Nissan Leaf (2023 year). Manual in english — page 5

8. Connect the charge connector to the

charge port. If it is connected normally, a
beep will sound once.

9. If charging has started, or if the Li-ion

battery is waiting for the charging timer,
a beep will sound twice and the charg-
ing status indicator light display will
change. For additional information, see
“Charging

status

indicator

lights”

(P. CH-49).

10. When recharging outside, such as in

your driveway, use a commercially
available padlock attached in position

O

A

to prevent theft.

LCH2114

LCH2104

LCH2108

Charging

CH-23

To stop trickle charge:

1. Ensure that the charge connector lock is

not engaged. For additional information,
see “Charge connector lock system”
(P. CH-41).

2. Press the button on the charge connec-

tor, release the lock and remove the
charge connector from the charge port.

3. Attach the safety cap to the EVSE.

4. Remove the electrical plug from the AC

110 - 120 volt, 15A dedicated electrical
outlet.

5. Store in its case.

LCH2105

LCH2138

LCH2110

CH-24

Charging

NOTE:
Perform the following procedure to
store the EVSE in the case.

1. Wind the charge cable into a size that will

allow it to be stored in the case (approxi-
mately 14 in (36 cm) in diameter). Winding
the charge cable in the direction shown
above avoids shortening of cable life.

2. Place the EVSE into the case.

3. Pass the lower side belt from the case

through the fastener on the bottom of
the luggage board

O

C

.

4. Hang the hook

O

D

from the case to the

ring from the trim.

5. Fix the belt

O

E

with the hook-and-loop

fastener on the case, pulling the belt
from the case.

WARNING

Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE
case securely through the fastener on
the bottom of the luggage board. If the
case suddenly becomes loose, it may
cause serious injury or death.

1. After closing the cap on the charge port,

close the charge port lid.

LCH2139

LCH2137

LCH2206

Charging

CH-25

NOTE:
To stop charging mid-charge, remove
the charge connector. Charging auto-
matically stops.

HOW TO NORMAL CHARGE (AC
220–240 volt) BY L1 & L2 EVSE

WARNING

Please be sure to follow the warnings
below. Failure to do so may result in
serious injury or death.

•

If you wear a pacemaker or an im-
plantable cardiovascular defibrilla-
tor (ICD), stay at least 6 in (15 cm)
away from the EVSE.

•

If you use a pacemaker or an Im-
plantable Cardiovascular Defibrilla-
tor (ICD), check with the electric
medical device manufacturer con-
cerning the effects that charging
may have on implanted devices be-
fore starting the charge operation.
Charging may affect the operation.

•

In order to avoid an electric shock or
fire due to a short circuit, connect to a
GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) circuit
breaker and use a waterproof electri-
cal ground socket.

•

Discontinue EVSE use immediately if
plug or outlet becomes hot to the
touch or if you notice any unusual
odors.

•

Never use extension cords or plug
adapters with EVSE.

•

Never use plug adapters other than
the Genuine NISSAN Adapter for
EVSE.

•

Always unplug the EVSE when not in
use.

•

The Genuine NISSAN L1 & L2 EVSE
draws 30 amps continuously while
charging the Li-ion battery with AC
220–240 volt outlet. Do not plug in to
any electrical circuit unless it is in-
spected by a licensed electrician to
confirm that the electrical circuit can
accept a 30 amp draw. Any electrical
circuit has a much higher likelihood
of being compromised in the follow-
ing conditions listed below.

–

Improper use of the EVSE may re-

sult in a fire and serious injury or
death.

–

Do not use the EVSE in structures

more than 40 years old.

–

Do not use the EVSE in structures

using fuse-based circuit protec-
tion. Use only with electrical cir-
cuits

protected

by

circuit

breakers.

–

Do not use the EVSE on electrical

circuits with two-prong outlets.

–

Do not use the EVSE if other de-

vices are plugged into the same
circuit.

–

When unplugging, be sure to pull

by the plug and not the cord.

