charging KIA OPTIMA PHEV 2018 User Guide

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7. After charging has started, theestimated charging time is dis-
played on the instrument cluster
for about 1 minute. It is also dis-
played, when the driver’s door is
opened with charging in progress.
When scheduled charging is set,
the estimated charging time is dis-
played as “--” .
Unlock Charging Door in
Emergency
If the charging door does not open
due to battery discharge, open the
hood and slightly pull the emergency
cable which is located in headlamp
cover as shown above.
The charging door will then open.
Charging Status
Checking Charging Status
You can monitor the charging status
outside of the vehicle when charging
the high-voltage battery.
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How to Disconnect NormalCharger
1. The vehicle doors must be unlocked in order to be able to dis-
connect the charging connector. A
lock system prevents charger
cable disconnection when the
vehicle's doors are locked.
2. Hold the charging connector han-dle and pull it while pressing the
release button(1).
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Charging StatusIndicator
Charging in
progressIlluminates (green)
Fully chargedOff
Scheduled chargingBlinks (green) and then turns off
MalfunctionBlinks (red)
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CAUTION
In order to disconnect thecharging connector, unlock thedoors to unlatch the chargingconnector lock system. If not,the charging connector and thevehicle's charging inlet may bedamaged.
CAUTION
When disconnecting the charg-ing connector, do not try to dis-connect it by force while notpressing the release button.This may damage the chargingconnector and vehicle charginginlet.

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3. Make sure to securely close thecharging door.
✽
✽NOTICE
• Keep the charging connector and
the charging plug clean and dry.
The charging cable should be also
kept dry.
• Use an air gun to blow any foreign substances from the charging con-
nector and the charging plug.
Trickle Charger
Trickle charger can be used if
Normal Charger is unavailable.
❈➀ : Charging connector
➁ : Charging cable
➂ : Control box
\b : Cord and plug (cord set)
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WARNING
Do not modify or disassemble
the charging cable compo-
nents. Doing so may cause a
fire or an electric shock result-
ing in personal injuries.

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How to Connect PortableCharging Cable (ICCB: In-Cable Control Box)
1. Turn OFF all switches, move the shift lever to P (Park), and turn
OFF the vehicle.
2. Connect the plug to a household electric outlet. 3. Check if all LED lamps on the con-
trol box blinks for 0.5 seconds.
Then, check if the power lamp
(green) turns ON. 4. Depress the brake pedal and
apply the parking brake.
5. After unlocking doors, open the charging door by pressing it.
✽ ✽NOTICE
The charging door does not open
when the theft alarm system is
armed.
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6. Remove any dust on the chargingconnector and charging inlet.
7. Hold the charging connector han- dle and insert it into the charging
inlet while pressing the release
button(1), until you hear a click
sound. If it is not fully connected,
improper connection between the
charging connector and the charg-
ing terminals are a potential fire
hazard. 8. Charging starts automatically.
Check if the power lamp and
charging lamp (orange) are ON. 9. Check if the charging cable con-
nection indicator of the high volt-
age battery in the instrument clus-
ter is turned ON.
Charging does not occur when the
indicator is OFF. When the charg-
ing connector is not connected
properly, reconnect the charging
cable to charge.
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✽NOTICE
• The charging is in progress only
with the shift lever is in P (Park).
Charging the battery with the
Engine Start/Stop button in the
ACC position is possible. However,
it may discharge the 12-V battery.
Thus, if possible, charge the bat-
tery with the Engine Start/Stop
button in the OFF position.
• Moving the shift lever from P (Park) to R (Reverse)/N(Neutral)/D
(Drive) stops the charging process.
To restart the charging process,
move the shift lever to P (Park),
press the Engine Start/Stop button
to the OFF position, and discon-
nect the charging cable. Then,
connect the charging cable and
restart the vehicle again.
10. After charging has started, the
estimated charging time is dis-
played on the instrument cluster
for about 1 minute. It is also dis-
played, when the driver’s door is
opened with charging in progress.
When scheduled charging is set,
the estimated charging time is dis-
played as "--".
Checking Charging Status
You can monitor the charging status
outside of the vehicle when charging
the high-voltage battery.
CHARGING THE PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE (CONT.)
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Charge cable storage
We recommend that the trickle
charger cable should be put in a stor-
age box after use. Keep the storage
box above the main battery pack
inside the trunk.
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Charging StatusIndicator
Charging inprogressIlluminates (green)
Fully chargedOff
Scheduled chargingBlinks (green) and then turns off
MalfunctionBlinks (red)

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Charger StatusControl Box
ON/OFF StatusPowerChargeFaultStatus / Diagnosis / Countermeasure
Initial Preparation ModeWhen applying power to the initial ICCB wall
Charging Preparation
Mode--
When ICCB charging connector is not connected
to the vehicle, or connected but charging status
is in Standby mode
Charging Mode-Charging
Failure
ICCB failure
or electrical
leakage detected-Stop charging immediately and we recommend
you contact an authorized Kia dealer for ICCB
check.
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CategoryLamp ONLamp OFFBlinking
LED Status-
Charging Status Indicator Lamp for Portable Charging Cable
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How to DisconnectPortableCharging 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 discon-
nection.
2. Hold the charging connector han-dle and pull it while pressing the
release button(1).
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 termi-
nal.
6. Put the charging cable inside the cable compartment to protect it.
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In order to disconnect the charg-ing connector, unlock the doorsto unlatch the charging connec-tor lock system. If not, the charg-ing connector and the vehicle'scharging inlet may be damaged.

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Precautions for PortableCharging Cable (ICCB: In-Cable Control Box)
Use the portable charging cable that is certified by Kia.
Do not try to repair, disassemble, or adjust the portable charging cable.
Do not use an extension cord or adapter.
Stop using immediately if failure warning light occurs.
Do not touch the plug and charging connector with wet hands.
Do not touch the terminal part of the normal charging connector and the
normal charging inlet on the vehicle.
Do not connect the charging con- nector to voltage that does not
comply with regulations.
Do not use the portable charging cable if it is worn out, exposed, or
there exists any type of damage on
the portable charging cable. If the ICCB case and normal
charging connector is damaged,
cracked, or the wires are exposed
in any way, do not use the portable
charging cable.
Do not let children operate or touch the portable charging cable.
Keep the control box free of water.
Keep the normal charging connec- tor or plug terminal free of foreign
substances.
Do not step on the cable or cord. Do not pull the cable or cord and
do not twist or bend it.
Do not charge when there is light- ning.
Do not drop the control box or place a heavy object on the control
box.
Do not place an object that can generate high temperatures near
the charger when charging. Charging with the worn out or dam-
aged 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.
Stop using the portable charging cable immediately if the household
electric outlet or any components
is overheated or you notice burnt
odors.
CHARGING THE PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE (CONT.)