Clore Automotive Charge IT PP15 Operator's Manual

Operator’s Manual

WARNING

Read these instructions completely before using the J900 and save them for future
reference. Before using the J900 to jump start a car, truck, boat or to power any
equipment, read these instructions and the instruction manual/safety information
provided by the car, truck, boat or equipment manufacturer. Following all manufacturers’
instructions and safety procedures will reduce the risk of accident.

Working around lead-acid batteries may be dangerous. Lead-acid batteries release
explosive gases during normal operation, charging and jump starting. Carefully read and
follow these instructions for safe use. Always follow the specific instructions in this
manual and on the J900 each time you jump start using the J900.
All lead-acid batteries (car, truck and boat) produce hydrogen gas which may violently
explode in the presence of fire or sparks. Do not smoke, use matches or a cigarette
lighter while near batteries. Do not handle the battery while wearing vinyl clothing
because static electricity sparks are generated when vinyl clothing is rubbed. Review all
cautionary material on the J900 and in the engine compartment.

Always wear eye protection, appropriate protective clothing and other safety equipment
when working near lead-acid batteries. Do not touch eyes while working on or around
lead-acid batteries.

Always store clamps in their holsters, away from each other or common conductors.
Improper storage of clamps may cause the clamps to come in contact with each other,
or a common conductor, causing the battery to short circuit and generate high enough
heat to ignite most materials.

Use extreme care while working within the engine compartment, because moving parts
may cause severe injury. Read and follow all safety instructions published in the vehicle's
Owner's Manual.

While the battery in the J900 is a sealed unit with no free liquid acid, batteries being jump
started with the J900 unit likely contain liquid acids which are hazardous if spilled.

Failure to follow instructions may
cause damage or explosion,
always shield eyes. Read entire

instruction manual before use.

WARNING

Warning: This product contains chemicals,
including lead, known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects
and other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.

Model No. PP15

15000 mAh POWER PAC

and 12 Volt Jump Starter

We have taken numerous measures in quality control and in our manufacturing
processes to ensure that your product arrives in top condition, and that it will perform
to your satisfaction. In the rare event that your product contains a damaged or missing
item, does not perform as specified, or requires warranty service, please call Technical
Service at [phone]. Save your purchase receipt, it is required for warranty

service.

This unit has a sealed lithium-based battery that should be kept at full charge.
Recharge when first received, immediately after each use, and every three months
if not used. Failure to perform maintenance charges may cause the battery life to be
reduced.

SAFETY SUMMARY

WARNING

Read these instructions completely before using the CHARGE IT! and save them for
future reference. Before using the CHARGE IT! to jump start a car, truck, boat or to
power any equipment, read these instructions and the instruction manual/safety
information provided by the car, truck, boat or equipment manufacturer. Following all
manufacturers’ instructions and safety procedures will reduce the risk of accident.

Working around lead-acid batteries may be dangerous. Lead-acid batteries release
explosive gases during normal operation, charging and jump starting. Carefully read and
follow these instructions for safe use. Always follow the specific instructions in this
manual and on the CHARGE IT! each time you jump start using the CHARGE IT!.
All lead-acid batteries (car, truck and boat) produce hydrogen gas which may violently
explode in the presence of fire or sparks. Do not smoke, use matches or a cigarette
lighter while near batteries. Do not handle the battery while wearing vinyl clothing
because static electricity sparks are generated when vinyl clothing is rubbed. Review all
cautionary material on the CHARGE IT! and in the engine compartment.

Always wear eye protection, appropriate protective clothing and other safety equipment
when working near lead-acid batteries. Do not touch eyes while working on or around
lead-acid batteries.

When not using the unit to jump start, remove and properly store output cables. Leaving
clamps connected and improperly storing the unit may cause the clamps to come into
contact with each other or a common conductor, causing the battery to short and
generating high enough heat to ignite most materials.

