Opel AMPERA-E Owner's Manual page 208

206 Driving and operating
● When outdoors, plug into an
electrical outlet that is weather-
proof while in use.
● Mount the charging cord to
reduce strain on the electrical
outlet/plug.
9 Warning
Improper use of portable electric
vehicle charge cords may cause a
fire, electrical shock, or burns, and
may result in damage to property,
serious injury, or death.
● Do not use extension cords,
multi-outlet power strips,
splitters, grounding adaptors,
surge protectors, or similar
devices.
● Do not use an electrical socket
that is worn or damaged, or one
that will not hold the plug firmly
in place.
● Do not use an electrical socket
that is not properly grounded.
● Do not use an electrical socket
that is on a circuit with other
electrical loads.
9 Warning
Read all the safety warnings and
instructions before using this
product. Failure to follow the
warnings and the instructions may
result in electric shock, fire, and/or
serious injury.
Never leave children unattended
near the vehicle while the vehicle
is charging and never allow
children to play with the charge
cord.
If the plug provided does not fit the
electrical outlet, do not modify the
plug. Arrange for a qualified
electrician to inspect the electrical
outlet.
Do not put fingers into the electric
vehicle connector.
9 Warning
To reduce the risk of fire,
installations shall comply with the
requirements of National Electric
Code IEC 60364 – Electrical
installations in buildings,
depending on the region in which
the unit is being installed. The
installer shall comply with any
additional local requirements
mandated by the country and/or
municipality.
Do not use this product if the
flexible power cord or the electric
vehicle cable is frayed, has broken
insulation, or shows any other
signs of damage.
Do not use this product if the
enclosure or the vehicle plug is
broken, cracked, open, or shows
any other indication of damage.
The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate electrical outlet that is
properly installed in accordance
with all local codes and
ordinances. Do not modify the
plug provided with the product. If
the plug does not fit the electrical
outlet, have a proper electrical
outlet installed by a qualified
electrician. If ground is missing,