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OWNER’S MANUAL
INSTANT POWER PLUS
Power Source
Model No.
PS-500-1A
™
CAUTION:
Before first use of power source, read this
manual, and follow all its Safety and Operating
Instructions with every use.
Save these Instructions
Schumacher Electric Corporation
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
00-99-000293/502
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY ............................................................................................... 3
Important Safety Instructions.......................................................... 3
OPERATION ........................................................................................ 4
Before using your power source ..................................................... 4
Low battery audio alarm ................................................................. 4
Setting the controls ........................................................................ 4
Operating instructions .................................................................... 5
Use of jump starter feature ............................................................. 5
Using the emergency flashing light................................................. 5
Using the white spotlight ................................................................ 5
LED lights operation ....................................................................... 5
12 volt DC cigarette lighter socket .................................................. 6
DC accessories socket on front ............................................... 6
Inverter socket only on back .................................................... 7
Inverter mounting straps and strips ................................................ 7
Inverter use with the power source ................................................ 7
Storage .......................................................................................... 7
WARRANTY ......................................................................................... 8
Please read this Owner’s Manual before
using your INSTANT POWER PLUS™.
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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This product contains a sealed nonspillable lead acid battery and must
be recycled or disposed of properly.
WARNING:
Working in the vicinity of a lead acid
battery is dangerous. Batteries release explosive gases during normal operation, charging and jumpstarting. Pay special attention to
cautionary markings on the battery,
the engine and any equipment to be
used. Read this guide completely
before using this product.
IMPORTANT:
Someone should be within range of
your voice or close enough to come
to your aid when you work 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 attention immediately.
Do not smoke, use matches or cigarette lighter, or allow any spark or
flame near the battery or engine.
Do not drop any metal tool on to the
battery. It might spark or short-circuit the battery or other electrical
part that may cause an explosion.
Never operate the power source unit
if it has received a hard blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged.
Take it to a qualified professional for
inspection and repair.
Never operate the power source unit
if it has a damaged lead wire or
clamp. Have the lead replaced.
Never disassemble unit, take it to
a qualified service professional if
service or repair is required. Incorrect assembly may result in
fire or electrical shock.
Place power unit as far away from
the battery as the cables will permit.
CAUTION: JUMP START LEAD
ACID BATTERY ONLY
Use this power source for jumping
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. Do not
use to jump start dry cell batteries
that are commonly used with home
appliances. These batteries may
burst and cause bodily injury and
property damage.
Remove personal metal items
such as rings, bracelets, necklaces
and watches when working with a
lead acid battery. A lead acid battery could produce short circuit current high enough to weld a ring or
the like, causing a severe burn.
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OPERATION
BEFORE USING POWER
SOURCE
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
This product has an internal battery
that requires periodic recharging.
Even though the unit is fully charged
before shipment, the battery charge
may diminish. Charge the unit im-
mediately after purchase and after each use and at least once every 3 months.
Extension Cord (Not provided)
This product requires the use of an
extension cord to recharge the internal battery. Make sure that the
extension cord is properly wired and
in good electrical condition. Use a
minimum 18 gauge cord if 25 feet
or less and a 16 gauge if using a 50’
extension cord.
LOW VOLTAGE BATTERY
ALARM
This product has an internal battery
which requires periodic recharging.
This product has an audio warning
device to alert you that is time to
recharge. To activate the low battery
alarm, push the switch marked Low
Battery Alarm to the ON position. In
the ON position, the alarm will sound
when the battery voltage falls below
12.2 volts. The alarm can be shut
off by selecting the OFF position on
the Low Battery Alarm switch. The
alarm will no longer sound after the
battery voltage has fallen below 11.4
volts. The battery will continue to discharge if you have an external load
connected to the DC receptacle and
no signal will sound below the 11.4
volts.
REVERSE BATTERY AUDIO
SIGNAL WITH THE ON/OFF
SWITCH IN OFF POSITION.
This unit features an audio signal that sounds when the clamps
are connected backwards or are
touching one another (shorting).
DO NOT turn the Jump-Starter
ON/OFF switch ON. Reverse the
connections and the audio sound
should stop, indicating a proper
connection.
SETTING THE CONTROLS
WARNING: Failure to follow instructions may cause damage or
explosion. Read entire instruction manual before use. Always
shield eyes during use. Use in a
well-ventilated area.
1. Turn ignition off before connecting clamps to the battery.
2. Make sure the ON/OFF switch
is in the OFF position.
3. Make sure the extension cord
is disconnected if charging was
taking place.