Use extreme care while working within the engine compartment, because moving parts
may cause severe injury. Read and follow all safety instructions published in the vehicle's
Owner's Manual.

While the battery in the CHARGE IT! is a sealed unit with no free liquid acid, batteries
being jump started with the CHARGE IT! unit likely contain liquid acids which are
hazardous if spilled.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS

Someone should always be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your
aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.

Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing
or eyes. Protective eyewear should always be worn when working near
lead-acid batteries.

If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid
enters eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and
get medical attention immediately.

Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto a battery. It might spark
or short circuit the battery or another electrical part that may cause explosion.

Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when
working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit current
high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.

Use the CHARGE IT! for jump starting lead-acid batteries only. Do not use for charging
dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries may
burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.

NEVER charge or jump start a frozen battery.
To prevent arcing, NEVER allow clamps to touch together or to contact the same piece

of metal.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may result in a
risk of damage to the unit or injury to personnel.

When using the wall charger or power extension cord, pull on the plug and never on
the wire when disconnecting.

Do not recharge the CHARGE IT! with a damaged wall charger or power extension
cord. Replace them immediately.

The CHARGE IT! may be used under any weather condition – rain, snow, hot or cold
temperatures.

Do not submerge in water.

Do not operate with flammables such as gasoline, etc.

If the CHARGE IT! receives a sharp blow or is otherwise damaged in any way, have
it checked by a qualified service person. If the CHARGE IT! is leaking battery acid, do
not ship it. Take it to the closest battery recycler in your area.

Do not disassemble the CHARGE IT! Have it checked by a qualified service person.

The CHARGE IT! should never be left in a completely discharged state for any period
of time. Damage to the battery could be permanent, with poor performance as a result.
When not in use recharge every three (3) months.

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

PP15 POWER PAC Operating and Safety Features

The PP15 is an ideal power supply for powering and/or recharging small electronics
connected through its USB power port. With 15000 mAh of power, it can recharge
multiple devices on a single charge.

The PP15 can also supply power to PC laptops through its 19V output port, and
includes multiple adapters to interface with a variety of PC models.

The PP15 can also supply 12VDC power to power a variety of accessories and
devices.

The PP15 can serve as a vehicle jump starter when the included output cables and
clamps are connected through the 12V cable port. It is primarily designed to jump start
4 and 6 cylinder passenger vehicles, as well as powersport vehicles of all shapes and
sizes.

The PP15 incorporates a LED flashlight with multiple light patterns for use at night or in
an emergency.

The PP15 features a power status button and LEDs to indicate the unit’s state of

charge.

The PP15 features a variety of safety features, including reverse polarity protection,
backfeed protection, short circuit protection, over voltage protection and under voltage
protection.

USB Output
5V 2A

Input
14V 1A

Emergency

Flashlight

Output
12V 10A

Output
19V 3.5A

12 Volt
Jump Starting
Output

Status / Power Button

Override Button

Green LED

Red LED

UNIT STATUS AND RECHARGING PROCEDURES

Note: Upon initial purchase, your PP15 should be charged for a minimum of 6 hours.

Unit Status Indication

Press the triangular Status/Power Button on the front of the unit to see the unit’s state
of charge. The unit’s state of charge status is indicated by three blue LEDs around the

Status Button, as follows:

1 Flashing Blue LED Recharge Immediately
1 Solid Blue LED 30% State of Charge
2 Solid Blue LEDs 60% State of Charge
3 Solid Blue LEDs 100% State of Charge

It is recommended that the unit be at or near 100% state of charge when using as a
jump starter. This will greatly improve the odds of success.

Recharging Your PP15

There are two ways to charge your PP15, via the included AC adapter or the included
DC adapter.

Charging via the included AC adapter.

1. Connect the pin jack at the end of the AC adapter cord to the PP15 through the
input port marked “14V, 1A.”

2. Connect the male end of the AC adapter to the AC outlet.

3. Using this method, the unit will be brought to full charge automatically without
overcharging.

Charging via the included DC adapter.

