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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Battery Charge Status  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
12 Volt DC Accessory Outlet  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
AC Recharge Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Worklight  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Applications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Using the Unit as a Jump-Starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Using the Unit as a 12 Volt DC Portable Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Using the Worklight  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Care and Maintenance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Charging/Recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Replacement Parts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Worklight Bulb Replacement  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Battery Disposal  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Troubleshooting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the 

START-IT

®

Jump-Starter.

This compact jump-starter

is unique in the amount of energy it can supply for its size. The internal battery is a
high density sealed, lead-acid battery that stores and delivers energy comparable
to full sized ordinary jump-starters. Please read this guide carefully before use to
ensure optimum performance and avoid damage to the unit or items that you are
using it with. 
The 

START-IT

®

Jump-Starter 

is a compact, durable, portable jump-start system

for vehicles and boats that have a standard 12 volt battery system. This self-
contained, rechargeable system will start most vehicles and boats without the need
for a host vehicle or 120 volt AC power supply. It can also be used as a safe,
portable source of 12 volt DC electric power in remote locations and/or emergency
situations. It is ideal for use with 12 volt DC cordless, portable, rechargeable
products and DC/AC power inverters. 

FEATURES

• Keyless ON/OFF safety Jump-Starter Power Switch
• Cordless/rechargeable, includes AC and DC charging adapters
• Built-in non-spillable, maintenance-free, heavy duty, 9 amp/hour, sealed,

lead-acid battery

• Requires no maintenance (other than recharging) for optimum operation
• Heavy duty, industrial grade copper clamps, and #6AWG jumper cables with 

exclusive recessed cable holsters

• Exclusive clamp tabs that keep jumper cables out of the way until they are needed 
• Easy-to-read LED battery charge status indicators

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Page 1: ... under the terms of the remainder of the warranty period The customer is responsible for the shipping charges on all returned items after 30 days During the warranty period manufacturer will be responsible for the return shipping charges LIMITATIONS This warranty does not cover accessories bulbs fuses and batteries defects resulting from normal wear and tear including chips scratches abrasions dis...

Page 2: ...e sure the power switch is OFF before connecting battery clamps to discharged battery 5 When charging unit from a 120 volt AC electrical outlet in any wet or damp area make sure that the outlet used is protected by a ground fault interrupt GFCI outlet 6 When charging the unit near water do not allow the electrical cords and outlets to get wet electrical shock could result 7 Jump start procedures s...

Page 3: ...IT Jump Starter is a compact durable portable jump start system for vehicles and boats that have a standard 12 volt battery system This self contained rechargeable system will start most vehicles and boats without the need for a host vehicle or 120 volt AC power supply It can also be used as a safe portable source of 12 volt DC electric power in remote locations and or emergency situations It is i...

Page 4: ... and investigate why the engine did not start Recharge this unit fully after each use WARNINGS Jump Starter Power Switch should be OFF prior to jump starting POSITIVE CABLE AND CLAMP RED NEGATIVE CABLE AND CLAMP BLACK 2 Battery Charge Status Indicators A series of three LED indicators two red and one green display the level of charge in the battery The left red LED indicates minimum battery charge...

Page 5: ... end plug into the 12 volt DC accessory outlet on the front panel of the unit 3 Charge the unit until the green CHARGED indicator lights when the battery status level pushbutton is pressed 120 VOLT AC RECHARGE ADAPTER 12 VOLT DC TO DC RECHARGE ADAPTER 4 This power system is to be used ONLY on vehicles or boats with 12 volt DC battery systems Never touch RED and BLACK clamps together this can cause...

Page 6: ...on 12 amps self resetting breaker 6 4 When charging is completed remove the charging cord and store in a safe place Make sure ON OFF Safety Switch and Worklight are turned OFF during 12 Volt DC Recharge as this may slow the process Note The DC recharge method will recharge the unit s battery but the green LED may not light if the charging source is below 12 6 volts AC recharge is the recommended m...

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