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User Manual
JUICE BOOSTER 2

IMPORTANT:
Read this manual before you start using the device!

Failure to comply with these instructions may result in injury or death, damage
to the device and harm to the environment.
Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference.

Portable charger for electric vehicles / Safety Charging Cable

IC-CPD (In-Cable Control and Protection Device for EV charging)
Manual as per DIN EN 82079-1:2013-06; Rel. 2.02 EN
valid for Item Nos.: EL-JB2*, EA-JB2* | P/N JTJB2-EU2R4…

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1. General

This User Manual is for your JUICE BOOSTER 2. The User Manual is based on the standards and
It contains important information about initial use rules applicable within the European Union.
and operation. Make sure you also comply with the respective
country-specific directives and laws.
Read this user manual carefully before you start
using the JUICE BOOSTER 2. It contains Keep this User Manual in a safe place for future
important instructions for the connection, safety reference and owners. If you pass the JUICE
and use of the device. BOOSTER 2 on to a third party, you must also
pass on this User Manual.

2. Symbol Legend

The following symbols and keywords are used in this manual, on the JUICE BOOSTER 2 or on the
packaging.

Indicates a high-risk hazard which, if not avoided,

DANGER could result in death, serious injury or major
Mortal Danger! damage to property.

Indicates a medium-risk hazard which, if not

WARNING avoided, could result in death, injury or moderate
Electric Shock Hazard! damage to property.

Indicates a low-risk hazard which, if not avoided,

ATTENTION could result in minor or moderate injury or
Risk of Damage! damage to property.

The following symbols are printed on the JUICE BOOSTER and mean:

Declaration of Conformity. Products marked with this symbol meet all applicable
community stipulations by the European Economic Area.

Products marked with this symbol meet the requirements of the EU directive restricting the
use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

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This symbol indicates the lowest possible temperature in °C at which the device may be
operated.

This symbol indicates the protection rating in respect of environmental factors and also the
protection of people against potential hazards while using the device. IP67 means
protected against dust in harmful quantities and immersion in water for short periods.

Protection class I. Products marked with this symbol comply with the DIN EN 61140
standard. In the event of a fault, all metal parts that may be live during operation and
maintenance are connected to an earth conductor.

This symbol indicates that the earth conductor is fixed and permanently connected.

Indicates the disposal method. Waste electrical equipment may not be disposed of with
domestic rubbish. All consumers are obliged to dispose of waste electrical equipment
separately from domestic rubbish, i.e. by handing it in to a community collection point.
Correct disposal prevents any negative impact on the environment.

This is the international symbol for recycling and indicates goods that can be recycled.
Separate packaging by material type before disposal. Card and cardboard with waste
paper/waste cardboard and film in the container for synthetic materials.

3. Table of Contents

1. .............. General ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 34

2. .............. Symbol Legend........................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
3. .............. Table of Contents ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
4. .............. Identification ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 36
5. .............. Intended Use .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
6. .............. Safety instructions and hazard warnings ................................................................................................................................................... 37
7. .............. Product description .................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
8. .............. Specifications.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 43
9. .............. Electrical power supply .............................................................................................................................................................................. 44
10. ............ Functions .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
11. ............ Preparing the product for use .................................................................................................................................................................... 47
12. ............ Power socket requirements........................................................................................................................................................................ 48
13. ............ Operating instructions ................................................................................................................................................................................ 49
14. ............ Maintenance and cleaning ......................................................................................................................................................................... 53
15. ............ Malfunctions and faults .............................................................................................................................................................................. 53
16. ............ What to do in the event of an accident involving electricity ..................................................................................................................... 58
17. ............ What to do in the event of an electrical fire ............................................................................................................................................... 59
18. ............ Warranty and Guarantee ............................................................................................................................................................................ 60
19. ............ Service information / Customer Services .................................................................................................................................................. 62
20. ............ Notes ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 62
21. ............ Supplier ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 62
22. ............ Disposal / Recycling ................................................................................................................................................................................... 63

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4. Identification
4.1. Product brand and type
Product brand: JUICE BOOSTER 2
Item description: Mobile charger for electric vehicles
Item Nos.: EL-JB2*, EA-JB2*
Product Nos. (P/N): JTJB2-EU2R4…
Type IC-CPD (In-Cable Control and Protection Device for EV charging)

4.2. Declaration of conformity with product standards

The JUICE BOOSTER 2 bears the mark. The EU declaration of conformity can be requested at
the following address:

JUICE TECHNOLOGY AG, Gewerbestrasse 7, CH-6330 Cham, Switzerland

(N.B.: Do not send equipment or devices to this address)

5. Intended Use

This charging device is intended for use only with Only use JUICE CONNECTOR safety adapters and
electric vehicles fitted with a Type 2 connector. JUICE CONNECTOR safety extension cables from
Juice Technology AG with automatic current
detection. The use of other adapters and/or cables
DANGER
is prohibited and will be deemed improper use.
Mortal Danger!
Misuse of this nature can result in serious injury
and/or major damage to property.
Only use the JUICE BOOSTER 2 as described in
the User Manual. Any other use will be deemed
The manufacturer or dealer will not accept any
improper and may result in severe injury or
liability for damage caused by improper use.
damage to property. The JUICE BOOSTER 2 is not
Improper use will make the guarantee void.
a toy.

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6. Safety instructions and hazard warnings

in case of an electrical fire. These points are

DANGER described under Points 16 and 17 of this
Electric Shock Hazard!
User Manual.

