Vauxhall Astra 2022 Owner's Manual page 190

188 Driving and operating
Basic domestic cable (mode 2) /
enhanced domestic cable (mode
2)
1. Vehicle plug
2. Status indicators
3. Wall plug
Basic domestic cables (mode 2) are
used for charging at domestic
electrical outlets. A basic domestic
cable (mode 2) consists of a vehicle
plug, a control box and a plug for the
domestic electrical outlet. The control
box has an intergrated charge
controller and several LEDs
indicating the charging status.
Enhanced domestic cables (mode 2)
are similar to basic domestic cables
(mode 2). However, the charging
performance of enhanced domestic
cables (mode 2 charging) is better
than the charging performance of
basic domestic cables (mode 2).
Enhanced domestic cables (mode 2)
are used at Green'Up sockets which
have to be installed by a certified
electrician at the customer's site.
Charging cable status indicators
After plugging in the charging cable,
it will perform a quick self test and all
status indicators illuminate for a
moment. For the functions of the
status indicators, refer to the manual
of the charging cable manufacturer.
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 you plug in to 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 10 A continuous
load.
● Electrical outlets may wear out
with normal usage or 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 weather-
proof while in use.
● Mount the charging cable to
reduce strain on the electrical
outlet / plug.