diff --git a/source/_integrations/ohme.markdown b/source/_integrations/ohme.markdown index faf7853281f..28f9af05a6b 100644 --- a/source/_integrations/ohme.markdown +++ b/source/_integrations/ohme.markdown @@ -143,6 +143,58 @@ The `ohme.set_price_cap` action is used to set the price cap threshold. This can | `config_entry` | No | The config entry of the account to apply the price cap to. | | `price_cap` | No | Threshold in 1/100ths of your local currency. | + +## Use cases + +This integration enables several use cases to optimise efficiency of a solar and/or battery storage system. + +### Solar charging +Use the charger mode to maximize solar consumption: +- Set the charger to "Paused" when solar production is low +- Switch to "Max charge" during peak solar hours + +### Battery storage +If you have a home battery system: +- Charge your EV when the battery is above certain capacity +- Pause EV charging when the battery needs replenishing + +## Examples + +### Send a notification on status change + +To be notified when the status of the charger changes, for example when a vehicle is plugged in, you can use an automation. + +{% raw %} +```yaml +# Example automation +triggers: + - trigger: state + entity_id: + - sensor.ohme_home_pro_status + from: unplugged +actions: + - action: notify.mobile_app_iphone + data: + message: "Vehicle plugged in" +``` +{% endraw %} + + +## Troubleshooting + +### Entities are shown as unavailable +You may need to power cycle your charger. Please see the [manufactuer's guidance](https://ohme-ev.com/support/my-charger-is-offline/) for the procedure. + +## Data updates + +This integration fetches data every 30 seconds with the following exceptions: +- CT readings are fetched every minute. +- Device settings are fetched every 30 minutes. + +## Known limitations + +The integration does not provide the ability to manage vehicles or routines, which can instead be managed on the manufacturer's app. + ## Removing the integration This integration follows standard integration removal. No extra steps are required.