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975-0354-01-01 Revision 2010308 

INSTANT JUMPSTART SYSTEM

Disconnect the jumpstart clips from the vehicle’s battery and redo 

steps 2 and 3 in this procedure.

If no alarm sounds, and the Green Jumpstart Connection LED is 

illuminated, then proceed to the next step.

4. Switch ON the Instant Jumpstart System Power Switch.

To disconnect the jumpstart clips from an external battery and 

from the Instant Jumpstart System:

1. Ensure that the Jumpstart Power Switch is OFF.

2. Remove the red positive (+) clip, and then remove the black 

negative (–) clip from the external battery terminals.

3. Store the jumpstart clips in the appropriate holder on each side of 

the Jumpstart.

4. Recharge the Jumpstart as soon as possible after use.

Instant Jumpstart System Maintenance

Routine maintenance is required to keep your Jumpstart operating 

properly. Occasionally clean the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth 

to remove the accumulated dust and dirt.

Maintaining the Battery

All rechargeable batteries gradually discharge when left standing, and 

you need to recharge them periodically to maintain maximum battery 

capacity. The AC Charger supplied with the Jumpstart is designed to 

regulate the charging process, ensuring that the battery is always fully 

charged but never overcharged. To ensure safe recharging and 

maximum battery life, recharge the Jumpstart only with the supplied 

charger or approved battery chargers.

Recharging with the AC Charger

See “Recharging with the AC Charger” under “Instant Jumpstart 

System Operation”.

Recharging Using the DC Charging Cable

Important:

 Although the charge regulation circuitry in the Jumpstart 

does not operate with this charging method, most vehicle voltage 

regulators will ensure that the Jumpstart is not overcharged.

1. While the vehicle engine is running, plug one end of the DC 

Charging Cable into the DC Power Outlet of the Instant Jumpstart 

System.

2. Plug the opposite end of the DC Charging Cable into the vehicle’s 

lighter socket or 12 V accessory outlet.

3. Once the Instant Jumpstart System is fully charged or if your 

vehicle’s engine is not running, disconnect the DC Charging Cable 

from both sockets. Most of the Instant Jumpstart System’s capacity 

will be restored in 2 ½ hours while the vehicle engine is running.

Note:

 The Battery Status LED will not illuminate when the Jumpstart 

is recharged through the DC Charging Cable.

Important:

 Do not leave the Instant Jumpstart System permanently 

connected to the vehicle’s lighter socket or 12 V accessory outlet.

Recharging with a Generator’s Regulated 12 V DC 

Outlet

Refer to the Owner’s Guide accompanying your generator for detailed 

instructions on connecting a 12V load, like the jumpstart, to your 

generator.

You can recharge using a generator in several ways:

Using the AC Charger to recharge the Jumpstart from a generator 

is possible, but would require extended generator running time.

Using a generator which has an auxiliary regulated 12 V DC 

output designed for charging 12 V DC batteries. Most generators 

are equipped with them. Use this power source for faster charging.

Using a generator with a regulated 12 V DC lighter socket. Follow 

the connection instructions in “Recharging Using the DC Charging 

Cable”.

Recharging from a Solar Panel

Small, unregulated 12 V solar panels rated to produce a maximum of 

2.5 A (or 30 W) can be used to charge the Jumpstart through the AC 

Charger Input Socket. You will need to purchase a standard 5.5 mm 

OD × 2.5 mm ID (0.217 × 0.10") coaxial DC (barrel type centre 

positive) connector to mate with the AC Charger Input Socket. These 

connectors are available at consumer electronics stores.

1. Connect the solar panel’s red positive (+) wire to the coaxial plug’s 

inner or centre contact.

2. Connect the solar panel’s black negative (–) wire to the plug’s 

outer contact.

Once the connector is inserted into the AC Charger Input Socket and 

the solar panel is placed in the sun, the Jumpstart charges 

automatically just as with the AC Charger. It takes about six hours in 

direct sunlight to recharge the Jumpstart from a 2.5 A solar panel.

Replacing the Emergency Light Bulb

1. Turn the flashlight switch off.

2. Pop out the plastic lens cover.

3. Gently grasp the bulb and twist clockwise to unscrew the bulb.

Note

There’s a triangular notch at the neck of the bulb which 

should align with the reflector assembly’s bulb socket collar. 

4. Insert a replacement bulb of the same type and rating into the light 

reflector assembly.

5. Gently grasp the bulb and twist counter-clockwise to screw the 

bulb in.

6. Snap in the lens cover.

Recycling

If it’s rechargeable, it’s recyclable!

Battery-Biz is committed to environmental responsibility and has 

established a program for recycling Duracell rechargeable 

battery-related products.

For instructions on how to recycle this product visit www.rbrc.org

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM: Portable device or emergency light will not operate.

PROBLEM: Instant Jumpstart System will not jumpstart a vehicle.

PROBLEM: Instant Jumpstart System will not charge.

Specifications

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Warranty and Return

CAUTION

Do not recharge the Instant Jumpstart System when an external 

battery is connected. The AC charger may be damaged.

CAUTION

When charging for the first time, you must completely charge the 

Instant Jumpstart System. This may take up to 48 hours.

If not used for a month, or when recharging after use, charging the 

Instant Jumpstart System may take 4-5 hours with vehicle DC or up 

to 28 hours with household AC.

WARNING

Disconnect all sources of AC power and DC power before 

performing any type of maintenance.

