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bad to leave plug in after charging complete?

Discussion in 'Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015' started by the_chinadian, Nov 15, 2012.

  1. the_chinadian

    the_chinadian New Member

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    Hi all,

    noob question - is it bad to leave the plug in after the charging is complete? Does it negatively impact the battery or the life of the battery?

    Thanks.
     
    #1 the_chinadian, Nov 15, 2012
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    Wondering the same thing. Using a Kill-a-Watt meter at the outlet and watching variations in amps drawn and kWh for each charge. When the charge is done, there's still a trickle charge of +/- two watts going to the car.

    So it's a good question. Even when the charge is "done" it's not entirely until you unplug...
     
    #2 jmlarence, Nov 15, 2012
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    probably the led on the brick is the culprit
     
    #3 priuskitty, Nov 15, 2012
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    The 120v source is disconnected via internal relay once the charge is complete- so no harm in leaving the cordset connected to the car after charging is complete.
     
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    "probably the led on the brick is the culprit"

    Cheers! Makes perfect sense!
     
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    I soh smart:D:LOL::ROFLMAO:
     
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    i figured there was an automatic shut-off, but just thought I'd check with those of you in the community who have the owner's manual memorized ... :p
     
    #7 the_chinadian, Nov 15, 2012
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    I wouldn't say we have the manual memorized, but just lots and lots of experience with this specific part of the car.
     
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    3PriusMike Prius owner since 2000, Tesla M3 2018

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    It's more than the LED. There is a circuit in there that detects when you plug in to the car and then negotiates the charging rate, etc.

    Mike
     
    #9 3PriusMike, Nov 16, 2012
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    I can confirm that it is the brick consuming the power, as I measured the same thing with my meter without the EVSE plugged into the car. I'll have to do the math, it might be useful to automate a wireless relay which shuts off the outlet when not in use.
     
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    My apologies. I was just teasing. I hope I didn't offend you. The forum has been invaluable to me.
     
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    None taken. We're glad to help.
     
    #12 devprius, Nov 16, 2012
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