Vector AB121903 User Manual

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING
SAFETY , OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS
PRODUCT . BEFORE USE, READ AND UNDERSTA ND ALL CAUTIONS,
WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS, PLUS YOUR
VEHICLE’S BATTERY MA NUFA CTURER GUIDELINES. FAILURE TO DO SO
COULD RESULT IN POSSIBLE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

4140 SW 28TH WA Y, FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33312

TEL [phone] • FAX [phone]

TOLL-FREE: [phone]

VEC025MY

OWNER’S MANUAL

& WARRANTY INFORMATION

Jump-Start System

© 2003 VECTOR MANUFACTURING, Ltd.

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33312

MADE IN CHINA

AB121903

T ABLE OF CONTENTS

Warnings .......................................1

Cautions ........................................2

Features ........................................3

Important Safety Information .........................4

1. Introduction ......................................5

2. Using Start-It as a jumpstart system

2.1 Easy, step-by-step jumpstarting instructions ............6

3. Charging/recharging

3.1 120 volt ac charging ............................7

3.2 12 volt dc charging .............................8

3. 3 120 volt ac charging using VEC070

automatic 1.5 amp battery charger .................8

3.4 estimated battery life ............................8

4. Operating as a portable power supply

4.1 Operating as a 12 volt DC power supply .............9

4.2 Estimated 12 volt DC usage times ...................9

4.3 Operation as a 120 volt AC power supply ............9

5. Emergency/work light ..............................9

6. Battery replacement

6.1 Battery disposal ...............................10

7. Specifications ...................................10

8. Replacement parts ................................10

W arranty

10. WARRANTY

VECTOR 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM

This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this product, and it sets forth all
the responsibilities of Vector Manufacturing, Ltd., regarding this product. There is no other
warranty other than described herein.

This Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. product is warranted, to the original purchaser only, to be
free of defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase with­out additional charge. The warranty does not extend to subsequent purchasers or users.
V ector Manufacturing, Ltd. will not be responsible for any amount of damage in excess of the
retail purchase price of the product under any circumstances. Incidental and consequential
damages are specifically excluded from coverage under this warranty.

This product is not intended for commercial use. This warranty does not apply to acces­sories or damage to units from misuse or incorrect installation. Misuse includes wiring
or connecting to improper polarity power sources.

RETURN/REPAIR POLICY:Defective products, other than accessories, may be returned postage
prepaid to Vector Manufacturing. Any defective product, other than accessories, that is
returned to Vector Manufacturing within 30 days of the date of purchase will be replaced
free of charge. If such a product is returned more than 30 days but less than two years
from the purchase date, Vector Manufacturing will repair the unit or, at its option, replace
it free of charge.

If the unit is repaired, new or reconditioned replacement parts may be used, at Vector
Manufacturing’s option. A unit may be replaced with a new or reconditioned unit of the
same or comparable design. The repaired or replaced unit will then be warranted under
the terms of the remainder of the warranty period. The customer is responsible for the
shipping charges on all returned items. During the warranty period, Vector Manufacturing, Ltd.
will be responsible for the return shipping charges.

LIMITATIONS: This warranty does not cover accessories, bulbs, fuses and batteries, defects
resulting from normal wear and tear (including chips, scratches, abrasions, discoloration
or fading due to usage or exposure to sunlight), accidents, damage during shipping to our
service facility, alterations, unauthorized use or repair, neglect, misuse, abuse, failure to
follow instructions for care and maintenance, fire, flood and acts of God.

If your problem is not covered by this warranty, call our Technical Support Department
at

[phone]

or toll-free

[phone]

for general repair information and

charges if applicable.
STATE LAW RIGHTS: This warranty gives you specific legal rights. Some states do not allow

limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of inci­dental or consequential damages, so the exclusions or imitations stated herein may not
apply. This warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights. Other rights, which vary
from state to state, may apply.

TO REQUEST WARRANTY SERVICE FOR THIS PRODUCT: Contact Vector Manufacturing Technical
Support by telephone, fax or mail. W e suggest that you keep the original packaging in case
you need to ship the unit. When returning a product, include your name, address, phone
number, dated sales receipt (or copy), and a description of the reason for return and prod­uct serial number. After replacing the unit, we will attempt to return it to you within four weeks.

WARRANTY ACTIVATION: Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Vector
Manufacturing. Enter model number and product type. All Vector Manufacturing, Ltd.

products must be registered within 10 days of purchase

. To activate this war-

ranty, mail completed form, a copy of the original sales receipt to:

VECTOR MANUFACTURING, Ltd.

