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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
This product has a sealed lead acid battery that should be kept fully charged.
Recharge before first use, immediately after each use, and every 60 days if not
used. Failure to do this may reduce the battery life dramatically.
Note:
This unit is delivered in a partially charged state – you must fully charge it
before using it for the first time. Initial AC charge should be 40 hours.
Charging/Recharging
Lead-acid batteries require routine maintenance to ensure a full charge and long
battery life. All batteries lose energy from self-discharge over time and more rapidly
when they are at higher temperatures. Therefore, batteries need periodic charging
to replace energy lost through self-discharge. When the unit is not in use, Black &
Decker recommends that the battery is recharged at least every 60 days.
Check the battery charge level by pressing the battery status button. The LED charge
status display will indicate the level of battery charge. When only one red LED
lights, recharge the unit.
Note:
Recharging battery after each use will prolong battery life; frequent heavy
discharges between recharges and/or overcharging will reduce battery life.
The battery can be recharged using an AC or DC adapter (see below).
CAUTION
Make sure ON/OFF Power Switch and Area Light are turned OFF
during recharge as this may slow recharge function.
AC Recharge
The AC recharge adapter is a UL listed “wall” type unit that operates from any
120 volt, 60 Hz AC supply that has a standard North American outlet. The adapter
has a barrel connector that plugs into the unit’s recharge port.
Make sure the Jump-Starter Power Switch and Area Light Power Switch are turned
OFF during AC recharge. When an AC recharge adapter is plugged into the
recharge port, the battery charge level display will automatically activate. As
recharge progresses, the red LEDs will light, one by one. Charge the unit until the
battery charge level display lights or flashes the green FULL LED. Continue to
recharge for one to two hours, and then disconnect the recharge adapter. AC
recharge system is an automatic taper charge and can be left connected to the main
unit for long periods. (See Figure 1 for AC recharge port location).
DC to DC Recharge
Recharging the Jump-Starter from an external DC power source requires the use of
the DC/DC adapter. This adapter has a male DC connector at each end.
120 VOLT AC
RECHARGE
ADAPTER
12 VOLT DC TO DC
VEHICLE ADAPTER
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WARNINGS
• Jump-Starter Power Switch should be OFF prior to jump-starting.
•
This power system is to be used ONLY on vehicles or boats with
12 volt DC battery systems.
• Never touch red and black clamps together — this can cause
dangerous sparks, power arcing, and/or explosion.
• Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be
damaged if vehicle battery is jump-started. Before jump-starting this
type of vehicle, read the vehicle manual to confirm that external-
starting assistance is advised.
• Excessive engine cranking can damage the vehicle‘s starter motor. If
the engine fails to start after the recommended number of attempts,
discontinue jump-start procedure and look for other problems that
need to be corrected.
• After use, turn the Jump-Starter Power Switch OFF.
• Replace worn or defective parts immediately — contact the Customer
Service Department toll free (800) 618-5178.
USING THE UNIT AS A 12 VOLT DC PORTABLE POWER SUPPLY
This portable power source is also for use with all 12 volt DC accessories equipped
with a male accessory outlet plug that are rated up to 5 amps.
1. Lift up the cover of the unit‘s 12 volt DC outlet.
2. Insert the 12 volt DC plug from the appliance into the 12 volt accessory outlet
on the unit.
3. Switch on the appliance and operate as usual.
4. Periodically press the Battery Charge Level Pushbutton to check battery status.
Estimated 12 Volt DC Operation Time
Appliance
Estimated Power Usage
Operating Time
(Watts)
(hours)
Cell phone
1
108 (talk time)
Fluorescent light
4
27
Radio, fan, depth finder
9
12
Camcorder, VCR, spotlight
15
7
Power tools, bilge pump
24
4.5
Car vacuum
80
1.35
Note:
All times are approximate and based upon a fully charged unit.
CAUTION
Make sure that the Jump-Starter Power Switch is ALWAYS in the OFF
position when using the unit’s 12 volt DC accessory outlet.
DO NOT operate appliances that draw more than 5 amps.
WARNING
NEVER INSERT A CIGARETTE LIGHTER INTO THE UNIT’S ACCESSORY
OUTLET.
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