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WARNINGS

Do not dispose of this unit in fire as batteries inside this product may explode or leak.
Do not expose the unit containing a battery to fire or intense heat as it may explode.
Before disposing of the battery, protect exposed terminals with heavy-duty electrical tape to prevent shorting
(shorting can result in injury or fire).

TROUBLESHOOTING

ACCESSORIES

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or authorized service center.
If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call: 1-800-544-6986.

WARNING: 

The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be hazardous.

SERVICE INFORMATION

All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers with efficient and
reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or genuine factory replacement parts,
contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find your local service location, refer to the yellow page
directory under "Tools—Electric" or call: 

1-800-544-6986

or visit 

www.blackanddecker.com

.

FULL TWO-YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material or workmanship.
The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of two ways.
The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased
(provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made within the time period of the retailer’s
policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with
the retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.
The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or authorized Service
Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be required. Black & Decker owned and
authorized Service Centers are listed under "Tools-Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory and on our
website www.blackanddecker.com.
This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other
rights which vary from state to state or province to province. Should you have any questions, contact the
manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This product is not intended for commercial use.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: 

If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-544-6986

for a free replacement.

SPECIFICATIONS

Boost Ampere:

500 instantaneous cranking amps

Battery Type:

Sealed, high energy density, AGM, lead-acid, rechargeable,
maintenance-free, 12 volt DC 

Area Light:

Light Emitting Diode (LED)

Booster Cables: 

#5 AWG cables with 500 amp heavy duty clamps 

Imported by
Vector Products Inc.,
701 E. Joppa Rd.
Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

RD062408

See ‘Tools-Electric’

– Yellow Pages –

for Service & Sales

Problem

Solution 

Unit Fails to Jump-Start

• Make sure unit’s power switch is in the ON position.
• Check that Jump-Starter has a full charge. Recharge unit if necessary.
• Make sure a proper polarity cable connection has been established.

LED Area Light Does Not Come On • Make sure the LED Area Light ON/OFF button is in the ON position

• Check that Jump-Starter has a full charge. Recharge unit if necessary.

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JUMP-STARTER

This Jump-Starter is equipped with an ON/OFF Power Switch. Once the connections are properly made, turn the
switch ON to jump-start the vehicle.

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. Refer to the automobile owner’s
manual.

5.Procedure for jump-starting POSITIVE GROUND SYSTEMS

Note:

In 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. Refer to the automobile owner’s
manual.

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 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOUND IN THIS MANUAL.

CAUTIONS: RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE

• If the connections to the battery’s positive and negative terminals are incorrect, the Reverse Polarity Indicator

will light (red) and the unit will sound a beep.  Disconnect clamps and reconnect to battery with correct polarity.

• If vehicle fails to start, turn OFF the ignition, turn OFF the Jump-Starter Power Switch, disconnect the jump-start

system’s leads and contact a qualified technician to investigate why the engine did not start.

• Recharge this unit fully after each use.

WARNINGS

• Jump-Starter Power Switch should be off prior to jump-starting.
• This power system is to be used ONLY on vehicles 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 

1-800-544-6986.

EMERGENCY AREA LIGHT

The area light is controlled by the Area Light Power Switch on the front panel of the unit. Make sure the lamp is
turned OFF when the unit is being recharged or stored. 

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Battery Replacement

It is recommended that the unit be returned to manufacturer for battery replacement. Contact Customer Service,
toll-free, at 1-800-544-6986.

Battery Disposal

Contains a maintenance-free, sealed, non-spillable, lead acid battery, which must be
disposed of properly. Recycling is required — contact your local authority for
information. Failure to comply with local, state and federal regulations can result in fines
or imprisonment. For more information on recycling this battery, call toll-free
1-800-544-6986 .

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Summary of Contents for 90546623

Page 1: ... y ventas 1 500 AMP JUMP STARTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Catalog Number JUS500B SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Cat JUS500B Form 90546623 January 2009 Copyright 2009 Black Decker Printed in China Thank you for choosing Black Decker Go to www BlackandDecker com NewOwner to register your new product P PL LE EA AS SE E R RE EA AD D B BE EF FO OR RE E R RE ET TU UR RN NI IN NG G T TH HI IS S P PR RO ...

Page 2: ...TION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION When using tools or equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury Improper ...

Page 3: ...ngine block away from the battery Do not connect the clamp to the carburetor fuel lines or sheet metal body parts Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block Refer to the automobile owner s manual If the connections to the battery s POSITIVE and NEGATIVE terminals are incorrect the Reverse Polarity Indicator will light red and the unit will sound a beep Disconnect clamps and r...

Page 4: ...ssories 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 c...

Page 5: ...iderable al trabajar al aire libre Recójase y cubra el cabello largo USE ANTEOJOS DE SEGURIDAD Y CUALQUIER OTRO EQUIPO DE SEGURIDAD Use anteojos protectores o lentes de seguridad con protección lateral que cumplan con las normas de seguridad aplicables y de ser necesario un protector facial Utilice también máscaras faciales o para polvo si la operación produce polvillo Esto se aplica a todas las p...

Page 6: ...con positivo a tierra No exponga la batería al fuego o a un calor intenso porque puede explotar Antes de eliminar la batería proteja los terminales expuestos con cinta aislante para trabajo pesado para evitar cortocircuitos un cortocircuito puede producir lesiones o incendio Coloque esta unidad lo más lejos posible de la batería que los cables permitan Nunca permita que el ácido de la batería entr...

Page 7: ... está en uso Asegúrese de que todos los interruptores estén en la posición de apagado OFF antes de realizar la conexión a una fuente de energía o carga Este sistema está diseñado para ser utilizado únicamente en vehículos con sistema de batería de CC de 12 voltios No lo conecte a un sistema de batería de 6 o 24 voltios Este sistema no está diseñado para ser utilizado en reemplazo de una batería de...

Page 8: ...de Cerciórese de que el botón CON DESC de la luz del área del LED esté en la posición de trabajo Controle que el puente auxiliar de arranque tenga la carga completa Recargue la unidad en caso de necesidad 14 2 Asegúrese de que el interruptor de encendido del puente auxiliar de arranque esté apagado OFF 3 Retire las pinzas del puente de sus respectivas lengüetas Conecte primero la pinza roja luego ...

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