Schumacher INSTANT POWER IP-125 Owner's Manual

00-99-000995/0510

Model / Modelo / Modèle: IP-125

READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. •
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

LEA EL MANUAL COMPLETO ANTES DE UTILIZAR ESTE PRODUCTO. •
CUALQUIER FALLA PODRÍA RESULTAR EN SERIAS LESIONES O PODRÍA SER
MORTAL.

LIRE ENTIÈREMENT LE GUIDE AVANTD’UTILISER CE PRODUIT. L’ÉCHEC DE •
FAIRE AINSI PEUT S’ENSUIVRE DANS LA BLESSURE SÉRIEUSE OU LA MORT.

OWNER’S MANUAL •MANUAL DEL USUARIO

•GUIDED’UTILISATION

INSTANT POWER™ Jump Starter and DC Power Source / Fuente de Poder

de CD y Arrancador / Aide de Démarrage et Source d’Énergie CC

ADVERTENCIA

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT

TO THE STORE!

Call Customer Service for Assistance:

800-621-5485

NE PAS RETOURNER LE PRODUIT

AU MAGASIN!

Appeler le service clientèle pour l’assistance:

800-621-5485

¡NO LO DEVUELVA ESTE PRODUCTO

A LA TIENDA!

Llame a Servicios al Cliente para Asistencia:

800-621-5485

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS 3

FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN CONNECTING TO A BATTERY 4

GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS 4

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 4

FEATURES 5

CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY OF THE INSTANT POWER™ 5

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 7

MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS 7

TROUBLESHOOTING 8

LIMITED WARRANTY 9

ÍNDICE

SECCIÓN PÀGINA

INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD 14

PRECAUCIONES PERSONALES 15

SIGA ESTOS PASOS CUANDO SE CONECTE A LA BATERÍA 16

CONEXIONES A TIERRA Y ENERGÍA DE CA 17

INSTRUCCIONES DE MONTAJE 17

CARACTERÍSTICAS 17

PARA CARGAR LA BATERIA INTERNA DE LA FUENTE DE
INSTANT POWER™ 18

INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACIÓN 19

INSTRUCCIONES DE MANTENIMIENTO 20

INSTRUCCIONES PARA EL MANEJO Y ALMACENAMIENTO 20

LOCALIZACIÓN Y SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS 21

GARANTÍA LIMITADA 22

CONTAINS SEALED NON-SPILLABLE LEAD-ACID
BATTERY. MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.

CONTIENE UNA BATERÍA SELLADA DE ÁCIDO­PLOMO NO DERRAMABLE QUE DEBE DESECHARSE
APROPIADAMENTE.

CONTIENT UNE BATTERIE À L’ACIDE QUI DOIT ÊTRE
DISPOSÉ CORRECTEMENT.

WARNING: Possible explosion hazard. Contact with battery acid
may cause severe burns and blindness. Keep out of reach of
children.

ADVERTENCIA: Posible Riesgo de una explosión. El contacto
con una batería de ácido puede causar quemaduras y ceguera.
Manténgase alejado de los niños.

AVERTISSEMENT : hasard d’explosion possible. Contact avec
l’acide de batterie peut provoquer sévère brûle et la cécité. Ne le
laissez pas a la portée des enfants.

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

PARTIE PAGE

CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES 25

PRÉCAUTIONS PERSONNELLES 26

SUIVI CES DÉMARCHES LORS DE LA CONNEXION À
UNE BATTERIE 27

MISE À LA TERRE ET CORDON D’ÉNERGIE CA 28

DIRECTIVES DE MONTAGE 28

CARACTÉRISTIQUES 28

CHARGEMENT DE LA BATTERIE INTERNE DE
L’ INSTANT POWER™ 29

CONSIGNES D’UTILISATION 30

CONSIGNES D’ENTRETIEN 31

INSTRUCTIONS DE TRANSPORT ET STOCKAGE 31

TABLEAU DE DÉPANNAGE 32

GARANTIE LIMITÉE 33

• 1 •

IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THIS SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – Charge the Instant Power™ internal battery

immediately after purchase, after every use and every 30 days. This manual
will show you how to use your Instant Power™ safely and effectively. Please
read, understand and follow these instructions and precautions carefully, as
this manual contains important safety and operating instructions. The safety
messages used throughout this manual contain a signal word, a message and
an icon.

