Using As An Accessory Power Outlet - Subaru 2003 Impreza Owner's Manual

CAUTION
Do not hold the lighter pushed in, because it
will overheat.
J Using as an accessory power outlet
Electrical power (12V DC) from the battery is on tap
at the socket when the ignition switch is either in the
"ACC" or "ON" position.
If you use the socket as an accessory power outlet,
take the following precautions.
When the socket is not in use, always put the cap on
the socket to prevent any foreign object from enter-
ing it.
CAUTION
D Use only in-car use electrical appliances
which are designed for 12V DC and which
consume less than 120W. Overloading the
socket can cause a short circuit. Do not use
double adapters or more than one electrical
appliance.
D If the plug on your electric appliance is ei-
ther too loose or too tight for the socket, this
can result in a poor contact or cause the plug
to get stuck. Only use plugs that fit properly.
D Use of an electric appliance in the socket for
a long period of time while the engine is not
running can cause battery discharge.
D Before driving your vehicle, make sure that
the plug and the cord on your electrical ap-
pliance will not interfere with your shifting
gears and operating the accelerator and brake
pedals. If they do, do not use the electrical ap-
pliance while driving.
If the socket has been used for electrical ap-
pliances, damage may have been done to the inter-
nal mechanism that causes a cigarette lighter to
"pop out" after its element has been heated. For that
reason, a cigarette lighter, even if it is a genuine
part, should not be used in the socket. If you want to
use the socket for a cigarette lighter again, or to pro-
tect your purchaser before you sell your car, have
your SUBARU dealer replace the socket with a new
one.
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