–

Do not pull, twist, bend, step on or

drag the cable.

–

If you use the EVSE holder, handle

it with care to avoid injuries due to
contact with its edges or other
parts.

–

Do not use the EVSE if the cable or

cord is frayed, has broken insula-
tion, or shows any other indica-
tions of damage.

–

Stop using the EVSE immediately

if charging stops before comple-
tion when you move the plug or
the cord.

CH-26

Charging

–

Do not use the EVSE if the control

box, plug, the EVSE or charge con-
nector is broken, cracked, open,
corroded or shows any other indi-
cations of damage.

–

Do not use the EVSE if the plug has

a loose connection with the outlet
or if the outlet is damaged or
rusted.

–

Before you connect the EVSE, be

sure to check the rated current
shown on the EVSE to ensure that
the outlet and circuit have enough
current capacity to charge your
vehicle safely. If the capacity of
the

outlet

and

circuit

is

not

enough, wiring may cause over-
heating or a fire.

–

If in any doubt about the outlet

and circuit, consult a qualified
electrician.

–

The EVSE has parts that may

spark inside. Do not use it where
gasoline, paint, or flammable liq-
uids are used or stored.

–

Do not use if a malfunction occurs

or if the EVSE has been damaged
in any manner. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer for replacement.

–

The EVSE contains no user ser-

viceable parts. Do not attempt to
repair the EVSE, doing so will void
your warranty.

•

Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE
case securely through the fastener
on the bottom of the luggage board.
If the case suddenly becomes loose,
it may cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION

•

Only charge using a standard AC 220
- 240 volt, 50A dedicated electrical
outlet (for example, do not use an
electric generator). Failure to do so
may cause charging to fail and could
cause damage to the vehicle or the
EVSE due to power surges.

•

NISSAN recommends using Genuine
NISSAN

charging

equipment

to

charge

the

vehicle.

Using

non-

NISSAN equipment could cause the
Li-ion battery to not charge correctly
and may damage the vehicle or the
EVSE.

Precautions on storage

• Do not store the EVSE in a place exposed

to direct sunlight.

• Do not store the EVSE in a place exposed

to wind or rain.

• Be sure to store the EVSE with the protec-

tive cap on to keep the terminal of the
charge connector away from dirt and
dust.

• Do not store the EVSE with the cable

and/or cord wound around the control
box.

• Do not store the EVSE in a condition in

which the cable and/or cord are twisted.

LCH2136

Charging

CH-27

• The control box will become hot while the

EVSE

is

charging.

This

is

not

a

malfunction.

• Normal charge (AC 220–240 volt) by L1 &

L2 EVSE is performed using an AC 220 —
240 volt, 50A dedicated electrical outlet
using the L1 & L2 EVSE provided with the
vehicle.

LHA5095

NEMA 14–50 outlet and plug

• 120V/240V EVSE (L1/L2) plug must be connected to a NEMA 14–50 outlet that is con-

nected to a single phase power supply obtained from a delta connection.

• If connected to another type of power supply, EVSE will not work normally.

CH-28

Charging

LHA5096

Correct electric outlet connection

If connected to three phase power supply, EVSE does not work normally.

Charging

CH-29

To start normal charging

NOTE:

Charging timer, remote charge (models
with navigation system) and immediate
charge can be performed in the normal
charge mode. For additional informa-
tion, see “Charging methods” (P. CH-43)

1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place

the vehicle in the P (Park) position and
apply the parking brake.

2. When charging the Li-ion battery, place

the power switch in the OFF position.
When the power switch is in the ON po-
sition, the Li-ion battery will not start
charging.

3. Open the charge port lid. For additional

information,

see

“Charge

port

lid”

(P. 3-20).

LHA5094

Incorrect electric outlet connection

If EVSE is connected to this miswired outlet, EVSE does not work and the POWER

indicator light (orange) on the EVSE control box will blink.

