Mitsubishi MOTORS Outlander PHEV 2018 Owner's Manual page 321

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120 V AC power supplies (if so equipped)
NOTE
 12 V power outlets and 120 V AC power
supplies can be used simultaneously. Refer
to "12 V power outlets" on page 5-196.
 If the plug of the electrical appliance was
loose or wobbled when inserted in the outlet,
replace the 120 V AC power supply by a cer-
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tified Mitsubishi EV dealer.
 Never leave the vehicle, perform refueling or
washing the vehicle while using the 120 V
AC power supply.
 You may hear operating sounds such as
sounds from the cooling fan near luggage
area when using the 120 V AC power supply.
This is normal.
 Never use electrical appliance which is vul-
nerable to vibration or heat in the cabin.
When exposed to the strong direct sunlight,
the cabin will become extremely hot. It could
cause product failure.
 Do not use the 120 V AC power supply with
the vehicle covered by a car cover.
 When closing the window, door or liftgate,
be careful not to trap the power supply cord
of the electrical appliance.
 120 V AC power supply cannot be used in
the following cases.
• When Plug-in Hybrid EV System warning
light is illuminated.
• When the main drive lithium-ion battery
level display indicates 0.
• When the "PROPULSION POWER IS
REDUCED" warning display appears.
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Features and controls
NOTE
 Electrical appliance may not operate nor-
mally or electricity supply stops under the
following conditions. You may hear an oper-
ation noise. This is normal.
• When the power consumption of the electri-
cal appliance exceeds 1500 W.
• When the vehicle interior temperature is
too hot or too cold.
 When the 120 V AC power supply cannot be
used or is not returned to operation automati-
cally after stopping electricity supply, follow
the procedures below.
1. Disconnect the plug of electrical appli-
ance.
2. Confirm the remaining quantity of the
main drive lithium-ion battery. When it is
low, charge the main drive lithium-ion
battery by using the battery charge mode
switch, etc.
 "Battery charge mode switch" P.5-66
 "Normal charging (charging method
with rated AC 120 V outlet)" P.3-20
 "Quick charging (charging method
with quick charger)" P. 3-32
3. Confirm the ready indicator illuminates.
If not, start the Plug-in Hybrid EV Sys-
tem.
4. When the vehicle interior temperature is
too hot or too cold, adjust it appropriately
by using air conditioner.
5. Press the 120 V AC power supply switch
to turn on.
NOTE
6. Confirm the indicator light on 120 V AC
power supply switch comes on and insert
the plug in the power outlet.
 The following electrical appliance may not
operate normally even if the power con-
sumption is less than 1500 W. Also be aware
that electric power which can be used will
vary depending on the main drive lithium-
ion battery condition.
• Electrical appliance to which large current
flows momentarily
• Electrical appliance which gauges precise
data
• Electrical appliance which does not operate
normally when it is not placed horizontally
• Electrical appliance which needs extremely
stable operation
• Electrical appliance with a timer function,
which needs the consecutive output
 AC power output may be shut off and the
electrical appliance may be turned off
accordingly depending on the main drive
lithium-ion battery condition even if the bat-
tery level display does not indicate 0.
 Use of electrical appliance could cause radio
or television noise.
 The voltage of the 120 V AC power supply
cannot be correctly gauged with a commer-
cially available tester. Consult a certified
Mitsubishi EV dealer when you need mea-
surement of the voltage.
 Also refer to the instruction manual and label
accompanying the electrical appliance.

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