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Electrical outlet just behind driver seat

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Jamboree

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The electrical outlet, the one that allows "normal" every-day items to be powered.
Can this be used at any time.

When I purchased the MP I asked the dealer this question but I think something got lost in translation.
Here's the question.....

The outlet - At any time, can I plug my computer into it and charge it? , OR do I need to be tethered to the campsite power source for the outlet to work.

YES I did test this - I was "wild" camping and plugged my computer into the outlet - NO it did not work.
SO either my outlet is not working correctly, OR I must need to be connected to the campsite power.

Thanks
 
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David Tsang

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The off grid one in the VW California are only around 150w output so if you want something similar to use off grid then just buy something like this: 150w Inverter they are less than 20 Euros!
 
Epigram

Epigram

Active Member
Reading the online guide/ manual provides the answer. This forum is evidence that dealers don’t (always ) read them.
The section on the V Class /owner’s manual/storage and practical tips/230 v socket: Shows a 230 volt supply behind the driver’s seat which is powered via an inverter.
The Section Marco Polo / water gas electric MP/Electrical system /230 volt electrical supply: Shows a 230 volt socket which is connected to the external electrical hook up via an isolator.
Clearly different installations on different vehicles.
An interesting question:
Mercedes manufacture an inverter to supply a low power 230 volt socket. Where is it located and could Marco Polos be modified to provide a separate 230v socket powered via the inverter and the leisure battery?
It would be interesting to compare the V Class and Marco Polo wiring diagrams.
 
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Jamboree

Member
David Tsang said:
The off grid one in the VW California are only around 150w output so if you want something similar to use off grid then just buy something like this: 150w Inverter they are less than 20 Euros!
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Yeah, that's similar to the thing I've been using --- I was soooooo excited with the dealer said I could use the installed outlet and I could leave the inverter home. I guess I'm back to the inverter.
 
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