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DC/AC Inverter and AC Power Point (C-Max Hybrid and C-Max Energi only)
Note: Do not keep an electrical device plugged in the power point when the device is not in use.
It is not recommended to use any extension cord with the 110V AC power point, since it
will defeat the safety protection design provided by the cap and twist tab. It will also cause
the power point to overload due to powering multiple devices that can reach beyond the
150 watt load limit.
The DC/AC inverter converts 12-volt DC to 110-volt AC to power a device that uses AC with a
rating of less than 150 watts. The power point will automatically shut off if the load exceeds 150
watts. This prevents damage to the inverter or load. The inverter supplies 110-volt AC power only
when the key is in the ON/START position. This reduces the draw on the 12-volt system when the
vehicle is not running. The DC/AC inverter outlet (AC power point) is equipped with a green LED
that indicates the system integrity. The green LED illuminates continuously when the key is in the
ON/START position and the system is operating normally. The green LED flashes constantly if the
key is in the ON/START position and a fault is detected. Short circuits, overloads or overheating of
the inverter will cause the green LED to flash and the power to be cut off to the outlet. If the LED
is flashing, the problem must be corrected. If the inverter has overheated, with no load connected,
it must have time to cool off.
The power outlet is not designed for the following electric appliances; they may not work properly:
• Cathode ray tube-type televisions
• Motor loads, such as vacuum cleaners, electric saws and other electric power tools,
compressor-driven refrigerators
• Measuring devices, which process precise data, such as medical equipment, measuring
equipment
• Other appliances requiring an extremely stable power supply: microcomputer-controlled electric
blankets, touch sensor lamps
Auxiliary Power Point — 12V
WARNING: The nominal high-voltage traction battery (HVTB) voltage is approximately
300 volts DC.
WARNING: The high-voltage traction battery (HVTB) and charging system contains
high-voltage components and wiring. High-voltage cables and wiring are orange in color.
WARNING: Before carrying out any vehicle modifications, the high-voltage traction
batteries (HVTB) must be depowered. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
severe personal injury or death.
FCS-212235-13
Section 2: Electrical
Electrical
March 2013