EvoCharge
Nuisance Ground Fault / Arc Fault Tripping
Charger trips a GFCI or AFCI breaker in the panel during or shortly after starting a charge.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Use of GFCI/AFCI breaker with built-in GFCI in EvoCharge, Leakage current from EMI filters, Shared neutral on multi-wire branch circuit, Damaged cable insulation causing small leakage
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Ground fault devices trip for safety; do not bypass them without understanding the cause.
- 1. Verify breaker type: Check if the EvoCharge circuit uses a GFCI or AFCI breaker. Many EVSEs, including EvoCharge, have internal GFCI and should be on a standard breaker unless local code requires otherwise.
- 2. Dedicated circuit: Ensure the EvoCharge is on a dedicated circuit with no shared loads or shared neutrals.
- 3. Inspect cable: Look for damage to the EvoCharge cable that could cause leakage to ground.
- 4. Consult electrician: Have an electrician evaluate whether a standard breaker can be used, or if a different type of GFCI/AFCI breaker is recommended for EVSE loads.
- 5. Replace damaged components: If insulation damage is found, replace the cable or affected parts.
Do not defeat ground fault protection; it is essential for user safety.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
EvoCharge Output Cable
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