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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
INTENDED USE
Your jump starter is designed to provide additional power to lead-acid batteries when starting car engines. This product
is intended for household, consumer use only.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using battery-powered appliances, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, leaking batteries, personal injury and material damage.
•Read all of this manual carefully before using the appliance.
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The intended use is described in this manual. The use of any accessory or attachment or the performance of any operation
with this appliance other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.
•Retain this manual for future reference.
Using your appliance
Always take care when using the appliance.
•This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm persons without supervision.
•The appliance is not to be used as a toy.
•Use in a dry location only. Do not allow the appliance to become wet.
•Do not immerse the appliance in water.
•Do not open body casing. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
•Do not operate the appliance in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
•To reduce the risk of damage to plugs and cords never pull the cable to remove the plug from a socket outlet.
After use
•When not in use, the appliance should be stored in a dry, well ventilated place out of the reach of children.
•Children should not have access to stored appliances.
•When the appliance is stored or transported in a vehicle it should be placed in the boot or restrained to prevent
movement following sudden changes in speed or direction.
•The appliance should be protected from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.
Inspection and repairs
•Before use, check the appliance for damaged or defective parts. Check for breakage of parts, damage to switches
and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
•Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective.
•Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced by the manufacturer.
•Never attempt to remove or replace any parts other than those specified in this manual.
Specific safety instructions for jump starters
•Vehicles may have electrical and electronic systems (e.g. engine management system, mobile phone) that may be
damaged if subjected to high starting voltages and voltage peaks. Before connecting the appliance to the vehicle read
the vehicle’s owner’s manual to confirm that external-starting assistance is allowed.
•Follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer, vehicle manufacturer and manufacturer of
any equipment you intend to use with this unit. Review warning labels on these products and on the vehicle.
•This appliance is not designed to be used as a replacement for a vehicular battery. Do not attempt to operate a
vehicle that does not have a battery installed.
•The appliance must only be connected to a 12V lead-acid battery. Do not use the appliance for charging dry-cell
batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and
damage property.
•Check the polarity of the vehicle battery terminals before connecting the appliance. Always disconnect the negative
(black) jumper cable first: followed by the positive (red) jumper cable.
•The jump-starter on/off switch should be in the off position before connection to a power source or load, when the unit
is charging and when not in use.
•Never allow the red and black clamps to touch each other or another common metal conductor. This could cause
damage to the appliance and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard. Always store the battery clamps in the built-in
holsters when not in use.
•When using this unit in proximity to the vehicle’s battery and engine, stand the unit on a flat, stable surface, and be
sure to keep all clamps, cords, clothing and body parts away from moving parts of the vehicle.
•This appliance contains a sealed lead-acid battery. It is recommended that the appliance remains in an upright
position during storage, use, and recharging.
WARNING: Explosive gas may be vented from the lead acid batteries when charging and under extreme conditions
battery leakage may occur. Ensure the area is well ventilated when conducting jump starting and charging procedures.
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