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How to connect portable charger (ICCB: In-Cable Control Box)

  1. Turn OFF all switches, move the shift dial to P (Park), and turn OFF the vehicle.

  2. Connect the plug to a household electric outlet.

  3. Check if the power lamp (green) illuminates on the control box.

  4. Depress the brake pedal and apply the parking brake.

  5. Turn OFF all switches, shift to P (Park), and turn OFF the vehicle. If charging is initiated without the gear in P (Park), the charging will start after the gear is automatically shifted to P (Park).

  6. Open the charging door.

    For more details, refer to More Details.

  7. Open the protection caps of the charging connector and the charging plug. Check if there are any foreign substances or dust.

  8. Hold the charging connector handle and connect it to the vehicle charging inlet. Push the connector all the way in. If the charging connector and charging terminal are not connected properly, this may cause a fire.

    NOTICE

    If the charging connector and charging inlet are not connected properly, the connector may droop or vibrate. In this case, hold the charging connector handle and push it all the way in.

  9. Charging starts automatically (charging lamp illuminates).

  10. Check if the charging indicator light () of the high voltage battery in the instrument cluster is turned ON. Charging is not active when the charging indicator light () is OFF. When the charging connector is not connected properly, reconnect the charging cable to charge it again.

  11. After charging has started, the estimated charging time is displayed on the instrument cluster for about 1 minute.

    If you open the driver seat door while charging, the estimated charging time is also displayed on the instrument cluster for about 1 minute. When scheduled charging or scheduled air conditioner/heater is set, the estimated charging time is displayed as "--".

How to disconnect portable charging cable (ICCB: In-Cable Control Box)

  1. Before disconnecting the charging connector, make sure the doors are unlocked. When the door is locked, the charging connector lock system will not allow disconnection. To prevent charging cable theft, the charging connector cannot be disconnected from the inlet when the doors are locked. However, if the vehicle is in the charging connector AUTO mode, the charging connector automatically unlocks from the inlet when charging is completed.

    NOTICE

    In order to disconnect the charging connector, unlock the doors to unlatch the charging connector lock system. If not, the charging connector and the vehicle's charging inlet may be damaged.

  2. Hold the charging connector handle and pull it out.

  3. Make sure to securely close the charging door.

  4. Disconnect the plug from the household electric outlet. Do not pull the cable when disconnecting the plug.

  5. Close the protective cover for the charging connector so that foreign material cannot get into the terminal.

  6. Put the charging cable inside the cable compartment to protect it.

Charging cable storage

We recommend that the portable charger cable should be put in the storage box after use.

Precautions for portable charging cable (ICCB: In-Cable Control Box)

NOTICE

  • If the charger is worn out, exposed, or there exists any type of damage, charging may stop for your safety. Use another charger that works normally.

  • The charger operates from a 240V 30A MAX / 120V 12A MAX with different input cord set.

  • If you use an unauthorized portable charger (ICCB), this may disable charging due to compatibility issues.

  • This product must be grounded

  • For use with Electric Vehicles.

  • Ventilation not Required.

  • This device is intended only for charging vehicles not requiring ventilation during charging.

  • Be sure to use the dedicated plug, and ensure it is fully secured when using a detachable plug.

  • Do not use this with an extension cord.

  • Do not use extension cords, Multi-Outlets, Splitters, Ground Adapters, Surge Protectors, or similar components.

  • When connecting the detachable connector ICCB, connect it in the forward direction.

  • Do not disconnect the detachable connector ICCB while charging.

  • When storing the plug and cable separately, keep it safe from water, liquids, moisture, or snow.

  • Charging with the worn out or damaged household electric outlet can result in a risk of electric shock. If you are in doubt to the household electric outlet condition, have it checked by a licensed electrician.

CAUTION

  • Be careful not to throw or inadvertently impact the internal parts as they may be damaged.

  • Be careful not to drop this device on the ground while charging.

  • Varied with different input cord set.

  • Untie the charging cable before use.

  • If the ICCB case and AC charging connector is damaged, cracked, or the wires are exposed in any way, do not use the portable charging cable.

  • Do not plug in with several electronic products in multiple outlets together.

  • Do not modify or disassemble the provided plug.

  • Do not use the product, if the charging plug is damaged, cracked, broken or otherwise damaged.

  • Using a charging current exceeding the electrical outlet capacity may cause fire or damage to the components. If the outlet capacity is unknown, use the lowest charge level.

  • Disconnect the charging connector from the vehicle first before unplugging it from the wall outlet.

  • Do not connect to another outlet than the rated voltage.

  • Do not disconnect the portable charger from the wall outlet when the vehicle is charging.

  • Do not connect the portable charger into a power outlet that is not properly grounded.

  • Do not touch the terminal part of the AC charging connector and the AC charging inlet on the vehicle.

  • Do not charge when there is lightning.

  • Do not place an object that can generate high temperatures near the charger when charging.

  • Stop using the portable charging cable immediately if the household electric outlet or any components is overheated.

  • Stop using immediately if failure warning light occurs.

  • Do not drop the control box or place a heavy object on the control box.

To prevent property damage or injury due to fire or explosion, follow the instructions below.

  • Risk of electric shock. Do not disconnect under load.

  • The electrical outlet at home must comply with regulations and safely accommodate the voltage, current (amps), and power (patts) ratings specified on the portable charger. If not, the vehicle may not be charged or safety hazards, such as fire, may occur.

  • If the power distributor exceeds its capacity while charging the vehicle with a portable charger at home, the power to home may be cut off or a fire may occur.

  • If you charge the vehicle with household electricity, you are charged electricity bill according to the home rate system, not the electric vehicle rate system.

  • Only use a genuine Kia portable charger. If not, the vehicle may not be charged.

  • Do not let children operate or touch the portable charger. Doing so may lead to unexpected accidents.

  • Immediately stop charging if you discover abnormal conditions, such as odor or smoke.

  • Do not operate the portable charger in temperatures outside its operating range of -40 °F to +122 °F (-40 °C to +50 °C).

  • Store the mobile connector in a clean dry place in temperatures between -40 °F and +185 °F (-40 °C and +85 °C).

  • Do not wrap the charging cable around this device when storing.

  • Risk of electric shock.

  • Do not try to repair, disassemble, or adjust the portable charging cable.

  • A qualified technician should service parts.

  • Do not use this product if there is any damage to the unit.

  • Connect only to properly grounded outlets.

WARNING

  • Do not touch, connect or pull the plug with wet hands, and keep it free of water, liquid, moisture or snow. It may cause electric shock, serious injury or death.

  • Do not let children operate or touch the plug.