Cessna SKYCATCHER 162 - 12 V Power Outlet; External Power Receptacle (if Installed)

CESSNA SECTION 2
MODEL 162 AIRPLANE AND SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
GARMIN G300
U.S.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (Continued)
12V POWER OUTLET
A 12 volt power outlet connector (POWER OUTLET 12V - 7.5A) is
provided by an automotive style power outlet located on the center
pedestal. The power outlet receives electrical power from a dedicated
7.5 amp circuit breaker located in the switch/circuit breaker panel.
CAUTION
• CHARGING OF LITHIUM BATTERIES MAY CAUSE
THE LITHIUM BATTERIES TO EXPLODE.
• TAKE CARE TO OBSERVE THE MANUFACTURER'S
POWER REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO PLUGGING
ANY DEVICE INTO THE 12 VOLT CABIN POWER
SYSTEM CONNECTOR. THIS SYSTEM IS LIMITED TO
A MAXIMUM OF 7.5 AMPS.
• USE CAUTION WITH POWER/ADAPTER CABLES IN
THE CABIN TO AVOID ENTANGLING OCCUPANTS
OR CABIN FURNISHINGS AND TO PREVENT
DAMAGE TO CABLES SUPPLYING LIVE ELECTRIC
CURRENT.
• DISCONNECT POWER/ADAPTER CABLES WHEN
NOT IN USE.
EXTERNAL POWER RECEPTACLE (if installed)
The External Power Receptacle, if installed, allows the use of an
external power source for cold weather starting or for lengthy
maintenance work on electrical equipment. The receptacle is located
on the forward left side of the firewall and is accessed through a hinged
door in the engine cowling.
Anytime an external power source of correct voltage and polarity is
connected to the external power receptacle, the power will be
connected to the main battery regardless of MASTER switch position.
In order to power onboard equipment with the external power source,
the MASTER switch must be turned to the ON position.
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