CAUTION

Due to inherent self-discharge, lead acid batteries must be charged at 

least every month, especially in a warm environment. Leaving a 

battery in a discharged state, or not recharging every month, may 

result in permanent battery damage and poor jumpstarting 

performance.

CAUTION

Do not attempt to recharge the Instant Jumpstart System battery if it 

is frozen. Gradually warm the frozen battery to 0°C (32°F) before 

recharging.

WARNING

Do not use this recharging method if your vehicle has abnormally 

high voltage electrical systems that operate above 15 V DC. This 

may lead to accumulations of hydrogen, causing exposure to fire and 

explosion hazard.

CAUTION

Do not operate DC appliances while the Jumpstart is being recharged 

with the DC Charging Cable from your vehicle.

WARNING

The generator output must be intended for battery charging and have 

an output of 15 V or less. An unregulated output or one that exceeds 

15 V DC can damage the battery.

This may lead to accumulations of hydrogen, causing exposure to 

fire and explosion hazard.

Possible cause

Remedy

Portable device connected 

has a high startup surge.

Portable device exceeds Instant 

Jumpstart System surge capability, do 

not use.

The Instant Jumpstart 

System has overheated 

due to poor ventilation.

Unplug all devices connected to the 12 

V DC power supply socket and switch 

off the flashlight. Allow the Instant 

Jumpstart System to cool for 15 

minutes. Remove objects covering the 

Instant Jumpstart System. Move the 

Instant Jumpstart System to a cooler 

place. 

Product(s) connected are 

rated at more than the 

Instant Jumpstart 

System’s continuous 

power rating.

Unplug the product that is causing the 

overload. Check the 15 A fuse. If it is 

blown or damaged, replace it with a 

similarly rated fuse (15 A, 32 V). Use a 

product with a power rating less than 

the Instant Jumpstart System’s 

continuous power rating.

Instant Jumpstart System 

battery is completely 

discharged.

Recharge Instant Jumpstart System.

Possible cause

Remedy

Instant Jumpstart System 

battery is completely 

discharged.

Recharge Instant Jumpstart System.

Vehicle battery is heavily 

discharged or sulfated.

Replace vehicle battery.

Vehicle has 6 V or 24 V 

electrical system.

Instant Jumpstart System is not 

designed to jumpstart these vehicles.

Possible cause

Remedy

The input charging 

voltage is out of range 

(charger is defective).

Replace charger.

Vehicle battery is 

completely discharged (if 

recharging with vehicle 

DC).

Recharge vehicle battery.

12 V DC Section

Internal battery type

Sealed, AGM (Absorbed 

Glass Mat) lead-acid

Internal battery voltage (nominal) 12 V DC
Internal battery capacity (min.)

17 Ah

Internal battery current rating

170 CCA/400 CA

DC output current (max.)

15 A (fuse protected)

Replaceable Incandescent Bulb

12 V, 3–5 W

Internal Battery Charging

Charging current (nominal)

350 mA

Charging voltage (nominal)

13.8 V

AC Charger input socket 

maximum current

2.5 A

Operating temperature range

0–40ºC (32–104ºF)

Storage temperature range

0–30ºC (32–86ºF)

Physical Specifications

Dimensions (L × W × H)

9 × 7 1/2 × 12 3/4 in. 

(22.86 × 19.05 × 32.38 cm)

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Accessories

DC charge cable

(Part no. 448-0156-01-01)

30” (76 cm) 18 AWG with male to 

male lighter plug

AC Charger

(Part no. 074-1019-04)

Input: 100-240 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 250 mA

Output: 14.5 Vdc, 350 mA

AC Charger is faulty or 

there is no power at the 

AC wall outlet.

Replace the AC Charger or make sure 

there is power available at the AC wall 

outlet.

Possible cause

Remedy

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Quality Guarantee

 

Battery-Biz guarantees each Duracell® product to be free of defects 

due to faulty materials or workmanship. This Duracell® product 

carries a 1-year limited warranty from the date of purchase.

If found to be defective, this Duracell® product will be replaced 

without charge when returned to Battery-Biz. This guarantee does not 

apply to damage from misuse or abuse beyond normal usage. This 

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rights which vary from state to state. Should any device be damaged 

by this product due to defects in the product arising from faulty 

materials or workmanship, Battery-Biz will repair or replace (at our 

option) the device, provided both device and product usage instruc-

tions have been followed. 

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Battery-Biz Inc.

1380 Flynn Road, Camarillo, CA 93012

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Written inquires should be directed to:

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  1380 Flynn Road,

  Camarillo, CA 93012, USA

One Year Limited Warranty

This product carries a limited warranty against defects in material 

and workmanship under normal use and service for one year from 

the original date of purchase. The manufacturer or distributor, at its 

option, shall repair or replace the defective unit covered by this 

warranty. Please retain the dated sales receipt as evidence of the date 

of purchase as it will be required for any warranty service. In order 

to keep the warranty in effect, the product must have been handled 

and used as described in the instructions accompanying this 

warranty. This warranty does not cover any damage due to accident, 

misuse, abuse or negligence.

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The limited warranty described herein is your sole remedy. To the 

extent permitted by law, the manufacturer and distributor disclaim all 

other implied or express warranties including all warranties of 

merchantability and/or fitness for any particular purpose.

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expressly stated in the limited warranty described herein, the 

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whether direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, 

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do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequen-

tial damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to 

you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may 

have other rights which vary from state to state and province to 

province.

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