PREPARING TO USE THE JUMP STARTER
WARNING! RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID. BATTERY ACID IS A HIGHLY
CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID.
Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the cables prior to using the jump starter.
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Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the jump starter is being used.
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Clean the battery terminals before using the jump starter. During cleaning, keep airborne corrosion from coming into contact
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with your eyes, nose and mouth. Use baking soda and water to neutralize the battery acid and help minimize airborne
corrosion. Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner's manual and make sure that the output voltage of the
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jump starter is correct.
Make sure that the jump starter cable clamps make tight connections.
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JUMP STARTER LOCATION
WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSION AND CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID.
Locate the jump starter as far away from the battery as the DC cables permit.
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Never place the jump starter directly above the battery being jumped; gases from the battery will corrode and damage the
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jump starter.
Do not operate the jump starter in a closed-in area or restrict the ventilation in any way.
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CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY OF THE JUMP STARTER
IMPORTANT: CHARGE IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE, AFTER EACH USE AND EVERY 30 DAYS TO KEEP THE JUMP STARTER'S
INTERNAL BATTERY FULLY CHARGED. CHARGE THE JUMP STARTER INDOORS ONLY.
Use only the included power cord.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the jump starter before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
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When charging the internal battery, work in a well-ventilated area and do not restrict the ventilation in any way.
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LED INDICATORS
Internal Battery Status
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Make sure the jump starter is not connected to a power source or a vehicle battery.
Press the Battery Status button
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Red – Charge now
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Yellow – Charge soon
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Green – Ready for jump start
Charging Status
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Connect the jump starter to a live power source.
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Blinking Yellow – Battery is charging
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Solid Green – Battery is fully charged
Charging Percentage
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While the unit is charging, press the Battery Status button
The LEDs indicate the charging percentage.
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Red – 1-49% charge
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Yellow – 50-89% charge
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Green – 90% or higher charge
Combined Internal Battery and Vehicle Battery Charge
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Connect the jump starter to a vehicle battery and press the Battery Status button
The LEDs will show the combined internal battery and vehicle battery charge.
NOTE: this is not a true reading.
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Red – Charge now
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Yellow – Charge soon
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Green – Fully charged
800.MACTOOLS
on the front of the jump starter.
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