charging Citroen C ZERO 2015 1.G User Guide

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Do not touch the metal end of the
normal charging socket or of the
charging cable (risk of electrocution
and/or faults).
F
Pr

ess the latch 2 to open the socket cover. F
En

sure that there is no foreign object on
the vehicle's socket.
F
Re
move the protective cover from the
charging cable.
F
In

sert the charging plug into the socket
without pressing the button, until it clicks
into place .
Use the cord supplied to hook the
control unit, so that it does not weigh
down on the power point (risk of
damage to the charging cable or
electric power point). F
Ch
eck that the charging lamp
in the instrument panel and
the green CHARGING lamp in
the control unit are on fixed.
The start of charging may be
accompanied by the noise of a fan
running. This noise is per fectly normal.
The charge may be interrupted at any
time by withdrawing the charging plug.
If this is not the case, charging has not
started; repeat the procedure, ensuring that all
connections are correct.
The state of charge indicator for the main
battery is displayed in the instrument panel and
the number of bars illuminated increases as the
battery is charged.
If exceptionally you have to interrupt the
charge by disconnecting the charging
cable from the power point, it is
essential to first press the Manual Stop
button on the control unit.
Never connect or disconnect the the
cable or charging plug with wet hands

(risk of electrocution).
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Control unit
There are four indicator lamps:
- STOP: on red.
It i

ndicates that charging has been
interrupted by a press on the Manual Stop
button . This action is essential before
disconnecting the charging cable from the
power point when charging.
-
POW

ER: on green.
It i

ndicates that the electric connection has
been established. If it does not come on,
check that the connections are correct. If
the problem persists, contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
-
FA

U LT: on red.
It i

ndicates the presence of a fault. Check
that the connections are correct. If this
warning lamp does not go off, contact a
CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.
-
CHAR

GING: on green.
It i

ndicates that charging is in progress.
If it does not come on, check that the
connections are correct. If the problem
persists, contact a CITROËN dealer or a
qualified workshop. This type of control unit that has a system for
recognising the type of power point (depending
on country). It detects the power rating of your
domestic power point and is able to support
and select the best current rating to ensure
safe charging:
-
14 A
(

FAST): if your electrical installation
supports it.
-
8 A (

NORMAL): if your electrical
installation is standard.
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As a safety measure, the motor will
not start when the charging cable is
connected to the vehicle's socket.
Also, any attempt to start the motor
interrupts the charging procedure. It will
then be necessary to disconnect and
reconnect the charging cable plug to
continue charging.After charging, close the charging
socket cover and flap.
Take care to avoid the ingress of water
or dust to the socket and its cover
or the charging plug (risk of fire or
electrocution).
The charge lamp in the instrument panel going
off and flashing of the green CHARGING
lamp
indicate that charging is complete.
F
Pr

ess the button to remove the charging
plug.
F
Re

fit the protective cover to the charging
cable.
F
Cl

ose the charging socket cover, then the
flap.
F
Di

sconnect the charging cable from the
power point.
F
St

ow the charging cable in the bag
provided. If the 12V ancillaries battery is
discharged, it is not possible to charge
the main battery.
If you wear a pacemaker or other
electrical medical device, you must not
stay inside or near the vehicle during
charging.
It is also important that you take advice
from your doctor on the precautions to
take and observe.While charging, do not do anything
under the bonnet, even with the ignition
off, as the cooling fan may start at any
time (risk of injury).
You must wait for at least one hour
after the end of the charging procedure
before doing anything under the bonnet,
as some areas can be extremely hot
(risk of burns).
After removing the charging plug from
the vehicle's socket, do not leave
the cable connected to the electric
power point (risk of short circuit or
electrocution if it is contacted or
immersed in water).
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To optimise the ser vice life of the
main battery, recharge it completely
ever y 15 days.
For a complete charge, follow the
normal charging procedure (domestic
power point) without interruption, until it
stops automatically (charging warning
lamp off in the instrument panel).
In addition, ever y 3 months, carr y out
this complete recharge of the main
batter y from a state of charge of
2
b
ars or less .Vehicle out of use for a long
period
When your vehicle is going to be out
of use for a long period, charge the
main battery completely every three
months (following the normal charging
procedure).
Before charging, check that the
ancillaries battery is not disconnected
or discharged. If this is the case, refer
to the "ancillaries battery" section for
reconnecting or charging the battery.
In the event of an accident or an impact
to the underbody of the vehicle (contact
with a high kerb, a terminal, street
furniture, .
..), the electric circuit or the
main battery may be damaged. Have
your vehicle checked by a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop.
Never touch the 300 V components, nor
the orange cables.
In the event of serious damage to
the main battery, never touch liquids
coming from this component.
In the event of contact with your body,
wash abundantly with water and contact
a doctor without delay.
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Using a public charging points for normal charging
Some public charging points include a charging cable.
In this case, use the cable provided.
Several types of electrical socket may be available for charging your vehicle.
Before starting the charging procedure, use the table below to identify the correct type of socket and use the corresponding charging cable.
Domestic power point "Mode 3 - Type 2" socket "Mode 3 - Type 3" socket
"Mode 2" cable (supplied with your vehicle) "Mode 3 - Type 2" cable
(available as an accessory) "Mode 3 - Type 3" cable
(available as an accessory)
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Check the compatibility of the charging
station and its charging cable with your
vehicle.F
Pr

