Are electric cars bad for health?
Hybrid and electric cars may be cancer-causing as they emit extremely low frequency (ELF) electromagnetic fields (EMF). Thus, even if EMF measurements comply with the ICNIRP guidelines, occupants of hybrid and electric cars may still be at increased risk for cancer and other health problems.
Should I ground my welder to my truck?
Vehicle Mounted—Equipment installed in a truck, trailer, or similar wheeled vehicle. Work—The workpiece or metal upon which the welder welds and is normally grounded independently of the welding leads to a good electrical ground unless a qualified person assures it is safe to work on an ungrounded workpiece.
Where can I get a high voltage battery for my Prius?
Prius High Voltage Battery Diagnosis and Upgrade Southern Illinois University Carbondale OpenSIUC Presentations Department of Automotive Technology Spring 3-2012 Prius High Voltage Battery Diagnosis and Upgrade Timothy Janello Southern Illinois University Carbondale, [email protected]
How many volts does a Toyota Prius have?
Some shops may already be providing routine scheduled maintenance to this and other hybrid vehicles. The Prius uses a high-voltage battery pack that’s comprised of 38 modules. Each of these modules contains six 1.2-volt cells. This is a total of 273.6 direct current (DC) volts.
What kind of battery does a 2004 Prius have?
(Note: The new-generation 2004 Prius has been upgraded with a 50-kilowatt electric motor from the earlier 33-kw version. The Prius nickel-metal hydride battery is upgraded, too, to a 500-volt maximum, up from 273.6 volts.)
How can I kill the battery in my Prius?
Here are some examples of how to kill the battery in a Prius: Stop the car and park with the lights on. Open your door to exit the vehicle. With the door open, turn off the car completely, while distracted by chatting with someone. Exit the vehicle, not knowing that your lights are still on.