If you are considering using an adapter with the zappi charger, we strongly advise against it. myenergi only produces tethered units with a Type 2 (IEC 62196-2) connector, meaning that if your vehicle has a Type 1 (SAE J1772) socket, purchasing the tethered variant would not be recommended. Moreover, we cannot advise on the use of Type 2 to Type 1 adapters, as we have encountered quality concerns with these in the past.
| Type 1 ( SAE J1772) | Type 2 (IEC 62196-2) |
Warning: The use of such adapters will void the warranty on your zappi unit.
Additionally, it is not possible to replace the tethered lead with a Type 1 version for the same reasons. The most suitable course of action would be to install the untethered variant of the zappi, which allows you to use the dedicated charge lead supplied with your vehicle.
This recommendation is clarified in the zappi manual (Page 3), which states:
"Zappi comes in either tethered or untethered variants. The untethered version should only be used with a dedicated Type 2 cable to Type 2 or a dedicated Type 2 cable to Type 1, compliant with EN 62196-1 and EN 62196-2. Adapters, extension cables, and conversion cables must not be used with either version of the Zappi. Failure to install and operate the unit in accordance with these instructions may damage the unit and invalidate the manufacturer’s warranty."
Thus, if you own a Type 1 vehicle and wish to purchase a zappi, the untethered model is necessary, allowing you to use your own Type 2 (into the charger) to Type 1 (into the vehicle) charge lead for safe operation.