 Never open the housing! Touching live

parts may be lethal.
WARNING
 To avoid exposure to electric shocks, Mortal Danger!
never unplug the connecting plug while it
is under load! This can cause electrical  Never leave packaging material lying around.
sparks which may result in excessive wear to Plastic film, plastic bags and other
the Juice safety connector and couplings packaging components could become
and reduce their service life. Stop the hazardous playthings in the hands of
charging process in the car first before children. There is a danger of suffocation!
disconnecting the plug.
 First check the packaging and the device for
 Never use the device with the cables tangled possible damage during shipping. Always
or coiled. This can lead to overheating. inspect the device for defects before
installing and setting it up. Do not operate
 If this happens, never touch the parts with the device if you notice irregularities or
your hands because you could come into damage to the housing, cables, plugs or
direct contact with live elements. Mortal sockets.
Danger!
 Users must comply with their applicable
 Keep the JUICE BOOSTER 2 away from national regulations regarding the operation,
explosive vapours or gases. During functional testing, repair and maintenance of
operation, the switching mechanisms inside electronic devices.
the JUICE BOOSTER 2 housing may
generate tiny electric sparks which could  Only connect the JUICE BOOSTER 2 to a
ignite an explosion. correctly installed and properly grounded
power socket.
 If you discover damage to the JUICE
BOOSTER 2 and/or its components during  If the feed line has no earth conductor and
operation, disconnect the device from the you operate the JUICE BOOSTER 2 in
mains power immediately by switching off “NORWAY” or “EARTH OFF” mode, a subtle
the main circuit breaker and contact the tingling may be felt on the housing as is
service centre. Do not touch any metal parts typical for the technology. This is caused by
and/or cables and/or wet parts. leakage current in the mA range and is both
normal and non-hazardous.
 Incorrect use of the JUICE BOOSTER 2 may
be fatal!  The power rating of the JUICE BOOSTER 2
must match that of the power supply
 Always keep a mobile phone with you for network.
emergencies.
 Protect your device from standing water,
 Make sure you are aware of how to deal with excessive dust, corrosive liquids and fumes.
accidents involving electricity and what to do Make sure that the device is not lying in a

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puddle and that water cannot collect on or supervision or instruction of a responsible

around the device (e.g. if it rains or if there is person.
melting snow).
 Do not allow children, infants, unauthorized
 Do not operate the JUICE BOOSTER 2 in the persons or animals to approach the JUICE
immediate vicinity of a heat source. BOOSTER 2. Never allow children to play
with the device.
 During the charging process, regularly check
the temperature of the power sockets and
cables. If they are hot, stop charging ATTENTION
immediately. “Hot” is when you cannot keep
Risk of Damage!
your hand around the cable or connector for
more than 20 seconds.
 The product must only be operated within the
 If the JUICE BOOSTER 2 is exposed to temperature range from -25 °C to +45 °C.
sunlight for long periods of time or is Avoid exposing the JUICE BOOSTER 2 or its
operated in a hot environment, the housing cable to strong sunlight for any length of
may feel hot. This is a sign of excellent heat time.
dissipation and is not a problem. In such
cases, hold the device by the cable or the  Do not use any sharp or pointed objects to
rubber caps. open the packaging. This could damage the
JUICE BOOSTER 2 or the cables.
 Assembly, installation and repair work on this
installation must be done only by trained  Check for any damage to the packaging, the
professionals possessing the necessary device and any parts supplied, e.g. adapters
know-how, experience and familiarity with the etc. In the case of damage, do not operate
applicable standards and regulations the JUICE BOOSTER 2. Contact the
enabling them to properly assess for manufacturer using the service address
themselves any potential hazards. specified on the warranty card – and under
Point 19 of this User Manual.
 Any improper usage of the supply line
powering the socket to which the JUICE  Always keep the plug and the JUICE
BOOSTER 2 is connected, including repair or CONNECTOR connection completely dry.
installation work thereto, consititutes a Plugs can never be waterproof when they are
serious danger to the user, for which the not plugged in, so always replace the
manufacturer is not liable. protective cap when not in use.
NOTE: E-vehicle charging connectors are
 Persons who are not in possession of the high-tech, high-performance parts. Protect
necessary physical, sensory and intellectual your investment by always keeping the
capacity and the experience and know-how connectors clean and dry.
to safely operate the JUICE BOOSTER 2
must only use this device under the

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7. Product description

7.1. Scope of supply

Standard equipment:
IC-CPD with the following plugs/connectors:
 Vehicle-end type 2 connector (or type 1 connector)
 Mains-end JUICE CONNECTOR safety connector
 One or more JUICE CONNECTOR safety adapters

Parts:
A. JUICE BOOSTER 2
B. JUICE CONNECTOR safety connector
C. Type 2 connector (for connection to the vehicle)
D. Mains adapter (various adapters available)
E. Mains plug (in this case CEE32 / 400 V, 32 A, 3-phase)
F. 400 V, 32 A, 3-phase heavy-duty cable with control signals

B
D

A
E
C

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Device front:
G. Mains-end connection with JUICE CONNECTOR safety adapter
H. Housing
I. Non-slip protective rubber parts
J. Charge intensity/mode button
K. Green LED: AMPS (automatically set or individually reduced amp value)
L. Yellow LED: MODE (indicates the selected mode)
M. Red LED: FAULT (may indicate the cause of a fault)
N. Vehicle-end connection cable with type 2 connector (or type 1 alternatively)

G I J H
K

N
L M
Device back:
O. Quick start guide
P. Warnings
Q. Product details and serial number

O P Q

JUICE CONNECTOR:
R. JUICE CONNECTOR safety connector (m), connects to the JUICE BOOSTER 2
S. JUICE CONNECTOR safety coupling (f) is part of the mains plug adapter
T. Mechanical guides only allow connection in the correct position (orange dots for correct alignment).
Push together until a click is heard. Remove by pulling back the retaining ring (S).
U. Protective caps, supplied with all JUICE CONNECTORs.

S T R U

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7.2. Optional adapters

JUICE CONNECTOR safety adapters detect the current intensities of the respective sockets used for
charging. The charger automatically sets the appropriate charging intensity.

