In the latest version of the Simpson & Partners App, we’ve updated our Solar Charging options to better suits the needs of our customers. Users can access our two dynamic solar charging modes to charge their EV with surplus energy. You can now also use Solar charging modes in combination with schedules to make the most of cheap rates and sunny days.
Solar charging can be turned on from the settings menu. You can access this by pressing the cog in the top right corner of the home screen.
Once you're in the Settings menu, turn on Solar Charging under the 'General' tab.
Once you've turned on Solar Charging, two new options should appear on the Home Screen. Tap these to turn on Eco or Eco+ mode.
A dynamic mode that will continue charging if generation drops below charging threshold. Eco Mode will use energy from the grid to top up the rate of charge if needed.
How it works:
A solar-only mode designed to use surplus generation exclusively. Will stop automatically if the surplus does not meet minimum charging requirements.
How it works:
Solar charging modes are designed to work seamlessly with any other schedules you may have set. Users are also able to override solar charging at any time if they require a faster charge using grid energy.
Schedules
Users can use both Solar Charging and Scheduled Charging at once. If both Solar Charging and a Schedule are active, Solar Charging will turn off during the scheduled times and charging will continue at full power from the grid. Once the schedule ends, the chargepoint will revert back to Solar Charging automatically.
Override
Users can override Solar Charging at any time with the Override button. When Solar Charging is overridden, the chargepoint will charge at full power from the grid. If Override is turned off, or the vehicle completes its charge, the chargepoint will revert back to Solar Charging automatically.