The overall usable length of the cable for cord-connected EVSEs is not to exceed 25 feet unless the listed EVSE is equipped with a ____.

• A. Cable Management System
• B. Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter
• C. Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter
• D. Energy Management System

Answer: (A)

Cord-connected EVSEs have a safety guideline that the usable cord length should not exceed 25 feet. This limit helps keep the cord manageable, reduces exposure to damage, and lowers tripping hazards. If the EVSE is listed with a cable management system—such as a reel or mechanism that neatly stores and routes the cord—the code allows a longer usable length because the system maintains safe cord handling and minimizes wear or snag risks during use. The other options relate to electrical protection or load management, not to the cord length allowance, so they don’t provide the justification for extending the cord length.