4. Turn off all electrical accessories, such as lights, radio, etc.
5. Do not put metal or loose wire
across the clamps when the
power is on. It may cause a
short circuit of the battery that
could cause an explosion.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
USING AS A JUMP STARTER
1. Make sure the ON/OFF switch
is in the OFF position.
2. Use safety glasses to shield
eyes while making the connections.
3. Connect the Red (+) Positive
clamp to the Positive battery
post first.
4. Connect the Black (-) Negative
clamp to the engine or chassis
to ground.
5. If the unit alarm is sounding, the
leads are connected wrong or
shorted. Change the connections.
6. If after making the connections,
the audio sound is not present,
turn the ON/OFF switch to ON
position.
7. Crank your vehicle’s engine. If
the engine fails to start, wait 3
minutes for the battery to cool
down and try again.
8. After the engine starts, turn the
ON/OFF switch to OFF position.
Disconnect the Black (-) clamp
from the engine or chassis and
then disconnect the Red (+)
clamp from your vehicle’s battery post.
USING THE EMERGENCY
FLASHING LIGHT
The red emergency light located on
the top left side of the unit can be
started by pushing the ON/OFF
switch located below the red light.
This light is a flashing light. To stop
the light simply push the switch to
the OFF position.
USING THE WHITE SPOTLIGHT
The spotlight is located on the top
right side of the unit. This light can
be adjusted downward by pulling the
tab at the top. The control switch for
this light is located beneath the light.
LED LIGHTS
Four LED lights are on the front
panel and will indicate the internal battery status condition when
the square red switch is pushed.
The charger should not be on at
this time.
1. The 1st red LED indicates a
very low battery nearing 0%.
The battery should be recharged immediately.
2. The 2nd red LED indicates
the battery condition is below
12.5 or 25% or less and
should be recharged.
3. The yellow LED lights indicating the voltage is between
12.5–12.7 or 50–75% and can
be used but should be recharged soon.
4. The green LED indicates full
charge.
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12-VOLT DC RECEPTACLE
(FRONT)
This unit has an internal sealed lead
acid battery. It may be used as a
DC power supply for any 12 volt
electric appliance with a male cigarette lighter plug. To obtain power,
plug the 12-volt appliance with a
maximum rating not exceeding 15
amps into the front DC receptacle.
The front receptacle has a circuit
breaker in series with the receptacle
to protect it.
If the amperage of the appliance exceeds 15 amps into the DC receptacle, the internal circuit breaker will
begin to cycle on and off. If this happens, you should disconnect the
appliance immediately.
Do not use the receptacle on the
back of the unit for anything other
than a power inverter.
POWER INVERTER MOUNTING
The power source unit provides for
mounting a power inverter to the
back of the unit. Using the provided
hook and loop strips cut to the size
of the inverter bottom. Secure the
strips to the bottom of the inverter
and the back of the power source
unit. Then strap the inverter in place
with the strap provided located on
the back door. Plug the cigarette
lighter plug of the inverter into the
receptacle of the power source on
back.
12-VOLT POWER INVERTER
RECEPTACLE (BACK)
The 12-volt receptacle on the back
is for connection of a power inverter
only. DO NOT use this receptacle
for 12-volt electric appliances. It is
recommended to stay under 300
watts load on the inverter. The inverter should be rated at a higher
rating than the 300 watts (Example:
350 or 375 watts). The back receptacle has a circuit breaker in series
with the receptacle to protect it. To
reset, push the button on the circuit
breaker switch located next to the
back receptacle.
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STORAGE
Make sure the ON / OFF switch is in the OFF position when storing this unit.
If left in the ON position, the clamps could spark if they come in contact with
each other causing a short circuit which may cause the battery to explode.
For best operation, store at room temperature. Storing in extreme temperature conditions causes the battery to discharge quicker and reduces the
starting power of the unit.
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For Information about troubleshooting:
Call toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.
7 am to 4:30 pm CST Monday through Friday
1-800-621-5485
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 malfunctions or fails within the first 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 it 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
fitness for a particular purpose made in respect to your unit, is limited to the period
of the express warranty set forth above.
For warranty service, return your product, with battery as well as proof of purchase
to the factory or a designated agent:
Schumacher Electric Corporation, Warranty Service Department
1025 Thompson, Hoopeston, IL 60942
Phone: 800-621-5485 (Hours: 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 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
damages. Some states do not allow limitations on the length of the implied
warranty or the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which may vary
from state to state.
ELECTRIC CORPORATION
801 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE • MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056-2179
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