DeWalt DXAEPS2, DXAEJ14 Instruction Manual
DXAEPS2
Power Station
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
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Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal
word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS
DEWALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT: 1-888-394-3392.
WARNING: Read all instructions before operating product.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Power Station
The DXAEPS2 Power Station is a DeWALT power station that features
a jump starter, digital compressor, dual 120V AC power outlets, two
3.1A USB ports and an LED area light.
WARNING: This unit or its power cord contains lead, a chemical
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defect or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Important Safety
Instructions
1. Keep these instructions.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Follow all instructions.
4. Avoid dangerous environments. Don’t use this unit in damp or wet
locations; or in the rain or snow.
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. Keep children away from the work area. Keep this unit away from
children. This is not a toy!
7. Store indoors. When not in use, this unit should be stored indoors
in a dry and high or locked-up place – out of the reach of children.
8. Stay alert. Use common sense. Do not operate this equipment
when you are tired or impaired.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended for
use with this appliance could be hazardous.
10. Use only on a flat, level surface. If a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
11. To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect
the unit from any power source before
attempting maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls without
disconnecting will not reduce this risk.
12. Check for damaged parts. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by manufacturer unless otherwise
indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual before further use.
Servicing is required when the unit has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit, the unit has been
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exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped. Contact the manufacturer at 1-888-394-3392 for
more information.
13. Unit shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects
filled with liquids, shall be placed on the unit.
14. Do not operate this unit near flammable liquids or in gaseous or
explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools normally spark,
and the sparks might ignite fumes.
15. This unit employs parts (switches, relays, etc.) that produce arcs
or sparks. Therefore, if used in a garage or enclosed area, the
unit MUST be placed not less than 18 inches above the floor.
This Class B digital unit complies with CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B).
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
NOTICE: Per FCC Part 15, changes or modifications to this equipment
not expressly approved by DEWALT could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Specific Safety Instructions for Charging
this Unit
•Don’t abuse the cord. Protect the extension cord from being walked
on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where it connects to the unit. Never carry the unit by the cord
or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Pull by the plug rather than
the cord when disconnecting from the unit.
•Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should be
provided on the circuits or outlets to be used. Receptacles are
available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
•IMPORTANT: This unit is delivered in a partially charged state. Fully
charge unit with a household extension cord for a full 40 hours or until
the battery status icon shows 4 solid bars before using for the first
time. You cannot overcharge the unit using the AC charging method.
•To recharge this unit, use only the built-in AC charger with an AC
extension cord (not included) or the supplied DC charger.
•All functions should be turned off when the unit is charging or not
in use. Make sure all functions are turned off before connection to a
power source or load.
Extension Cords
WARNING: Use of an improper extension cord could result in a
risk of fire and electric shock, and will void warranty. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord,
be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in loss of power and overheating. The following table shows the correct
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size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
MINIMUM GAGE FOR CORD SETS
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
(0-7.6m) (7.6-15.2m) (15.2-30.4m) (30.4-45.7m)
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300
(0-15.2m) (15.2-30.4m) (30.4-60.9m) (60.9-91.4m)
Ampere Rating Extension Cord Length
More Not more
0’-25’ 26’-50’ 51 ’-100 ’ 101’ -150 ’
Than Than American Wire Gage (AWG)
0 - 6 18 16 16 14
6 - 10 18 16 14 12
10 - 12 16 16 14 12
12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended
When an extension cord is used, make sure that:
•the pins of extension cord are the same number, size and shape as
those in the charger,
•the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition,
and
•the wire size is large enough for the AC rating of the charger.
WARNING: NEVER ATTEMPT TO USE THE AC AND DC
CHARGING METHODS AT THE SAME TIME.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of injury or property damage: Pull
the extension cord by the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting
from the built-in 120 volt AC charger or the AC outlet.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of injury or property damage when
charging using the 12 volt DC method:
•Recharge using this method only when necessary. Frequent use of
the the 12 volt DC charging method may shorten battery life.
•Do not exceed 6 hours charging time using this method.
