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1. Turn OFF vehicle ignition and all accessories (radio, A/C, lights, connected cell
phone chargers, etc.). Place vehicle in “park” and set the emergency brake.
2. Make sure the Jump-Starter Power Switch is turned to OFF.
3. Remove jumper clamps from clamp tabs. Connect the red clamp first, then
the black clamp.
4. Procedure for jump-starting a NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM (negative
battery terminal is connected to chassis) (MOST COMMON)
4a. Connect POSITIVE (+) RED clamp to vehicle battery’s POSITIVE terminal.
4b. Connect NEGATIVE (–) BLACK clamp to chassis or a solid, non-moving,
metal vehicle component or body part. NEVER CLAMP DIRECTLY TO
NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL OR MOVING PART.
5. Procedure for jump-starting POSITIVE GROUND SYSTEMS
Note: I
n the rare event that the vehicle to be started has a POSITIVE GROUNDED
SYSTEM (positive battery terminal is connected to chassis), replace steps 4a
and 4b above with steps 5a and 5b, then proceed to step 6.
5a. Connect NEGATIVE (–) BLACK clamp to vehicle battery’s NEGATIVE terminal.
5b. Connect POSITIVE (+) RED CLAMP to vehicle chassis or a solid, non-
moving, metal vehicle component or body part. NEVER CLAMP DIRECTLY
TO POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL OR MOVING PART.
6. When clamps are connected properly, turn the Jump-Starter Power Switch to ON.
7. Turn ON the ignition and crank the engine in 5-6 second bursts until engine starts.
8. Turn the Jump-Starter Power Switch back to the OFF position.
9. Disconnect the NEGATIVE (–) engine or chassis clamp first, then disconnect the
POSITIVE (+) battery clamp.
FOLLOW ALL “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” FOUND AT THE
BEGINNING OF THIS USER’S MANUAL.
WARNINGS
• Jump-Starter Power Switch should be OFF prior to jump-starting.
• This power system is to be used ONLY on vehicles or boats with
12 volt DC battery systems.
• Never touch RED and BLACK clamps together — this can cause
dangerous sparks, power arcing, and/or explosion.
• Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be
damaged if vehicle battery is jump-started. Before jump-starting this
type of vehicle, read the vehicle manual to confirm that external-
starting assistance is advised.
• Excessive engine cranking can damage the vehicle‘s starter motor. If
the engine fails to start after the recommended number of attempts,
discontinue jump-start procedure and look for other problems that
need to be corrected.
• After use, turn the Jump-Starter Power Switch OFF.
• Replace worn or defective parts immediately — contact the Customer
Service Department toll free (866) 584-5504.
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Control and Function Guide
USING THE JUMP-STARTER
This unit is delivered in a partially charged state – you must fully
charge it before using it for the first time. Initial AC charge should be
for 48 hours.
This Jump-Starter is equipped with a safety Power Switch that only allows energy
to flow when proper connections are made to battery and frame. Once the
connections are properly made, turn the switch ON to jump-start the vehicle.
DC/DC
CHARGER/ADAPTER
AC/DC
CHARGER/ADAPTER
1. Built-in LED Emergency Area Light
2. AC Recharge Port
3. 12 Volt DC Outlet
4. Battery Charge Level Pushbutton
5. LED Battery Status Indicators
6. Jump-Starter Power Switch
7. Reverse Polarity Indicator
8. USB Power Port Power Switch
9. USB Power Port
10. Area Light Power Switch
11. Pressure Gauge
12. Inflator Power Switch
13. POSITIVE (+) RED Clamp
14. Air Hose
15. Connector (Chuck)
16. NEGATIVE (–) BLACK Clamp
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