leez34 said:
From what you say then, it seems like my setup is unacceptable even for trickle charging, at least long term. It’s the only outlet down there and I need to wash my clothes.
I'm not clear.
leez34 said:
I also really don’t even know what you mean by “circuit.” My dryer is plugged into the dryer outlet. I have not unplugged it - right now I assume it’s trickle charging with what came with the car. It’s plugged into the regular outlet below the washing machine. So when you say it should use it’s own circuit, are you warning me of danger, or just pointing out that it will be slow?
If you use the "trickle charge" cable (120 volt L1 EVSE) on the same circuit as the washer, it should be fine for charging, until you start the washer. That might trip the breaker. Even, if it doesn't, if it's only a 15 amp circuit, then it's likely bordering on unsafe as it'd be past the 80% rule. Check to see who is the manufacturer of your electrical panels.
If you choose to charge at 120 volts, make sure you monitor the plug for heat after an hour and then in a few hours. If it gets hot, stop using it. If it's loose, replace the outlet. If you smell smoke, STOP!
Below are possible dangers when charging at 120 volts if you don't know what's going on and don't monitor:
http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?f=27&t=15784&hilit=outlet+fire
http://www.mynissanleaf.com/viewtopic.php?t=10887
Using extension cords is not advisable as there's nothing to monitor the temp of the plug at the end of the cord (supposedly the L1 EVSE that comes with 2013+ Leafs has something to monitor the temp of its plug, earlier ones didn't have it). It could overheat, melt or catch fire. The cord could overheat, as well --> fire hazard. If you do use one, make sure it's uncoiled, unless you want the danger of it melting.
leez34 said:
So I need to hire someone? Who?
If you need electrical work, normally, you'd hire a licensed electrician. I have no recommendations, but https://www.tesla.com/support/find-electrician might be a starting point.
https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1098401_electric-car-charging-the-basics-you-need-to-know may also help a bit. Also, if you wish to locate paid and free public charging, use Plugshare (the app and web site). If your car has CHAdeMO (larger inlet on the left), you can use those DC (usually fast) chargers, as well. In many cases, you may need to sign up for an account and access card for a charging network (e.g. Blink, Chargepoint. EVgo, etc.) before using them.
I have no idea where you are. Can you update your location info via your user name in the upper right > User Control Panel > Profile tab? That way, we don't need to ask in future posts/threads or do sleuthing to deduce it.
BTW, NEC = National Electrical Code.