JUMP-STARTING A VEHICLE
1. Turn off the vehicle ignition and all accessories (e.g. radios, lights, air conditioners and cellular phones).
2. Set the emergency brake and put vehicles with automatic transmission in park position.
3. Make sure the Jump Start System Power Switch is in OFF position.
4. Determine the polarity of the vehicle’s battery terminals. The positive (POS, P, +) battery terminal usually is
larger in diameter than the negative (NEG, N, -) terminal. If you are unsure, you should refer to the vehicle’s
owner’s manual.
5. Determine whether your vehicle uses a negative or positive grounded system: Negative ground system –
Negative battery terminal is grounded to chassis. Most vehicles use this system.
Positive grounded battery terminal is grounded to chassis or any other part of the vehicle. If you are unsure, you
should refer to vehicle owner’s manual.
6. Never allow clamps (positive & negative terminals) to touch together or to contact the same piece of metal to
prevent short-circuits and arcing.
7. Follow instructions for a negative grounded system or positive grounded system as indicated below:
Negative Grounded System:
a. Securely connect the positive (+) red clamp to the positive (POS, P+) terminal of the vehicle battery or the
remote positive (+) terminal if equipped.
b. Check that vehicle is negatively grounded (most vehicles). Securely connect the negative (-) black clamp to the
vehicle chassis, engine block or a non- moving metal part of the vehicle which is verified to be grounded. Do not
clamp directly to negative battery terminal, carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet metal body parts. Check cable
connection polarity indicator.
c. See jump-starting step 8 to continue.
Positive Grounded System:
a. Securely connect the negative (-) black clamp to the negative (Neg, N-) ungrounded terminal of the vehicle
battery.
b. Securely connect the positive (+) red clamp to the vehicle chassis, engine block or a non-moving metal part of
the vehicle which is verified to be grounded. Do not clamp directly to positive battery terminal, carburetor, fuel
lines, or sheet metal body parts.
c. See jump-starting step 8 to continue.
8. The Reverse Polarity Indicator on the Jump Starter will illuminate RED for wrong connection and GREEN for
right connection.
9. When correct clamp connection is made, turn the Jump Start System Power Switch to ON position.
10. Allow 2 or 3 minutes of charging time. It is recommended to have a second person to assist holding the unit
securely in place during the next steps.
11. Turn on the vehicle to attempt to start the engine. If the vehicle does not start after 4 to 5 seconds of engine
cranking, then stop. Wait 3 to 4 minutes, and then try again. Repeat several times until the vehicle starts.
12. Standing as far away from the vehicle battery as is practical, disconnect the clamps in reverse sequence to
connecting procedure:
For negative grounded systems, first disconnect negative (black) then positive (red) clamps.
For positive grounded systems, first disconnect positive (red) then negative (black) clamps.
• This product is not a toy. Keep out of the reach of children.
• Keep battery terminals clean. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.
• Do not operate this unit in or around water. Water can damage the unit.
• If battery acid comes into contact with eyes, flush the eyes with water for at least 10 minutes. Seek
medical attention immediately.
• Always turn the Jumpstart Sustem off when not in use. Store in a cool, dry place.
• Do not open the Jumpstart System. There are no servicable parts in the unit. Doing so will void the warranty.
CHARGING AND RECHARGING
• Fully recharge the unit when red charging indicator light is on.
• The charging Red LED indicator will be illuminated while charging. When charging is complete the Red LED
changes to Green. This LED will not go out until the charging plug is removed.
• Do not charge the unit for more than 36 hours by AC charger and 12 hours by DC charger continuously.
• Do not charge the unit on a boat, boat ramp, or dock since the electrical cords and outlets used for charging could
cause severe electrical shock if they get wet.
• It is recommended that the unit be in an upright position while charging.
NOTE: Make sure both cable clamps (positive and negative) are placed in their storage holsters when not
in use.
CHARGING WITH AC CHARGER:
1. Press the battery status check button, if the battery status Green LED illuminates it will indicate a full charge.
2. If the SWPP3 requires charging, insert AC charger plug into charging jack of the unit.
3. Insert AC charger receptacle plug into AC receptacle.
4. The battery status Red LED will illuminate while charging.
5. Full charge takes approximately 24 hours.
6. The Red LED changes to Green, when charging is complete, unplug the AC charger receptacle plug then the
AC charger from the charging jack on the unit.
CHARGING WITH 12-VOLT CHARGER:
1. Press the battery status check button, if the battery status Green LED illuminates it will indicate a full charge.
2. If the SWPP3 requires charging, insert DC charger plug into charging jack of the unit.
3. Insert DC charger accessory plug into vehicle cigarette lighter socket.
4. The battery status Red LED will illuminate while charging.
5. Full charge takes approximate 6 hours, while the car engine is running.
6. The Red LED changes to Green, when charging is complete, unplug the DC charger accessory plug first and then
the DC charger from the charging jack on the unit.
WARNING:
Do not overcharge this unit. Prior to charging unit, read and understand all instructions for
this unit. Overcharging may result in damage to the unit.
IMPORTANT WARNING:
This product is only supplied with a minimal amount of charge at manufacture,
therefore for this product to operate correctly it has to be fully charged for a period of 24 hours
IMMEDIATELY
after purchase, this is essential
BEFORE ANY USE!
& cannot be used
DURING
the charge
period. Failure to adhere to these conditions may invalidate the products warranty.
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