If I have Solar panels, can I use the Solar charging modes?
Yes, this is possible if you have a Solar-compatible Project EV or EVIQ charger, along with a CT clamp installed.
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Can I use solar charging without additional hardware?
To use solar charging, your charger must be configured with a CT clamp during installation. Without a CT clamp, enabling solar functionality will result in a charging slowdown, limiting the charge to 6 amps for security reasons.
Can I use solar charging together with smart charge?
Yes, solar charging can be used with smart charge, but smart solar must be enabled for both features to work seamlessly.
What are the different solar charging modes?
Mix Energy Mode: Charges your EV with 6 amps from the grid, supplementing the remaining current from solar energy. Clean Energy Mode: Powers your EV entirely with solar energy.