Specific Safety Instructions for
Jump Starters
WARNING – Burst hazard: Do not use the unit for charging dry-cell
batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These
batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage property.
Use the unit for charging/boosting a lead-acid battery only. It is not
intended to supply power to a low-voltage electrical system other than
in a starter-motor application.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, never immerse this
unit in water or any other liquid, or use when wet.
WARNING – Risk of explosive gases:
•Working in the vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous. Batteries
generate explosive gases during normal battery operation. For this
reason, it is of the utmost importance that each time before using
the jump-starter you read this manual and follow instructions exactly.
•To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and
those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of
any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review
cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire:
•Do not operate near flammable materials, fumes, dust or gases.
•Do not expose to extreme heat or flames.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of injury or property damage:
•NEVER ATTEMPT TO JUMP-START OR CHARGE A FROZEN
BATTERY.
•Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be damaged
if vehicle battery is jump-started. Before jump-starting, read the
vehicle’s owner’s manual to confirm that external-starting assistance
is suitable.
•When working with lead acid batteries, always make sure immediate
assistance is available in case of accident or emergency.
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•Always have protective eyewear when using this product: contact with
battery acid may cause blindness and/or severe burns. Be aware of
first aid procedures in case of accidental contact with battery acid.
•Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid
contacts skin.
•Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of vehicle battery,
engine or power station.
•Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can
cause injury to persons.
•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 similar metal object, to skin, causing a severe burn.
•Do not wear vinyl clothing when jump-starting a vehicle. Friction can
cause dangerous static-electrical sparks.
•Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in
moving parts. Rubber gloves and substantial, non-skid footwear are
recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.
•Be extra careful to avoid dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It
might spark or short-circuit the battery or another electrical part and
could cause an explosion.
•Jump-start procedures should only be performed in a safe, dry,
well-ventilated area.
•Always store battery clamps when not in use. Never touch battery
clamps together. This can cause dangerous sparks, power arcing
and/or explosion.
•When using this unit close 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 vehicle parts.
•Never allow red and black clamps to touch each other or another
common metal conductor — this could cause damage to the unit
and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard.
•Make sure to connect the clamps with correct polarity. Damage
caused by improper connection is not covered by the Warranty.
•Do not expose battery to fire or intense heat since it may explode.
Before disposing of the battery, protect exposed terminals with
heavy-duty electrical tape to prevent shorting (shorting can result
in injury or fire).
•Place this unit as far away from the battery as cables permit.
•Never allow battery acid to come in contact with this unit.
•Do not operate this unit in a closed area or restrict ventilation in any
way.
•This system is designed to be used only on vehicles with a 12 volt DC
battery system. Do not connect to a 6 volt or 24 volt battery system.
•This system 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.
•Excessive engine cranking can damage a vehicle’s starter motor. If
the engine fails to start after the recommended number of attempts,
discontinue jump-start procedures and look for other problems that
may need to be corrected.
•Do not use this jump starter on a watercraft. It is not qualified for
marine applications.
•Although this unit contains a non-spillable battery, it is recommended
that unit be kept upright during storage, use and recharging. To avoid
possible damage that may shorten the unit’s working life, protect it
from direct sunlight, direct heat and/or moisture.
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Specific Safety Instructions for
Compressors
WARNING – Burst hazzard: Bursting articles can cause serious
injury.
•Carefully follow instructions on articles to be inflated.
•Never exceed the recommended pressure listed in instructions
on articles to be inflated. If no pressure is given, contact article
manufacturer before inflating.
•Always monitor the pressure on the LCD screen.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of property damage:
•Never leave the compressor unattended while in use.
•Do not operate compressor continuously for longer than 10 minutes.
This could damage the compressor. Follow the instructions in the
“Portable Compressor” section.
Specific Safety Instructions for
Inverters
WARNING – To reduce the risk of electric shock:
•Do not connect to AC distribution wiring.
•Do not make any electrical connections or disconnections in areas
designated as IGNITION PROTECTED. This inverter is NOT approved
for ignition protected areas.
