Schumacher Electric Corporation
Model: IPD-1000
OWNER’S MANUAL
INSTANT POWER™ Jump Starter & DC Power Source
THIS PRODUCT HAS A SEALED LEAD-ACID BATTERY INSIDE THAT SHOULD BE KEPT AT FULL CHARGE FOR LONGER LIFE.
RECHARGE WHEN FIRST RECEIVED (EVEN IF GREEN CHARGED LED GLOWS), AFTER EACH USE AND EVERY 3 MONTHS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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important safety instructions
Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to
come to your aid when you are working near a lead-acid battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid
contacts skin, clothing, or eyes. If acid enters the eye area, rinse
with cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical help
immediately.
Do not smoke, or use matches or cigarette lighter, or allow any
spark or ame near the battery or engine.
Never operate the power source unit if it has damaged lead wire or
clamps. Have the lead wire replaced by a qualied technician.
Do not permit internal battery to freeze. Never charge a frozen
battery.
handling warning
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated
with accessories sold with this product, may expose you to lead,
a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
operating instructions
Warning: Failure to follow instructions may cause
damage or an explosion. Read entire instruction
manual before use.
1. Turn ignition off before making cable connections.
2. Keep clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys and other parts that
may cause injury.
3. Never allow clamps to touch together or to contact the same
piece of metal to prevent sparking.
4. Use in a well-ventilated area.
5. Clamp the red clamp (+) to the positive terminal of the battery.
(For a negative grounded system.)
6. Clamp the black clamp (-) to an unpainted and unmoving part
of the chassis or engine block.
7. You can now crank the engine. If the engine does not start
within 5 -8 seconds, stop and wait at least 1 minute before
attempting to start vehicle again.
8. After the engine starts, rst disconnect the black clamp and
then the red clamp in that order. Store the clamps on the ears
located on the back of the case.
9. Recharge the product as soon as possible after use.
led indicators
There are 4 LED internal battery status indicator lights. Press the
BATTERY STATUS button on the front of the IPD-1000 to determine
the internal battery power.
Note: Numbers 1–3 below indicate charge level when not connected
to AC power source or placed in docking station cradle.
1. The green CHARGED LED indicates the internal battery is
fully charged.
2. The yellow RECHARGE LED indicates a 50 to 75% charge.
The IPD-1000 may be used but should be recharged as soon
as possible.
3. The red RECHARGE LED indicates a 50% or less charge;
immediately recharge the IPD-1000.
4. The red CHARGING LED indicates the IPD-1000 is charging
(connected to AC power source or placed in docking station
cradle). At full charge, the green CHARGED LED will light.
charging of internal battery
After removing the IPD-1000 from the carton, charge it overnight
before using even if the green CHARGED LED glows.
1. To charge, plug wall charger adaptor into the CHARGING
ADAPTOR PORT on the front of the device or in the IPD-1000
docking station cradle.
2. Plug the wall charger into a 120V AC electrical wall outlet. The
red CHARGING LED will glow indicating there is power to the
docking station cradle or unit.
3. The CHARGED LED will glow green when the battery has
reached full charge. This could take up to 24 hours on some
charges due to age and condition of the battery. The charger
will automatically drop into a oat mode and maintain the
battery at full charge without damaging battery.
WARNING: Keep moisture, ammable materials and metal away
for the cradle/tray. The metal contacts are electrically live and may
spark when in use.
multi-purpose power supply
The IPD-1000 is a power source for all 12 volt DC accessories
equipped with a 12 volt accessory plug. Make sure the device to
be powered is OFF before inserting 12 volt accessory plug into 12
volt accessory outlet located on right side. The DC socket has a 15
amp automatic overload protection circuit breaker. The breaker will
automatically reset after an overload occurs.
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12 Volt dc power source chart
Appliance Type Estimated Wattage Estimated Time
Cell Phones 4 Watts 15 Hours
Fluorescent Lights 4 Watts 15 Hours
Radios, Fans 9 Watts 11 Hours
Depth Finders 9 Watts 11 Hours
Camcorders, VCRs,
Spot Lights 15 Watts 6 Hours
Electrical Tools,
Bilge Pumps 24 Watts 4 Hours
Electrical Coolers 48 Watts 1.5 Hours
Car Vacuum,
Air Compressors 80 Watts 45 Minutes
When the IPD-1000 is used with an inverter, it can operate
appliances normally powered by 120V AC. (You must purchase
the inverter separately. It is not included.)
limited warranty
Schumacher Electric Corporation warrants your unit to be free from
defects in material and workmanship, excepting abuse or misuse,
for a period of one year from the date of sale to the original user
or consumer purchaser. If your unit fails or malfunctions within the
rst 30 days of the warranty, we will replace it with a new unit. If
your unit malfunctions or fails within the 12 month warranty period
because of a defect in material or workmanship, we will repair
without charge.
The internal battery, excluding units with swollen batteries or
melted battery terminals, carries a 90-day warranty from the date
of purchase. Proof of purchase required. All battery replacements
will be at the sole discretion of the manufacturer or his designated
agents.
This warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties. The duration
of any implied warranty, including but not limited to any implied
warranty of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose,
made in respect to your unit is limited to the period of the express
warranty set forth above.
120 Volt ac power source chart
Appliance Type Estimated Wattage Estimated Time
Spot Lights, VCRs 100 Watts 45 Minutes
Sump Pumps
Faxes, TVs, 150 Watts 35 Minutes
Small Power Tools
Note: Estimated time is conservatively reported. Actual time may
vary. Times are based on the product having a full charge. Requires
the use of an inverter that is not included.
using the spotlight
The spotlight is located on the front of the IPD-1000. The spotlight
can be turned ON and OFF by pressing the LIGHT button.
storage
The product can be stored in any position. To prevent accidental
arcing, always keep the clamps located on the back of IPD-1000
ears when not using it to jump start a vehicle. All batteries are
affected by temperature. The ideal storage temperature is at
70 degrees Fahrenheit. Performance varies based on battery
temperature conditions.
For warranty service, return your product, with proof of purchase, to
the factory or a designated agent: Schumacher Electric Corporation
Warranty Service Department, 1025 E. Thompson Street, PO Box
280, Hoopeston, IL 60942. Phone 1-800-621-5485, Customer
Service hours: 7 AM to 4 PM CST.
You will be responsible for all insurance and freight or other
transportation charges to the factory or point of repair. We will return
your unit freight prepaid if repair is covered under warranty. Your
unit should be properly packed to avoid damage in transit, since
we will not be responsible for any such damage.
In no event shall Schumacher Electric Corporation be liable for
consequential or incidental damages. Some states do not allow
limitations on the length of the implied warranty or the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
CONTAINS SEALED NON-SPILLABLE LEAD-ACID BATTERY. MUST
BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
WARNING: Possible explosion hazard. Contact with battery acid may
cause severe burns and blindness. Keep out of reach of children.
Schumacher Electric Corporation
801 Business Center Drive, Mount Prospect, IL 60056-2179
Send Warranty Product Repairs to: Schumacher Electric Corporation,
1025 East Thompson, Hoopeston, IL 60942-0280.
Call Customer Service if you have questions: 1-800-621-5485.