IMPORTANT: when the jump starter is not used, we recommend to keep it always
connected to the provided charger, or at least to recharge it once every 3 months.
2 - GENERAL FEATURES
1. Battery types: 2 x 12V 22Ah AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) sealed lead battery, according
to IATA safety norms. The AGM sealed battery allows to place and use the jump starter
in whatever position.
2. The
clamps
are completely
insulated
and the copper cables are super flexible. The
cable section is
50 mm
2
and
150 cm
long, for maximum comfort.
3. The included battery charger
BC SMART 4000
is provided with a microprocessor and
an automatic 8-steps charging algorithm. It can stay always connected to the jump
starter with no risk of damages and it can be used also for the care of other 12V
batteries.
4.
Embedded 12V socket
for recharging the jump starter.
5.
Safety fuse
placed on the positive clamp, inside the handle (slide the red cover down).
Use only recommended fuses and verify which kind of fuse is mounted on the device
before ordering spare parts. The fuse replacement is very easy: just unscrew the two
bolts that fix the fuse, replace it and retighten the two bolts.
6.
12V/24V/OFF Switch
: keep the switch in OFF position when the jump starter is not
used or while connecting the clamps to the vehicle. Only after making sure that the
connection is correct, turn the switch to 12V or 24V depending on the vehicle battery.
7.
Alarm for short circuit or reverse polarity
: the buzzer will emit a sound or a light
when it detects a polarity inversion. It only works if the ON / OFF switch is set to OFF
position (we always recommend to keep it in OFF position while connecting the jump
starter to the vehicle).
8.
Digital voltmeter
showing the state of charge (see next point).
3 - INDICATION OF THE STATE OF CHARGE
1. To check the of charge of the jump starter, turn the switch to 12V position and press
the yellow button. If the voltage is below 12.7V, it is necessary to recharge the jump
starter. When leaving the booster connected to the vehicle after starting (max 10
seconds), the voltmeter indicates the alternator charge voltage.
2. When the jump starter is connected to the supplied battery charger, refer to the LED
bar of the battery charger to check the state of charge.
4 - RECHARGING THE JUMP STARTER
1. The jump starter’s kit includes the battery charger BC SMART 4000, completely
automatic with 8 charging steps. To recharge the jump starter, connect the charger to a
power outlet and to the 12V socket of the jump starter, then turn the jump starter’s
switch in 12V position. Recharge only in ventilated environments.
2. The green “CHARGE” LED of the battery charger blinks slowly during recovery and
charging, it blink fast during desulfation and it is steadily on during maintenance. The
device switches automatically from one step to the following one. For detailed
information about the charging algorithm and the charger’s operation, please refer to
the manual of the charger itself.
3. When the green LED on the charger switches to fast blinking (desulfation), the jump
starter is ready to use. However, it is recommended to wait for the green LED to be
steadily on, Anyway, jump starter can be disconnected from charger in any moment.
4. After starting a vehicle, before disconnecting the appliance, wait max 10 seconds with
the engine running, so that the alternator can recharge the jump starter's battery.
Please keep in mind that it is recommended to keep the jump starter connected with
the battery charger BC SMART 4000 when it is not used!
5 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - EMERGENCY JUMP STARTING
Before jump starting the vehicle, please check that the vehicle is in neutral with the
handbrake on and the ignition key in OFF position. Read the vehicle’s manual and follow all
safety instructions. Make sure that all loads (lights, radio, air conditioning...) are switched off
and that the jump starter’s switch is in OFF position.
1. First connect the red (positive) clamp to the positive pole of the vehicle battery.
2. Next, connect the black (negative) clamp to the negative pole of the vehicle's battery or
to ground to the vehicle frame, away from the battery and the fuel line. Pay attention to
moving parts such as fan, straps, etc.
3. Turn the jump starter’s swith in 12V or 24V position, according to the vehicle to start.
4. Move away from the battery and the jump starter when it starts running and make sure
it is in a stable position so that the engine vibrations following the jumpstart do not
cause it to fall. The length of cables is enough in most cases to position the starter on
the ground.
5. Once the vehicle is started, after waiting for some minutes to allow the alternator to
recharge the internal battery, disconnect black clamp (negative) first and then red
clamp (positive).
6. Reposition both clamps immediately on their respective supports.
7. Put the device in charge with the provided battery charger BC SMART 4000.
Never use for 12V vehicles when the switch is in 24V position!!!
IMPORTANT:
If the vehicle does not start within 10 seconds, do not insist. Let the jump
starter’s battery cool down for 3 minutes before to try again. Otherwise, the internal battery
could be irreversibly damaged (jump starting attempts have to be very short).
NOTE:
In presence of a faulty battery, this could reject the jump starter's charge. This could
be the reason why the vehicle does not start.
6 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – 12V SOCKET
The jump starter’s 12V socket can be used as a portable power supply for all 12VDC
devices provided with a cigar socket adapter. The 12V socket is provided with an automatic
overload protection. Moreover, the socket can be used as a memory saver to supply a car’s
on board devices, when it’s necessary to disconnect the battery for replacement or for
maintenance operations. BC accessories range includes the adapter OBD Memory Saver
(part number 710-OBDMS) to connect the jump starter’s 12V socket directly with a car’s
OBD socket.
7 - WARRANTY
Forelettronica Srl offers a 2-years limited warranty on the jump starter for faults or
malfunctions due to materials or manufacturing. Parts whose deterioration is attributable to
use are considered excluded from the guarantee. The warranty is void in case of improper
use or tampering of any kind or repair carried out by an unauthorized technician. This
warranty is limited to the original purchaser: it is not transferable to third parties.
The warranty excludes implicit forms of warranty, including guarantees for damage caused
as a result of use of the device: Forelettronica Srl is deemed exonerated from any damage
to persons or property from the use of its products. The shipping costs for returning the
defective device are the responsibility of the purchaser.
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