•Never immerse the unit in water or any other liquid, or use when wet.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire:
•Do not operate near flammable materials, fumes, dust or gases.
•Do not expose to extreme heat or flames.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of injury or property damage:
•Do not insert foreign objects into the inverter outlets.
•Do not attach AC outlet taps or multi-outlet extension cords, or attach
more than one electrical appliance to each inverter outlet.
•Disconnect any appliance plugs from the inverter outlets before
attempting any repairs to the appliance.
•Observe all Safety Instructions in the “Specific Safety Instructions
for Power Cords” section of this Instruction Manual when using the
inverter outlets. When an appliance plugged into this unit is used
outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and
so marked.
•Do not attempt to connect the inverter while operating your vehicle.
Not paying attention to the road may result in a serious accident.
•Always use the inverter where there is adequate ventilation.
•Always turn the inverter off when not in use.
•Keep in mind that this inverter will not operate high wattage appliances
or equipment that produce heat, such as hair dryers, microwave
ovens and toasters.
•Do not use this inverter with medical devices. It is not tested for
medical applications.
•Operate this inverter only as described in this Instruction Manual.
CAUTION – Rechargeable devices
•Certain rechargeable devices are designed to be charged by plugging
them directly into an AC receptacle. These devices may damage the
inverter or the charging circuit.
• When using a rechargeable device, monitor its temperature for the
initial ten minutes of use to determine if it produces excessive heat.
• If excessive heat is produced, this indicates the device should not
be used with this inverter.
•This problem does not occur with most of the battery-operated
equipment. Most of these devices use a separate charger or
transformer that is plugged into an AC receptacle.
•The inverter is capable of running most chargers and transformers.
IMPORTANT: Some laptop computers may not operate with this
inverter.
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Specific Safety Instructions for USB Ports
•Do not insert foreign objects into the USB Ports.
•Do not attach USB hubs or more than one personal electronic device
to each USB Port.
•Do not use this unit to operate appliances that require more than 3.1
amps in total to operate from the USB Ports.
First Aid
•Skin: If battery acid comes in contact with skin, rinse immediately
with water, then wash thoroughly with soap and water. If redness,
pain, or irritation occurs, seek immediate medical attention.
•Eyes: If battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes
immediately, for a minimum of 15 minutes and seek immediate
medical attention.
•LCD Liquid Crystal Display: If liquid crystal comes in contact with
your skin: Wash area off completely with plenty of water. Remove
contaminated clothing. If liquid crystal gets into your eye: Flush the
affected eye with clean water and then seek medical attention. If liquid
crystal is swallowed: Flush your mouth thoroughly with water. Drink
large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Then seek medical
attention.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE
Control Panel (Fig. 1)
A. Backlit LCD Screen
B. Compressor Power Button
C. Decrease Compressor
Pressure Control Button (
)
D. Increase Compressor
Pressure Control Button (
)
E. Area Light Power Button
F. USB Power Button
G. Alternator Check Button
H. AC Power Button
I. Jump Starter Power Switch
C
D
A
B
E F
HG
I
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Components (Fig. 2)
A. Positive (+) Red Clamp with
Clamp Connector
B. Negative (–) Black Clamp
with Clamp Connector
C. Handle
D. Control Panel (see Fig. 1)
E. Clamp Storage Pouch
F. Air Hose and SureFit
®
Nozzle in Storage Pouch
G. USB Power/Fault Indicators
H. USB Ports
I. Dual 120 Volt AC Outlets
J. Clamps (A and B) shown
with Clamp Connector (P)
C
D
E
A
B
F
H
G
I
J
K. 12V DC Charging Port
(under protective cover)
L. Built-in 120 Volt AC Charger
(under protective cover)
M. LED Area Light (two banks
of three LEDs)
N. 12 Volt DC Charging
Adapter
O. Clamp Connection Slot
P. Clamp Connector (for
connecting the battery
clamps to the Clamp
Connection Slot)
M M
O
P
N
K
L
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LCD Display Detail (Fig. 3)
Battery Status
Icon
Digital Display (varies by
function)
Alarm Icon
Reverse Polarity Icons
Clamp Icons
Voltage/Wattage
Indicator
Compressor
Pressure Indicator
USB Icon
Compressor Icon
Jump Starter Icon
Alternator Icon
Alternator Good/
Fault Indicators
Fault Icon
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Overview
COMMON ACTIONS AND UNIT RESPONSES
The following actions turn the unit on and activate the LCD screen:
Press the LED Area Light
Power Button. (Refer to the
"LED Area Light" section.)
