2021 TOYOTA RAV4 PRIME DC charging inlet

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Charging operation
Charging equipment
Charging equipment and names
AC charging inlet
AC charging inlet light
Charging indicator
AC charging inlet capCharging port lid
AC charging cable
Charging portA
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2. Charging operation
WARNING
■Power sources precautions
Observe the following precautions.
If you do not follow them, fire, electrical shock or damage may occur, possi-
bly resulting in death or serious injury.
● Connect to an AC 120 V outlet (NEMA 5-15R) with a Ground-Fault Circuit-
Interrupter (GFCI) and supplied by a circuit breaker per your l ocal code.
Use of a 15A individual circuit is strongly recommended.
● Use of a block heater for charging is prohibited.
● Make sure to connect the charging connector and AC charging inl et
directly.
Do not connect a converting adaptor or extension cord between t he
charging connector and AC charging inlet.
● Do not connect the AC charging cable
to a multi-outlet adaptor, multi-plugs, or
conversion plug.
● Connecting the AC charging cable to an
extension cord is strictly prohibited. The
extension cord may overheat and does
not contain a Ground-Fault Circuit-Inter-
rupter (GFCI).
The leakage detection function of the
CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device) may not operate correctly.
● Do not connect to a power strip.

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Prepare the AC charging cable.
Insert the AC charging cable
into the outlet of the external
power source.
Make sure to hold the body of the
plug and insert it firmly into the out-
let.
Check that the power indicator on
the CCID (Charging Circuit Inter-
rupting Device) is illuminated.
In order to reduce the load on the
outlet and plug, when inserting the
plug, use a string, etc. to hang the
CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device) on a hook or equivalent.
Unlock the doors and open the
charging port lid.
The AC charging inlet light ()
will illuminate.
Remove the AC charging inlet
cap and secure it into the
holder on the charging port lid.
When charging
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Charging operation
Remove the charging connec-
tor cap and secure it to the
cable.
Insert the charging connector
into the AC charging inlet.
Align the guide position on the bot-
tom of the charging connector, and
push the charging connector
straight into the AC charging inlet
as far as possible.
Once a click sound is heard, check
that the charging connector is
securely locked.
When the charging connector is inserted straight as far as possible, it will
automatically lock.
Confirm that the charging indi-
cator of the charging port is illu-
minated.
Charging will not start if the
charging indicator does not illumi-
nate when the charging connector
is inserted.
If the charging indicator is flashing,
the charging schedule is regis-
tered.
If the error warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit In terrupting
Device) flashes during charging, refer to “OWNER’S MANUAL” and follow
the correction procedure.
The charging indicator will turn off when charging is completed .
The charging indicator will also turn off when charging is interrupted. In this
case, refer to “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Charging operation
Unlock the doors to unlock the charging connector.
The charging connector will be unlocked and the AC charging inlet light will
illuminate when the doors are unlocked.
Pull the charging connector
towards you while pressing the
latch release button.
If the latch release button is
pressed during charging (while the
charging indicator is illuminated),
charging will be interrupted.
Attach the charging connector cap.
Attach the AC charging inlet ca p and close the charging port lid.
Remove the plug from the outlet when the charging equipment will
not be used for a prolonged period of time.
Hold the body of the plug when removing.
Make sure to put the cable away immediately after disconnecting .
When leaving the plug inserted, inspect the plug and connector once a
month to check if dirt or dust has accumulated.
After charging
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WARNING
■ AC charging inlet
Do not disassemble, repair or modify the AC charging inlet. Doi ng so may
lead to unforeseen accidents or serious injury. When the AC cha rging inlet
needs to be repaired, consult your Toyota dealer.
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2. Charging operation
WARNING
■When charging
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause an unexpected accident, resulting in death or
serious injury.
● Connect to a power source suitable for charging.
● Check that the AC charging cable, plug and outlet are free of f oreign mat-
ter.
● Before charging, check that the AC charging inlet is not deform ed, dam-
aged or corroded, and check that the inlet is free of foreign matter such as
dirt, snow and ice.
If there is dirt or dust in these areas, remove completely befo re inserting
the charging connector.
● Do not get the terminals of the AC charging inlet wet.
● Only use outlets where the plug can be securely inserted.
● Do not bundle or wind the AC charging cable while charging, as doing so
may result in overheating.
● Do not touch the terminals of the charging connector and AC cha rging
inlet with a sharp metal objects (needles etc.) or hands, or sh ort them with
foreign objects.
● When charging outdoors, make sure to connect to a weatherproof outlet
for outdoor use. Ensure the weatherproof outlet cover closes co mpletely. If
the weatherproof outlet cover cannot be closed, install a weath erproof out-
let cover that will close.
● In order to stop charging at the charging station, follow the instructions of
the charger.
● If any heat, smoke, odors, noise or other abnormalities are noticed during
charging, stop charging immediately.
● Do not insert the plug if the outlet is submerged in water or s now.
● When charging while it is raining or snowing, do not connect or disconnect
the plug if your hands are wet. Also, do not get the plug or outlet wet.
● Do not charge the vehicle during a lightning storm.
● Prevent the AC charging cable from being caught in the door or back door.
● Do not let the wheels on the AC charging cable, plug, charging connector
and CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
● Firmly insert the plug into the outlet.
● Do not use an extension cord and converting adaptor.

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2. Charging operation
NOTICE
■When using the AC chargi ng cable and related parts
To prevent damage to the AC charging cable and related parts, o bserve the
following precautions.
● When interrupting or canceling charging, remove the charging co nnector
before removing the plug.
● When removing the AC charging cable, check that the charging co nnector
is unlocked.
● Do not forcefully pull the charging connector cap and AC charging inlet
cap.
● Do not apply a vibration to the charging connector while chargi ng.
Charging may be stopped.
● Do not insert anything but the charging connector into the AC charging
inlet.
● When inserting the plug into or removing the plug from the outlet, make
sure to hold the body of the plug.
● Do not damage the AC charging inlet cap with a sharp object.
● Do not forcefully pull the AC charging cable that is caught or entangled.
If the cable is entangled, disentangle it before using.
■ When charging
Do not insert the plug into the AC charging inlet.
The AC charging inlet may be damaged.
■ After charging
● Store the AC charging cable out of reach from infants and child ren.
● After disconnecting the charging connector from the AC charging inlet,
make sure to put on the AC charging inlet cap and close the cha rging port
lid.
If the AC charging inlet cap is not put on, water or foreign objects may
enter the AC charging inlet, which could lead to vehicle damage .
● After removing the plug from the outlet, keep it in a safe plac e free from
moisture and dust.
The AC charging cable or plug may be damaged if the cable is stepped on
or ridden over by the vehicle.