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If your electric smart car won’t charge, what should you do? There are several options:
- a Jumpstart,
- Level 1 charger,
- or Portable charger.
Read on to learn more. Hopefully, these tips will help you get back on the road quickly! But, if you’re still having trouble, keep reading. This article will help you find a solution to your battery issues. We’ve provided several options below.
Level 1 charger
You’ve purchased a new electric smart car, and it won’t charge when it tries to use a Level 1 charger. The reason is simple: Level 1 chargers only charge up to about 50% of a vehicle’s range. A Level 2 charger can charge more than 50% of an electric smart car. This will be enough to charge two electric cars at the same time. If you don’t have the proper charger, you’ll need to buy a new one to keep the old one charged.
It’s important to understand that the fastest chargers are not necessarily the most powerful ones. You can get the same results with a charger with an output of 16 amps, and you may have to spend several days before it’s ready to go. However, even if the charging speed is faster, it won’t melt the electric car. This is because of the difference between the amount of electricity required to charge a car and its battery.
Jumpstart
You may not realize it, but you can jump-start your electric smart car when it won’t charge using a 12V battery. To do this, you will need jumper cables and two 12-volt batteries. Ensure you are in a safe area and avoid touching the batteries. Next, disconnect your car from its charger, and position it near an unpainted metal surface. Make sure to unplug the charger first to prevent any damage to the car’s electrical system.
Before you attempt to jump-start an electric smart car, you should always check the battery’s charge level. It must be higher than the voltage in the battery’s terminals before it can start. The car’s speedo and ECU must be above this level to start, but they may not be at this level when you attempt to start the vehicle. If you are unable to start your electric smart car, it will shut down and become unusable.
Portable charger
Your portable charger for an electric smart car won’t charge, for some reason. Firstly, it may not be fully inserted into the socket. Also, some chargers can be a bit stiff. Then, you should check the delay timer on your smart car to see if it is set to start charging in a minute or so. If that’s not the case, you can try unticking the smart charging option in the settings.
Another factor that affects your charger’s ability to charge your electric smart car is its capacity. The higher the capacity, the better. For example, a charger with a 48-amp capacity should be compatible with your car. For a plug-in hybrid, it’s not necessary to get a high-end charger. However, fully electric vehicles can be difficult to charge, and you should make sure you have the right charger.