Can the Ora Turn on Air Conditioning While Charging?
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Electric vehicles' power batteries can simultaneously charge and discharge, allowing the air conditioning to be turned on. Below is an introduction to car air conditioning: 1. Function: It is used to adjust and control the temperature, humidity, air cleanliness, and airflow inside the car cabin to an optimal state, providing passengers with a comfortable environment, reducing travel fatigue, creating favorable working conditions for the driver, and serving as an important ventilation device for ensuring safe driving. 2. Layout: The layout involves assembling components such as the evaporator, heater radiator, centrifugal blower, and control mechanism together, referred to as the air conditioning unit assembly.
It's really convenient to turn on the air conditioning while charging my Ora car. From my personal experience, last summer while waiting for charging at the station, the car was unbearably stuffy. I tried turning on the AC, lowered the temperature to 22°C, and with the fan blowing loudly, it quickly cooled down. At that time, I noticed a prompt on the screen indicating a drop in charging power—some of the power was diverted to run the AC fan and compressor, extending the total charging time by about 20 minutes. But I think it was worth it, especially since waiting without AC was torture. I recommend that owners minimize AC use at fast-charging stations to save time, but it's perfectly fine during slow charging or at-home charging. The manual also states that the system is designed to allow operation of all electronic devices, including the AC, while charging, with no safety risks. However, higher battery consumption may affect overall range. Remember to monitor the temperature via the app, avoid setting the AC too low, and keep the fan speed moderate to avoid wasting power and prolonging the wait. Overall, using the AC while charging is feasible and improves comfort without issues.
As a tech enthusiast, I've studied the charging logic of Ora models. It is indeed possible to run the air conditioning while charging, because the vehicle's high-voltage system is designed for multitasking—the charger supplies power to the battery while devices like the AC draw power directly from the battery. Turning on the AC increases the load, reducing the net charging power and thus prolonging the charging time. For example, a full charge that would normally take 1 hour might take 1.5 hours with the AC on. Factors affecting this include the AC's set temperature and fan speed, with higher outdoor temperatures causing the compressor to consume more energy. It's recommended to use the AC in eco mode with lower fan speeds to reduce power consumption during charging. The system includes safety mechanisms, such as overheating protection that limits power output, so there's no need to worry about battery damage. If you're really in a hurry, opening the windows for ventilation can save power and avoid extending charging time. In short, the technology supports it, though with slightly reduced efficiency.
