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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)
USB Charging Port Output:
5 volts DC
300
mA
Booster Cables:
XX
AWG cables with 500 Amps heavy duty clamps
Accessory Outlet:
Self-resetting breaker 5 amps
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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.
ALTERNATOR CHECK
1. Make sure the Jump-Starter Power Switch is turned to OFF.
2. Remove jumper clamps from clamp tabs and connect to vehicle (refer to the “Jump-Starter” section for notes about
polarity).
3. Start the engine.
4. Turn all vehicle accessories OFF.
5. Turn the Jump-Starter Power Switch to ON.
6. Observe the Alternator Check Indicator. A solid green LED indicates a good alternator. A solid red LED indicates a bad
alternator.
Note:
This check may not be accurate for every make, manufacturer and model of vehicle. Check only 12 volt systems.
USB POWER PORT
1. Push the USB Power Port On Pushbutton to turn the USB Port ON.
2. Plug the USB-powered device into the inverter’s USB Charging Port and operate normally.
Notes:
This inverter’s USB Power Port does not support data communication. It only provides 5 volts/300mA DC power to an
external USB-powered device.
Remember to turn the USB Power Port OFF when it is not in use.
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 1-800-822-8837.
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).
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.
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