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FIRST AID:
• 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.
• EYES: If battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately for a minimum of 15
minutes - seek immediate medical attention.
IMPORTANT:
Although this unit is delivered in a partially-charged state -
you must fully charge it with
the supplied 110/120 volt AC charger for a full 24 hours before using it for the first time.
You cannot overcharge the unit using the AC charger method.
CAUTIONS:
Caution statements advise against certain conditions and practices that may result in
damage to vehicles, appliances and/or the START-IT Compact Elite Jump-start System.
1) Use only the supplied cords/adapters for recharging this unit. Do not recharge for more than
3-4 hours maximum using 12 volt DC method. Recharge unit after each use.
2)
All ON/OFF switches should be in the OFF position when the unit is charging or not in use.
Make sure all switches are in the OFF position before connection to a power source or load.
3) Never insert anything other than the supplied power/recharging cords or recommended
appliance power/recharging cords into the 12 volt DC charging/power socket on this unit.
Do not use any accessory that is not recommended or provided by the manufacturer.
4)
Do not use this unit to operate appliances that draw more than 12 amps.
5)
This system is designed to be used only on vehicles with 12 volt DC battery systems.
Do not connect to a 6 volt or 24 volt battery system.
6) This system is not designed to be used as a replacement for a vehicular battery.
Do not attempt to operate a vehicle that does not have a battery installed.
7) Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be damaged if vehicle battery is
jump-started. Before jump-starting, read the vehicle owner’s manual to confirm that
external-starting assistance is advised.
8)
Excessive engine cranking can damage a vehicle’s starter motor. If the engine fails to start
after the recommended number of attempts, discontinue jump-start procedures and look for
other problems that may need to be corrected.
9)
Although this unit contains a non-spillable battery, it is recommended that unit be kept
upright during storage, use, and recharging. To avoid possible damage that may shorten the
unit’s working life, protect it from direct sunlight, direct heat, and/or moisture.
10) Check unit periodically for wear and tear. Replace worn or defective parts immediately;
contact Vector customer service department at (954) 584-4446 or toll-free (954) 584-5504.
11) Do not attempt to jump-start a frozen battery.
12) Never submerge this unit in water.
13) All wires, cables, and cords must be positioned so they cannot be tripped over or
damaged by moving parts, by pinching, or abrading.
