Symbols used
This symbol indicates an important note.
This symbol is used to point out supplemental,
useful information.
The activities marked with this symbol may only
be carried out by a qualified electrician.
f This symbol is used to point out a call for action.
This symbol indicates a listing.
Î This symbol is used to refer to another section in this
operation manual.
Intended use
Electric and hybrid vehicles, hereinafter referred to as
"vehicles", can be charged using this charging cable at an
appropriate electric vehicle (EV) charging station.
If in doubt, have a qualified electrician check the
EV charging station for suitability.
Any other use is not permissible and regarded as improper
use. This charging cable is only safe to use, provided the
instructions in this manual and the vehicle documentation
are followed.
f Read this operating manual and the vehicle documenta-
tion before using this charging cable.
f Whenever you use this charging cable, follow the pro-
vided instructions.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury or property
damage, electric shock, short circuit or fire.
Improper use
Inappropriate use increases the risk of personal injury and
property damage. You are specifically not permitted to:
Make changes to or tamper with the charging cable.
Connect the charging cable to a flawed or inappro-
priate EV charging station, which, for instance, is not
designed for the required permanent load.
Use a defective charging cable.
The user is responsible for any personal injury or property
damage arising from inappropriate use.
MENNEKES Stecker GmbH & Co. KG shall not be held
liable for any operating faults or damage as a result of the
improper use of the device.
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Basic Safety Instructions
Please take note of and follow the information
on the cover page – Figure 1.
The situations shown in Figure 1 are prohibited. If
you do not avoid these situations, there is a risk
of personal injury and property damage.
Keep children away from the charging cable.
Keep animals away from the charging cable.
Do not use adapter plugs or extension cables.
Connect the charging cable to a correctly functioning
and suitable EV charging station.
Protect plugs and receptacles from moisture and liq-
uids.
Do not use the charging cable in potentially explosive
atmospheres where flammable liquids, gas or dust are
present.
Keep vent opening open.
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ATTENTION
Material damage due to condensation
If the vent is closed, condensation can result in damage to
the charging cable (for ventilation, see the Figure below).
f Always keep the opening open and clean.
f Do not close or cover the opening.
f Do not pierce objects into the holes.
Figure: Opening for ventilation on the housing bottom
Technical data
The technical data can be found on the rating plate on the
housing.
f Compliance with the technical data on the rating plate is
required.
f Only use the charging cable up to an altitude of
4,000 m above sea level.