A beep will sound and the Area
Light will turn on. The backlight
will turn on for 10 seconds (only).
The LCD screen will continue
to display the Battery Status
Icon and Battery Voltage Indicator.
The unit remains on until the LED
Area Light Power Button is pressed
again to turn it off.
Press the Alternator
Check Button. (Refer to the
"Alternator Check" section.)
A beep will sound and the backlit
LCD screen will display the Battery
Status Icon, and the Alternator
Icon will flash. The unit remains on
until the Alternator Check Button is
pressed again to turn it off.
Press the AC Power Button.
(Refer to the “120V AC Power
Outlets” section.)
A beep will sound and the backlit
LCD screen will display the Battery
Status Icon, Battery Wattage
Indicator, and the Digital Display
shows “0,” indicating the dual AC
outlets are ready to use. The unit
remains on until the AC Power
Button is pressed again to turn
it off.
Press the USB Power
Button. (Refer to the "USB
Ports" section.)
A beep will sound and the backlit
LCD screen will display the Battery
Status Icon, Battery Voltage
Indicator, and the USB Icon; and
the USB Power/Fault Indicators
will light solid blue indicating the
two USB Ports are active. The
unit remains on until the USB
Power Button is pressed again to
turn it off.
Press the Compressor
Power Button. (Refer to
the "Portable Compressor"
section.)
A beep will sound and the backlit
LCD screen will display the Battery
Status Icon, "XXX" PSI and the
Compressor Icon. If no further
actions are taken after 1 minute,
the unit will display the Battery
Status Icon and Battery Voltage
Indicator for 10 seconds before
automatically turning off.
Whenever the clamps are
properly connected to a
battery (refer to the "Jump
Starter" section) …
… a beep will sound and the
backlit LCD screen will display
the Battery Status Icon, Battery
Voltage Indicator, the Clamp Icons,
and the “+” and ”–” signs, as
well as the flashing Jump Starter
Icon. The unit remains on until the
clamps are disconnected from the
battery.
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If the Jump Starter Power
Switch is rotated to the on
position and the clamps
are not connected to a
battery (refer to the "Jump
Starter" section) …
... a two-second warning will
sound every 10 seconds. The
backlit LCD screen will display
the Battery Status Icon, Battery
Voltage Indicator, the Clamp Icons,
and the “+” and ”–” signs. The
Alarm Icon and the Jump Starter
Icon will flash. The unit remains
on until the Jump Starter Power
Switch is switched off and then
displays the battery status icon
and the voltage of digital display
for 10 seconds before automatic
shut down.
If the clamp connections
to the battery’s positive
and negative terminals are
reversed (refer to the "Jump
Starter" section) …
… the backlit LCD screen will
display the Battery Status Icon,
Battery Voltage Indicator, and the
Clamp Icons. The Alarm Icon, the
“+” and ”–” signs and the Reverse
Polarity Icons will flash and the unit
will sound a warning continuously
until the clamps are disconnected
from the battery.
When the unit is charging
or recharging using
the built-in 120 Volt AC
Charger or the 12V DC
Charging Adapter (refer to
the "Charging/Recharging"
section) …
… a beep will sound and the
backlight will turn on for 10
seconds (only). The LCD screen
will continue to display the Battery
Status Icon and Battery Voltage
Indicator. The bars on the Battery
Status Icon will change from empty
to solid (bottom to top) repeatedly.
NOTE: The unit will automatically power off once ALL the functions
and the charging process are turned off.
