IOXUS
18 Stadium Circle
Oneonta, NY 13820
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Fax: 607-433-9014
http://www.ioxus.com
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Description
uSTART
®
is an ultracapacitor based device that enhances vehicle performance. uSTART
®
improves battery life
by maintaining a vehicle’s voltage under a wide range of load conditions. It supplies nearly all of the cranking
current during engine starts. uSTART
®
stores a relatively small amount of energy compared with a battery,
but it can deliver engine cranking current for a few seconds or power auxiliary loads for a few minutes.
Feature Identification
Figure 1: uSTART® Feature Identification
Unpacking
Please inspect the shipping carton for signs of damage prior to unpacking. Report any damage to the carton, or
the contents, to the carrier immediately. Retain all shipping materials until uSTART
®
is fully inspected and
determined to be operational.
uSTART
®
should be lifted by the module body. The terminals should not be used for hoisting.
If any parts are determined to be missing or defective an RMA number must be issued prior to returning the
unit for repair or replacement. Please contact your salesperson or distributor to request an RMA number.
uSTART
®
is designed for years of maintenance free operation if handled, installed, and used properly. These
handling precautions should be observed:
•
uSTART
®
should not be stacked
•
The only tools to be used on uSTART
®
should be properly sized wrenches for the terminal and
mounting bolts (hammers, chisels, files or power tools in general should not be used)
•
Do not drop uSTART
®
; internal damage may occur
Positive Terminal (+)
Negative Terminal (-)
Status LEDs
