fuse function

2004 9-3 Convertible Fuse Panel in end of Facia Question 1: In the manual, Fuse #9 is 10 Amp with a defined Function of "Dash Fuse Panel". What does that mean? What does this fuse do? When I pull it, it fixes Qustion#2. Question 2: My battery discharges relatively quickly, e.g. down to...