TOYOTA 2013 Prius PHV - Manual (Page 14)

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1. Charging operation
PRIUS PHV_QG_OM47788U_(U)
CAUTION
■ When charging
Follow these points when charging. If you do not follow them, fire or electri-
cal shock may occur, possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
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Connect to a power source suitable for charging.
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Check that the outlet, charging cable and charging inlet are not damaged.
● Check that the tips of the plug have not been deformed.
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If the plug is dirty or dusty, clean it before inserting.
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Plugging into the outlet that is located in a spot that is not high above the
ground or floor is recommended.
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Insert the plug firmly into the outlet.
● Do not touch the electrical terminals of the charging connector or short it
with foreign objects.
● Do not get water in the charging inlet.
Do not wash the vehicle while the charging cable is connected to the vehi-
cle.
● Do not touch metal objects or pointed objects (needles etc.) to the port of
the charging inlet.
● Do not charge if the charging cable is coiled or bundled.
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Wrapping 120 V charging cable while in-use is not recommended because
cable may overheat. Failure to rewrap charging cable when not in-use
could result in strangulation or tripping hazard.
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After connecting the charging cable, confirm that it is not bent.
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Do not place heavy objects on the charging cable.
● If charging is interrupted, remove the charging connector before removing
the plug.