We recommend various JUICE CONNECTOR safety adapters or adapter sets depending on the country
- adapter sets. These are available separately from JUICE BOOSTER 2 outlets. You will find a selection
listed on the Products page at www.juice-technology.com .

We recommend this type of adapter set for safe and universal connection to all standard power sockets.
Examples of available adapters:

Adapter, e.g. Use / Description Class

CEE 7/7 Schuko EU
T13, T23 Switzerland
Type L Italy Domestic
Type G Commonwealth Countries (BS 1363)
Type AUS Australia
T15, T25 Switzerland 400 V, 3-phase plug
CEE16 / 230 V Blue single phase plug (“camping plug”)
CEE32 / 230 V Blue single phase plug (UK, FR)
Industrial
CEE16 / 400 V Red 3-phase plug
CEE32 / 400 V Red 3-phase plug
Type 2 / 32 A Plug for type 2 sockets E-mobility
Type 3c Plug for type 3 sockets (especially FR)

The range of adapters is constantly growing. See www.juice-technology.com/juice-booster for a

complete, up-to-date list of the over 25 adapters available.

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7.3. Optional Extras

A safety lock for the JUICE CONNECTOR safety adapter is available to purchase separately to prevent it
from being disconnected or even stolen by unauthorised third parties.

Optional extras such as a wall bracket for the private and semi-public sector, load management control
unit etc. are available to purchase separately. This means that JUICE BOOSTER 2 can also be used as a
perfect, highly secure and cost-effective wallbox. Good to know: It already has integral DC residual current
detection (RCD Class B), which would otherwise be an expensive extra.

Extras (examples)

Wall mount Juice Charger 2 Safety lock Extension cord Extension cord
5m 10m
Open wall mount, Including Prevents Note: not specified in the Standard, not
lock optional. charging effectively CE-compliant therefore. However, as the
management adapters and connections are waterproof (IP67) and
system module, extensions from automatic adapter detection is
certified meter. being plugged transferred, the product is not dangerous
Payment and out. and can be used safely.
admission
systems optional.

Please find the up-to-date list of extras and add-ons here:

www.juice-technology.com/juice-booster

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8. Specifications

8.1. Construction
 Dimensions of the case Length 265 mm, diameter 70 mm
 Weight 1.0 kg excluding cables, 3.2 kg with cables and plugs
 Material aluminium anodized with rubber end-caps
 Thickness of material 3 mm
 Color Metallic anthracite, black rubber caps and cables
 Protection class IP67 (protects against damaging quantities of dust and immersion
in water for short periods)
 Impact and drop-proof Able to withstand a wheel load of 2,000 kg should you drive over it
by mistake (the rubber casing may burst, and the housing and plug
may be scratched or bent, but live components will not be exposed).
Drop resistant for heights of up to 100 cm
 Temperature range Storage: -30 °C to +60 °C (-22 °F to 140 °F)
Operation: -25 °C to +45 °C (-13 °F to 113 °F)
 Mains-end plug JUICE CONNECTOR safety connector, 400 V, 32 A 3-phase,
highly conductive silver contacts, cable length 1.4 m
 Mains-end adapter Various versions of the JUICE CONNECTOR safety adapter
that can be connected to the JUICE BOOSTER 2 with the
JUICE CONNECTOR safety connector.
The safety adapter automatically tells the device the
maximum obtainable amp value
 Vehicle-end connector Type 2 (EN62196), 400 V, 32 A 3-phase, or
Type 1 (EN62196), 400 V, 32 A single phase,
highly conductive silver contacts, cable length 3.1 m

8.2. Electrical engineering data

 FI residual current, RCD DC 6 mA, AC/DC 30 mA with protective conductor monitoring
circuit breaker
 Input current 230 V, 6 – 32 A (single phase) or 400 V, 6 – 32 A (3-phase) AC
 Output 1.4 – 22.0 kW AC depending on input current

8.3. CE conformity
 Standards IEC 62752, 62196,
61851 Mode 2, 61851 Mode 3 (with type 2/type 3c adapter plug),
EMC, RoHS

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9. Electrical power supply

9.1. Power connection/input voltage

Note the following maximum connection loads:
Item No..:
EL-JB2 / EA-JB2 JUICE BOOSTER 2 32 A AC (3-phase), 400 V * / **

* Single-phase connection at the same amperage rating is possible but will only provide 1/3 of the
charging power in kW.
** Connection is possible with lower amp values. For this, the JUICE BOOSTER 2 must first be
connected at the mains end and the amperage must then be set. The charger can then be
connected to the electric car and the charging process can begin.

9.2. Energy consumption

Power supply at 32 A and 400 V (3-phase AC): max. 22 kW
Power supply at 16 A and 400 V (3-phase AC): max. 11 kW
Power supply at 16 A and 230 V (3-phase, charging 2-phase): max. 7.4 kW
Power supply at 32 A and 230 V (single-phase): max. 7.4 kW
Power supply at 16 A and 230 V (single-phase): max. 3.7 kW
Power supply at 8 A and 230 V (single-phase): max. 1.8 kW
Standby (without charging) <1W

Note on calculating costs: If a power output of 22 kW is used for one hour, then the energy consumption
is 22 kWh. If a kWh (kilowatt hour) costs e.g. EUR 0.30, then 22 kWh cost approximately EUR 6.60.

The cost calculation formulae are as follows:

Amps * 230 V * phases = power in watts (W)
Power in W / 1000 = power in kilowatts (kW)
Power in kW * time in hours * price per kWh = power costs

Standby power usage: At home you can leave JUICE BOOSTER 2 plugged in all year round; it won’t
damage the device at all. The amount of power used on standby is extremely low, working out at around 1
CHF / EUR / USD a year.