1. Connect the pin jack at the end of the DC adapter cord to the PP15 through the
input port marked “14V, 1A.”

2. Connect the male end of the DC adapter to a vehicle power port.

3. Using this method, the unit will be brought to full charge automatically without
overcharging.

Note: The Blue Status LEDs will flash cumulatively to indicate charging progress, with
a single flashing LED indicating a significant amount of charging time is needed and
two solid and a single flashing LED indicate charging is almost complete.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Used as a USB Power Supply

Your PP15 can be used to power or recharge a wide variety of small electronic devices.

1. Connect your device’s charging cable to the device.

2. Connect the USB end of the charging cable into the PP15 USB port.

3. Press the Status/Power Button on the front of the unit to activate USB charging.

Used as a 12VDC Power Supply

Your PP15 can be used to power a variety of 12VDC accessories using a 12V Adapter.

1. Connect the pin jack at the end of the 12V adapter cord to the PP15 output port
marked “12V, 10A.”

2. Connect the male end of the 12V adapter to the devices to be powered/charged.

3. Press the Status/Power Button on the front of the unit to activate USB charging.

Used as a Flashlight

To turn on the LED Flashlight, press and hold the Status/Power Button for three seconds.
Each successive push of the button will change the light pattern from solid to strobe to
SOS to off.

Used as a 12 Volt Jump Starter

Note: For optimum performance, do not store your PP15 below 50°F when using as a
jump starter. Never charge or jump start a frozen battery.

Note: When using as a jump starter, make sure that the unit is charged such that at
least 2 Blue LEDs light when the Status/Power Button is depressed. Your CarStart is an
essential tool for all who replace automobile batteries.

1. Use in a well ventilated area.

2. Shield eyes. Always wear protective eyewear when working near batteries.

3. Review this instruction manual and the instruction/safety manual provided by the
manufacturer of the vehicle being jump started.

4. Connect output cables/clamps to the PP15 through the covered port showing a car
and marked “Cable Input.” Be sure that the cable connection is fully engaged and
secure.

5. Turn ignition off before making cable connections.

6. Clamp the positive (red +) clamp to the positive terminal on the vehicle battery (for
negative ground system), or an alternate vehicle starting point as recommended
by vehicle manufacturer.

7. Clamp the negative (black –) clamp to the vehicle frame (ground).

Note: Make sure the cables are not in the path of moving engine parts (belts,

fans, etc.).

8. Once connected, the Green Status LED should light, indicating a proper battery
connection is made.

8a. If the Red Warning LED lights and a Warning Buzzer sounds, this indicates a

reverse connection. Disconnect from vehicle immediately and properly connect
to vehicle.

8b. If a proper connection has been made, but no LEDs are lit, the vehicle’s

battery may be too low for the PP15 to sense its polarity. If you check that all
connections are correct (including unit cable connection), you can circumvent
this protection by depressing the round Override Button on the front of the unit
The Green Status LED should now light.

9. Stay clear of batteries while jump starting.

10. Start the vehicle (turn on the vehicle ignition).

Note: If the vehicle doesn’t start within 6 seconds, let the CHARGE IT! cool for

3 minutes before attempting to start the vehicle again or you may damage the
CarStart.

Note: During very cold conditions, the unit may not start on the first attempt. We

suggest attempting to start a second or third time, as the starting attempt will
warm the internal battery and improve your starting chances. Do not attempt to
jump start after four attempts – either the unit does not have sufficient power
to start the vehicle or there is a more extensive problem with the vehicle than
simply a depleted battery.

11. When the vehicle is started, disconnect the negative (–) battery clamp from the
vehicle frame.

12. Disconnect the positive (+) clamp.

13. Disconnect output cables/clamps and properly store them for the next use.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem: I charged the unit when the blue status LEDs indicated it was low, but

after several hours, there is no change in status.

