Stay safe while charging your electric vehicle. Follow these tips:
- Visually inspect the charging cable before use. Never use a damaged charger.
- Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on how to charge.
- Never use an extension cord or multiplug adapter when charging electric vehicles.
- Only use manufacturer provided or approved charging cables. Never use an adapter to change charging types.
- Never alter or modify your electric vehicle or its battery.
- Properly store chargers when not in use to prevent damage.
- Cover chargers to manufacturer’s specifications to avoid water damage.
- Ensure you have proper GFCI protection to protect against electric shocks.
- Be aware of your surroundings. Do not accidentally come in contact with chargers when driving or parking.
- Make sure your charging equipment has been certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory.
- All electric vehicle chargers should be installed by a qualified electrician.
Source: ESFI.org
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