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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
Inspecting and maintaining the AC
charging cable
For safety, inspect the AC charging cable on a routine basis.
WARNING
■ Routine inspection
Check the following points regularly.
Failure to do so may cause an unexpected accident, resulting in death or
serious injury.
● The AC charging cable, plug, charging connector, CCID (Charging Circuit
Interrupting Device) etc. have not been damaged.
● The outlet has not been damaged.
● The plug can be securely inserted into the outlet.
● The plug does not get extremely hot during use.
● The tip of the plug has not been deformed.
● The plug is not dirtied by dust etc.
Remove the plug from the outlet before inspecting it. If any ab normalities
are found in the AC charging cable as a result of the inspection, immedi-
ately stop use and consult your Toyota dealer.
■ Maintaining the AC charging cable
When the AC charging cable is dirty, first remove the dirt with a hard,
wringed cloth, and then wipe the cable with a dry cloth.
However, never wash it with water. If the AC charging cable is washed with
water, fire or electric shock may occur during charging, possib ly resulting in
death or serious injury.
■ When not using the AC charging cable for a long time
Remove the plug from the outlet. Dust could accumulate on the plug or in
the outlet, possibly causing overheating which could lead to a fire.
Also, keep the cable in a place free from moisture.
