30 mA 20 mA 15~30 mA 20 mA...
  • Page 34 Interfaces Display Communication Bluetooth Ambient conditions Operating temperature -40 °C ~ +50 °C Temperature properties This is not a safety device, it is only a function. The specified operating temperature range must not be exceeded. The device supplies the charging current continuously within the specified operating temperature ranges.

  • Page 35: Waste Disposal

    13 Waste disposal After it has been decommissioned correctly, have the device disposed of by the Service Department in compliance with current waste disposal regulations. Electrical and electronic devices and the accessories must be disposed of separately from general household waste. Information about this is provided on the product, in the instructions for use or on the packaging.
  • Page 36 01 29 5 A35 723 06/2021 (V/Z)

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