9.3. Protection classes

 Protection class I

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10. Functions
10.1. Basic function 10.2. Using type 2/type3c charging
stations with locking mechanism
The JUICE BOOSTER 2 is used for recharging
electric vehicles. Using the corresponding The connector is locked onto the vehicle and
adapters, it is a fully-fledged portable charging the charging station before the charging
station and also a charging cable to connect to process begins.
public charging stations and wallboxes. Unlocking is only possible when the charging
process is cancelled by means of a
The JUICE BOOSTER 2 detects the mains corresponding command in the electric car or
adapter connected and thus the maximum possibly via app control of the vehicle. The
permitted charging intensity. As soon as the connector can then be removed from the socket
cable is connected to an appropriate, functional and the type 2 connector can be removed from
outlet and then to the vehicle, and if the vehicle the vehicle.
is ready to be charged, the charging process
begins automatically.
10.3. Use of domestic and industrial
For safety reasons, the JUICE BOOSTER 2 power sockets (without locking)
prevents any higher charging intensity from
being set. The charge intensity can be reduced The charging process begins automatically as
using the push button however. The JUICE described in 13.2. The connection to the car is
BOOSTER 2 ignores any button presses during locked. The connection can be unlocked with a
the charging process. This prevents corresponding command in the car, by
unauthorised parties interrupting the charging cancelling the charging process.
process or changing the current.
If unauthorised parties disconnect the cable
Since, when locked, the vehicle does not from the outlet during the charging process,
release the connector even if charging is when it is plugged in again, charging will
interrupted, unauthorised parties are unable to resume automatically at the last detected, or
unplug the vehicle or steal the JUICE BOOSTER manually lowered, current.
2.

To protect adapters connected using the JUICE ATTENTION

CONNECTOR safety connector from theft, they Risk of Damage!
can be locked using the safety lock which is Domestic and industrial power sockets do not
available separately. It makes disconnection have a locking mechanism. During the charging
and removal impossible. process, avoid disconnecting the mains-end
connector or the JUICE CONNECTOR! It leads
to flashing loss at the connectors. Furthermore,
the charging electronic and equipment in your
car and your JUICE BOOSTER 2 may become
damaged.

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10.4. Charging capacity

The following table shows the relationship between charging current and charging time:

Power outlet Type 2 Industrial Industrial Domestic power

charging power outlet power outlet outlet
station CEE 32 red CEE 16 red Schuko Germany
Input power 32 A 32 A 16 A 13 A
Voltage 400 V (3-phase) 400 V (3-phase) 400 V (3- 230 V
phase) (single phase)
Power output max. 22 kW Max. 22 kW max. 11 kW max. 3.0 kW
Charging mode 3 2 2 2
Vehicle Yes Yes Yes Yes
communication
Charging time* approx. 1 h approx. 1 h approx. 2 h approx. 6 h
Charge per hour** approx. approx. approx. approx.
100 - 150 km 100 - 150 km 50 - 75 km 13 - 20 km

* based on an integrated rectifier in the vehicle with an output equivalent to the input power,
and a battery with 22 kWh. With different battery sizes the charging time will change
accordingly.
** depending on the vehicle to be charged and driving style

10.5. Areas of application 10.6. Installation sites

At any correctly installed 8 – 32 A, single or The housing of the JUICE BOOSTER 2 is
three-phase power socket as well as on waterproof (IP67), including the buttons. It is
charging stations with a type 2 or type 3 socket. suitable for use outdoors.
Please read the notes about setting up the
charging infrastructure in Section 12. Plugs and connectors only reach their IP value
when plugged in correctly. When they are
unplugged, they must be covered with the
protective caps provided to prevent water
getting into the connectors and cables, and
then into the device itself.

The JUICE BOOSTER 2 can be used lying

directly on the ground or wall-mounted by
means of separately available brackets.

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11. Preparing the product for use

ATTENTION 11.3. Disposing of the packaging

Risk of Damage! material safely
The packaging is 100% recyclable and bears
11.1. Transport and storage the recycling symbol. Please comply with the
applicable local regulations for disposing of
 Stow the packaged JUICE BOOSTER 2
packaging materials.
securely during transport to prevent damage.

 Store the JUICE BOOSTER 2 in dry rooms

only.

 When not in use, protect all plugs from dust,

humidity and other influences by using the
protective caps provided. ATTENTION: Plugs
are not waterproof and are susceptible to
external influences when they are not
plugged in.

11.2. Unpacking
 Remove all wrapping film and cardboard.

 After unpacking, inspect the JUICE

BOOSTER 2 and all accessories for any
visible damage. Under no circumstances
should a damaged device be connected. A
damaged JUICE BOOSTER 2 can endanger
your safety!

 Check that all accessories and additionally

supplied parts are present.

 Keep the packaging material out of the reach

of children because it is a potential source of
danger. If the device is to be repacked at a
later stage, this packaging material can be
reused to protect the device from damage
during transport.

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12. Power socket requirements

12.1. DIN safety rules 12.3. Connection to the mains power

supply using adapters and
DANGER extension cables
Electric Shock Hazard!
DANGER
Modifications to the electrical installation may Electric Shock Hazard, Fire Hazard!
only be carried out by qualified professionals. If
you are a qualified electrician, please observe  Only use JUICE CONNECTOR safety
the 5 safety rules laid down in DIN VDE 0105: adapters from Juice Technology AG which
feature automatic current detection.
 Disconnect completely
 Secure against re-connection
 Only use extension cables fitted with JUICE
 Check that power is off at all poles CONNECTOR safety connectors and JUICE
 Remember to ground yourself before CONNECTOR safety couplings from Juice
touching a component to prevent static Technology AG. Use of other adapters and
discharges! extension cables can result in fatal electric
 Provide protection against adjacent live shock and/or fire. Moreover, the guarantee
parts becomes void.

