100 2-2 . Charging
Things to know before charging
Make sure to read the following precautions before charging the traction battery .
■ Safety functions
●The EV system will not start while the charging cable is attached to the vehicle , even if the power
switch is operated .
●If the charging cable is connected
while the “ READY ” indicator is illuminated , the EV system will stop automatically and driving will not be possible .
WARNING
■ Caution when charging
People with implantable cardiac pacemakers or cardiac resynchronization therapy-pacemakers should not carry out the charging procedure . Ask someone else to do it .
●Do not approach the charger and charging cable while charging . Charging procedure may affect
the operation of such devices .
●Do not remain in the vehicle during charging . Charging procedure may affect
the operation of such devices .
●Do not enter the vehicle even to take something out of the luggage compartment . Charging procedure may affect the operation of such devices .
■ When the charging cable is connected to the vehicle
Do not change the shift position from P .
In the unlikely event that the charging cable has been damaged , the shift position may change from P to another position and the vehicle could move , possibly leading to an accident .
■ Charging precautions
This vehicle has been designed to allow charging from an external power source using an AC charging cable for exclusive use
with standard household AC outlets .
However , the vehicle differs greatly from standard household electrical goods in the following
ways , and incorrect usage could cause fire or electric shock , possibly leading to death or serious
injury .
●When 240V charging , a large amount of current will flow for a long time .
●Charging can be conducted outdoors .
NOTICE
■ Charging precautions
To charge properly , follow the procedure after reading the explanation below . Charging is intended to be carried out by licensed drivers only who properly understand the charging procedure .
●Do not allow people who is not used to charging , such as children , to perform charging without supervision . Also , keep the AC charging cable out of reach of infants .