Charging Precautions
Warning
The electrical circuits in
the vehicle work on several different voltages. In addition to low voltage circuits, the
high voltage battery can produce over 400V, with a high current flow. It is imperative that
all the instructions regarding electrical safety are followed, whether in this manual, the
Owner’s Manual, or on labels attached to components in the vehicle. Always observe and obey
the instructions; they are there for your safety.
Warning
Take special care with
high voltage wiring (identified by the orange outer sleeving), their connectors, and the
components connected to the wiring.
Warning
Never work on a vehicle
while it is charging. The high voltage circuits will be live.
Warning
Never touch, cut, or open
an orange high voltage power cable or high voltage component unless the vehicle HV
disablement procedure has been performed and you have confirmed that there is no high
voltage present.
Warning
Never assume that the
vehicle is shut off because it is silent. Always perform the vehicle HV disablement
procedure to ensure all circuits are isolated.
Warning
After disabling the
vehicle, power is still maintained for 90 seconds in the SRS system and for 1 minute in the
high voltage electrical system. If the disabling procedure cannot be performed, proceed
with caution as there is no assurance that the high voltage electrical system and/or SRS
are disabled. Never touch, cut, or open any orange high-voltage power cable or high voltage
component until after the battery has been disabled.
Warning
Never cut into the sealed
battery enclosure due to the high voltage and electrocution risks.
Warning
The Wall Connector is best
installed and tested by a Tesla certified electrician.
Warning
Never try to modify the
cables or connectors on the Wall Connector or mobile connector.
Warning
Always ensure that the
Mobile Connector is located in a clean and dry area during use.
Warning
Never use an extension
cable with the Mobile Connector.