These five safety rules should be applied in the  Only use correctly installed, properly
above order before working on electrical grounded power sockets fitted with neutral
installations. Once the work is completed, they conductors. If necessary, check the technical
are lifted in the reverse order. specifications with the house owner or
building services. Only connect the device if
you are absolutely sure that the power socket
12.2. Installation and sockets is in good condition.

The sockets in use have to be installed  In many countries, industrial sockets must be
correctly, especially regarding the quality and equipped with a Class A residual current
the sequence of phase(s), neutral and PE, circuit breaker. JUICE generally recommends
regarding the diameter of the power supply. the the use of Class A RCDs for all types of
fuse, the RCDs etc. sockets. Please note the regulations in the
The socket has to be free of defects and fully country of use, as these always take
precedence.
dry.
IMPORTANT: As JUICE BOOSTER 2 already
has integral residual current detection, you
don’t have to allow for the considerable
expense of installing Class B or A (EV) RCD
systems.

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13. Operating instructions

13.1. Starting conditions DANGER

 Park your vehicle near a power outlet in Electric Shock Hazard, Fire Hazard!
accordance with Point 10.2 or 10.3.  Make sure that all cables being used are
fully unwound and that there are no loops.
 Ready the JUICE BOOSTER 2. Failure to do so can result in overheating.
This can cause the insulation to melt and
 Select the correct JUICE CONNECTOR start a fire.
safety adapter for the power outlet.
 Plug the mains adapter into the power outlet.
 Connect the JUICE CONNECTOR safety
adapter to the JUICE BOOSTER 2.  Do not use any third party adapters or
Mechanical cams only allow connection in extensions, as they may affect the function
the correct position (orange dots for correct and safety of the JUICE BOOSTER 2 and it
alignment). Push together until a click is would lead to the loss of warranty.
heard.
 Take note of the following status indicators:
 If necessary, insert a JUICE CONNECTOR
safety extension cable between the
BOOSTER and the adapter.

Display The LED(s) Duration Process

Yellow LEDs ca. 3 secs. Device initialization,
All flashing yellow charge intensity is being detected by the
(A) device

Yellow LED 30 secs. The device displays the selected mode

A single LED (MODE)*
flashing yellow
(B)

Green LED permanent Amp value set, device is ready to charge

Light up green at (This status is also displayed once the
the amp value (C) vehicle charging has been properly
completed)
Flashes green and 30 secs. Amp charge value and selected mode
yellow alternately at are in the same position, hence the dual
the amp value (B display
und C)

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C

F B E D

13.2. Starting the charging process for up to 30 seconds after the vehicle is
plugged in. After that it will be disabled. It is
 Connect the type 2 or the type 1 connector to then no longer possible to change the
the vehicle. charge intensity or charging mode while the
JUICE BOOSTER 2 is connected to the
 The charging process will begin vehicle. Therefore, if someone disconnects
automatically at the detected, or manually the mains while the vehicle is locked and
reduced, charging intensity (unless JUICE then plugs it back in again, the charge
BOOSTER 2 detects an error). intensity does not change, cannot be
changed manually and the JUICE BOOSTER
 The push-button (F) for selecting the charge 2 independently resumes the charging
intensity and charging mode can be pressed process.

Display The LED(s) Duration Process

Sequential permanent Charging in progress
flashing
orange (D)
Green LED permanent Indicates the charge intensity in amps
A single LED
lights up green
Green LED permanent Charging has not yet started (e.g. because
A single LED charging has been scheduled for a
lights up green, specific time) or it has been ended by a
NO sequential proper signal from the vehicle.
flashing lights
Yellow LEDs permanent Socket is wired wrong or mixed up.
All light up
yellow
Red LEDs flashing at Error message. See Point 15.
All LED flashing intervals Individual red LEDs indicate the error
red, one detected
individual red
indicator at (E)

* Standard mode is unsuitable for UK, France and Norway. For these countries
select a different mode (see Point 13.4)

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WARNING 13.3. End the charging process

Fire Hazard! Always follow the sequence below:
Defective or incorrectly dimensioned cables,
and/or defective or unauthorised fuse bridging  Interrupt or stop the charging process in the
can result in fire or smouldering in the cable or car.
the outlet.
 JUICE BOOSTER 2 will stop the charging
Notes: process. The type 2 connector on the vehicle
 During the charging process, regularly check will be unlocked. If you are charging at a type
the temperature of the power sockets and 2 charging station, the connector will also be
cables. If they are hot, stop charging unlocked at that end.
immediately. “Hot” is when you cannot keep
your hand around the cable or connector for  Remove the type 2 or the type 1 connector
more than 20 seconds. from the vehicle.

 If the electrical installation is particularly old, it  Remove the mains adapter.

may make sense to select a power level
below the one suggested.  Disconnect the JUICE CONNECTOR safety
adapter from the JUICE BOOSTER 2 if
 If several cars are charging up preferred. To do this, pull the retaining ring
simultaneously on the same fuse or if other on the JUICE CONNECTOR coupling back
devices are connected, it is advisable to and pull the connectors apart.
adjust the boxes so that the total amperage
of all devices does not exceed the tripping
threshold of the load-breaker.
13.4. Selecting / changing the
operating mode (MODE)
You may need a different charging mode
depending which country you are charging your
electric car in. The factory setting is Standard
mode. Proceed as follows to change the mode:

 After connecting to the mains – before

plugging into the vehicle or up to 30 seconds
after – hold the SELECT button (F) down for
5 seconds until all the LEDs flash yellow.
Afterwards only one LED will flash yellow.
This indicates the current mode set.

 Press the SELECT button repeatedly until the

desired mode is reached in accordance with
the diagram below. The selected mode will
be saved automatically after approx. 5
seconds.

