GMC LYRIQ 2023 Owner's Manual page 293

292 Driving and Operating
3. Vehicle Plug Latch
4. Release Button
Important Information about
Portable Electric Vehicle
Charging
Charging an electric vehicle
can stress a building s
electrical system more than
a typical household
appliance.
Before plugging into any
electrical outlet, have a
qualified electrician inspect
and verify the electrical
system (electrical outlet,
wiring, junctions, and
protection devices) for
heavy-duty service at a
12 amp continuous load for
120 Volt charge and 32 amp
for 240 Volt Charge.
Electrical outlets may wear
out with normal usage or
may be damaged over time,
making them unsuitable for
electric vehicle charging.
Check the electrical outlet/
plug while charging and
discontinue use if the
electrical outlet/plug is hot,
then have the electrical
outlet serviced by a qualified
electrician.
When outdoors, plug into an
electrical outlet that is
weatherproof while in use.
Mount the charge cord to
reduce strain on the
electrical outlet/plug.
Do not place the charge cord
in a position where it may be
submerged in water.
Danger
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
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adaptors, surge
protectors, or similar
devices.
Do not use an electrical
outlet that is worn or
damaged, or will not hold
the plug firmly in place.
Do not use an electrical
outlet that is not properly
grounded.
Do not use an electrical
outlet that is on a circuit
with other electrical loads.
Warning
When using electric
products, basic precautions
should always be followed,
including the following:
Read all the safety
warnings and instructions
before using this product.
Failure to follow the
warnings and the
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