If the red and black clamps
touch each other (refer to
the "Jump Starter" section) ...
If the clamp connections
to the battery's positive
and negative terminals are
reversed (refer to the "Jump
Starter" section) ...
When the unit is charging
or recharging using the
supplied Charging Adapter
(refer to the "Charging/
Recharging" section) ...
NOTE: The unit will automatically power off once ALL the functions
and the charging process are turned off.
... the Backlit LCD Screen will
display the Battery Status Icon
and Battery Voltage Indicator. The
Clamp Icons, "+" and "–" signs and
the Alarm Icon will flash. The unit
will sound a two-second warning
every ten seconds continuously
until the clamps are separated.
... the Backlit LCD Screen will
display the Battery Status Icon,
Battery Voltage Indicator, and the
Clamp Icons. The Alarm Icon, the
"+" and "–" signs and the Reverse
Polarity Icons will flash and the unit
will sound a warning continuously
until the clamps are disconnected
from the battery.
... the backlight will turn on for 10
seconds (only). The LCD Screen
will continue to display the Battery
Status Icon and Battery Voltage
Indicator. The bars on the Battery
Status Icon will change from empty
to solid (bottom to top) repeatedly.
Viewing Battery Status
The Battery Status Icon and Battery Voltage Indicator indicate the
battery charge level as follows.
• If the battery charge level is at full capacity, four solid bars will display.
• If the battery is partially charged, two or three solid bars will display.
• If the battery is nearly empty, one solid bar will display. The unit should
be charged at this time.
• If the battery is completely empty, four blank bars will display. The
unit MUST be charged at this time or the unit's built-in low voltage
protection will activate.
Charging/Recharging
Lead-acid batteries require routine maintenance to ensure a full charge
and long battery life. All batteries lose energy from self-discharge over
time and more rapidly at higher temperatures. Therefore, batteries need
periodic charging to replace energy lost through self-discharge. When
the unit is not in frequent use, manufacturer recommends the battery
should be recharged at least every 30 days and after each use.
Important Charging Notes
1. 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 40 hours or until the Battery Status Icon shows 4 solid bars.
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