 Please check out the modes and their use on

the following table:

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Display The LED Use
Yellow LED All countries, except
at - UK and all other countries with Commonwealth plug (BS
STANDARD 1636, UK domestic plug)
- France
- Norway

Yellow LED This mode must be selected for charging in the

at United Kingdom and France (limits the Schuko plug
UK/FR to 10 A repectively 8 A /14 A for GreenUp).

Yellow LED This mode, and only this mode, must be selected for
at charging in Norway (configures the device for use in
NORWAY earthing-free IT networks).

Yellow LED Disables the device's internal earth conductor monitoring.

at
EARTH OFF
WARNING
Mortal Danger!
This mode may only be used once you have checked that
the electrical installation and earthing have been correctly
connected. (Unbalanced loads and other inadequacies in
the grid can result in the earth conductor monitoring
detecting an irregularity with the earthing despite it being
correctly connected. This circumstance can not resolved in
any other way for technical reasons. This situation has been
repeatedly observed in Italy among other places.)

13.5. Reducing the charge intensity 13.6. Increasing the charge intensity
 Press the SELECT button before plugging  The charging intensity emitted by the JUICE
the connector into the car or in the 30 BOOSTER 2 can not be increased for safety
seconds afterwards. reasons.

 The green LED starts to flash indicating that

the vehicle is ready to charge. Press the
SELECT button as many times as necessary
until the LED is at the desired amperage.

 Pressing the button again after position 6 A

causes the LED to jump back to the
maximum value defined by the respective
adapter in use.

 Reducing the charge intensity is always

recommended for old installations and
continuous operation. This may also be
necessary if multiple e-cars are being
charged at outlets that share fuses or where
the outlets are fused for and specifically state
lower amp values.

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14. Maintenance and cleaning

WARNING 14.2. Maintenance

Mortal Danger! The device requires no maintenance. Be aware
that connectors and couplings are highly
14.1. Cleaning sensitive parts. Their contacts must always be
kept clean and dry. Corrosion on the contacts
 Disconnect the JUICE BOOSTER 2 from the
can lead to impaired function, overheating or
mains.
defects in the device.
 Only clean the outside of the device. Use a
soft, slightly damp or antistatic cloth. Do not Let humid or wet plugs dry completely. Always
use detergent or chemical agents to clean it. fit protective caps when not plugged in.
 Always keep the connectors and couplings,
particularly the contacts, clean and dry.
14.3. Repairs/Modifications
If plugs get wet, allow them to dry before
using. Always fit protective caps when not Repair work may only be carried out by qualified
plugged in. professionals.
Only the manufacturer may make modifications.

15. Malfunctions and faults

If one of the outlined procedures does not clear 15.1. Power failures/interruptions
the problem, please contact Customer Services,
Point 19.  After a power failure, the JUICE BOOSTER 2
automatically restarts the charging process
at the charge intensity set at the beginning of
the process.

 You can reset the JUICE BOOSTER 2 by

switching off the power, disconnecting the
plug from the mains and inserting it back into
the mains. Never pull out the mains adapter
during charging.

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15.2. Fault indications

In case of faults, all of the LEDs will flash red at intervals, alternating with a single red LED indicating the
error detected. D F
B

A C E G

Display The Possible cause Action

LED(s)
All LEDs No current from outlet Check that all connectors are pushed in
off fully (JUICE CONNECTOR until click is
heard).
Check the wiring.
Red LED Initialization error. If
at the power is ATTENTION
BOOSTER interrupted during the Risk of Damage!
(A) initialization process Disconnect the JUICE BOOSTER 2 from
(e.g. by an incorrectly the vehicle and the mains. Restart the
inserted mains process.
adapter), the JUICE
BOOSTER 2 will not
initialize correctly.

ditto If this occurs

repeatedly and in WARNING
succession at Mortal Danger!
different sockets and Try to release the relay by dropping
with different JUICE BOOSTER 2 onto the floor from a
adapters: hanging height of 20 cm. Repeat three times.
relay, stuck due to Then start a new charging process as
surge caused by the usual.
vehicle at the end of
the previous charging If the fault does not disappear, stop
process. This is using the device. Contact the
particularly common manufacturer.
with Renault cars.

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ditto If this error occurs

repeatedly with WARNING
different sockets and Mortal Danger!
different adapters: Stop using the device. Contact the
error in device. manufacturer.

Red LED Error on the car.

at WARNING
CAR Mortal Danger!
(B) Check your vehicle and the vehicle
connection socket. If no defects are
observed, restart the entire charging
process from the beginning.
If the error recurs, contact your garage /
car dealer.
Red LED Defect in the outlet or
at line or incorrectly ATTENTION
SOCKET connected mains Risk of Damage!
(C) adapter. Check the installation. Where applicable,
stop using this outlet. Check that the
adapter or mains adapter is undamaged
and correctly connected. Narrow the
fault down by using different adapters
and different outlets.
ditto Sensor in the
household adapter- WARNING
plug reports high Electric Fire!
temperature. Let plug and socket cool down. It will
restart automatically. After the third error,
charging will be finally stopped.

Red LED Earth conductor

at monitoring failed. DANGER
NO There may not be an Electric Shock Hazard!
EARTH earth conductor Do not charge at this installation. There
(D) connected to this is a risk of electric shock. Have the
outlet. installation checked by a specialist.
See also 13.4 – Unbalanced loads as
triggers and charging in Norway.

