Charging Current = 0.18A
Booster Cables#4 Gauge, 17” Length
Includes: 12 Volt Cigarette Lighter Charger,
AC Adapter Receptacle, Built-in Light,
Booster Cable Storage, Charge/Battery Indicators
Note: Charging performance of this tool
(if charged by line voltage) may vary
depending on variations in local line
voltage. Extension cord usage may
also affect charging performance.
Save This Manual
You will need the manual for
the safety warnings and precautions,
assembly instructions, operating and
maintenance procedures, parts list and
diagram. Keep your invoice with this
manual. Write the invoice number on the
inside of the front cover. Keep the manual
and invoice in a safe and dry place for
future reference.
SAFETY WARNINGS AND
PRECAUTIONS
lighted. Do not use in the presence
of ammable gases or liquids.
Keep children away3. . Children must
never be allowed in the work area.
Do not let them handle this product.
Store idle equipment4. . When not
in use, tools must be stored in a dry
location to inhibit rust. Always lock
up tools and keep out of reach of
children.
Use the right tool for the job5. . Do
not attempt to force a small tool or
attachment to do the work of a larger
industrial tool. There are certain
applications for which this tool was
designed. It will do the job better and
more safely at the rate for which it
was intended. Do not modify this tool
and do not use this tool for a purpose
for which it was not intended.
Dress properly6. . Do not wear
loose clothing or jewelry as they
can be caught in moving parts.
Protective, electrically non-conductive
clothes and non-skid footwear are
recommended when working. Wear
restrictive hair covering to contain
long hair.
WARNING: When using tool, basic safety
precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of personal injury and
damage to equipment.
Maintain tools with care9. . Keep
tools clean for better and safer
performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
Inspect tool cords periodically and, if
damaged, have them repaired by an
authorized technician. The handles
must be kept clean, dry, and free from
oil and grease at all times.
clamps only. Keep it in the “Off”
position except when jumpstarting.
Lead-acid batteries vent hydrogen 17.
gas during normal operation and
charging. Hydrogen is highly
ammable and explosive. Charge
batteries only in a well-ventilated
area.
Do not allow the red and black 18.
clamps to come in contact with each
other or the same metal object.
When charging, 19. rst connect the red (+) clamp to the positive (+) battery
terminal.
Connect the 20. negative (-) clamp to
a non-moving metal engine part for
negative ground systems.
Only use the charger on 12 V 21.
systems on vehicles or boats.
Do not use as a replacement for a 22.
vehicle battery.
The warnings, cautions, and 23.
instructions discussed in this
instruction manual cannot cover all
possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood
by the operator that common sense
and caution are factors which cannot
be built into this product, but must be
supplied by the operator.
People with pacemakers should 24.
consult their physician(s) before
use. Electromagnetic elds in close
proximity to heart pacemaker could
cause pacemaker interference or
pacemaker failure.
Plug the Power Cord (5) into a wall 1.
outlet and plug the female end of
the Power Cord into the 120V male
Charging Plug of the 120V~ Charging
Port (see Figure 2, above).
Before rst use, fully charge the 2.
Jump-Start battery until the DC
Charging LED turns off.
After each jump start, fully 3.
recharge the battery until the DC
Charging LED turns off. It may
take up to 48 hours to fully charge
the Jump-Start battery. Check the
progress by pressing the Voltage Test
Switch. The level of battery power
will then display on the Test Meter.
Fully recharge Jump Start battery 4.
every 30 days to ensure long
battery life and reliability.
Figure 2
WARNING! The ON/Off switch (See
Figure 1) regulates power to the
clamps only. Keep it in the “Off”
position except when jumpstarting.
Note: The charger unit comes equipped
with an automatic shut off LED to
prevent overcharging. Leave the unit
plugged in to make sure it is charged
for emergencies.
FIGURE 1) regulates power to the
clamps only. Keep it in the “Off”
position except when jumpstarting.
Insert the 12 VDC Cigarette Lighter 1.
plug from the appliance into the 12
VDC Cigarette Lighter Receptacle on
the side of the unit.
Note: Table 2 gives approximate
operating times when beginning with
a fully charged system.
TABLE 2
12 VDC Power Source Usage Times
Estimated
Appliance
Power
(watts)
Fluorescent Light,
Cell Phone Charger
Radio, Fan,
Depth Finder
Video Recorder/
Player, Spotlight
Small Power Tool,
Bilge Pump
Electric Cooler483
Air Compressor,
Vacuum
Spotlight, DVD
Player, Sump Pump
Faxes/TV’s
Small Appliances
Computers/Printers2000.75
Medium Power Tool,
Blender
1001.5
1501
2500.5
Estimated
Use
(hours)
Note: The appliance will be plugged into
the power inverter (not included), and
the 12 VDC Cigarette Lighter plug
from the inverter will plug into the 12
VDC Cigarette Lighter Receptacle on
the side of the unit.
Attach the2. Red (+) Clamp (1) to the
red (+)positive battery terminal.
Attach the 3. Black (-) Clamp (2) to a
non-moving metal engine part on
negative ground systems, NOT to
the negative (-) battery terminal.
Turn the On/Off switch to “On”. 4.
Turn the ignition to “On”- Accessory 5.
(not start) and wait a couple of
minutes.
Attempt to start the engine for no 6.
more than 5-6 seconds.
If the vehicle does not start, wait at 7.
least three minutes until trying again.
Repeated attempts may ood the
engine or wear out the engine starter.
If unable to start, replace the battery.
WARNING! Do not let the black and
red clamps touch each other or a
common metal conductor.
When the engine is running, switch 8.
off the Jump-Start.
Disconnect the 9. Black (-) Clamp and
return it to its position on the JumpStart. Then, disconnect the Red (+)
Clamp and return it to its position on
the Jump-Start.
After each jump start, fully recharge 10.
the Jump-Start battery until the DC
Charging LED turns off.
Remove the eight screws around the 1.
back panel and lift off the cover plate.
Lift out the battery.
Note: Notice how the red and black
cables connect to the old battery and
make sure to keep them in place,
connecting them to the new battery.
Detach the recharging wires and 2.
jumper cables from the battery
terminals.
Position the replacement battery 3.
with the label facing out, and make
sure the red (+) recharging wire
and Booster Cable is attached to
the positive (+) battery terminal.
Connect both of the recharging wires
and Booster Cables.
Carefully slide the battery into the 4.
compartment without damaging the
circuit board.
Replace the back panel and the 5.
screws.
Emergency Light Bulb Replacement
Lead-Acid batteries must be recycled 3.
or disposed of properly. Do not short
terminals. Do not incinerate. Risk
of electric shock; use only in dry
location. Only use with battery packs
distributed by Harbor Freight Tools;
others may burst, causing personal
injury and/or property damage.
For additional information on battery
recycling call 1-800-822-8837.
Gently squeeze the light lens/bezel 1.
together and remove them.
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL
AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY
REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO
MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS
OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES
THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
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NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high
quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product
is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the
date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities,
criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance.
We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental,
contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY
IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us
with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the
complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection veries the defect, we
will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the
purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that
the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must
bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
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