Page 14 - Norris Electric News April 2022

14 ELECTRIC VEHICLE SAFETY
Electric vehicles (EVs) are fun to drive and do not emit exhaust. However, taking proper precautions is essential to a safe charge!
PLUG DIRECTLY
INTO AN OUTLET
Never use an extension
cord or multi-plug adapter with a charging cord. Instead, plug directly into an appropriate outlet.
FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS Manufacturers provide important instructions for charging your vehicle. Follow these closely.
USE NAME-BRAND
CHARGERS
Charging equipment should be sold or endorsed by the EV manufacturer. This is not the time to bargain hunt!
CHECK PUBLIC
STATIONS
When using a public charging station, look for excessive wear and damage to the equipment.
KEEP OUT OF REACH Make it a habit to place
all charging components out of children’s reach when not in use.
USE A LICENSED
CONTRACTOR
Have a Level 2 charger installed on its own circuit by a professional who will assess if your home can handle the load.
LOOK FOR WEAR
AND TEAR
Frequently check for wear and damage to charging cords, plugs and ports, which could present a shock hazard.
REMEMBER
The biggest difference between Level 1 and
Level 2 charging is the amount of time it takes to charge a vehicle.
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