light TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID 2012 1.G Owners Manual

4 1. Charging operation
PLUG-IN QG_U (OM47747U)■
Confirm the following before recharging
●The parking brake is applied.
● Lights such as the headlights, emergency flashers and interior
lights etc. are switched off.
If these light switches are turned ON, then these features will consume
electricity, and recharging time will increase.
●The “POWER” switch is OFF.
■ How to charge
Prepare the charging cable.
Insert the charging cable into the
outlet of the external power
source.
Make sure to hold the body of the
plug and insert it firmly into the
outlet.
Check that the power indicator of
the CCID (Charging Circuit Inter-
rupting Device) is illuminated.
In order to lessen the load on the
outlet and plug, hang the CCID
(Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device) on a hook etc. while the
plug is inserted.
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STEP2

6 1. Charging operation
PLUG-IN QG_U (OM47747U)Press the charging port lid to
open.
The charging inlet light will illumi-
nate.
Remove the charging connector
cap.
Affix the cap to the cable.
Insert the charging cable into the
charging inlet.
When inserting, make sure not to
press the latch release button.
Align with the guide position
shown on the underside of the
charging connector, and push in
until a click is heard.
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6

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1. Charging operation
PLUG-IN QG_U (OM47747U)
Confirm that the charging indica-
tor is illuminated. (When the
charging timer function is in use,
the light will turn off several sec-
onds after illuminating.)
Charging cannot be started if the
charging indicator does not illumi-
nate when the charging cable is
inserted.
The amount of time until charging
is completed can be checked on
the energy monitor by turning the
“POWER” switch to ON mode.
The charging indicator will turn off
when charging is completed.
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16 1. Charging operation
PLUG-IN QG_U (OM47747U)
CAUTION
■When charging
● When charging outdoors, make sure to connect to a weatherproof outlet
for outdoor use.
Also, if rain falls during charging, take care that rainwater does not run
along the length of cable and enter the outlet.
● Do not insert the plug if the outlet is submerged in water or snow.
If the plug has already been inserted and it is necessary to remove it, first
switch the circuit breaker OFF, then remove the plug.
● Follow these points when charging while it is raining or snowing.
• Check that no snow, water or ice has accumulated around the charging
connector terminals and the vehicle charging inlet. Tap snow, water or
ice gently from connector prior to inserting charging connector into the
vehicle’s charging inlet.
• Do not connect the plug if your hands are wet. Also, do not get the plug or outlet wet.
● Do not charge the vehicle during a lightning storm.
■ After charging
Remove the plug if it will not be used for a long time.
Dirt and dust may accumulate plug or outlet, which could cause a
malfunction or fire, possibly leading to death or serious injury.

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3. Basic operation
PLUG-IN QG_U (OM47747U)
How to operate the power (ignition) switch
■ Starting the hybrid system
Check that the charging cable is disconnected.
Check that the parking brake is set.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Check that the “POWER” switch indicator turns green. If the indica-
tor does not turn green, the hybrid system cannot be started.
When the shift position is N, the hybrid system cannot start. Shift the
shift position to P when starting the hybrid system.
Press the “POWER” switch.
The hybrid system can be started
from any “POWER” switch mode.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the hybrid system is
completely started.
Check that the “READY” indicator is on.
If the “READY” indicator changes from a flashing light to a solid light
and the buzzer sounds, the hybrid system is starting normally.
The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.
The vehicle can move when the “READY” indicator is on even if the
engine is stopped. (The gasoline engine starts or stops automatically
in accordance with the state of the vehicle.)
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STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5