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CAUTIONS -
a) Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be damaged if vehicle
battery is boosted. Before boosting a vehicle battery, read the vehicle’s owner’s
manual to confirm that external-starting assistance is advised.
b) Excessive engine cranking can damage a vehicle’s starter motor. If the engine fails
to start after the recommended number of attempts, discontinue jump-start proce
dures and look for other problems that may need to be corrected.
FIRST AID:
SKIN:
If battery acid comes in contact with skin, rinse immediately with running water, then
wash thoroughly with soap and water. If redness, pain or irritation occurs, seek immediate
medical attention.
EYES:
If battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately - for minimum of 10
minutes - seek immediate medical attention.
POWERSTATION SYSTEM MUST BE FULLY CHARGED FOR 16 HOURS BEFORE FIRST USE.
FAILURE TO DO SO MAY PERMANENTLY DAMAGE BATTERY. (See section on charging)
Welcome
This product has been carefully engineered and manufactured to give you dependable
operation. Please read this manual thoroughly before operating your new product as it
contains the information you need to become familiar with its features and obtain the
performance that will bring you continued enjoyment for many years. Please keep this
manual on file for future reference.
CHARGING THE POWERSTATION SYSTEM
This unit has a maintenance free, built in sealed lead acid battery. Although the
PowerStation System arrives partially charged from the factory, it
MUST BE FULLY CHARGED
FOR 16 HOURS BEFORE FIRST USE
, even if the internal battery level indicates a “99%”
charge. This initial charge pre-conditions the battery. Failure to follow this procedure may
permanently damage the battery.
CHARGING WITH AC ADAPTOR
Plug the AC adaptor cord into the input charging jack on the front of the unit and the
adaptor into any 230 Volt AC wall outlet. The diagnostic LCD display will begin to flash
“CH”. Continue charging for 16 hours or until the diagnostic LCD display begins to flash
“FL” indicating the battery is fully charged.
CHARGING WITH DC ADAPTOR
Due to safety circuits built into the input charging jack, DC charging through this location will
not fully charge the battery. Plug input of DC adapter plug into charging port of Jumpstart
and the other end into the cigarette lighter socket of your vehicle. Green light on DC adapter
outlet will illuminate to confirm good connection. Full charge will take approximately 6
hours.
Vehicle should be running for full charging to take place.
Note: NEVER
leave vehicle running in an enclosed or poorly ventilated space.
