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one minute. This draws current from the jump starter and warms the battery.
Now try to crank the engine. If it does not turn over, repeat the procedure.
Extremely cold weather may require two or three battery warmings before
the engine will start.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT attempt to jump start your vehicle more
than three consecutive times. If the vehicle will not start after three
attempts, consult a service technician.
8. After the engine starts, disconnect the black clamp (-) and the red
clamp (+), in that order, and then unplug the battery clamps from the
jump starter socket.
9. Recharge the unit as soon as possible after each use.
7.2 CHARGING A MOBILE DEVICE, USING THE USB PORTS
The SL161 includes two USB ports. One provides up to 2.1A at 5V DC;
the other provides up to 1A at 5V DC.
1. Consult your mobile device manufacturer for proper charging power
specifications. Connect a mobile device cable to the appropriate USB port.
2. Slide the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. Charging should begin
automatically. The display will show which port is in use.
3. Charging time will vary, based on the mobile device’s battery size and the
charging port used.
NOTE: Most devices will charge with either USB port, but may charge
at a slower rate.
4. When finished using the USB port, disconnect the charging cable from
your mobile device and then disconnect the charging cable from the unit.
Slide the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.
5. Recharge the unit as soon as possible after each use.
NOTE: If no USB device is connected, power to the USB ports will
automatically shut off after 30 seconds.
7.3 USING THE LED LIGHT
1. Slide the ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
2. Hold down the display button for 3 seconds.
3. Once the LED light is on, press and release the display button to cycle
through the following modes:
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Steady glow
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Flash for an SOS signal
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Flash in strobe mode
4. When finished using the LED light, press and hold the display button
until the light turns off.
5. Slide the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.
6. Recharge the unit as soon as possible after each use.
8. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1. After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect
the unit.
2. Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the
battery clamps, cords, and the outer case.
3. Do not open the unit, as there are no user-serviceable parts.
