2019 OPEL AMPERA E charging screen

Driving and operating201To cancel a temporary override,
unplug the charge cord, wait for
10 seconds, and then plug the charge
cord back in. A double audible chirp
will sound and charging will be
delayed.
Temporary override of a delayed charge mode
Programmed delayed charge modes can be temporarily overridden to animmediate charge mode for one
charge cycle. Also, the next planned
departure time can be temporarily
overridden for one charge cycle. In
addition to the in-vehicle overrides via the programmable charging screens,
there are other ways to temporarily
override a delayed charge mode.
Programmed charging override
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The Temporary override provides the
ability to set temporary charge items
for the next charge cycle.
Touch the Temporary override tab on
the Charging screen.
Select:
● Immediate : Charge immediately
at plug in.
● Temporary Departure : Set the
temporary departure time.
● Off: Cancel temporary charge
mode.
To override or cancel an active
charging cycle, touch Stop on the
Charging screen.
Target charge level
This mode allows the charging range
for the vehicle to be set based on what
is needed. When at a public pay
station and a full charge is not
needed, the target charge level can
be set to only get as much range as
needed.
If driving on a hill, the target charge
level can be set to stop the charge
before the battery is full to allow space for energy from regenerative braking
when going down a hill.
There is a minimum target charge
level. Once this level is reached, – will be grayed out.
Touch Target Charge Level on the
charging screen.
Touch + or – to increase or decrease
the charge level.

202Driving and operating
A reminder will be displayed on the
instrument cluster to show target
charge level set.
If the target charge level is higher than
80%, fast charging on the instrument
cluster will show a solid line to 80%, a
shaded line up to the target charge
level, and the time to complete 80%.
If the target charge level is less than
80%, fast charging on the instrument cluster will show a shaded line up tothe target charge level and the time to complete.
Target charge level defaults to 100%
if the 12 V vehicle battery becomes
discharged.
Location based charging
With Location-based charging
enabled, the Charge mode and
Charge limit preference are saved
and set back to the customer’s
preference every time the vehicle is
returned to the saved Home location.
When the vehicle is not at the saved
Home location, then the vehicle will
default to the lower limit of Charge
limit preference and the Charge
mode will be set to Immediate.
When Location-based charging is
On and the vehicle is away from the
saved Home location, then the
selection for the charge mode will be
disabled and the selection will be
greyed out.After 90 days, a notification will
display and the Charge limit
preference will need to be reset for
the next 90 days. Important
information about portable electric
vehicle charging 3 205.
When the GPS location is not
available, dashes will be displayed
and location based charging will be
disabled until the GPS is restored.
To use location based charging, a
Home location must first be stored.
To store a Home location:
1. From the Energy home screen,
touch Charging Options .
2. Touch Location-based charging .
3. Touch Set home location v .
4. Touch OK.
5. Touch On to enable Location-
based charging .
To change the stored Home location:
1. Touch Update Home Location v
on the Location-based charging
screen.
2. Touch Update, then OK to set the
new home location.

Driving and operating203● Touch Cancel to make no
changes.
● Touch Remove to clear the
location and turn location
based charging off.
Charging interrupted or
overridden pop-up
The Charging override / interruption
occurred pop-up will appear if any of
the following conditions occur:
● The charging settings have been
modified via OnStar through the
website or the mobile app. For
example, the departure time
tables, the rate tables, or the
charge mode were updated using
the customer website (available
in select regions).
● There was an unintended loss of AC power during the plug-in
charge event. For example, there was a power outage or the
charge cord was unplugged from the wall.Programmable charging disabled
When the programmable charging
system is disabled, the Unable to
charge screen will be displayed.
Programmed charging override
To temporarily override a delayed charge event, unplug the charge cord from the charge port and then plug it
back in within 5 seconds. A single
horn chirp will sound and charging will begin immediately.
To cancel a temporary override,
unplug the charge cord, wait for
10 seconds, and then plug the charge cord back in. A double horn chirp will
sound and charging will be delayed.
Programmable charging 3 196.
Charging status
The vehicle has a charging status
indicator at the centre of the
instrument panel near the
windscreen. When the vehicle is
plugged in and the vehicle power is
off, the charging status indicator
indicates the following:

Driving and operating207electrical outlet / plug
overheated. Use another
electrical outlet or have the
electrical outlet serviced by a
qualified electrician. Reset the
charge cord by unplugging the
charge cord from the electrical
outlet and re-plugging it.
● c is off and d flashes red:
Vehicle fault: The charge cord ground-fault circuit interrupter
has tripped. Ensure that there is no physical damage to the
charge cord and that the vehicle
plug is seated completely and making a good connection. Reset the charge cord by unplugging
from the electrical outlet and re- plugging it. If the fault remains,
consult a workshop for a service.
● c solid green and d flashes red:
charge cord fault: The charge
cord has detected a potential
problem with the charge cord.
Reset the charge cord by
unplugging from the electrical
outlet and re-plugging it. If the
fault remains, seek the
assistance of a workshop.If no status indicator is lit, ensure the
electrical outlet is powered.
Charge level selection9 Warning
If the capacity of the electrical
circuit or AC socket is not known,
only use the lowest charge level
until the circuit capacity has been
inspected by a qualified
electrician. Using a charge level
that exceeds either the electrical
circuit or the AC outlet capacity
may start a fire or damage the
electrical circuit.
Note
By choosing a reduced charge level,
the charging time is increased.
Charge limit selection can be made
using the Charge limit preference
screen on the Info Display.
Charge limit selection 3 196.
Grounding instructions
This product must be grounded. If this
product should malfunction or break
down, grounding provides a path of
least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord that
has a grounding conductor. The plug
must be plugged into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.9 Warning
Improper connection of the charge
cord ground may cause electrical
shock. Check with a qualified
electrician if there is doubt as to
whether the charge circuit is
properly grounded. Do not modify
the plug provided with the product.
If it will not fit the electrical outlet,
have a proper electrical outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.