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4. For a positive-ground vehicle, connect the portable power's NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the
NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) battery post. Next, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clamp to the vehicle chassis
or engine block away from the battery.
IMPORTANT: If you have connected the clamps backwards, an audio alarm will sound. DO NOT turn
the On/Off switch to the ON position. This could cause serious damage to the jump starter or the vehicle.
Reverse the connections and the audio alarm will stop.
5. Turn the switch to the ON position.
6. Crank the engine for no more than 8 seconds. If the engine does not start, wait 2 minutes before
cranking again.
7. After the engine starts, turn the switch to the OFF position and remove the portable power from the battery.
8. Charge the portable power.
5.3 USING THE WORK/EMERGENCY FLEX LIGHT
1. Position the jump starter on a flat, stable surface near the intended work area.
2. Ensure that the battery clamps are securely clipped on the storage holders.
3. Remove the flexible work light from the storage clip on the side of the unit. Point the light in the
desired direction.
NOTE: Do not use the flex light to lift the unit.
4. Press the
5. Press the light button again. The light will flash.
6. When finished, press the light button again, to turn off the light.
7. Return the flex light to the storage clip after use.
8. Charge the jump starter as soon as possible after using the flex light.
NOTE: The flex light will automatically shut off after 24 hours.
5.4 USING THE USB PORTS
NOTE: The 2 left ports are optimized for Android™ devices. The 2 right ports are optimized for Apple
The USB ports provide up to 2A per side (4A total) at 5V DC.
1. Ensure that the battery clamps are securely clipped on the storage holders.
2. Plug the device into one of the four USB ports on the front panel.
3. Press the USB port ON/OFF button.
4. Turn on the USB device.
5. When you are finished using the USB port, press the button, to turn off.
6. Charge the jump starter as soon as possible after using the USB port.
NOTE: To protect your electronic devices, the USB will automatically shut off when the internal battery's
voltage is low.
5.5 POWERING A 12V DC DEVICE
The portable power is a power source for all 12V DC accessories that are equipped with a 12V accessory
plug. Use it for power outages and on fishing or camping trips.
NOTE: Do not power a 12V device with the portable power while charging the internal battery.
1. Make sure the device to be powered is OFF before inserting the 12V DC accessory plug into the 12V
DC accessory outlet.
2. Ensure that the battery clamps are securely clipped on the storage holders.
3. Open the protective cover of the DC power outlet on the portable power.
4. Plug the 12V DC device into the DC power outlet and turn on the 12V DC device (if required).
5. When finished, turn off the DC device (if required) and unplug from the DC power outlet.
CAUTION: Do not use the portable power to run appliances that draw more than 20A DC.
NOTE: Extended operation of a 12V DC device may result in excessive battery drain. Recharge the
portable power immediately after unplugging the 12V DC device.
light button once. The jump starter light will turn on and illuminate your work area.
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