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JUMP STARTING
ALWAYS carry out the following preliminary checks:
• Switch off the vehicle ignition and ALL ancillary equipment - lighting,
radio etc.
• Ensure the vehicle battery is rated at 12V and is not damaged in any
way.
• Ensure the area is well ventilated.
• Ensure the battery terminals are clean and the clamps are firm and
secure.
• Remove vehicle battery filler plugs and check electrolyte level. If
necessary, top up with distilled water.
When completely satisfied, proceed as follows:
1. Connect the red clamp to the unearthed battery terminal first, (this is
usually the positive (+ve) terminal and painted RED), then the black clamp
to the chassis or engine bolt, well away from the fuel lines or moving parts,
ensuring the connections are firm and secure.
• Do not allow the two leads to touch each other.
• When the leads are connected the correct way round the polarity
indicator light will turn Green.
• If you connect the leads the wrong way round the polarity indicator
light will turn Red.
• If the battery is completely discharged, the polarity sensor will not be
able to detect the polarity of the battery, and will prevent activation
of the jumpstart.
2. Switch the vehicle ignition ON, and leave in this condition FOR APPROX
TWO MINUTES. (This will provide the vehicle battery with a short ‘boost’
charge to allow for easier starting).
3. Switch the ignition to ‘start’, for NO MORE than 6 seconds. If the engine
does not start, within this time, SWITCH OFF the ignition and wait for at least
3 minutes before trying again.
4. Once the engine is running, disconnect the BLACK clamp FIRST i.e. that
connected to the chassis or engine bolt etc., and return it to its storage
position, then disconnect the RED clamp, from the battery terminal, and
restore to its storage position.
WARNING: IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COULD BE
DAMAGED BY JUMP STARTING. ALWAYS CHECK WITH THE CAR
MANUFACTURER’S HANDBOOK TO DETERMINE WHAT PRECAUTIONS IF
ANY SHOULD BE TAKEN.
