WARNING
WARNING: Always wear eye protection when working with or around Lead Acid Batteries.
WARNING: If splashed by battery acid, immediately flush the area of the splash with clean
water/ if a burning sensation is felt or any blistering occurs, seek medical help. If acid is
splashed in the eyes, flush eyes with clean water continously and seek medical help.
WARNING: All Lead Acid Batteries generate hydrogen gas during normal operation, this process
increases during a rapid discharge period such as when using for jumpstarting. Hydrogen gas
and battery acid (sulfuric acid) can be:
• Explosive
• Poisonous to breathe
• Corrosive & will burn skin, eyes & hair
• Highly flammable
• Damaging to unprotected metals
• Damaging to natural fiber clothing
WARNING: To avoid explosion and/or the possibility of an explosion, or being exposed to
battery acid:
1. Only use your iStart Portable Power Pack in a well ventilated area, indoor use is not
recommended.
2. Follow all instructions in this manual which refers specifically to your unit.
Performance Guidelines & Precautions
Maintenance
1. Keep the iStart Portable Power Pack battery fully charged to a
“full level” at all times. Please refer to the RECHARGE
INSTRUCTIONS section of this manual for details.
2. Keep the iStart Portable Power Pack cable clamps free of debris
and clean of dirt or other foreign objects. This will assure that the
connection to the battery will be proper and correct.
3. Your iStart Portable Power Pack does not require any oil or other
lubricants. DO NOT attempt to use any other liquids, fluids, etc.
to lubricate.
4. Store your iStart Portable Power Pack (when not in use) in a dry
area and avoid keeping it in a damp location.
5. Avoid exposing your iStart Portable Power Pack to excessively hot
or excessively cold temperatures for lengthy periods of time. It is
best to store you iStart within a temperature range between
60˚F to 85˚F. If the iStart Portable Power Pack gets dirty, simply
wipe down with a damp cloth to clean.
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