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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. Why didn’t my Jumpstarter start my vehicle?
A. There could be a number of reasons why the Jumpstarter did not start your vehicle.
Check the following:
1. Ensure the Jumpstarter battery is fully charged.
2. Ensure you have followed the correct operating procedure. Refer to page 6
(“Vehicle Jumpstarting Instructions”).
3. Ensure the vehicle operates on 12V DC
4. The vehicle’s battery may be below 2.5V, the minimum start voltage for the Jumpstarter.
Ensure all connections are correct, then press the Power/Light and Jumpstart buttons
simultaneously for 3 seconds to manually activate the Jumpstarter. Refer to page 6
(“Vehicle Jumpstarting Instructions”) for further information.
5. Ensure the vehicle being jumpstarted does not require a clamp output greater than
290 Amps (LS950) or 400 Amps (IS1250) in order to jumpstart the vehicle.
Q. Can I leave my Jumpstarter connected to the car after it has started?
A. Leaving the Jumpstarter connected to the car after it has started will not be a problem
but it is best to disconnect and charge the Jumpstarter so it is ready to start another
car. As the Jumpstarter will not be receiving charge in this situation and it is best to
pack the Jumpstarter away so it will not fall in the engine area.
Q. How often should I charge my Jumpstarter?
A. The Jumpstarter uses Lithium technology which self discharges only a very small
amount.
To be safe the Jumpstarter should be charged at least every year to be sure it is ready
in case of an emergency.
Q. What is Peak Amps?
A. Peak amps is the maximum current the battery in the Jumpstarter can produce.
Q. What is Clamp Power?
A. Clamp power is the maximum current available at the clamps.
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