Charger displays E07 and refuses to charge; may be logged as ‘contactor fault’ or ‘relay weld detection’.
Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: A welded contactor can leave the output live even when the charger indicates OFF. Do not open the charger or touch internal wiring unless you are a qualified electrician. Isolate power at the upstream breaker before any inspection.
Steps to try:
- Stop using the charger: Turn OFF the dedicated EV charger breaker and leave it OFF until the contactor is checked.
- Check for residual voltage (electrician only): A professional should verify that no voltage is present at the charger output when the contactor is commanded open.
- Inspect contactor: The technician should open the enclosure, visually inspect the power contactor for signs of overheating or melting, and test coil and auxiliary contacts.
- Replace defective contactor: If welding or mechanical failure is found, replace the power contactor assembly with a Hager‑approved part. Ensure all terminals are tightened to the specified torque.
- Test operation: After replacement, perform several start/stop cycles with a vehicle connected to confirm that E07 no longer appears and that the contactor opens and closes correctly.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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