Viewing Battery Status
The Battery Status Icon and Battery Voltage Indicator indicate the
battery charge level as follows.
•If the battery charge level is at full capacity, four solid bars will display.
•If the battery is partially charged, two or three solid bars will display.
•If the battery is nearly empty, one solid bar will display. The unit should
be charged at this time.
•If the battery is completely empty, four blank bars will display. The
unit MUST be charged at this time or the unit’s built-in low voltage
protection will activate. The empty Battery Status Icon will flash for
a short period of time before automatic shut down. The unit will not
operate until the battery is recharged.
Charging/Recharging
Lead-acid batteries require routine maintenance to ensure a full charge
and long battery life. All batteries lose energy from self-discharge over
time and more rapidly at higher temperatures. Therefore, batteries need
periodic charging to replace energy lost through self-discharge. When
the unit is not in frequent use, manufacturer recommends the battery
should be recharged at least every 30 days and after each use.
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Important Charging Notes
1. This unit is delivered in a partially charged state – you must fully
charge it before using it for the first time. Initial AC charge should
be for 40 hours or until the Battery Status Icon shows 4 solid bars.
2. Recharging the battery after each use will prolong battery life;
frequent heavy discharges between recharges and/or overcharging
will reduce battery life.
3. The battery can be recharged using the built-in 120 Volt AC Charger
or the 12 Volt DC Adapter.
4. Make sure all other unit functions are turned off during recharging,
as this can slow the recharging process.
CAUTION – Risk of property damage: Failure to keep the battery
charged will cause permanent damage and result in poor jump starting
performance.
IMPORTANT: If you know the unit is discharged, but the battery icon
displays four solid bars as if the unit is fully charged when connected to
a charging power source, this may be due to the internal battery having
high impedance. The manufacturer suggests leaving the unit charging
for a period of 40 hours using the built-in AC charger before use.
Charging/Recharging Using the
Built-In 120 Volt AC Charger and
AC Extension Cord (not supplied)
1. Lift the protective cover of the built-in 120 Volt AC Charger
located on the back of the unit (refer to Fig. 2 to locate). Connect
an extension cord to the unit. Plug the other end of the cord into
a standard 120-volt AC wall outlet. When the unit is properly
connected to an AC power source, the LCD screen will display
the following:
The bars on the Battery Status Icon represent the charge level of
the unit’s internal battery. The bars on the Battery Status Icon will
change from empty to solid (bottom to top) repeatedly to indicate
the unit is charging. The backlight will turn on for 10 seconds (only).
2. Charge for approximately 40 hours or until the Battery Status Icon
shows 4 solid bars.
3. When charging is complete, unplug the AC extension cord from
the AC outlet and then disconnect it from the unit.
Charging the Unit Using the 12V DC
Charging Adapter
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of property damage:
•NEVER connect this unit to a positive grounded vehicle using the 12
Volt DC Charging Adapter.
•The 12 Volt DC Charging Adapter must only be connected to batteries
with a nominal output voltage of 12 volts. The unit will not operate
from a 6 volt battery and will sustain permanent damage if connected
to a 24 volt battery.
PROCEDURE
1. Lift the protective cover of the Built-in 120 Volt AC Charger located
on the back of the unit (refer to Fig. 2 to locate). Make sure the AC
extension cord is disconnected from the 120 Volt AC Charger.
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2. Insert the barrel tip of the 12V DC Charging Adapter into the 12V
DC Charging Port on the back of the unit.
3. Insert the grooved tip of the 12V DC Charging Adapter into the
vehicle’s 12V DC accessory outlet or other functioning 12V DC
power source. When the unit is properly connected to an DC power
source, the LCD Screen will display the following:
The bars on the Battery Icon represent the charge level of the
unit’s internal battery. The bars on the Battery Icon will change from
empty to solid (from bottom to top) repeatedly to indicate that the
unit is charging. The backlight will turn on for 10 seconds (only).
4. Charge until the Battery Status Icon shows 4 solid bars.
5. Disconnect the DC Charging Adapter from the unit and the 12V
DC power source when not in use.