ess latch 4 to open the socket cover.
F
En

sure that there is no foreign body on the
vehicle's charging socket.
Fast charging*
F Apply the parking brake and put the drive
s elector in position P .
F
Sw

itch off all electrical consumers and turn
the ignition switch to the "LOCK" position.
F
Pu

ll lever 3 , located alongside the driver's
seat, outer side, to open the access flap for
the fast charging socket (left hand side of
the vehicle). Do not touch the metal end of the
normal charging socket or of the
charging cable.
Risk of electrocution and/or faults.F
Co

nnect the charging cable of the charging
station to the vehicle following the
instructions on use of the station.
* Depending on equipment.
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F Check that the charging warning
lamp in the instrument panel is on
fixed.
Fast charging stops automatically when
the battery is around 80 % charged.
It is possible to attain a level of 100
%
c

harged by restarting the procedure.
However, the time taken by this
additional charge will be relatively long,
as the charging rate is reduced. During the fast charge, the vehicle's air
conditioning may start automatically,
if needed to cool the main battery. It is
therefore per fectly normal to hear the
noise of a fan running from outside the
vehicle and to see a puddle of water
form under the vehicle. As a safety measure, the motor will
not start when the charging cable is
connected to the vehicle's socket.
Also, any attempt to start the motor
interrupts the charging procedure. It
will then be necessary to disconnect
and reconnect the charging cable
plug to continue charging, following
the instructions for using the charging
station.If the ambient temperature is below
0
°
C, the charging time may be longer.
If the ambient temperature is below -25
°
C,
charging may not be possible.
If this is not the case, charging has not started;
check the operating instructions for the
charging station. The charging warning lamp in the instrument
panel goes off when charging is complete.
F
Di
sconnect the charging cable following
the instructions for the charging terminal.
F
Cl
ose the charging socket cover and the
flap.
After charging, close the charging
socket cover and flap.
Take care to avoid the ingress of water
or dust to the socket and its cover
or the charging plug. Risk of fire or
electrocution.
Vehicle out of use for a long
period
When your vehicle is going to be out
of use for a long period, charge the
main battery completely every three
months (following the normal charging
procedure).
Before charging, check that the
ancillaries battery is not disconnected
or discharged. If this is the case, refer
to the "ancillaries battery" section for
reconnecting or charging the battery.
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ancillaries battery
All of the electrical components of your vehicle
(other than the electric motor, the heating and
the air conditioning) are powered by this 12
V
anc

illaries battery.
It is located in the front compartment and is
recharged by the main battery, during phases
of operation ("Ready" lamp on in the instrument
panel) and charging.
If the ancillaries battery is discharged,
it will not be possible to start the
motor and the main battery cannot be
charged. F
Op

en the front bonnet using the interior
release lever, then the exterior safety
catch.
F
Se

cure the bonnet stay.
F
Sl

acken nut 1.
F
Re

move the battery protective cover for
access to the two terminals.Access to the battery
Disconnecting the battery is not
recommended.
However, if the vehicle is not to be
used for a prolonged period of more
than a month, it may be necessary to
disconnect and store it to avoid the
electrolyte freezing.
After prolonged disconnection of the
battery, you must contact a CITROËN
dealer or a qualified workshop to have
the electronic control unit reinitialised.
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Charging the battery using
a battery charger
F Start the other vehicle and wait a few
minutes.
F
Tu

rn the ignition key on your vehicle, until
the "Ready" lamp comes on.
F
Di

sconnect the cables in the reverse order.
F
Re

fit the battery protective cover and
tighten the fixing screw.
If the "Ready" lamp does not come on, proceed
as follows:
F
Le

ave the cables connected.
F
Re

turn the ignition switch on your vehicle
to the " LOCK" position.
F
Pu

t the main battery on charge, following
the procedure for normal charging (see the
"charging the main battery" section).
F
Wh

en the charging warning lamp in
the instrument panel comes on fixed,
disconnect the cables.
F
Le

ave the battery on charge for at least
one hour.
F
Tu

rn the ignition key on your vehicle, until
the "Ready" lamp comes on.
If the problem persists, contact a
CITROËN
d

ealer or a qualified workshop. F Re
move the protective cover from the
battery.
Ensure that the electrolyte is not frozen.
Check the electrolyte level and top up
with distilled water if necessary (refer to
the "checking levels" section). F
Sl

acken nut 1 and lift off the retaining bar.
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accessories
A wide range of accessories and genuine parts is available from the CITROËN dealer network.
These accessories and parts are all suitable for your vehicle and benefit from CITROËN's
recommendation and warranty.
Conversion kits
You can obtain an "Enterprise" kit to convert a
trade vehicle to a private car and vice-versa.
"Comfort":
black armrest, reading lamp, insulated
modules, rear parking sensors, cigarette
lighter, ashtray with base, head restraint
mounted coat hanger...
"Transport solutions":
boot liner, boot carpet, rear parcel shelf, boot
dividers...
"Security and safety":
alarm, wheel security bolts, child seats,
breathalyzer, warning triangle, high visibility
vest, first aid kit, snow chains, non-slip covers,
pet transport cage, pet safety belt...
Precautions for
washing
To avoid damaging the electrical
components, the use of a high pressure
jet wash is strictly prohibited:
-
in t
he front compartment (under the
bonnet),
-
un

der the body.
For washing the body, do not use a
pressure greater than 80
b

ars.
Check - before washing the vehicle -
that the charging flaps and the charging
socket covers (normal and fast charge)
are properly closed.
do no

t wash the vehicle while the
battery is being recharged.
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