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JUMPSTARTER & DEVICE CHARGER
MODEL NO: JSM180
PART NO: 6238900
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC0721 REV 2
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Power Pack & Jump Starter
Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself
and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase
giving you long and satisfactory service.
Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY
Lithium Ion Polymer Battery - Recycle in accordance with WEEE regulations.
Through purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the
obligation to deal with the WEEE in accordance with the WEEE
regulations in relation to the treatment, recycling & recovery and
environmentally sound disposal of the WEEE.
In effect, this means that this product must not be disposed of with
general household waste. It must be disposed of according to the laws
governing Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised
disposal facility.
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CONTENTS AND OVERVIEW
1 Jump Starter Power Pack 3 3 - 1 USB Charging Cable,
Lightning/Micro USB/C-Type
2 12V Battery Jump Starter Lead
OVERVIEW
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: ALL LEAD ACID BATTERIES GENERATE HYDROGEN GAS
DURING NORMAL OPERATION. THIS PROCESS INCREASES DURING A
PERIOD OF RAPID DISCHARGE. HYDROGEN GAS AND BATTERY ACID
(SULPHURIC ACID) CAN BE EXPLOSIVE, CORROSIVE TO SKIN, EYES AND
HAIR, DAMAGING TO CLOTHING AND METALS, FLAMMABLE, POISONOUS
TO BREATHE.
1. ALWAYS ensure when jump starting that there is air circulating around the
device.
2. NEVER allow the negative and positive leads on this unit, to touch each
other or to touch the same metal object.
3. Although the jump starter is water resistant and may be used outdoors, DO
NOT leave it exposed to the elements. Avoid direct sunlight, direct heat,
rain/moisture etc.
4. The jump starter is designed for use on petrol cars up to 3L/3000cc with 12V
batteries.
5. DO NOT operate the jump starter if any of the cables are damaged.
Consult your CLARKE dealer for repair or replacement of the parts.
6. DO NOT operate the jump starter if the case is damaged. Consult your
CLARKE dealer or a qualified person for inspection and repair.
7. Ensure the vehicle battery posts and battery clamps are perfectly clean
before use.
8. When connecting the jump starter leads to a battery, ensure the device is
switched OFF, and ALWAYS connect the RED (positive’+’) output
conductor to the UNEARTHED (+) battery terminal FIRST, then connect the
BLACK, (negative’-’) conductor to a suitable earthing point on the chassis
or battery, well away from any fuel lines.
9. To prevent the battery overheating and consequent damage, DO NOT
exceed our recommendations for the duration of jump starting.
10. This jump starter is NOT designed to be used as a replacement for the
vehicle battery.
11. DO NOT attempt to BOOST CHARGE the jump starter's sealed battery.
12. NEVER attempt any repairs yourself. If you have a problem with the jump
starter contact your local CLARKE dealer.
13. NEVER jump start the engine whilst the jump starter is being charged.
14. ALWAYS store the jump starter out of reach of children.
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POWER PACK CHARGING
1. Fully charge your jump starter battery unit before using it for the first time.
2. Recharge the jump starter battery unit after every occasion of use if
possible, and thereafter, at least every 6 months.
3. ALWAYS AVOID leaving your jump starter unit in a discharged state.
FOLLOW THE ABOVE POINTS TO ENSURE MAXIMUM LIFE FROM THE BATTERY.
BATTERY CAPACITY INDICATOR LIGHTS
Pressing the power switch, the indicator lights will show as follows:
Indicator Light 1 Light On 2 Lights On 3 Lights On 4 Lights On
Capacity 25% 50% 75% 100%
During the charging of the power pack, the power indicator lights will flash
and turn on one by one. When all four lights remain on, it means the unit is fully
charged.
During the discharging of the unit, if the first indicator light is flashing, it means
the unit is short of power and needs recharging.
There are three means of charging the power pack:
1. Via a 230V USB mains adaptor (not supplied), using the USB charging cable
2. Via a PC’s USB terminal, using the USB charging cable.
3. Via a 12V auxiliary vehicle adapter (not supplied), with the USB charging
cable.
CHARGING USING A 230V USB MAINS ADAPTOR OR PC TERMINAL
1. Plug the C-TYpe end of the charging
cable into the C-type port on the Jump
Starter power pack.
2. Plug the USB plug end of the charging
cable into a USB mains adaptor (not
supplied) or a PC’s USB terminal and
switch on.
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• The BLUE charging/indicator lights on
the jump starter will come on and start
flashing to indicate charging is in
progress.
3. Continue to charge until all 4 BLUE
charging lights stop flashing and stay on.
It is important to note that this could take up to 4 hours, dependant upon
the state of charge of the battery.
