IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and Understand all Warnings, Cautions and Notes before operating Power City. Warnings alert the user to
hazardous conditions that can be harmful to people. Cautions alert the user to conditions that can cause property
damage. Notes are important operational information.
KEEP THIS USER’S GUIDE FOR FUTURE USE.
JUMP-START WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
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There is risk of explosive gas being released when batteries are improperly charged or discharged. Failure to
follow instructions may cause property damage, explosion hazard and/or personal injury
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Do not smoke while jump-starting
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Only attempt to jump-start a vehicle or boat in a well ventilated area
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This power system is to be used ONLY on vehicles or boats with 12 volt DC battery systems
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Do not wear vinyl clothing when jump-starting a vehicle
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friction can cause dangerous static electricity sparks
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Remove all metal jewelry
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this can cause short circuits. Always use protective eyewear when jump-starting:
contact with battery acid may cause blindness and/or severe burns.
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Never touch Power City red and black clamps together
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this can cause dangerous sparks, power arcing and/or
explosion
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Do not attempt to jump-start a frozen battery
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After use as jump-starter, turn off safety switch
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Keep out of reach of children
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Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be damaged if vehicle battery is jump started. Before
jump-starting this type of vehicle, read the vehicle’s owners manual to confirm that external-starting assistance
is advised
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Excessive engine cranking can damage the vehicle’s starter motor. If the engine fails to start after the
recommended number of attempts, discontinue jumpstart procedure and look for other problems that ma y need
to be corrected
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When safety switch is off, Polarity Alarm is enabled. If cables are connected to another battery and the alarm
sounds, the cable connections must be switched. If alarm sounds, do not turn on safety switch
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If vehicle to be started has a positive grounded System (positive battery terminal is connected to chassis), replace
steps 9 and 10 of the jump-start procedure (below) with the following steps A and B, and then proceed to step 11
A. Connect negative (
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) black clamp to vehicle battery ‘s negative terminal.
B. Connect positive (+) red clamp to vehicle chassis or a solid, non-moving, metal vehicle component or
body part. DO NOT clamp directly to positive battery terminal or moving part.
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Replace worn or defective parts immediately
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contact Vector Technical Support Department at toll-free (866)
584-5504
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Skin: if battery acid comes in contact with skin, rinse immediately with water, then wash thoroughly with soap
and water. If redness, pain, or irritation occurs, seek immediate medical attention
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Eyes: if battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately for a minimum of 15 minutes, seek
immediate medical attention
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