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Practical equipment
Vehicle socket
Maximum power consumption
Socket
Maximum power consumption
12 Volts
120 Watts
The maximum capacity of the socket must not be exceeded. The power con-
sumption is indicated on the rating plate of each appliance.
Where 2 or more appliances are connected at the same time, the total rating
of all the connected devices must never exceed 190 Watts ⇒ .
12 volt socket
The 12 volt socket is found in the storage compartment in the front part of
⇒ f ig. 82
the centre console
ed on.
Using electrical appliances with the engine stopped and the ignition switch-
ed on will drain the battery. Therefore, electrical consumers connected to
the socket must only be used when the engine is running.
Fig. 82 Front centre con-
sole: 12 Volt socket in
the storage compart-
ment.
and only functions when the ignition is switch-
To prevent voltage variations from causing damage, switch off the electrical
consumer connected to the 12 Volt socket before switching the ignition on
or off and before starting the engine.
CAUTION
● Always follow the operating instructions for the appliances to be con-
nected!
● Never exceed the maximum power rating as this could damage the vehi-
cle's general electrical system.
● 12 volt socket:
– Only use accessories with approved electromagnetic compatibility ac-
cording to current regulations.
– Never power the socket.