4140 S.W. 28th Way, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312

AB121903

WARNINGS

JUMPSTART PROCEDURES SHOULD ONL Y BE PERFORMED IN A SAFE,
DRY , WELL VENTILATED AREA OR COMPARTMENT. ANY HATCH OR
ENGINE COMPARTMENT SHOULD BE OPEN AND OR WELL VENTILAT ED
TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR INJURY.

• When working with lead acid batteries, always make sure immediate
assistance is available in case of accident or emergency .

• Always use protective eyewear when using this product: contact with battery acid
may cause blindness and/or severe burns. be aware of first aid
procedures in case of accidental contact with battery acid.

• There is a risk of explosive gases being released when lead acid batteries are
being charged or discharged. failure to follow instructions may cause
property damage, explosive hazard and/or personal injury.

• When charging unit from a 120 volt AC electrical outlet in any wet or damp area,
make sure that the outlet used is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupt
(GFCI) switch.

• When charging the unit near water, do not allow the electrical cords and
outlets to get wet or come near water-electrical shock could result!

• Always store battery clamps in built-in holsters when not in use. never touch bat-
te ry clamps together-this can cause dangerous sparks, power arcing and/or
explosion.

• When using this unit in proximity to the vessel’s or vehicle’s battery and engine,
stand the unit on AC flat, stable surface, and be sure to keep all clamps, cords,
clothing and body parts away from moving vehicle components.

• Do not wear vinyl clothing when jumpstarting a vessel or vehicle-friction can cause
dangerous static electricity sparks. remove all jewelry or metal objects that could
cause short circuits or react with battery acid.

• Always disconnect the negative (black) jumper cable first: followed by the positive
(red) jumper cable.

• Never allow red and black clamps to touch each other or another common metal
conductor-this could cause damage to the unit and/or create sparking/explosion
hazard. always store battery clamps in built-in holsters when not in use.

• Do not expose battery to fire or intense heat as it may explode. before disposing
of the battery , protect exposed terminals with heavy-duty electrical tape to prevent
shorting (shorting can result in injury or fire).

• Do not smoke or use inflammable items (matches, cigarette lighters, etc.) while
workingon a vehicle’s battery system.

• Keep unit out of reach of children (whether stored or in use).

FIRST AID:

•SSSSKKKKIIIINNNN::::if battery acid comes in contact with skin, rinse immediately with water , then

wash thoroughly with soap and water. if redness, pain, or irritation occurs,
seek immediate medical attention.

•EEEEYYYYEEEESSSS::::if battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately-for mini-

mum of 15 minutes seek immediate medical attention.

CAUTIONS

CAUTION STATEMENTS ADVISE AGAINST CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND
PRACTICES THAT MA Y RESUL T IN DAMAGE TO VEHICLES, APPLIANCES
AND/OR THE STA R T-IT JUMPSTART SYSTEM.

• Important: although this unit is delivered in a partially-charged state - you must
fully charge it with the supplied 120 volt AC charger for a full 24 hours, before
using it for the first time.

• Important: do not overcharge unit, this will reduce battery life.

• Use only the supplied cords for recharging/operating this unit. do not recharge
for more than 3-4 hours maximum using 12 volt DC method. recharge unit after
each use.

• All on/off switc h e s s hould be in the off position when the unit is charging or not
in use. make sure all switches are in the off position before connection to a power
source or load.

• Never insert anything other than the supplied power/recharging cords or
recommended appliance power/recharging cords into the 12 volt DC
charging/power socket on this unit. do not use any accessory that is not recom-
mended or provided by the manufacturer.

• Do not use this unit to operate appliances that draw more than 20 amps.

• This system is designed to be used only on vessels or vehicles with 12 volt dc bat-
tery systems. do not connect to a 6 volt or 24 volt battery syste m.

• This system is not designed to be used as a replacement for a vehicular battery.
Do not attempt to jumpstart a vessel or vehicle that does not have a battery
installed.

• Excessive engine cranking can damage a vessel’s or vehicle’s starter motor.
if the engine fails to start after the recommended number of attempts. discontinue
jumpstart procedure and look for other problems that may need to be corrected.

• Although this unit contains a non-spillable battery, it is recommended that unit be
kept upright during storage, use and recharging. to avoid possible damage that
may shorten the unit’ s working life, protect it from direct sunlight, direct heat
and/or moisture.

• Check unit periodically for wear and tear. replace worn or defective parts imme-
diately. Contact Vector® customer service department at [phone] or toll
free [phone].

• Do not attempt to jumpstart a frozen battery .

• Never submerge this unit in water .

B ATTERY REPLACEMENT:

It is recommended to return unit to V ector® customer service for battery replace-
ment: contact [phone] or toll free [phone].

