Chevrolet Volt 2016 Owner's Manual page 23

22 In Brief
End Charge
1. Unlock the vehicle with the
RKE transmitter to disarm the
charge cord theft alert.
2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the
charge cord from the vehicle.
3. Close the charge port door by
pressing firmly on the rearward
edge of the door surface.
4. Unplug the charge cord from
the electrical outlet.
5. Place the charge cord into the
storage compartment.
Charge Cord
See Radio Frequency
Statement 0 343.
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.
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
weatherproof while in use.
Mount the charging cord to
reduce strain on the electrical
outlet/plug.
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
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.