CH-30

Charging

4. Take out the EVSE from the rear hatch.

5. Connect the electrical plug to the AC 220

- 240 volt, 50A dedicated electrical outlet.
If it is connected normally, the green light
on the EVSE control box indicator light
illuminates.

NOTE:
You can pass a rope through the holes

O

A

on the control box or place the con-

trol box to the holder in order to hang
it up while the Li-ion battery is
charging.Use the EVSE with the plug in
an upright position. (The cord should
extend down from the outlet.)

LCH2201

LCH2202

Charging

CH-31

6. Open the charge port cap. For additional

information, see

“Charge

port

cap”

(P. 3-22).

7. Remove the safety cap from the charge

connector.

8. Connect the charge connector to the

charge port. If it is connected normally, a
beep will sound once.

9. If charging has started, or if the Li-ion

battery is waiting for the charging timer,
a beep will sound twice and the charg-
ing status indicator light display will
change. For additional information, see
“Charging

status

indicator

lights”

(P. CH-49).

LCH2114

LCH2107

LCH2104

CH-32

Charging

10. When recharging outside, such as in

your driveway, use a commercially
available padlock attached in position

O

A

to prevent theft.

To stop normal charging:

1. Ensure that the charge connector lock is

not engaged. For additional information,
see “Charge connector lock system”
(P. CH-41).

2. Press the button on the charge connec-

tor, release the lock and remove the
charge connector from the charge port.

3. Attach the safety cap to the EVSE.

4. Remove the electrical plug from the AC

220 - 240 volt, 50A dedicated electrical
outlet.

LCH2108

LCH2138

LCH2105

Charging

CH-33

5. Store in its case.

NOTE:

Perform the following procedure to store
the EVSE in the case:

1. Wind the charge cable into a size that will

allow it to be stored in the case (approxi-
mately 14 in (36 cm) in diameter). Winding
the charge cable in the direction shown
above avoids shortening the cable life.

2. Place the EVSE into the case.

3. Pass the ring of the lower side belt from

the case through the fastener on the
bottom of the luggage board

O

C

.

LCH2110

LCH2139

LCH2137

CH-34

Charging

4. Hang the hook

O

D

from the case to the

ring from the trim.

5. Fix the belt

O

E

with the hook-and-loop

fastener on the case, pulling the belt
from the case.

WARNING

Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE
case securely through the fastener on
the bottom of the luggage board. If the
case suddenly becomes loose, it may
cause serious injury or death.

6. After closing the cap on the charge port,

close the charge port lid.

NOTE:

To stop charging mid-charge, remove
the charge connector. Charging auto-
matically stops.

HOW TO QUICK CHARGE

Quick charge uses public charging sta-
tions (up to 50 kW of power [for 40 kWh
battery models] / 100 kW of power [for 60
kWh battery models]) to charge the battery
in a short period of time.

WARNING

•

Always use a quick charger that is
compatible with the LEAF. Using an
incompatible

quick

charger

may

cause a fire or malfunction resulting
in serious personal injury or death.

•

Before starting the quick charge,
carefully read the instructions pro-
vided on the quick charger and make
sure the quick charge connector is
properly connected and locked. Fail-
ure to connect or operate the quick
charger correctly could cause dam-
age to the vehicle or the charging
equipment.

NOTE:
• Quick charging is possible (even sev-

eral times a day) if the battery tem-
perature is not near the red zone. If the
battery temperature reaches the red
zone, in order to protect the battery,
quick charging is not allowed and the
power limitation mode will be trig-
gered. For additional information, see
“Li-ion battery temperature gauge”
(P. 2-7).

• When

the

Li-ion

battery

available

charge and the Li-ion battery capacity
are shown on the quick charger unit,
the readings may differ from the Li-ion
battery

available

charge/capacity

reading shown on the vehicle’s display.

LCH2206

Charging

CH-35

To start charging:

1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place

the vehicle in the P (Park) position and
apply the parking brake.

2. When charging the Li-ion battery, place

the power switch in the OFF position.
When the power switch is in the ON po-
sition, the Li-ion battery will not start
charging.

