Kia niro ev - Charging Your Electric Vehicle

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*IF EQUIPPED ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPERATING INFORMATION AND SAFETY WARNINGS.
POWER
Level 1 Charging – “Trickle” Charge
A Level 1 or “trickle” charger is the most common type of charging system for an electric vehicle. This type
of charger uses 120 volts/12 amps of household electricity and takes up to 60 hours for a full charge.
Trickle Charger Indicators:
A
ICCB – In-Cable Control Box
B
AC Plug
C
Power – Indicates that the charger is plugged
in and functioning
D
Charge – Indicates that the vehicle is charging
E
Fault – Indicates charge failure
F
Charge Level – Indicates the level
of charge – L (8A), M (10A), or H (12A)
REMINDER: Do not use an extension cord. Plug trickle charger directly into wall socket. Do not charge to a receptacle that is not a dedicated
circuit, old, damaged, corroded or cracked.
Level 2 Charging – “Normal” Charge
A Level 2 or “normal” 240-volt/32-amp charger is the recommended charging system for your electric vehicle. This type
of charger uses 240 volts of electricity and takes approximately 9.6 hours for a full charge. This charger may be able to be
installed at your home or can be found at a public charging station.
REMINDER: Shape of charger and how to use the charger may be different for each manufacturer. Please see Owner’s Manual for more information.
Level 3 Charging* – “Quick” Charge (DC)
A Level 3 or “quick” DC charger is usually found at public charging stations. This type of DC charge may charge an
electric vehicle in as little as 60 minutes to about an 80% charge.
For more information on Level 3 Charging, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) FEATURES
C
B
A
D
E
F
Charging Your Electric Vehicle
A Level 2 or “normal” 240-volt/32-amp charger is recommended for regular charging of the vehicle.
QUICK TIP
REMINDER: For more detail and/or subsequent steps in
charging your vehicle, including safety precautions that should
be taken, please see the Owner's Manual.
CHARGE
FAULT
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LEVEL
L M H