Operating Instructions WARNING

Operating Instructions 

WARNING:This product features a captive sealed VRLA (valve-regulated lead acid) battery. It is important that the battery is kept at full charge to ensure maximum lifespan. Charge immediately on receipt of this product; immediately after use; and every 1-2 months when not in use.

WARNING: While charging this jump starter it is important that it is not used or connected to any other device or cable except for either the 230V AC Charger (12) or 12V Charging Lead (13).

WARNING: This product is not a battery charger. Never connect the 230V AC charger to the jump starter while the jump starter is connected to a vehicle’s battery. The jump starter must only be used with the charging cables disconnected Charging the battery

WARNING: 
Over-charging could produce flammable gases                     
• To check the battery condition press the Battery Test Button (6), ensuring no external cables are attached to the unit. The battery condition is shown by the Volt-meter (3). The volt-meter will display an approximate indication of charge with the green area indicating a sufficient charge. A fully charged battery should indicate 12.6V or more. A more accurate test can be performed with a multi-meter using the 20V DC voltage setting or the nearest to it above that range.

 • The battery should be charged at 20°C (room temperature) • Ensure there are no naked flames or other ignition sources near to the charging area Charging from 230V supply 1. Insert the small plug of the 230V AC Charger (12) into the Charging Socket (7) 2. Insert the 230V AC charger into a mains socket, check that the socket is switched on • For the initial charge, allow up to 40 hours but regularly check the battery charge indicator. For a normal top-up charge allow up to 10 hours

 • Ensure the charging area is well ventilated with no open flames or high temperature surfaces, such as a hob, in the vicinity Charging from a 12V car cigarette lighter socket Charging from the cigarette lighter socket of your vehicle while in motion is a convenient way of topping up the charge of your jump starter. However the jump starter must be positioned in the rear of the vehicle while charging and the car must be well ventilated. If this isn’t possible, only use the AC charging method. When charging in the car, regularly check the charge level to prevent over-charging. 1. Plug the 12V Charging Lead (13) into the Charging Socket (7) 2. Insert the cigarette lighter plug of the 12V charging lead into a suitable car cigarette lighter socket 3. A 12V car cigarette socket extension lead may be required if there is no socket in the rear of the car and need to extend the cable from the cigarette lighter socket in the dashboard 4. Only charge until the the Volt-meter (3) indicates a sufficient charge. Check the meter every 45 minutes to 1hr to prevent over-charging. Initial charge may take up to 12hrs and top up charges may take as little as 1hr after being used Notes:

 • Some cars provide a cigarette lighter socket on the dashboard and in the boot/rear of the car. It is important that the cigarette lighter socket is disabled when the ignition is switched off otherwise the jump starter can drain the main battery when parked

• If you choose to charge the jump starter with a cigarette socket in the rear of the vehicle, it is important to remember not to leave the battery permanently charging and only charge until a sufficient charge is indicated on the voltmeter. This is more critical with a 12V charging connection as the charge level is higher than with the AC charger • If the jump starter has just been used to start a vehicle, allow 15 minutes before charging the jump starter in a vehicle, to allow the battery to stabilise and any flammable vapours to disperse IMPORTANT: Failure to follow the correct procedure when charging the jump starter will result in permanent damage. Jump starting Notes:

• Always refer to vehicle handbook before using this product. If the manufacturer specifies a particular sequence for jump starting, follow the manufacturer’s advice • Follow normal starting procedures with regard to pre-charging glow plugs etc, • Do not attempt to use this product on anything other than 12V negative earth vehicle electrical system