MAC TOOLS MTPROA, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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PREPARING TO USE THE JUMP STARTER
WARNING! RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID. BATTERY ACID IS A HIGHLY
CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID.
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Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the cables prior to using the jump starter.
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Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the jump starter is being used.
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Clean the battery terminals before using the jump starter. During cleaning, keep airborne corrosion from coming into contact
with your eyes, nose and mouth. Use baking soda and water to neutralize the battery acid and help minimize airborne
corrosion. Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
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Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner’s manual and make sure that the output voltage of the
jump starter is correct.
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Make sure that the jump starter cable clamps make tight connections.
JUMP STARTER LOCATION
WARNING! RISK OF EXPLOSION AND CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID.
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Locate the jump starter as far away from the battery as the DC cables permit.
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Never place the jump starter directly above the battery being jumped; gases from the battery will corrode and damage the
jump starter.
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Do not operate the jump starter in a closed-in area or restrict the ventilation in any way.
CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY OF THE JUMP STARTER
IMPORTANT: CHARGE IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE, AFTER EACH USE AND EVERY 30 DAYS TO KEEP THE JUMP STARTER’S
INTERNAL BATTERY FULLY CHARGED. CHARGE THE JUMP STARTER INDOORS ONLY.
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Use only the included power cord.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the jump starter before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
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When charging the internal battery, work in a well-ventilated area and do not restrict the ventilation in any way.
LED INDICATORS
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Internal Battery Status
Make sure the jump starter is not connected to a power source or a vehicle battery.
Press the Battery Status button
on the front of the jump starter.
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Red – Charge now
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Yellow – Charge soon
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Green – Ready for jump start
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Charging Status
Connect the jump starter to a live power source.
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Blinking Yellow – Battery is charging
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Solid Green – Battery is fully charged
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Charging Percentage
While the unit is charging, press the Battery Status button .
The LEDs indicate the charging percentage.
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Red – 1-49% charge
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Yellow – 50-89% charge
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Green – 90% or higher charge
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Combined Internal Battery and Vehicle Battery Charge
Connect the jump starter to a vehicle battery and press the Battery Status button .
The LEDs will show the combined internal battery and vehicle battery charge.
NOTE: this is not a true reading.
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Red – Charge now
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Yellow – Charge soon
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Green – Fully charged