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Red LED FI circuit breaker has

at been triggered. The WARNING
RCD DC car is sending Mortal Danger!
(E) residual direct current In such cases, the standard prohibits
(DC) back into the automatic resetting. Disconnect the
mains network. JUICE BOOSTER 2 from the vehicle.
Restart the process.
If this fault occurs repeatedly in
succession: have your vehicle checked
by your garage.
Red LED FI circuit breaker has
at been triggered. The WARNING
RCD AC car is sending Mortal Danger!
(F) residual alternating In such cases, the standard prohibits
current (AC) back into automatic resetting. Disconnect the
the mains network. JUICE BOOSTER 2 from the vehicle.
Restart the process.
If this fault occurs repeatedly in
succession: have your vehicle checked
by your garage.
Red LED Charger is
at overheating. ATTENTION
HOT Risk of Damage!
(G) Stop the charging process at the vehicle.
Allow the JUICE BOOSTER 2 to cool
down.
In the event of a fault, the device will also
cool itself down automatically and restart
the charging process as soon as the
device temperature has dropped
sufficiently. Do not expose the device to
strong direct sunlight. Do not cover the
device in order to avoid overheating.
Red LEDs Initialisation of the
at RCD protection ATTENTION
A, E and F function inside the Risk of Damage!
device has failed. If this fault occurs repeatedly in
succession: Contact the manufacturer
and have the device checked.

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15.3. Special behaviour of Renault Zoe

Known problems with the Renault Zoe vehicle, mostly models with 43 kW charger. Request a technical
update at your garage in order to resolve these problems.
JUICE BOOSTER 2 was tested in Renault’s development centre in Paris-Guyancourt. These problems are
not caused by JUICE BOOSTER 2 and relate to the relevant charging infrastructure. However, JUICE
BOOSTER 2 does incorporate some unique optimized features and filters specifically to reduce the
sensitivity of the Renault onboard charger.

LED glows Charging process interrupted, will If no error message is displayed, the charging has
green restart again later by itself. been ended or paused by the vehicle by means of
constantly for a normal command. This situation has been
amp value set observed in the Renault Zoe in particular which
stops the charging process when the battery gets
hot among other reasons.
All LEDs off Fuse blown or FI (RCD) triggered It has been observed that the Renault Zoe ignores
in the building’s distribution the default current value and sets its own value.
network. The vehicle has
previously charged at a higher
amperage than that displayed on
the JUICE BOOSTER 2.
Charging Charging performance too low The Renault Zoe has difficulty charging lower than
does not start 13 A with a 3-phase line and lower than 8 A with a
or does abort single phase line (as also mentioned in the official
car user’s manual). The fault is in the design of
the car’s charging unit.
Charging Power network impacts The Renault Zoe sometimes reacts very nervous
does not start on conditions in the public power network (e.g.
or does abort impacts of other unclean users behind the same
transformer station, current fluctuation,
unbalanced current, ripple control signal etc.).
AC RCD The vehicle is sending residual Sometimes, for various reasons, the Renault Zoe
and/or DC currents into the mains network produces serious errors. The power supply quality
RCD or is producing a short circuit. can, but does not necessarily, act as a trigger
repeatedly (e.g. sudden unbalanced mains load or loss of a
triggered phase).
The error is always generated by the vehicle
however, always goes away spontaneously and is
in no way related to the JUICE BOOSTER 2 which
complies strictly with the standard and therefore
has to interrupt the charging process for your
safety.

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15.4. Resetting error messages 15.5. Mechanical components fail to

return to the basic status or
Review the error message first and make sure
connectors will not plug in
you have recognised and noted down the error.
Carry out the steps recommended above.  Please consult our Service Centre.

DANGER WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard! Mortal Danger!
 Check the components for damage. Do not
If you wish to reset the error message and touch any damaged parts and disconnect
restart the charging process, make sure there is the socket from the power before
no risk from the car, the wiring system and line disconnecting the device.
or from the JUICE BOOSTER 2. Disconnect the
device at the vehicle and at the outlet to reset
the fault detection.
15.6. Obvious damage to the JUICE
Restart the charging process as usual.
BOOSTER 2 or attached cables
 Stop using the JUICE BOOSTER 2. If
necessary, disconnect the device from the
power supply by activating the external FI
switch or triggering the fuse.

WARNING
Mortal Danger!
 Mortal danger can result from live housing
parts and bare cables!

16. What to do in the event of an accident involving

electricity

1. Keep yourself insulated at all times and stay aware of the overall situation. Do not touch anything!

2. Turn the electricity off.

Pull out the mains plug, trip the ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI).
If necessary, move the victim away from the live parts using a non-conductive object (e.g. insulating
pole or rescue rod).

3. Call the emergency services. Call dialogue:

 Who is calling?

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 What happened?
 Where did it happen?
 How many people are injured/affected?

4. Instigate emergency first aid:

If the victim is unconscious:

Move the victim into the recovery position on his/her side. This is necessary even if the
victim’s breathing and pulse appear normal. Keep the victim's air passages free.

If the victim is not breathing and has no pulse:

Perform immediate mouth-to-nose or mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Also apply chest compressions if there is no heartbeat (in some countries this
can only be done by trained first-aiders)

The basic rule is: Anyone who has been in contact with electric current should always be checked over by
a doctor – even if they are apparently uninjured. It is generally necessary to monitor their heart rate for a
day to rule out the risk of sudden heart rhythm problems, which could be fatal.

17. What to do in the event of an electrical fire

1. Alert the fire service. Call dialogue:

 Who is calling?
 What happened?
 Where did it happen?

2. Keep yourself safe. Even small quantities of smoke can be lethal!

3. If possible, trip the GFCI or trip the main fuse

4. Extinguish the fire with a fire-extinguisher that is approved for electrical fires (see label on fire-
extinguisher). Maintain a minimum distance of 1 m.