The signal word indicates the level of the hazard in a situation.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in moderate or minor injury to the operator or
bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in damage to the equipment or vehicle or property
damage.

Safety messages in this manual contain two different type styles.

Unnumbered type states the hazard.•
Numbered type states how to avoid the hazard.•

The icon gives a graphical description of the potential hazard.

Pursuant to California Proposition 65, this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.

• 2 •

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - 1.

This manual contains important safety and operating instructions

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.

Read the entire manual before using this product. Failure to do so could result 1.1
in serious injury or death.

Keep out of reach of children.1.2
Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recommended 1.3

orsoldbySchumacher®ElectricCorporationmayresultinariskofre,

electric shock or injury to persons or damage to property.
Donotputngersorhandsintoanyofthe1.4 Instant Power’s™ outlets.
Do not expose the 1.5 Instant Power™ to rain or snow.

Use of an improper extension cord to charge the Instant Power™ could result 1.6

inariskofreandelectricshock.Makesure:

That the pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size •
and shape as those of the plug on the Instant Power™.

That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.•
That the extension cord has a wire size of 18 gauge (AWG) or larger and is •

50 feet long or less.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn off and/or unplug the Instant Power™ 1.7
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Simply turning off the controls
will not reduce this risk.

Do not operate the 1.8 Instant Power™ if it has received a sharp blow, been

droppedorotherwisedamagedinanyway;takeittoaqualiedservice

person. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-5485.)
Do not disassemble the 1.9 Instant Power™;takeittoaqualiedserviceperson

when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of

reorelectricshock.(Callcustomerserviceat:1-800-621-5485.)

RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES.

WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. 1.10
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL BATTERY
OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT
YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME YOU USE THE INSTANT
POWER™.

To reduce the risk of a battery explosion, follow these instructions and those 1.11
published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment
you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Review the cautionary markings
on these products and on the engine.

• 3 •

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS2.

RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. A
SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY MAY
CAUSE A BATTERY EXPLOSION.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF A
SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY:

Working in the vicinity of a lead-acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate 2.1
explosive gases during normal battery operation. For this reason, it is of
utmost importance that you follow the instructions each time you use the
Instant Power™.

NEVERsmokeorallowasparkorameinthevicinityofabatteryorengine.2.2

Do not permit the internal battery of the Instant Power™ to freeze. Never 2.3
charge a frozen battery.

To prevent sparking, NEVER allow clips to touch together or contact the same 2.4
piece of metal.

When charging the internal battery of the Instant Power™, work in a well 2.5
ventilated area and do not restrict the ventilation in any way.

Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto a battery. It 2.6
might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause
an explosion.

Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches 2.7
when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short­circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe
burn.

Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the jump starter is 2.8
being used.

RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID.
BATTERY ACID IS A HIGHLY CORROSIVE
SULFURIC ACID.

Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work 2.9
near a lead-acid battery.

Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts your 2.10
skin, clothing or eyes.

Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and 2.11
protective clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.

If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with 2.12

soapandwater.Ifacidentersyoureye,immediatelyoodtheeyewithcold

running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention right away.
If battery acid is accidentally swallowed, drink milk, the whites of eggs or water. 2.13

DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys and other parts that may cause injury.2.14
Clean the battery terminals before using the jump starter. During cleaning, 2.15

keep airborne corrosion from coming into contact with your eyes, nose and
mouth. Use baking soda and water to neutralize the battery acid and help
eliminate airborne corrosion. Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth.

Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner’s manual 2.16
and make sure that the output voltage of the jump starter is correct.

Make sure that the Instant Power™ cable clips make tight connections.2.17

• 4 •

FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN CONNECTING TO A BATTERY3.

A SPARK NEAR THE BATTERY
MAY CAUSE A BATTERY
EXPLOSION. TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF A SPARK NEAR THE
BATTERY:

Attach the output cables to the battery and chassis as indicated below. Never 3.1
allow the output clips to touch each other.

Position the DC cables to reduce the risk of damage by the hood, door and 3.2
moving or hot engine parts. NOTE: If it is necessary to close the hood during
the jumping process, ensure that the hood does not touch the metal part of the
battery clips or cut the insulation of the cables.

Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys and other parts that can cause injury.3.3
Check the polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post 3.4

usually has a larger diameter then the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
Determine which post of the battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. 3.5

If the negative post is grounded to the chassis (as in most vehicles), see step

3.6. If the positive post is grounded to the chassis, see step 3.7.
For a negative-grounded vehicle, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip from the 3.6

Instant Power™ to the POSITIVE (POS, P, +) ungrounded post of the battery.
Connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip to the vehicle chassis or engine block
away from the battery. Do not connect the clip to the carburetor, fuel lines or
sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or
engine block.

For a positive-grounded vehicle, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clip from the 3.7
Instant Power™ to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) ungrounded post of the battery.
Connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip to the vehicle chassis or engine block away
from the battery. Do not connect the clip to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet­metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine
block.

When disconnecting the Instant Power™, turn all switches to off (if applicable), 3.8
remove the clip from the vehicle chassis and then remove the clip from the
battery terminal.

GROUNDING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS4.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.

The Instant Power™ internal charger plug is for use on a nominal 120-volt 4.1
circuit. The extension cord utilized with the internal charger plug must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance

withalllocalcodesandordinances.Theplugpinsmusttthereceptacle

(outlet). Do not use with an ungrounded system.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS5.

Remove all cord wraps and uncoil the cables prior to using the Instant
Power™.

• 5 •

FE ATURES6.

Charged/Charging LEDs1.
Battery Status LEDs2.
Battery Status Button3.
12V DC Power Outlet4.

1 2

3

4

CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY OF THE INSTANT POWER™7.

IMPORTANT: CHARGE IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE, AFTER EACH
USE AND EVERY 30 DAYS TO KEEP THE INSTANT POWER™ INTERNAL
BATTERY FULLY CHARGED.

LED Indicators:7.1
TO CHECK THE INTERNAL BATTERY’S CHARGE STATUS, PRESS THE

BATTERY STATUS BUTTON ON THE FRONT OF THE INSTANT POWER™.

The LED lights will indicate the charge level as follows:

A red LED • indicates a 50% or less charge and you should immediately
recharge the Instant Power™.

A yellow LED • indicates a 50 to 75% charge. The Instant Power™ may
be used but should be recharged as soon as possible.

A green LED • indicates the internal battery is fully charged.
The CHARGING • (red) LED indicates the Instant Power™ is charging
(connected to an AC power source.) At full charge, the CHARGED

(green) LED will light.

Charging the Internal Battery using the Built-In Charger:7.2

To charge, plug an 18 gauge (AWG) or larger extension cord into the 1.
charger plug on the right side of the Instant Power™. (Extension cord not
included; must be purchased separately.)

Plug the extension cord into a 120V AC electrical wall outlet. 2.
The CHARGING 3. (red) LED will glow indicating charging.

The CHARGED 4. (green) LED will light when the battery has reached
full charge. This could take up to 72 hours due to the age and condition
of the battery. The charger will automatically go into maintain mode and
maintain the battery at full charge without damaging it.

• 6 •

Charge the Instant Power™ as soon as possible after use.5.

You may also charge the internal battery while driving, using the male-to-male
charger cable (p/n 94500109 – not included). Insert one end of the accessory
cable into the 12V DC power outlet and the other end into the vehicle’s
accessory outlet (lighter socket). Completely disconnect the charger cable
when the engine is not running.

The CHARGING (red) LED and the CHARGED (green) LED
do not operate during this method of charging. Using this method to charge the
battery overrides the maintain mode and the battery can be overcharged.
Monitor the progress of the battery and when it reaches a full (100%) charge,
disconnect the charger. Do not leave the battery unattended or it could explode
causing property damage or personal injury.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS8.

Jump Starting a Vehicle Engine8.1

Do not use the Instant Power™ while charging the internal
battery.

Turn the vehicle’s ignition OFF before making cable connections.1.
Connect the Instant Power™ to the battery following the precautions listed 2.

in section 3.
Crank the engine. If the engine does not start within 5-8 seconds, stop 3.

cranking and wait at least 1 minute before attempting to start the vehicle
again. (This permits the battery to cool down.)

After the engine starts, disconnect the black clip (-) and then the red clip (+) 4.
in that order.

Recharge the Instant Power™ as soon as possible after use.5.

Risk of Explosion.
To prevent sparking, NEVER allow the clips to touch together or to
contact the same piece of metal. Never attempt to jump start a frozen
battery.

