LEAFfan
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Ingineer said:I fully support DIY efforts like this, but I'd like to issue a warning that this modification as presently implemented defeats the GFCI function of the EVSE and could result in electric shock or death by electrocution in the event of a mishap. EV's are used outdoors, and it's very likely you will at some point connect to something where one or more components are wet. I strongly recommend you do not use any EVSE where the safety has been compromised intentionally. If someone's child plays with your charge cord and gets killed and you knowingly installed a dangerous cord with the safety circuits intentionally bypassed, you could be in big trouble!
You just spent many thousands of dollars on your LEAF purchase or lease, I wouldn't sacrifice a few dollars for safety.
I also think any Electrical Engineers that publish details on how to defeat safety circuits are doing a disservice to their profession and the public in general.
-Phil
Whoa there buddy! I guess you read something different than I did from Jack. He said he will do it WITH the SAFETY features intact which includes the GFI. I think your post is way out of line and premature. Trying to scare people into buying your expensive mod borders on greed and jealousy. And no, you obviously do not support other efforts like this, contrary to your statement. You should be giving him compliments for being able to engineer a simpler, less expensive 240V SAFE EVSE mod. He seems much more professional to me than you do after your premature scathing post.