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CHARGING TIPS AND WARNINGS
Keep battery power topped up, ready for emergencies. Unlike some rechargeable batteries,
frequent charging will not harm and in fact, will improve the performance of the internal
battery.
Recharge battery as soon as possible after each use to prolong battery life. Frequent heavy
discharges between recharging will reduce battery life. Do not leave PowerStation in a total
discharged state for an extended period of time as this can cause battery failure.
All lead acid batteries suffer from self-discharge over time, especially under extreme
temperatures. Store in a cool dry place.
Recharge every 9 months when not in use and more frequently in warmer or colder storage
conditions.
Do not continuously charge the PowerStation system for more than 24 hours. Use only the
charging adaptors provided with this unit.
DO NOT OPERATE ANY OF THIS UNITS FUNCTIONS WHILE CHARGING IS IN PROCESS.
BATTERY STATUS
Press the Battery Test button. The diagnostic LCD display will illuminate to show the amount
of power remaining in the PowerStation System. Diagnostic LCD display will remain
illuminated for approximately 30 seconds. To turn the diagnostic LCD display off, press the
battery test button.
1. When the battery is fully charged, the diagnostic LCD display will display 99%.
2. When the battery is at about 50% capacity it should be recharged as soon as possible.
It will be able to operate the USB and most 12 Volt accessories for a limited time but will
be inadequate for the Boosting function. Take care to not let the battery deep discharge
as it may damage the battery.
3. When the diagnostic LCD displays 25%, the battery is low and usage must be
discontinued immediately. Recharge battery as soon as possible and before further use.
BOOSTING A VEHICLE BATTERY
CAUTION:
MAKE SURE THE ROTARY MASTER SWITCH IS IN THE “O” OFF POSITION.
POWERSTATION MUST BE FULLY CHARGED TO BOOST A BATTERY.
Do not attempt to boost the vehicle battery if the diagnostic LCD display does not display
99% when you press the battery test button as this could permanently damage the battery.
Turn off ignition and all accessories (lights, radio, heater, air conditioning, etc.) in the vehicle
with weak battery that will not start.
Place vehicle in park and set hand brake.
For maximum power, turn off all switches on your PowerStation system and disconnect any
accessories plugged into the 12 Volt power outlets.
Check that vehicle is negatively grounded (most vehicles). Remove the cables from their
channels.
Securely connect the red positive clamp to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle battery.
Then, securely connect the black clamp to a grounding point on the vehicle such as the metal
frame, as far away from the battery as possible. DO NOT connect it to the negative battery