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SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION:
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property
damage.
RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION.
When using tools or equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk
of personal injury. Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious injury and property
damage. There are certain applications for which tools and equipment are designed. Manufacturer strongly recommends that this product
NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed. Read and understand all warnings and operating
instructions before using any tool or equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
This product or its power cord contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defect
or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Read all instructions before operating the professional power station. Failure to follow all instructions listed
below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
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This unit was designed for household use only.
WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURST HAZARD, OR INJURY TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY:
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Avoid dangerous environments.
Don’t use appliances in damp or wet locations. Don’t use appliances in the rain.
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Keep children away.
All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.
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Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and substantial, non-skid
footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
•
Store idle appliance indoors.
When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up place – out of reach
of children.
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Don’t abuse cord.
Never carry appliance by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
•
Disconnect appliances.
Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not in use, before servicing, and when changing
accessories.
•
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection
should be provided on the circuits or outlets to be used. Receptacles are available
having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.
•
Use of accessories and attachments.
The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended for use with this appliance could be
hazardous. Refer to the accessory section of this manual for further details.
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Stay alert.
Use common sense. Do not operate this equipment when you are tired or impaired.
•
Check for damaged parts.
Any part that is damaged should be replaced by the manufacturer before further use. Contact the
manufacturer at (877) 571-2391 for more information.
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Do not operate this appliance near flammable liquids or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres.
Motors in these tools normally
spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
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Never submerge this unit in water;
do not expose it to rain, snow or use when wet.
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To reduce risk of electric shock,
disconnect the unit from any power source before attempting maintenance or cleaning. Turning off
controls without disconnecting will not reduce this risk.
•
This equipment employs parts (switches, relays, etc.) that produce arcs or sparks.
Therefore, if used in a garage or enclosed
area, the unit MUST be placed not less than 18 inches above the floor.
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Do not use this unit to operate appliances that need more than 5 amps to operate from the 12 volt DC accessory outlet.
•
Do not insert foreign objects into the USB port, the 12 volt DC accessory outlet or the 120 volt AC outlet.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGING THIS UNIT
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IMPORTANT:
This unit is delivered in a partially charged state. Fully charge unit with a household extension cord (not supplied) for a full
40 hours before using for the first time. You cannot overcharge the unit using the AC charging method.
• To recharge this unit, use only the built-in AC charging adapter or the supplied DC charging adapter (may be sold separately).
• 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.
Extension cords:
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WARNING: Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock.
When using an extension cord,
make sure that the pins of the extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those in the charger; and be sure to use one
heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power
and overheating. The following table shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt,
use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
MINIMUM GAGE FOR CORD SETS
Volts
Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V
0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
(0-7.6m) (7.6-15.2m) (15.2-30.4m) (30.4-45.7m)
240V
0-50
51-100
101-200
201-300
(0-15.2m) (15.2-30.4m) (30.4-60.9m) (60.9-91.4m)
Ampere Rating
Extension Cord Length
More
Not more
0’-25’
26’-50’
51 ’-100 ’
101’ -150 ’
Than
Than
American Wire Gage (AWG)
0
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6
18 16 16 14
6
-
10
18 16 14 12
10
-
12
16 16 14 12
12 -
16
14
12
Not Recommended
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When an extension cord is used,
make sure that:
a) the pins of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those in the charger,
b) the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition,
c) the wire size is large enough for the AC rating of the charger.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE:
Pull by connector rather than cord when disconnecting the
extension cord from the unit; and by plug when disconnecting the extension cord from an AC outlet.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN CHARGING USING THE 12 VOLT DC METHOD:
• Recharge using this method only when necessary. Frequent use the the 12 Volt DC charging method may shorten battery life.
• DO NOT EXCEED 6 HOURS CHARGING TIME USING THIS METHOD.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR JUMP STARTERS
WARNING: BURST HAZARD
Do not use the unit for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause
injury to persons and damage property. Use the unit for charging/boosting a lead-acid battery only. It is not intended to supply power to a
low-voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor application.
• Use of an attachment not supplied, recommended or sold by manufacturer specifically for use with this unit may result in a risk of
electrical shock and injury to persons.
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
• Working in the vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery operation. For this
reason, it is of the utmost importance that each time before using the jump-starter you read this manual and follow instructions exactly.
• To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of
any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE:
• NEVER ATTEMPT TO JUMP-START OR CHARGE A FROZEN BATTERY.
• Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be damaged if vehicle battery is jump-started. Before jump-starting, read the
vehicle’s owner’s manual to confirm that external-starting assistance is suitable.
• When working with lead acid batteries, always make sure immediate assistance is available in case of accident or emergency.
• Always have protective eyewear when using this product: contact with battery acid may cause blindness and/or severe burns. Be aware
of first aid procedures in case of accidental contact with battery acid.
• Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin.
• Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of vehicle battery, engine or power station
• Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury to persons.
• Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when working with a lead acid battery. A
lead acid battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring, or similar metal object, to skin, causing a severe burn.
• Do not wear vinyl clothing when jump-starting a vehicle. Friction can cause dangerous static-electrical sparks.
• Be extra careful to avoid dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or another electrical part and
could cause an explosion.
• Jump-start procedures should only be performed in a safe, dry, well-ventilated area.
• Always store battery clamps when not in use. Never touch battery clamps together. This can cause dangerous sparks, power arcing and/
or explosion.
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