INSTANT POWER™ Jump Starter and DC Power Source / Fuente de Poder
de CD y Arrancador / Aide de Démarrage et Source d’Énergie CC
ADVERTENCIA
READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. •
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS 2
PREPARING TO USE THE INSTANT POWER™ 3
INSTANT POWER™ LOCATION 3
DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS 3
FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN CONNECTING TO A BATTERY 4
CHARGING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS 4
FEATURES 5
CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY OF THE INSTANT POWER™ 5
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 8
MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS 8
TROUBLESHOOTING 8
BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS 9
SPECIFICATIONS 9
REPLACEMENT PARTS/ACCESSORIES 9
LIMITED WARRANTY 10
ÍNDICE
SECCIÓN PÀGINA
INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD 13
PRECAUCIONES PERSONALES 14
PREPARACIÓN PARA EL USO DEL INSTANT POWER™ 15
UBICACIÓN DEL INSTANT POWER™ 15
PRECAUCIONES DE CONEXIÓN EN CC 15
SIGA ESTOS PASOS CUANDO SE CONECTE A LA BATERÍA 16
CARGA Y CABLES DE CA PARA LA CONECCIÓN 16
CARACTERÍSTICAS 17
PARA CARGAR LA BATERIA INTERNA DE LA FUENTE DEL INSTANT POWER™ 17
INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACIÓN 18
INSTRUCCIONES DE MANTENIMIENTO 20
INSTRUCCIONES PARA EL MANEJO Y ALMACENAMIENTO 20
LOCALIZACIÓN Y SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS 21
ANTES DE DEVOLVER A REPARACIONES 21
ESPECIFICACIONES 22
REPUESTOS/ACCESORIOS 22
GARANTÍA LIMITADA 22
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
PARTIE PAGE
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES 24
PRÉCAUTIONS PERSONNELLES 25
PRÉPARE POUR UTILISER LE INSTANT POWER™ 26
EMPLACEMENT DU INSTANT POWER™ 26
PRÉCAUTIONS SUR LA CONNEXION C.C. 27
SUIVI CES DÉMARCHES LORS DE LA CONNEXION À UNE BATTERIE 27
CHARGE L’ALIMENTATION CA ET LES CONNEXIONS DU CORDON 27
CARACTÉRISTIQUES 28
CHARGEMENT DE LA BATTERIE INTERNE DE L’ INSTANT POWER™ 28
CONSIGNES D’UTILISATION 29
CONSIGNES D’ENTRETIEN 31
INSTRUCTIONS DE TRANSPORT ET STOCKAGE 31
TABLEAU DE DÉPANNAGE 32
AVANT DE L’ENVOYER POUR RÉPARATION 32
CARACTÉRISTIQUES 33
PIÈCES DE RECHANGE/ACCESSOIRES 33
GARANTIE LIMITÉE 33
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.
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.
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 in serious 1.1
injury or death.
Keep out of reach of children.1.2
Do not put ngers or hands into any of the Instant Power’s™ outlets.1.3
Do not expose the Instant Power™ to rain or snow.1.4
Use only recommended attachments. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold 1.5
by Schumacher® Electric Corporation may result in a risk of re, electric shock or injury
to persons or damage to property.
Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of re and electric shock. When 1.6
an extension cord is used, 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™ charger.
That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.•
That the extension cord has a wire size of 18 gauge (AWG) [0.82 mm•
2
] or larger and
is 50 feet (15.24 meters) long or less.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the Instant Power™ charger from the outlet 1.7
before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Simply turning off the controls will not
reduce this risk.
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When charging the internal battery, work in a well ventilated area and do not restrict the 1.8
ventilation in any way.
Do not operate the Instant Power™ with damaged cables or clips; have the cable or clip 1.9
replaced immediately a qualied service person. (Call customer service at: 1-800-621-
5485.)
Do not operate the Instant Power™ if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or 1.10
otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualied service person. (Call customer
service at: 1-800-621-5485.)
Do not disassemble the Instant Power™; take it to a qualied service person when 1.11
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. 1.12
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 published 1.13
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.
This Instant Power™ employs parts, such as switches and circuit breakers, that tend to 1.14
produce arcs and sparks. If used in a garage, locate this Instant Power™ 18 inches (46
cm) or more above oor level.
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 explosive 2.1
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
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when 2.3
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.
Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might 2.4
spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause an explosion.
Do not permit the internal battery of the Instant Power™ to freeze. Never charge a 2.5
frozen battery.
To prevent sparking, NEVER allow clips to touch together or contact the same piece of 2.6
metal.
