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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Battery Charge Status  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
12 Volt DC Accessory Outlet  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
AC Recharge Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
LED Area Light  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Applications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Using the Unit as a Jump-Starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Using the Unit as a 12 Volt DC Portable Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Estimated 12 Volt DC Operation Time  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Care and Maintenance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Charging/Recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Replacement Parts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Battery Disposal  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Troubleshooting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the 

Black & Decker Jump-Starter.

This compact jump-

starter is unique in the amount of energy it can supply for its size. The internal
battery is a high density sealed, lead-acid battery that stores and delivers energy
comparable to full sized ordinary jump-starters. Please read this guide carefully
before use to ensure optimum performance and avoid damage to the unit or items
that you are using it with. 
The 

Black & Decker Jump-Starter 

is a compact, durable, portable jump-start

system for vehicles and boats that have a standard 12 volt battery system. This self-
contained, rechargeable system will start most vehicles and boats without the need
for a host vehicle or 120 volt AC power supply. It can also be used as a safe,
portable source of 12 volt DC electric power in remote locations and/or emergency
situations. It is ideal for use with 12 volt DC cordless, portable, rechargeable
products and DC/AC power inverters. 

FEATURES

• Keyless ON/OFF Safety Power Switch
• Cordless/rechargeable, includes AC and DC charging adapters
• Built-in non-spillable, maintenance-free, heavy duty, 9 amp/hour, sealed,

lead-acid battery

• Requires no maintenance (other than recharging) for optimum operation
• Heavy duty, industrial grade copper clamps, and #6AWG jumper cables with 

exclusive recessed cable holsters

• Exclusive cable storage channels that keep jumper cables out of the way until 

they are needed 

• 120 volt AC charger is Underwriter Laboratories safety tested and listed
• Easy-to-read LED battery charge status indicators

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Page 1: ...a new or reconditioned unit of the same or comparable design The repaired or replaced unit will then be warranted under the terms of the remainder of the warranty period The customer is responsible for the shipping charges on all returned items after 30 days During the warranty period manufacturer will be responsible for the return shipping charges LIMITATIONS This warranty does not cover accessor...

Page 2: ...rom a 120 volt AC electrical outlet in any wet or damp area make sure that the outlet used is protected by a ground fault interrupt GFCI outlet 6 When charging the unit near water do not allow the electrical cords and outlets to get wet electrical shock could result 7 Jump start procedures should only be performed in a safe dry well ventilated area 8 Always store battery clamps when not in use Nev...

Page 3: ...ble portable jump start system for vehicles and boats that have a standard 12 volt battery system This self contained rechargeable system will start most vehicles and boats without the need for a host vehicle or 120 volt AC power supply It can also be used as a safe portable source of 12 volt DC electric power in remote locations and or emergency situations It is ideal for use with 12 volt DC cord...

Page 4: ...ion turn OFF the Jump Starter Power Switch disconnect the jump start system s leads and investigate why the engine did not start Recharge this unit fully after each use POSITIVE CABLE AND CLAMP RED NEGATIVE CABLE AND CLAMP BLACK 2 Battery Charge Status Indicators A series of three LED indicators two red and one green display the level of charge in the battery The left red LED indicates minimum bat...

Page 5: ...n be left connected to the main unit for long periods See Figure 1 for AC recharge port location DC to DC Recharge Recharging the Jump Starter from an external DC power source requires the use of the DC DC adapter This adapter has a male DC connector at each end 120 VOLT AC RECHARGE ADAPTER 12 VOLT DC TO DC VEHICLE ADAPTER 4 WARNINGS Jump Starter Power Switch should be OFF prior to jump starting T...

Page 6: ...he unit until the green FULL indicator lights when the battery status level pushbutton is pressed DO NOT EXCEED 3 4 HOURS MAXIMUM 4 When charging is completed remove the charging cord and store in a safe place Note Make sure ON OFF Safety Switch and Area Light are Turned OFF During Recharge As This May Slow Recharge Replacement Parts For replacement parts bulbs batteries charging adapters etc cont...

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