Answer: Suspect a faulty charger. Try using the other supplied charger to

determine if the unit charges properly with it. If so, this would confirm the
first charger is no longer working.

Problem: I have tried both the AC and the DC charging methods and there appears

to be no change in charge status on the unit.

Answer: Suspect a battery problem.

Problem: While charging, all Blue Status LEDs light solid to indicate full charge has

been reached. But, when the unit is remove from the charger and Status
Button pressed, no blue LEDs light.

Answer: Suspect a battery problem.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Question: How many jump starts can a fully charged PP15 provide before needing

to be recharged?

Answer: 1 to 12. Factors impacting this are temperature, general condition of the

vehicle being jump started, engine type and size.

Question: Can the battery in the PP15 be replaced?

Answer: No, the battery connections inside the PP15 make it impossible to replace

the battery.

Question: What is the ideal in-use temperature for the PP15?

Answer: Room temperature. The PP15 will also operate at low and high

temperatures, however its capacity will be reduced. For instance, high
heat will increase self-discharge of the PP15 battery.

Question: I have a regular 10 amp battery charger, can I use it to recharge the

PP15?

Answer: No, only the supplied AC and DC adapters should be used.

Question: Is the PP15 goof proof?

Answer: No, jump starting instructions must be followed. Read and understand

all safety and operating instructions in this manual and those found in

the owner’s manual of any vehicle being jump started before using your

PP15.

Question: How long should I charge the PP15?

Answer: It should be charged for a minimum of 6 hours when new. When

recharging, the PP15 should be charged until full charge is indicated.

Question: How often should I charge the PP15?

Answer: It should be charged whenever the Blue Status LEDs indicate the unit is

low. Otherwise, it should be charged every 90 days.

DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS

Contains Lithium-based battery.
Must be recycled/disposed of properly.

The battery inside your PP15 is a lithium-based battery and should be
recycled or disposed of properly, as you would any electronic device
containing an advanced technology battery. It is your responsibility to
recycle or dispose of your PP15 in accordance with your specific local,
regional and national requirements.

WARRANTY

Clore Automotive warrants this product to be free from defects in material or
workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original end user purchase.

This warranty extends to each person who acquires lawful ownership within one year
of the original retail purchase, but is void if the product has been abused, altered,
misused or improperly packaged and damaged when returned for repair.

This warranty applies to the product only and does not apply to any accessory items
included with the product which are subject to wear from usage; the replacement or
repair of these items shall be at the expense of the owner.

THE TERMS OF THE CLORE AUTOMOTIVE LIMITED WARRANTY CONSTITUTE

THE BUYER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF

MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED

IN DURATION TO THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY. AFTER 1 YEAR FROM DATE OF

PURCHASE, ALL RISK OF LOSS FOR WHATEVER REASON SHALL BE PUT UPON
THE PURCHASER.

CLORE AUTOMOTIVE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL AND
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES: CLORE

AUTOMOTIVE’S LIABILITY, IF ANY, SHALL NEVER EXCEED THE PURCHASE

PRICE OF THIS MACHINE REGARDLESS OF WHETHER LIABILITY IS

PREDICATED UPON BREACH OF WARRANTY (EXPRESS OR IMPLIED),

NEGLIGENCE, STRICT TORT OR ANY OTHER THEORY.

Some states do not permit the limitation of warranties or limitation of consequential or
incidental damages, so the above disclaimer and limitation may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.

Instructions for obtaining service under this warranty:

If this product fails within the warranty period due to a defect in material or
workmanship, return it to your place of purchase for an exchange.

Registering Your Purchase

For best service and to receive periodic product updates, please visit
www.cloreregistration.com, click on the CHARGE IT! logo, complete the

information in the web form and click “submit.” It’s that easy!

For answers to questions concerning use, out-of-warranty service, or warranty/service
information on this or other Clore Automotive products, contact:

Clore Automotive Technical Service

800.328.2921

913.310.1050
www.cloreautomotive.com