Notes Concerning the DC Charging Method:
A, IMPORTANT: The DC recharging method will NOT recharge the
unit as effectively as recharging from 120 volt AC. Manufacturer
suggests that you only use the 12 Volt DC Charging Adapter
if the unit needs to be charged immediately and no 120 volt
power source is available.
B. When using a vehicle’s 12V DC accessory outlet as a power
source, be aware that some vehicles require the ignition be
turned on to power the accessory outlet.
C. The bars on the Battery Icon will continue changing from empty
to solid (bottom to top) repeatedly, but may not show 4 solid
bars when using the 12 volt DC charging method.
Jump-Starter
This unit is equipped with a jump starter power switch that allows energy
to flow only when proper connections are made to battery and frame.
A. For negative-grounded systems, connect the positive (red) clamp
to the positive ungrounded battery post and the negative (black)
clamp to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the
battery. Do not connect the clamp to the carburetor, fuel lines or
sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gage metal part of
the frame or engine block.
B. For positive-grounded systems, connect the negative (black)
clamp to the negative ungrounded battery post and the positive
(red) clamp to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the
battery. Do not connect the clamp to the carburetor, fuel lines or
sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gage metal part of
the frame or engine block.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the Compressor Power Button has been
turned off before attempting to use the unit as a Jump Starter.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of serious injury or property
damage:
•Follow all safety instructions found in the “Specific Safety Instructions
for Jump Starters” section of this instruction manual.
•Never touch red and black clamps together. This can cause
dangerous sparks, power arcing, and/or explosion.
•If the clamps are connected incorrectly with regard to polarity, the unit
will sound a continuous alarm until the clamps are disconnected. The
backlit LCD Screen will display the Battery Status Icon, the Battery
Voltage Indicator and the Clamp Icons. The “+” and”–” signs above
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the Clamp Icons, the Arrow Icons and the Alarm Icon will flash. The
backlit LCD screen will display the following:
CAUTION: The unit will suffer permanent damage if the Jump Starter
Power Switch is turned on while the clamps connected with reverse
polarity. Disconnect the clamps and reconnect to battery with correct
polarity.
•If the Jump Starter Power Switch is turned on and the unit detects
that the clamps are not connected to a battery, a two-second warning
will sound every 10 seconds. The LCD screen will display the Battery
Status Icon, the Battery Voltage Indicator, and the Clamp Icons with
the “+” and”–” signs. The Alarm Icon and the Jump Starter Icon will
flash. The backlit LCD screen will display the following:
•Turn off the Jump Starter Power Switch; connect the clamps to the
battery, making sure the clamps are connected with correct polarity;
then turn the Jump Starter Power Switch back on.
•Always disconnect the negative (black) jumper cable first, followed by
the positive (red) jumper cable, except for positive grounded systems.
ATTACHING THE CLAMPS TO THE UNIT
The clamps are located in the storage pouch on the left side of the
unit. There is a Clamp Connector at the end of the clamps. The Clamp
Connection Slot is located on the back of the unit. Refer to Fig. 2 to
locate all parts.
1. Remove the Clamps from the storage pouch.
2. Attach the Clamp Connector to the Clamp Connection Slot.
3. When the unit is not in use, detach the Clamp Connector from the
Clamp Connection Slot. Store the clamps in the storage pouch.
PROCEDURE
Take the following steps, observing all cautions and warnings in the
“Important Safety Instructions” section at the front of this manual.
1. Turn off vehicle ignition and all accessories (radio, A/C, lights,
connected cell phone chargers, etc.). Place vehicle in “park” and
set the emergency brake.
2. Make sure the jump-starter power switch is in the off position.
3. Remove jumper clamps from clamp tabs. Connect the red clamp
first, then the black clamp.
4. Procedure for jump-starting a NEGATIVE GROUNDED
SYSTEM (negative battery terminal is connected to chassis)
(MOST COMMON)
4a. Connect positive (+) red clamp to vehicle battery’s positive
terminal.
