2. USING THE START-IT
AS A JUMPSTART SYSTEM
TM
CAUTIONS:
1.
Before using this system to jumpstart any vehicle or boat, read and understand all instructions, safety tips, warnings, cautions and
first aid information provided in this manual and on the product labeling. Additional important information may also be provided
by the vehicle
*
s battery system manufacturer.
2.
BE AWARE OF FIRST AID PROCEDURES BEFORE ATTEMPTING JUMPSTART PROCEDURE.
3.
ALWAYS wear protective eyewear when working with a lead acid-type battery.
4.
DO NOT smoke or use inflammable items (matches, cigarette lighters, etc.) while working on a vehicle ‘s battery system.
5.
When using this vehicle in proximity to the vehicle ‘s battery and engine, stand the unit on a flat, stable surface, and be sure to
keep all cords and cables well away from any moving parts.
6.
Check unit periodically for wear and tear. Replace worn or defective parts immediately
-
contact Vector Customer Service
Department at (954) 584-4446 ext. 19 or toll-free (866) 584-5504 or through our internet address:
www.vectormfg.com
7.
Do not attempt to jumpstart a frozen battery.
8.
NEVER submerge this unit in water.
9.
Do not wear vinyl clothing when jumpstarting a vehicle—friction can cause dangerous static electricity sparks. Remove all jewelry
or metal objects—they can cause short circuits or react with battery acid to cause severe burns. Remove or secure any loose
clothing items, and restrain long hair, before attempting jumpstart procedure.
WARNINGS:
1.
Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be damaged if vehicle battery is jumpstarted. Before jumpstarting this type
of vehicle, read the vehicle owner
*
s manual to confirm that external-starting assistance is advised.
2.
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 may need to be corrected.
NOTE: IF AUDIBLE ALARM SOUNDS
-
DO NOT TURN ON SAFETY SWITCH! THEN REVERSE THE CABLE
CLAMP CONNECTIONS
2.1
EASY, STEP-BY-STEP JUMPSTARTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Turn OFF vehicle ignition switch and all accessories (radio, a/c, lights, cell phone, etc.). Place vehicle in “park” and set the
emergency brake.
2. Make sure jumpstart safety power switch is turned OFF.
3. Follow procedure for negative or positive
grounded system, as follows:
NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM
(NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL IS CONNECTED TO
CHASSIS—MOST COMMON METHOD:
1. TO REMOVE BOOSTER CLAMPS FROM
PROTECTIVE HOLSTER (FIG. 2): SIMPLY PULL
DOWN ON CLAMP, (SHOULDER REST IS
SPRING LOADED)—ROTATE TOP OF CLAMP
OUTWARD WHILE YOU PULL DOWN—WHEN
CLEAR OF CLAMP COVER REMOVE CLAMP
TO REPLACE BOOSTER CLAMP INTO PROTECTIVE
HOLSTER—RETURN CLAMP TO SHOULDER
REST, ROTATE OUT AND PUSH DOWN THEN
SLIDE CLAMP UP INTO PROTECTIVE COVER.
2. CONNECT POSITIVE
(+)
RED CLAMP TO
VEHICLE BATTERY ‘S POSITIVE TERMINAL
3. CONNECT NEGATIVE (-)
BLACK CLAMP TO
CHASSIS OR A SOLID, NON-MOVING, METAL
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