CHARGING USING A 12V AUXILIARY ADAPTOR
1. Plug the C-type end of the charging
cable into the C-Type port on the Jump
Starter power pack.
2. Plug the USB end of the charging cable
into a USB 12V auxiliary adaptor (not
supplied) and insert the 12V adaptor into
your car 12V auxiliary port.
• The BLUE charging/indicator lights on
the jump starter will come on and start
flashing to indicate charging is in
progress.
3. Continue to charge until all 4 BLUE
charging lights stop flashing and stay on.
It is important to note that this could take
up to 4 hours, dependant upon the state
of charge of the battery.
MAINTENANCE
Always ensure the cables & clamps are in good condition and the clamps are
clean and corrosion free. If damaged they should be replaced. Keep the unit
clean by wiping with a dry cloth. DO NOT use solvents as a cleaning agent.
NEVER attempt any repair unless your are a qualified technician. Your CLARKE
jump starter has been designed to give long and trouble free service. If,
however, having followed the instructions in this booklet carefully, you
encounter problems, take the unit to your local CLARKE dealer.
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OPERATION
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW AND THE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 6 MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY,
DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, OR THE POSSIBILITY OF AN EXPLOSION
LED LIGHT
The power pack has an LED light that has 3 settings and can be used as a
torch or safety lighting as follows.
1. Press and hold the power switch for 3 seconds to turn on the torch setting.
2. Press the power switch again to turn on the LED flashing strobe effect
lighting.
3. Press the power switch for a third time to turn on the LED SOS flashing effect
lighting.
4. Press the power switch for a fourth time to turn the LED light off.
CHARGING MOBILE PRODUCTS
1. Choose the appropriate mobile charging adaptor on the charging cable,
Lightning, Micro USB or USB-C type, and connect to the device to be
charged.
2. Insert the USB end of the charging lead into the USB output charging port
on the power pack.
3. Press the power switch for charging to begin.
NOTE: The blue indicator lights will keep bright when charging. If the
device doesn’t start charging after 3 seconds the indicator lights
and device will turn off.
JUMP STARTING A 12V CAR (PETROL ONLY)
WARNING: IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COULD BE
DAMAGED BY JUMP STARTING. ALWAYS CHECK WITH THE CAR
MANUFACTURER’S HANDBOOK TO DETERMINE WHAT PRECAUTIONS IF
ANY SHOULD BE TAKEN.
ALWAYS carry out the following preliminary checks before connecting the
jump starter to the car battery:
• Ensure the vehicle ignition and ALL ancillary equipment - lighting,
radio etc, are switched off.
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• Ensure the vehicle battery is rated at 12V and is not damaged in any
way. If the battery is damaged, replace battery, DO NOT try and
recharge.
• Ensure the battery terminals are clean and the clamps are firm and
secure.
• Ensure the area is well ventilated.
• Take great care not to touch the red positive (+) clamp against the
black negative (-) clamp.
1. Make sure two or more power indicator
lights are showing on the jump starter.
2. Connect the red positive (+) clamp to
the positive (+) battery terminal first. Take
care the clamp does not contact any
moving parts or fuel lines.
3. Connect the black negative (-) clamp
to the negative (-) battery terminal or to
a suitable earthing point on the vehicle
chassis ensuring the connections are firm
and secure.
4. Insert the blue plug end of the battery
jump starter lead into the 12v car jump
port on the battery unit, making sure the
lead is firmly and correctly inserted,
otherwise it may affect the starting
function.
5. Switch the car ignition to start for no
more than 6 seconds. If car doesn’t start,
switch off and wait 3 minutes before
trying again.
6. If the car fails to start on the first attempt, make sure all lead connections
are correctly positioned. If, after 3 attempts to jump-start the car have
failed, STOP, as this may damage the car and/or its electrical systems.
7. Once the car has started, remove the jump starter lead from the power
pack, before removing the clamps from the battery.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Item Specification
Model No. JSM180
Max Engine Capacity Under 3.0L (Petrol Only)
Battery Type Lithium Ion Polymer (Li-Po)
Battery Capacity 1800 mAh
Input (C-type cable) 5V/1A
Output for Mobile Devices (USB) 5V/1A
Output for Car Jump 12V
Start Current Start/Peak 180A/360A
Cycles after Full Charge 5-10
Lifetime > 1000 Cycles
Charging Time 4 Hours
Discharge Operating Temperature -20°C - 60°C
IP Rating IPX0
Light 5V, 1.5W, Single LED
Size (L x W x D) 140mm x 80mm x 20mm
Weight 260g
SYMBOLS DISPLAYED
Read the manual and
safety instructions before use
Electrical hazard due to exposed live terminals
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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