3. Open the charge port lid and charge

port cap. For additional information, see
“Charge port lid” (P. 3-20) and “Charge
port cap” (P. 3-22).

4. Align

O

1

with the groove of the charge

port and insert the charge connector.

CAUTION

Be sure to insert the charge connector
straight into the quick charge port right
up to the base. Failure to do so may
result in the Li-ion battery not charging
or could cause damage to the charging
equipment.

LCH2115

LCH2116

LCH2117

CH-36

Charging

5. Grasp the lock lever and lock the charge

connector.

6. Follow the instructions on the quick

charge equipment. When the equip-
ment is properly installed and ready to
charge a beep sounds twice and the
charging

status

indicator

light

will

change. For additional information, see
“Charging

status

indicator

lights”

(P. CH-49).

Charging ends in the following situations:
• When charging is complete
• When the possible charge time set for the

quick charger is exceeded

NOTE:
• Charging may automatically stop even

if it is not completed.

• If charging stops mid-charge, you can

restart charging by pressing the start
button on the quick charger again.

• The charge connector is locked to the

charge port during charging and can-
not be disconnected. Follow the in-
structions on the quick charge equip-
ment

to

stop

charging.

Confirm

charging is stopped by looking at the
indicators on the instrument panel.
The charge connector can be discon-
nected from the vehicle when charging
is stopped.

• When quick charging, the Li-ion bat-

tery charging rate is slower as the per-
centage of available battery charge
increases.

To finish charging:

1. Confirm charging is stopped by looking

at the indicators on the instrument
panel. The charge connector can be dis-
connected from the vehicle when charg-
ing is stopped.

2. Unlock the charge connector, remove

from the vehicle and properly store it.

3. Close the quick charge port cap.

4. Shut the charge port lid.

LCH2118

LCH2119

Charging

CH-37

CAUTION

As the quick charge connector is
heavier in comparison to the other
charge connectors, allowing it to drop
could cause damage to the vehicle or
charge connector or personal injury.
When removing the connector, be sure
to pull it out straight and as carefully as
possible.

HOW TO CHARGE/DISCHARGE
USING QUICK CHARGE PORT

V2X (vehicle to everything) enables the EV
to supply electric power to a home or a
building, etc.

“V2X” includes all of the following:
• Vehicle to home (V2H)
• Vehicle to building (V2B)
• Vehicle to grid (V2G)
• Vehicle to load (V2L)
• Vehicle to vehicle (V2V)

V2X charge/discharge uses a V2X device.

WARNING

•

Always use a quick charger/V2X de-
vice that is compatible with the LEAF.
Using

an

incompatible

quick

charger/V2X device may cause a fire
or malfunction resulting in serious
personal injury or death.

•

Before starting the quick charge/V2X
charge, carefully read the instruc-
tions provided on the quick charger/
V2X device and make sure the quick
charge connector is properly con-
nected and locked. Failure to connect
or operate the quick charger cor-
rectly could cause damage to the ve-
hicle or the charging equipment.

NOTE:
• Charging/discharging

using

quick

charge port is possible (even several
times a day) if the battery temperature
is not near the red zone. If the battery
temperature reaches the red zone, in
order to protect the battery, charging/
discharging is not allowed and the
power limitation mode will be trig-
gered. For additional information, see
“Li-ion battery temperature gauge”
(P. 2-7).

• When

the

Li-ion

battery

available

charge/discharge and the Li-ion bat-
tery capacity are shown on the quick
charger unit or V2X device, the read-
ings may differ from the Li-ion battery
available

charge/discharge/capacity

reading shown on the vehicle’s display.

• The vehicle outputs 12-volt battery

power to a V2X device upon its connec-
tion to the inlet. It can start to work
without further customer's operation,
if the device is capable to receive 12-
volt battery power from the vehicle.
The 12-volt battery power output stops
automatically after 5 minutes elapses.
Remove then insert the connector in
order to restart the power-delivery.

CH-38

Charging