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Troubleshooting/FAQs
Q. What is the ideal use for the Jump-N-Carry?
A. The Jump-N-Carry performs strongly when a vehicle’s battery needs an extra
boost because a light or radio was left on, or when a vehicle has been sitting for
a long period of time. The Jump-N-Carry will start vehicles without any other
batteries present, but the primary use is for an extra boost.
Q. Will the Jump-N-Carry start every vehicle?
A. No. In addition to a dead battery, a car may have other mechanical problems that
would prevent the Jump-N-Carry from starting the vehicle.
Q. How often should I recharge the Jump-N-Carry?
A. To maximize battery life, charge the internal reserve power lithium battery when
the status display indicates to do so (less than three LEDs lit). The Jump-N-Carry
should not be left in a discharged state for extended periods of time – this is
detrimental to battery health and longevity.
Q. How many jump starts can I get from the Jump-N-Carry before recharging?
A. A large number of factors affect this answer, including the following: the length of
time for each jump start, the charge level of the original battery, the length of time
between jump starts, the temperature of the vehicles being jump started (winter
cold makes for difficult starting), the size of the engines (4-cycl, 6-cycl, 8-cycl, etc.),
the mechanical condition of the engine and starter, and more. These factors must
all be weighed on an individual basis before an accurate answer can be given. It’s
feasible to get 5-30 starts (individual’s results will differ) from a single charge.
Q. After jump starting, can I leave the unit hooked to the battery to recharge the
Jump-N-Carry while the engine is running?
A. Yes. The unit’s ultracapacitor power supply can be recharged from the newly
started vehicle. You can watch as the ultracapacitor recharges and then press
JUMP START to turn the unit OFF prior to disconnecting. If you are starting several
vehicles (such a on a service lot), this will speed the set-up of your next jump start
application.
Q. Can the Jump-N-Carry battery be replaced?
A. Yes, the internal reserve power lithium battery can be replaced. For details, call
Technical Service at (913) 310-1050 (U.S.).
Q. I have a regular 10 amp battery charger, can I use it to recharge the
Jump-N-Carry?
A. No, only the methods reviewed in the “Recharging” section should be used.
Q. Is the Jump-N-Carry goof proof?
A. No, jump starting instructions must be followed. Read and understand all safety
and operating instructions in this manual and those found in the owner’s manual of
any vehicle being jump started before using your Jump-N-Carry.