PS1118 Owners Manual Page 5
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OPERATION
Read all operating instructions before using your PS1118.
This section will guide you through:
• Charging the PS1118 before initial use
• Standard recharging of the PS1118
• Jumpstarting a vehicle
• Using the integrated work lamp
• Operating 12V DC outlet
Charging the PS1118 before initial use
Your PS1118 will need to be charged until the Green Full Charge LED illuminates
before initial use. The initial charge could take up to 72 hours.
Do not use the PS1118 as a power source while recharging.
Use the following step-by step guide to recharging your unit.
Standard Recharging of the PS1118
To recharge the PowerStation internal battery using AC power:
1. Ensure that all elements of the unit are off and that nothing is connected
to the 12V DC outlet.
2. Plug the AC charger cable into a standard wall AC outlet.
3. Plug the AC charger cable into the AC charger access point on the unit.
At this time the red “Battery Charging” indicator will illuminate.
4. Allow unit to charge until the red “Battery Charging” indicator turns off
and the green “Full Charge” indicator is illuminated.
5. The charge level can be checked by first disconnecting the AC charger
cable from the wall outlet and pressing the battery test button.
Charge
your PS1118 after each use.
Note:
If the battery is fully discharged, 72 hours or more may be needed to
completely recharge.
If you store your PS1118 for extended periods of time
without use, completely recharge at least once every three months. The
PS1118 is equipped with a sensor that prevents overcharging. Additionally,
the unit can remain connected to 110V power.
CAUTION
CAUTION
