Electric Vehicle Charging safety guidelines
When using a public charging station, make sure all the components are in good working order and there are no signs of misuse or disrepair to ensure charging station safety.
- Never use an EV charger if it is damaged or off its base.
Always follow the EV charging safety guidelines and vehicle safety guidelines laid down by the manufacturer when charging your vehicle. Check with your dealer for more information.
While installing home charging equipment, make sure to use only certified devices for maximum electric vehicle safety.
If you’re charging your EV at home, plug the charger directly into an accurate outlet instead of using a multiplug adapter or extension cord.
Properly maintain the charging station components as per the manufacturer’s guidelines to avoid a potential shock hazard and ensure electric vehicle crash safety.
Avoid charging the EV battery immediately after using the vehicle. It is best to let the batteries cool down before you charge them to ensure electric vehicle safety.
As opposed to fuel cars, the battery level of an EV might drain even if the vehicle is parked and has not been used for a long time. So, make sure to keep a track of when you charged it last and the overall performance of the battery to ensure electric vehicle safety.
Don’t keep the vehicle ideal for too long. Similar to fuel cars, the overall health of the vehicle might get affected if it is not used for a drive now and then.
If your drive the vehicle a lot and need to charge it frequently, then fast charging is undoubtedly a great convenience. However, it transfers too much current into the batteries in a short time, which can weaken the health of your batteries. You might not notice the difference, but on average, 8 years of standard charging will give you 10% more battery life than 8 years of fast charging.
Note: The above list isn’t complete. Users needs to ensure the safety guidelines and standard operating procedures.