Powering a 12V DC Device:8.2

The Instant Power™ is a power source for all 12V DC accessories that are

equippedwitha12Vaccessoryplug.Useitforpoweroutagesandshingor

camping trips. Estimated usage time is listed in the chart below.
Make sure the device to be powered is OFF before inserting the 12V DC

accessory plug into the 12V DC accessory outlet.

Ensure the battery clips are securely on the storage holders.1.

NOTE: The clips on the Instant Power™ are live and will produce arcing or
sparking if they come in contact with each other. To prevent accidental arcing,
always keep the clips on the storage holders when not using it to jump start a
vehicle.

Open the protective cover of the DC power outlet on the side of the Instant 2.
Power™.

Plug the 12V DC device into the DC power outlet, and turn the 12V DC 3.
device on (if required).

• 7 •

If the 12V DC device draws more than 15A or has a short circuit, the 4.
internal circuit breaker of the Instant Power™ will trip and disconnect the
power to the device. Disconnect the 12V DC device. The breaker will
automatically reset after an overload occurs.

The DC power outlet is wired directly to the internal battery. Extended
operation of a 12V DC device may result in excessive battery drain. Recharge
immediately after unplugging the 12V DC device.

Appliance Type Estimated Wattage Estimated Usage Time

Cell Phone 4 watts 36 hours
Fluorescent Light 4 watts 36 hours
Radios, Fan 9 watts 16 hours
Depth Finder 9 watts 16 hours
Camcorder, VCR 15 watts 9.6 hours
Electrical Tool 24 watts 6 hours
Electrical Cooler 48 watts 3 hours
Car Vacuum, Air Compressor 80 watts 1.8 hours

NOTE: Estimated run-times. Actual time may vary. Times are based on the
internal battery being fully charged

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS9.

After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the 9.1
Instant Power™ (see sections 3 and 4).

Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the 9.2
battery clips, cords, and the Instant Power™ case.

Ensure that all of the Instant Power™ components are in place and in good 9.3
working condition, for example, the plastic boots on the battery clips.

Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-serviceable 9.4
parts.

Allotherservicingshouldbeperformedbyqualiedservicepersonal.9.5

MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS10.

Store the Instant Power™ in an upright position. 10.1
Store inside, in a cool, dry place.10.2
Do not store the clips on the handle, clipped together, on or around metal, 10.3

or clipped to cables. The clips on the Instant Power™ are live and will
produce arcing or sparking if they come in contact with each other. To prevent
accidental arcing, always keep the clips on the storage holders when not using
it to jump start a vehicle.

If the Instant Power™ is moved around the shop or transported to another 10.4
location, take care to avoid/prevent damage to the cords, clips and Instant
Power™. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage.

Do not use and/or store the Instant Power™ in or on any
area or surface where damage could occur if the internal battery should
unexpectedly leak acid.

• 8 •

IMPORTANT:10.5

CHARGE IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE•
KEEP FULLY CHARGED•

Charge the Instant Power™ internal battery immediately after purchase, after
every use and every 30 days.

All batteries are affected by temperature. The ideal storage temperature is
at 70 degrees Fahrenheit. The internal battery will gradually self-discharge
(lose power) over time, especially in warm environments. Leaving the battery
in a discharged state may result in permanent battery damage. To ensure
satisfactory performance and avoid permanent damage, charge the internal
battery every month.

TROUBLESHOOTING11.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REASON/SOLUTION

The Instant Power™ won’t
jump start my car.

Clips are not making a good
connection to the battery.

Connections are reversed.

The Instant Power™ battery
is not charged.

The vehicle’s battery is
defective.

Check for poor connection
to battery and frame. Make
sure connection points are
clean. Rock clips back and
forth for a better connection.

Disconnect the Instant
Power™ and reverse the
clips.

Check the battery charge
status by pressing the
button on the front of the
Instant Power™. See LED
Indicators section of this
manual.

Have the battery checked.

The Instant Power™ won’t
power my 12V device.

The 12V device is not
turned on.

The Instant Power™ battery
is not charged.

The 12V device draws more
than 15A or has a short
circuit

Turn on the 12V device.

Check the battery charge
status by pressing the
button on the front of the
Instant Power™. See LED
Indicators section of this
manual.

Disconnect the 12V device.
The internal breaker will
automatically reset after a
minute or two. Try the 12V
device again. If it happens
again, replace the 12V
device.

The battery in the Instant
Power™ won’t hold a
charge.

The battery is bad (will not
accept a charge).

Have the battery checked.