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18. Warranty and Guarantee

Our products undergo strict quality control. We 18.3. Making a warranty/guarantee

are therefore very sorry if any article you have claim
purchased from us does not function perfectly
and we ask you to contact our Customer  Have the following documents to hand. They
form the basis for making your claim:
Services, as detailed below. Please contact us
- Delivery note (your warranty runs from the
by phone or e-mail. delivery date)
- Invoice (proof of purchase)
In addition to the statutory guarantee, we - Warranty certificate with device serial
provide a warranty for all article purchased from number
us in accordance with the following conditions.
This does not affect your common law rights.  Please contact our Customer Services (Point
19) by e-mail, fax or telephone. They will
open a warranty ticket, record your fault
description and give you the ticket number
18.1. Warranty period
and correct shipping address.
 The warranty is valid for two years from the
date of purchase and is regulated by law.  Please do not send your device to one of
Warranty claims must be made during the our warehouses or to our headquarters
warranty period as soon as the defect is without first making contact, as our Service
identified. Centres are located elsewhere. The parcel
would be returned to you at your own
expense.
18.2. Guarantee period
 If the defect is covered by our warranty, you
 The guarantee period is 2 years from the will receive a new or repaired device within a
date of purchase. The guarantee applies to reasonable period of time. In such cases,
the continent on which the device was JUICE TECHNOLOGY AG will cover the
purchased and takes the form of a Bring-In return postage costs to the following
warranty/guarantee. countries: DE, CH, LI, AT, FR, IT, UK, NL, BE,
LU, DK.
 During the guarantee period, devices that are
faulty due to material or manufacturing
defects shall either be repaired or replaced, 18.4. Warranty/guarantee exclusion
at our discretion. Exchanged devices or parts
thereof become our property. Exercise of the Warranty/guarantee claims are void if:
guarantee shall not extend the guarantee  there is evidence of incorrect or inappropriate
period or trigger a new warranty/guarantee. handling, operation or transportation
 the device has been used not as intended
 Claims under the guarantee (as with  adapters and cables other than JUICE
guarantee claims) must be made within the CONNECTOR safety adapters and cables
guarantee period as soon as the defect is have been used
discovered.  accessories/spare parts other than those
recommended or supplied by the
manufacturer have been used
 the JUICE CONNECTOR safety adapter or
cable has been disconnected while under
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 the mains plug has been disconnected while The warranty/guarantee does not cover:
under load
 there is corrosion to the connector contacts  any type of conventional wear and tear or
due to persistent dampness and/or wetness wear to the housing, rubber parts, cables,
 Ingress of water/liquids via unprotected or cable sleeves and connectors.
unplugged plugs and connectors and  loss of the protection pins against contact on
through water pipes. the JUICE CONNECTOR plug. This does not
 the operating instructions have not been affect safety or function, is not required by
followed any standard and is therefore excluded from
 major environmental factors (moisture, heat, the warranty.
overvoltage, dust etc.)
 damage caused by short circuits or
overvoltages generated by the vehicle
 the device is returned in inadequately Protection pins
protective packaging against contact on
 accident or unforeseen events (e.g. lightning, JUICE
water, fire, force majeure) CONNECTOR plug
 the safety precautions applicable to the (m)
device have not been taken
 safety instructions and hazard warnings have
not been heeded
 force has been used (e.g. the device has
suffered a blow, impact, fall, overrun, crush, 18.5. Repairs
demolition)
 the device has been tampered with by  We will be happy to repair any defects or
someone other than our authorised Service damage to the device not (or no longer)
Centre covered by the warranty in return for a
 you have attempted to repair the device charge. Please contact our Customer
yourself Services for an individual quote. You are
 modifications have been made by someone responsible for shipping costs.
other than the manufacturer  A processing fee will be charged for shipped
 the housing, connectors, cables etc. have devices that do not have any defects
been opened or manipulated covered by warranty and that the client
wishes not to have repaired.

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19. Service information / Customer Services

www.juice-technology.com/service
Looking for the fast lane? In case of technical issues or for warranty claims, please fill in our online service
form, address see above.
We will get back to you as soon as possible and assist you with our support.

Always contact our Service Centre by online-form, telephone or e-mail before sending the article to us.
They will discuss with you how to proceed and, if necessary, will give you an ticket number and the
correct delivery address:

JUICE TECHNOLOGY AG
Customer Service

Telefon +41 41 510 02 19

E-Mail service@juice-technology.com

20. Notes

We reserve the right to make changes in the interests of technical improvement.

JUICE TECHNOLOGY AG cannot guarantee that all requirements, specifications and standards are free of
third-party intellectual property rights.

21. Supplier

JUICE TECHNOLOGY AG
CH-6330 Cham, Switzerland
www.juice-technology.com
E-Mail: info@juice-technology.com
Telefon: +41 41 510 02 19

Attention: Do not send devices or goods to this address. Warehouses and Service Centres are located
elsewhere and are different for each country.
Goods sent to this address will be returned at the sender’s expense. We regret that we must pass on any
rerouting or customs costs.

Online form: www.juice-technology.com/service

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22. Disposal / Recycling

Waste separation
Waste electrical equipment may not be disposed of with domestic rubbish.
Return to any electrical retailer for disposal.

After they have been dismantled (only by qualified professionals), obsolete devices must be rendered
unusable to prevent subsequent accidents.

This device is labelled in accordance with Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment–WEEE). The Directive provides for the return and recycling of waste equipment throughout the
EU.

It is not permitted to dispose of this equipment with ordinary domestic waste. Dispose of this device at a
recycling centre that collects electrical and electronic equipment separately.

The JUICE BOOSTER 2 is made of recyclable materials. Electrical and electronic products, including
cables, connectors and accessories must be disposed of, separately if possible, in accordance with the
local regulations.

Recycling
Recyclable goods

Separate packaging and the electrical device by material type for disposal. Card and cardboard with waste
paper or waste cardboard, film in the container for synthetic materials and dispose of electronic parts with
an electrical retailer or a community recycling centre.

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