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Home electric vehicle chargers are essential charging equipment for families. The care and maintenance of car chargers are crucial to the service life and performance of the chargers. Regularly inspect and maintain the charger to ensure normal operation and safe use of the charger. At the same time, during use, you must also pay attention to comply with the usage specifications to avoid damage to the charger or safety hazards caused by improper use.

Care and maintenance of wall-mounted electric vehicle chargers

 
Wall-mounted chargers: usually smaller and suitable for mounting on the wall, saving space. The design pays more attention to portability and lightweight.
 

Scenes to be used
 

Wall-mounted electric vehicle chargers are typically installed in home garages, underground garages, or on outdoor walls. These places usually have environmental problems such as dust, moisture, and high temperatures, which have an impact on the service life and performance of the charger.
 
According to market research data, more than 60% of urban residents prefer to use wall-mounted chargers.
 

Usage habit
 

To extend the service life and performance of the charger, users should develop the following usage habits:
 
(1) Regularly check whether the charging cable is firmly connected to avoid charging interruption or damage to the charger due to looseness.
 
(2) Make sure the vehicle is well grounded before charging to avoid charging abnormalities or safety hazards caused by poor grounding.
 
(3) Turn off the power in time after charging is completed to avoid the impact of overcharging and overheating on battery life.
 
Surveys show that users of wall-mounted chargers plug and unplug more than 10 times a week on average.
 

Maintenance
 

To keep the charger in good condition, users should take the following maintenance methods:
 
✔ Clean and keep dry: Data shows that about 30% of users report that the efficiency of wall-mounted chargers has decreased due to long-term dust accumulation.
 
✔ Regularly check the fixation: Survey results show that more than 20% of wall-mounted chargers have shaken or fallen off due to weak fixation.
 
✔ Pay Attention to Cable Condition: Studies have found that more than 15% of wall chargers malfunction due to damaged cables.
 
✔ Clean the casing and heat sink of the charger regularly and maintain good ventilation to prevent dust and debris from entering the interior and affecting the heat dissipation effect.
 
✔ Regularly check the charger's power cord and plug for aging or damage, and replace them if necessary. At the same time, pay attention to the length and fixation method of the power cord to avoid damage to the power cord due to excessive length or improper fixation.
 
✔ If it is not used for a long time, the charger should be powered on regularly to avoid self-discharge of the battery. At the same time, attention should also be paid to keeping the charger dry and well-ventilated to avoid the impact of moisture and high-temperature environments on the charger.

Care and maintenance of floor-standing electric vehicle chargers

 
Floor-standing charger: Larger, usually installed on the ground, with more functions such as faster charging, greater charging power, etc.
 

Scenes to be used

 
Floor-standing EV chargers are typically placed in stand-alone homes or parking spaces with more space. These places usually have environmental problems such as dust, moisture, and high temperatures, which have an impact on the service life and performance of the charger.
 
According to surveys, more than 70% of independent houses choose to install floor-standing chargers.
 

Usage habit

 
In order to extend the service life and performance of the charger, users should develop the following usage habits:
 
(1) Make sure the charger is well grounded to avoid the risk of electric shock. At the same time, pay attention to the length and fixation method of the ground wire to avoid damage to the ground wire due to excessive length or improper fixation.
 
(2) Check whether the vehicle's charging port is normal before charging to avoid damaging the charger and vehicle interface. At the same time, pay attention to the length and fixing method of the charging cable to avoid damage to the charging cable due to excessive length or improper fixing.
 
(3) Turn off the power in time after charging is completed to avoid the impact of overcharging and overheating on battery life. At the same time, attention should also be paid to keeping the charger dry and well-ventilated to avoid the impact of moisture and high-temperature environments on the charger.
 
Data shows that users of floor-standing chargers do not plug and unplug more than three times a month on average.
 

Maintenance

 
In order to keep the charger in good condition, users should take the following maintenance methods:
 
✔ Clean and check the connection part: According to feedback, more than 25% of floor-standing chargers have reduced charging efficiency due to the accumulation of debris in the connector.
 
✔ Check the bracket regularly: Surveys show that more than 15% of bracket-type floor-standing chargers are shaking or tilting due to loose bracket screws.
 
✔ Consider environmental factors: Statistics show that about 10% of floor-standing chargers installed outdoors are affected by moisture or oxidation.
 
✔ Clean the casing and heat sink of the charger regularly and maintain good ventilation to prevent dust and debris from entering the interior and affecting the heat dissipation effect. At the same time, pay attention to cleaning the dirt and debris on the heat sink to maintain a good heat dissipation effect.
 
Regularly check the charger's power cord and plug for aging or damage, and replace them if necessary. At the same time, pay attention to the length and fixation method of the power cord to avoid damage to the power cord due to excessive length or improper fixation. In addition, pay attention to checking whether the plug is loose or has poor contact and other abnormal conditions, and deal with it in time.

Care and maintenance under special circumstances

 

Encountering bad weather

 
In rainy days or humid environments, attention should be paid to the waterproof performance of the charger to prevent water vapor from entering the interior of the charger. In snowy or freezing weather, you should pay attention to the cold-proof performance of the charger to avoid damage to the charger caused by low temperatures. Therefore, in bad weather, the charger should be placed in a dry, well-ventilated place to avoid being affected by moisture or low temperatures.
 

The charger is faulty

 
If the charger fails, stop using it immediately and contact a professional for repair or replacement. Before servicing, the power supply to the charger should be cut off to avoid the risk of electric shock. At the same time, you should also pay attention to keeping the relevant information and maintenance records of the charger for future reference and maintenance.
 

Maintenance precautions

 
Check the cable regularly: According to the product supplier, it is recommended to check the cable's integrity and appearance every 3 months.
 
★ Check the power interface regularly: Data shows that more than 20% of chargers have rusty or damaged power interfaces.
 
★ Pay attention to safety: Accident reports indicate that stacking items near chargers may cause more than 30% of safety accidents.
 
Care and maintenance of your electric vehicle charger is critical to the charger's service life and performance. Different charger types and usage scenarios require different care and maintenance methods. The charger should be inspected and maintained regularly according to the actual situation to ensure the normal operation and safety of the charger. At the same time, during use, you must also pay attention to comply with the usage specifications to avoid damage to the charger or safety hazards caused by improper use. In addition, in the event of bad weather or charger failure, corresponding measures need to be taken for care and maintenance. Only in this way can the good performance and service life of the home electric vehicle charger be ensured.

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