Hardwire Grizzl-E Charger

[jetfixr1]

Has anyone had success hardwiring the Grizzl-E charger? It comes standard with a NEMA 14-50 plug, and their install manual states that you can hardwire it. However, the terminal lug is some weird metric size that I have a hard time finding. At this point, I am considering cutting the male end off the NEMA 14-50 plug and splicing into my existing wiring using the existing harness.

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[priceb]

I used Southwire 21001 for the two hot wires and Southwire LUG8-14CQ2 for the ground.

 

[StrikesTwice]

Has anyone had success hardwiring the Grizzl-E charger? It comes standard with a NEMA 14-50 plug, and their install manual states that you can hardwire it. However, the terminal lug is some weird metric size that I have a hard time finding. At this point, I am considering cutting the male end off the NEMA 14-50 plug and splicing into my existing wiring using the existing harness.

That’s how my electrician did it. Just cut off the male plug and ran it into the junction box.

 

[jetfixr1]

That’s how my electrician did it. Just cut off the male plug and ran it into the junction box.

Sweet! I just saw this post. I actually found the terminal lug, im considering ordering it just to avoid the splicing in the run.

 

[queuewho]

When it inevitably fails and you have to send it back, you might not be happy you hard wired. Dealing with their support now to try to get a replacement going.

 

[Adventureboy]

When it inevitably fails and you have to send it back, you might not be happy you hard wired. Dealing with their support now to try to get a replacement going.

What type of failure did you have?

I have had two Grizzl-E chargers. The first one was the smart charger I got for my wife's MME. I had a few errors in the first couple of weeks and was ready to call in for a replacement. Then it started working perfectly. I think the heavy-duty relays needed a couple of weeks to break in. Replaced it with a Grizzl-E duo when my Lightning came in and same thing. The first couple of weeks a few errors then no problem since.

They don't seem to like brownouts or quick power fluctuations. It has gone into error mode a few times when the power glitches.

 

[queuewho]

What type of failure did you have?

I have had two Grizzl-E chargers. The first one was the smart charger I got for my wife's MME. I had a few errors in the first couple of weeks and was ready to call in for a replacement. Then it started working perfectly. I think the heavy-duty relays needed a couple of weeks to break in. Replaced it with a Grizzl-E duo when my Lightning came in and same thing. The first couple of weeks a few errors then no problem since.

They don't seem to like brownouts or quick power fluctuations. It has gone into error mode a few times when the power glitches.

It's a duo, which had no errors or issues as long as I have had it, since sept 2021. We don't have power outages or brownouts, as we have had solar and backup power since before it has been plugged in. One day a couple weeks ago, it was just dead, no lights, no sounds. I opened it up and there was a red light on the inside. Just this AM their support had me demonstrate this behavior on video and then agreed to send a replacement when I send the old one back.

The guy on the phone was super responsive, so if I have one recommendation, it's that you should open a ticket and then call and reference it.

 

[Adventureboy]

It's a duo, which had no errors or issues as long as I have had it, since sept 2021. We don't have power outages or brownouts, as we have had solar and backup power since before it has been plugged in. One day a couple weeks ago, it was just dead, no lights, no sounds. I opened it up and there was a red light on the inside. Just this AM their support had me demonstrate this behavior on video and then agreed to send a replacement when I send the old one back.

The guy on the phone was super responsive, so if I have one recommendation, it's that you should open a ticket and then call and reference it.

Excellent, I'm glad they were responsive. I actually sent them an email this morning with a couple of recommendations on the power grid glitches. We don't have many but mine seems to be really sensitive.

 

[jetfixr1]

It's a duo, which had no errors or issues as long as I have had it, since sept 2021. We don't have power outages or brownouts, as we have had solar and backup power since before it has been plugged in. One day a couple weeks ago, it was just dead, no lights, no sounds. I opened it up and there was a red light on the inside. Just this AM their support had me demonstrate this behavior on video and then agreed to send a replacement when I send the old one back.

The guy on the phone was super responsive, so if I have one recommendation, it's that you should open a ticket and then call and reference it.

Glad to hear they are atleast responsive. I like the simple design of it and the aluminum enclosure. Only non plastic charger I could find. Did you check the fuse? I like that these models have a simple replaceable fuse.

 

[queuewho]

Glad to hear they are atleast responsive. I like the simple design of it and the aluminum enclosure. Only non plastic charger I could find. Did you check the fuse? I like that these models have a simple replaceable fuse.

I checked all parts of it, I'd much rather change a fuse than pack this thing up to send back for a new one. Used a little usb scope camera thing too, I couldn't find any sign of anything amiss.

 

[jetfixr1]

Glad to hear they are atleast responsive. I like the simple design of it and the aluminum enclosure. Only non plastic charger I could find. Did you check the fuse? I like that these models have a simple replaceable fuse.

Are they paying shipping for your return since its under warranty?

 

[MTcowpoke]

I hardwired my Grizzle-e smart with some off the shelf lugs and a hydraulic crimper on 6 awg. It's and outdoor install and has had lots of rain and snow on it and has worked flawlessly since I installed it. Only thing I haven't got working is the smart part. I put in a wifi range extender but just haven't taken the time to troubleshot it.

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