Warning: Alfen charge stations with firmware 7.2.0
Firmware version 7.2.0 does not work with Smart Charging. This can lead to site overloads or EV drivers being unable to charge.
What this means
- Smart Charging control signals may not be applied correctly by the charge station.
- Charge stations can draw more power than intended.
- Sessions might fail to start or stop unexpectedly.
Who is affected
- Sites using Alfen charge stations running firmware 7.2.0.
- Sites that rely on Smart Charging to manage available capacity.
What to do
- Check the firmware version on the Alfen charge station.
- If it is 7.2.0, update the firmware to 7.3.0 or newer.
- After changing firmware, verify Smart Charging behavior with a test session.