Consider having someone close enough by to come to your aid when you work near a 2.7
lead-acid battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts your skin, 2.8
clothing or eyes.
Wear complete eye and body protection, including safety goggles and protective 2.9
clothing. Avoid touching your eyes while working near the battery.
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If battery acid contacts your skin or clothing, immediately wash the area with soap and 2.10
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. DO NOT 2.11
induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
PREPARING TO USE THE INSTANT POWER3. ™
RISK OF CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID. BATTERY ACID IS
A HIGHLY CORROSIVE SULFURIC ACID.
Be sure the area around the battery is well ventilated while the jump starter is being 3.1
used.
Clean the battery terminals before using the jump starter. During cleaning, keep airborne 3.2
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.
Add distilled water to each cell until the battery acid reaches the level specied by the 3.3
battery manufacturer. Do not overll. For a battery without removable cell caps, such
as valve regulated lead acid batteries (VRLA), carefully follow the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Read, understand and follow all instructions for the Instant Power™, battery, vehicle 3.4
and any equipment used near the battery and Instant Power™. Study all of the battery
manufacturer’s specic precautions while charging and recommended rates of charge.
Determine the voltage of the battery by referring to the vehicle owner’s manual and 3.5
make sure that the output voltage of the jump starter is correct.
Make sure that the Instant Power™ cable clips make tight connections.3.6
INSTANT POWER4. ™ LOCATION
RISK OF EXPLOSION AND CONTACT WITH
BATTERY ACID.
Locate the Instant Power™ as far away from the battery as the DC cables permit.4.1
Never place the Instant Power™ directly above the battery being jumped; gases from 4.2
the battery will corrode and damage the Instant Power™.
Do not operate the Instant Power™ in a closed-in area or restrict the ventilation in any 4.3
way.
DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS5.
Connect and disconnect the DC output clips only after setting all of the Instant Power™ 5.1
switches to the “off” position (if applicable) and removing the AC plug from the electrical
outlet. Never allow the clips to touch each other.
Attach the clips to the battery and chassis, as indicated in section 6.5.2
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FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN CONNECTING TO A BATTERY6.
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 allow the 6.1
output clips to touch each other.
Position the DC cables to reduce the risk of damage by the hood, door and moving or 6.2
hot engine parts. NOTE: If it is necessary to close the hood during the jump starting
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.6.3
Check the polarity of the battery posts. The POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually 6.4
has a larger diameter then the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) post.
Determine which post of the battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. If the 6.5
negative post is grounded to the chassis (as in most vehicles), see step 6.5. If the
positive post is grounded to the chassis, see step 6.6.
For a negative-grounded vehicle, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clip from the battery 6.6
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 battery 6.7
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 sheet-metal 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), remove 6.8
the clip from the vehicle chassis and then remove the clip from the battery terminal.
CHARGING AND AC POWER CORD CONNECTIONS7.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
The Instant Power™ charger is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit. The plug must 7.1
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. NOTE: Pursuant to Canadian Regulations, use of an
adapter plug is not allowed in Canada. Use of an adapter plug in the United States is not
recommended and should not be used.
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FE ATURES8.
4
5
6
8
3
7
1
2
3
On/Off Switch1.
On/Off Indicator Light2.
Battery Clips3.
Internal Battery Status Pushbutton4.
Internal Battery Status Lights5.
Charging Status Lights6.
Work Light On/Off Switch7.
Work Light8.
12V DC Outlet9.
Circuit Breaker Reset Switch10.
Internal Battery Charging Plug11.
Air Compressor On/Off Switch12.
Air Compressor Gauge13.
Air Compressor Hose Storage 14.
Compartment
CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY OF THE INSTANT POWER™9.
IMPORTANT: CHARGE IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE, AFTER EACH USE AND
EVERY 30 DAYS TO KEEP THE INSTANT POWER™ INTERNAL BATTERY FULLY
CHARGED.
LED Indicators:9.1
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.
NOTE: The internal battery’s percent of charge is most accurate when the Instant
Power™ has been disconnected from all devices and charging sources for a few hours.
Charging the Internal Battery using the Built-In Charger:9.2
To charge, plug an 18 gauge (AWG) or larger extension cord into the charger plug on 1.
the back 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 (red) LED will glow indicating charging.3.
The CHARGED (green) LED will light when the battery has reached full charge. This 4.
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.
Charge the Instant Power™ as soon as possible after use.5.
Do not use the Instant Power™ while charging the internal battery.
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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.
operate during this method of charging. Using this method to charge the battery
The CHARGING (red) LED and the CHARGED (green) LED do not
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 INSTRUCTIONS10.
