Mercedes-Benz GLS Owner's Manual page 154

Example: 12 V socket in the stowage compartment
in the front centre console
Lift up cap 1 of the socket and insert the
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plug of the device.
If you have connected a device to the 12 V
socket, leave the cover of the stowage compart‐
ment open.
Using the 230 V socket in the rear passenger
compartment
& DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to dam‐
aged connecting cable or socket
You could receive an electric shock when
pulling the connecting cable or the 230 V
power socket out of the trim, or if it is dam‐
aged or wet.
Use only connecting cables that are dry
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and free of damage.
When the ignition is switched off, make
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sure that the 230 V power socket is dry.
Immediately have the 230 V power
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socket checked or replaced at a quali‐
fied specialised workshop if it is dam‐
aged or has been pulled out of the trim.
Never plug the connecting cable into a
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230 V power socket that is damaged or
has been pulled out of the trim.
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& DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to incor‐
rect handling of the socket
You could receive an electric shock in partic‐
ular:
if you reach into the socket.
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if you insert unsuitable devices or objects
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into the socket.
Do not reach into the socket.
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Only connect suitable devices to the
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socket.
Requirements:
Only connect devices with a suitable plug
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which conforms to the standards specific to
the country you are in.
Only connect devices up to a maximum of
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150 W (0.65 A).
Do not use multiple socket outlets.
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Depending on the vehicle equipment, the design
of the centre console and stowage compartment
may differ.