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User’s Manual—Read before using this equipment
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6. After the battery is charged, disconnect the power cord from the accessory socket first, then
from the unit’s charging jack.
7. Replace the dust cover on the charging jack.
JUMPSTARTER
Warnings
• Lead-acid batteries can release explosive gasses. Failure to follow instructions
may cause property damage, explosion hazard, and/or personal injury.
• Do not smoke while jumpstarting.
• Jumpstart a vehicle or boat in a well ventilated area.
• Do not attempt to jumpstart a frozen battery.
• This product is not intended for use in the rain or temperatures above 130°F.
• Do not let the jumper cables or other attached appliances get wet.
• Do not wear vinyl clothing when jumpstarting—friction can cause static
electricity sparks.
• Remove all metal jewelry to avoid short circuits.
• Always use safety glasses when jumpstarting battery—acid can cause
blindness and/or severe burns.
• Never allow red and black clamps to touch—this can cause power arcing
and/or explosion.
• Make sure someone is available to give assistance if needed.
• Keep out of reach of children.
Procedure
CAUTION:
If the engine fails to start after three attempts, discontinue jumpstart procedure.
Excessive engine cranking can damage the vehicle’s starter motor. Look for other problems that
may need to be corrected or call for professional service.
1. Review the Jumpstarter warnings.
2. Put the vehicle’s gear is in “park” position and make sure the brake is set.
3. Turn off all vehicle appliances, lights, radio, etc.
4. Turn off all Power Dome switches and disconnect all accessories.
5. Determine the ground system of your vehicle.
• If vehicle to be started has the positive battery terminal connected to chassis (this is rare
and usually found in older car models from 1950s or earlier):
i. Connect the black (−) clamp first to vehicle battery’s negative (black) terminal.
ii. Connect 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 a
moving part.
