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Charger plug doesn’t fit under outdoor weatherproof cover

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prime Charging' started by Scott_R, Oct 11, 2024 at 3:29 PM.

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    So I just had an outdoor outlet put in near my new Prime. Problem is, the weatherproof cover won’t close with the charger plugged in—not unless I try to force it, but of course I don’t want to damage the cable by over-bending it.

    I looked for a right-angle plug adapter rated at least 15 amps but came up short—unless I get one that has a cord. But even if it’s a very short cord (1 foot) that means where it and the charger connect will be outside, exposed to the weather, and I don’t want to risk infiltration.

    Anyone here with a similar issue who’s found a solution?
     
    #1 Scott_R, Oct 11, 2024 at 3:29 PM
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    #2 bisco, Oct 11, 2024 at 9:10 PM
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    you might find something online, or an electrical supply house. maybe the electrician can direct you
     
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    Don't know if it's also in the Gen 5 owners manual ( I'd suspect it still is ). And from your pics it looks like the brick is hanging from the plug. The cover is the least of your problems if the brick is hanging and or exposed during rain or other inclement weather.
     
    #6 vvillovv, Oct 17, 2024 at 6:26 PM
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    I did this just to illustrate the cover issue; I have it addressed.
     
    #7 Scott_R, Oct 17, 2024 at 6:56 PM
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