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FEATURES AND CONTROLS
• 12-gauge wire with 3-wire grounded, 50 feet (15.25 m) or shorter.
• 14-gauge wire with 3-wire grounded, 25 feet (7.6 m) or shorter.
Always follow these precautions when charging:
• Position the vehicle on a level surface. Make sure the charging area is well
ventilated.
• Make sure the key is off.
• Always use the recommended extension cord type.
• Inspect the extension cord for cracks, loose connections and frayed wiring.
Never use a damaged extension cord.
• Always connect the charging cord to the vehicle's charge receptacle first, then
plug the cord into a wall receptacle.
A GFI (Ground Fault Interrupt) receptacle is recommended. See your
authorized GEM dealer if you do not have a GFI receptacle at your regular
• Make sure the charger uses a dedicated circuit to prevent overloading. If
charging multiple vehicles, each vehicle should use a dedicated circuit.
• When disconnecting the charger, always disconnect the extension cord from
the wall receptacle first, then disconnect the cord from the vehicle.
FAST CHARGE RECEPTACLE
The following information applies to use of the fast charge receptacle. See page
45 for information that applies to the use of the standard charge receptacle.
Enhanced standard charge cord will not insert into the fast charge receptacle
1. Always use SAE J1772 approved charge stations and connectors.
2. To begin charging, align and insert the charge station connector into the
receptacle until it latches.
3. The lights on the charge station will indicate charging when the connection is
made.
4. To remove the connector after the charge cycle is complete, press the
release button and pull the connector out.
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recharge site.
NOTE
and damage may occur if forced.
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