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General information about charging cables

When charging via a charging station a mode 3 charging cable is used. Some charging stations have a permanent charging cable that is used instead.

 Note

The information in this section only regards charging with mode 3 charging cable or charging station with a permanent charging cable.

 Important

The charging cable is used to charge the vehicle's high-voltage battery. The charging cable is designed to satisfy Polestar's safety standard. Use a charging cable recommended by Polestar, thereby guaranteeing its function and safety. Polestar accepts no responsibility for safety or any injury caused by a charging cable that is not recommended by Polestar.

 Warning

Only use the charging cable provided with your vehicle or a replacement cable recommended by Polestar.

Charging with permanent charging cable in accordance with mode 31

In certain places, the charging cable is permanently installed within a charging station connected to an electrical outlet. You must therefore use the charging station's charging cable and follow the instructions on the charging station.

Specifications, charging cable

Enclosure class

Compliance

IP67

SAE J1772

Ambient temperature

-32 °C to 50 °C(-25 °F till 122 °F)

 Warning

  • Children should be supervised when in the vicinity of the charging cable when it is plugged in.
  • High voltage is present in your electric meter housing and power distribution service panel. Contact with high voltage can cause death or serious personal injury.
  • Do not use the charging cable if it is damaged in any way.A damaged or malfunctioning charging cable may only be repaired by an authorized workshop. Contact Polestar Customer Support for more information.
  • Always position the charging cable so that it will not be driven over, stepped on, tripped over or otherwise damaged, or cause personal injury.
  • Do not use any adapters between the charging cable and electrical outlet.
  • Do not connect one or multiple adapters of any kind between the charging cable and vehicle.

Also, refer to the manufacturer's instructions for using the charging cable and its components.

 Important

Always interrupt charging first, then disconnect the charging cable – from the vehicle's charging socket and then from the charging station.

 Important

Wipe the charging cable with a clean cloth lightly moistened with water or a mild detergent. Do not use chemicals or solvents.

 Warning

The charging cable and its components must not be rinsed or immersed in water.
  1. 1 European standard - EN 61851-1.