Jump Starting a Vehicle Engine10.1
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 in 2.
section 3.
Risk of Explosion.
If you have connected the clips backwards, an audio alarm will sound. DO NOT
turn the On/Off switch to the ON position. This could cause serious damage to
the Instant Power™ or the vehicle. Reverse the connections and the audio alarm
will stop.
Crank the engine. If the engine does not start within 5-8 seconds, stop cranking and 3.
wait at least 1 minute before attempting to start the vehicle again. (This permits the
Instant Power™ to cool down.)
After the engine starts, disconnect the black clip (-) and then the red clip (+) in that 4.
order and clip them back onto the Instant Power™ storage holders.
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:10.2
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 clipped on the storage holders.1.
Open the protective cover of the DC power outlet on the back of the Instant Power™.2.
Plug the 12V DC device into the DC power outlet, and turn the 12V DC device on (if 3.
required).
If the 12V DC device draws more than 15A or has a short circuit, the internal circuit 4.
breaker of the Instant Power™ will trip and disconnect the power to the device. If this
occurs, disconnect the 12V DC device in question and press the reset button located
on the back of the Instant Power™ to reset the circuit breaker.
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.
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Appliance TypeEstimated WattageEstimated Usage Time
NOTE: Estimated run-times. Actual time may vary. Times are based on the internal
battery being fully charged
Using the Built-In Light10.3
Position the Instant Power™ on a at, stable surface near the intended work area.1.
Ensure the battery clips are securely clipped on the storage holders.2.
Press the Light Switch.3.
The Instant Power™ light will turn on and illuminate your work area.4.
Press the Light Switch again to turn off the light.5.
Charge the Instant Power™ as soon as possible after using the built-in light.6.
NOTE: With a fully charged internal battery, the built-in light should provide 55 to 65
hours of continuous, useful light.
Using the Air Compressor10.4
Risk of explosion.
Read the instructions of the product being inated before using the compressor.
Avoid over ination, do not exceed the manufacturer’s recommended pressures.
Do not leave the air compressor unattended during use.
Ensure the battery clips are securely on the storage holders.1.
Remove the air compressor hose from the storage compartment in the back of the 2.
Instant Power™. Install adapters as necessary.
Attach the air compressor hose to the product or accessory to be inated by ipping 3.
down the lever.
Place the Compressor Switch in the ON position and inate the product.4.
When the product is inated to the proper air pressure (using the air compressor 5.
gauge) place the Compressor Switch in the OFF position and remove the hose.
Do not run for more than 10 minutes maximum at a time. Allow the Instant Power™ 6.
to cool down for 10 minutes before using again.
NOTE: To prevent overheating, the compressor has built-in thermal protection that
will turn the compressor off before it overheats. If the compressor shuts off, wait a few
minutes and it will automatically restart when the compressor cools.
NOTE: The air compressor is rated for 150 PSI.
EstimatedTimeforInating
Vehicle Tires 13” to 16”6 to 24 minutes
Bike Tire1 to 3 minutes
Sports Balls30 seconds
NOTE: These times are approximate, use the air compressor gauge to ensure the
proper pressure has been reached. Do not over inate.
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS11.
After use and before performing maintenance, unplug and disconnect the Instant 11.1
Power™ (see sections 3 and 4).
Use a dry cloth to wipe all battery corrosion and other dirt or oil from the battery clips, 11.2
cords, and the Instant Power™ case.
Ensure that all of the Instant Power™ components are in place and in good working 11.3
condition, for example, the plastic boots on the battery clips.
Servicing does not require opening the unit, as there are no user-serviceable parts.11.4
All other servicing should be performed by qualied service personal.11.5
MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS12.
Store the Instant Power™ in an upright position. 12.1
Store inside, in a cool, dry place.12.2
Do not store the clips on the handle, clipped together, on or around metal, or clipped 12.3
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 location, take 12.4
care to avoid/prevent damage to the cords, clips and Instant Power™. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury or property damage.
where damage could occur if the internal battery should unexpectedly leak acid.
Do not use and/or store the Instant Power™ in or on any area or surface
IMPORTANT:12.5
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.
TROUBLESHOOTING13.
PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSEREASON/SOLUTION
The Instant Power™ won’t
jump start my car.
Clips are not making a good
connection to the battery.
Check for poor connection to
battery and frame. Make sure
connection points are clean.
Rock clips back and forth for
a better connection.
The Instant Power™ battery
is not charged.
Check the battery charge
status by pressing the button
on the front of the Instant
Power™. See LED Indicators
section of this manual.
The vehicle’s battery is
Have the battery checked.
defective.
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