4b. Connect negative (–) black clamp to chassis or a solid, non-
moving, metal vehicle component or body part. Never clamp
directly to negative battery terminal or moving part. Refer to
the automobile owner’s manual.
5. Procedure for jump-starting POSITIVE GROUND SYSTEMS
NOTE: In the rare event that the vehicle to be started has a
Positive Grounded System (positive battery terminal is connected
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to chassis), replace steps 4a and 4b above with steps 5a and 5b,
then proceed to step 6.
5a. Connect negative (–) black clamp to vehicle battery’s negative
terminal.
5b. Connect positive (+) red clamp to vehicle chassis or a solid,
non-moving, metal vehicle component or body part. Never
clamp directly to positive battery terminal or moving part. Refer
to the automobile owner’s manual.
6. When the clamps are connected properly, the backlit LCD screen
will display the following to indicate the unit is ready to jump-start:
The Battery Status icon, Battery Voltage Indicator, Clamp Icons
and the “+” and”–” signs light solid. The jump starter icon will flash
to indicate the clamps are properly connected.
7. Turn the Jump-Starter Power Switch on. When the Jump-Starter
Power Switch is turned on, the Engine Icon lights solid indicating
it is time to start the vehicle. Turn on the ignition and crank the
engine in 5-6 second bursts until engine starts. The backlit LCD
screen will display the following:
The Battery Status Icon, the Battery Voltage Indicator, Jump Starter
Icon, Clamp Icons and the “+” and”–” signs light solid to indicate
the unit is jump-starting.
8. Turn the Jump-Starter Power Switch off.
9. Disconnect the negative (–) engine or chassis clamp first, then
disconnect the positive (+) battery clamp.
IMPORTANT: Always turn the unit off when not in use. Recharge this
unit fully after each use.
CAUTION – To reduce the risk of property damage:
•Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be damaged
if vehicle battery is jump-started. Before jump-starting this type of
vehicle, read the vehicle manual to confirm that external-starting
assistance is advised.
•Excessive engine cranking can damage the vehicle‘s starter motor. If
the engine fails to start after the recommended number of attempts,
discontinue jump-start procedure and look for other problems that
need to be corrected.
•If vehicle fails to start, turn off the ignition, turn off the Jump-Starter
Power Switch, disconnect the jump-start system’s leads and contact
a qualified technician to investigate why the engine did not start.
Alternator Check
Set up the unit, connect the battery clamps and connect to the battery
following the directions in “Attaching the Clamps to the Unit” and steps
1 through 5 under “Procedure” in the “Jump-Starter” section.
Important Notes About the Alternator Check Function
1. The unit may detect that the alternator is out of typical voltage
range because someone has added a number of accessory loads
on the charging system, thereby increasing current demand from
the alternator. MAKE SURE THAT THE ALTERNATOR IS RATED
TO SUPPORT THE APPLICATION.
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2. This check may not be accurate for every make, manufacturer and
model of vehicle. Check only 12 volt systems.
PART 1
No Load (turn OFF all vehicle’s accessories): The vehicle battery
must be fully charged before testing the alternator. Run the engine
long enough to achieve normal idle speed and verify there is a no-load
voltage.
1. Press the Alternator Check Button to start the check. The backlit
LCD screen will display the following to indicate the unit is analyzing
the alternator:
The Battery Status Icon will light solid and the Alternator Icon will
flash.
2. If the unit detects that the alternator is good, the backlit LCD screen
will display the following:
The Battery Status Icon, Alternator Icon, and “ALT GOOD” will light
solid.
3. If the unit detects that the alternator is out of typical voltage range,
the backlit LCD screen will display the following:
The Battery Status Icon, Alternator Icon and “ALT” will light solid.
The Fault Icon will flash.
4. Press the Alternator Check Button again to stop the test and turn
off the unit.
PART 2
Under Load (accessories ON): Next, load the alternator by turning
on as many accessories as possible (except for A/C and Defrost).
1. Press the Alternator Check Button to start the check. The backlit
LCD screen will display the following to indicate the unit is analyzing
the alternator:
The Battery Status Icon will light solid and the Alternator Icon will
flash.
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