B ATTERY DISPOSAL:

This unit contains a maintenance-free, sealed, non-spillable, lead acid battery which
must be disposed of properly. some states require recycling. Disposal questions? in
usa, call [phone].

6. BATTERY REPLACEMENT

It is recommended that the unit be returned t o V ector®customer service for battery
replacement: contact [phone].

6.1 BATTERY DISPOSAL
Contains a maintenance-free, sealed, non-spillable, lead acid battery, which must

be disposed of properly. Some states require recycling - contact your local authori-
ty for information.

THIS UNIT CONTAINS A MAINTENANCE-FREE,
SEALED, NON-SPILLABLE, LEAD ACID BATTERY
WHICH MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
SOME STA TES REQUIRE RECYCLING. DISPOSAL
QUESTIONS? IN USA, CALL 1-877-288-7722

W ARNINGS:

• Do not dispose of the battery in fire as this may result in an explosion.

• Before disposing of the battery, protect exposed terminals with heavy-duty
electrical tape to prevent shorting (shorting can result in injury or fire).

• Do not expose battery to fire or intense heat as it may explode.

7. SPECIFICATIONS

Models ..................................VEC025MB, VEC025MY

Voltage ............................................12volt D C

Boost Power .......................400Instantaneous Cranking Amps

Peak Ampere Power ...................................900Amps

Battery Typ e ...........Sealed, lead- acid, rechargeable,maintenance-free,

12 volt DC, 19 amp-hour

Bulb ....................................12volt 0.4 Amp Krypton

Booster Cables ...........................#4awg welding cable with

400 amp nickel plated

copper clamps

Accessory socket self-resetting breaker .......................20Amps

Charging cord . . . . . . . . . . .............................12volt D C

Adapter/charger ...............120voltAC(600ma, 12 volt DC output)

Height ......................................11-3/4” (29.845cm)

Depth . . . . . . . ................................6-1/4” (15.875cm)

Width ......................................11-5/8” (29.528cm)

Weight ........................................18lbs. (8.164kg)

8. REPLACEMENT PARTS

for replacement parts (bulbs, batteries, fuses, etc.), contact Vector®customer service:
[phone].

FEATURES

• Heavy duty, professional quality.

• Easy-to-use: emergency jumpstarter for boats, cars, light trucks, jet skis, personal
water craft, snowmobiles, farm equipment, airplanes, small SUVs and RVs (any
12 volt battery system).

• Provides instant 12 volt DC power - whenever and wherever it’ s needed.

• Ideal for vessel, vehicle, home, tailgate parties, beach, picnic, campsite, wilder-
ness, utility power outages, emergency repair, etc.

• Sturdy and compact unit provides up to 50 hours of completely portable 12 volt
dc power.

• Built-in cigarette lighter-type socket for use with 12 volt dc accessories or DC/AC
inverter for use with 120 volt AC accessories.

• Portable, safe & convenient - goes where extension cords can’t reach and utility
power is not available.

• ON/OFF safety power switch (no key required, no key to get lost!).

• Cordless/rechargeable - includes charging cords for standard 120 volt AC wall
socket and vehicle’s 12 volt dc accessory outlet.

• Power ful - 400 instantaneous cranking amps; 900 peak amps.

• Solid-state, automatic operation and built-in circuit protection.

• Safe to use, transport and store.

• Includes non-spillable, maintenance-free, heavy-duty , 19 amp hour sealed bat-
tery .

• Requires no maintenance (other than recharging) for optimum operation.

• Molded high-impact case is tough and durable.

• Built-in, heavy-duty , corrosion resistant industrial grade nickel plated copper
clamps contacts and #4awg jumper cables - with exclusive spring-loaded, quick-
release storage holsters.

• 120 volt A C charger is Underwriter Laboratories safety tested and listed.

• Easy-to-read led battery charging/status indicators.

• Built-in halogen work/emergency light with ultra-bright krypton bulb for roadside
repairs and use in remote locationswithout utility power .

1. 12 volt DC charger/output socket,
with overload protection

2. Safety on/off power switch (no key required)

3. Charge status button

4. Heavy-duty #4awg welding quality jumper cables

5. Heavy-duty, nickel plated copper clamps

6. Exclusive, quick-release, spring-loaded
clamp holsters

7. 120 volt AC/DC charging adapter cord

8. 12 volt DC/DC charging adapter cord

9. Built-in emergency worklight

10. Light on/off switch

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4. OPERATION AS A PORT ABLE POWER SUPPLY

4.1 OPERATION AS A 12 VOLT DC POWER SUPPLY
NOTE: Make sure that the unit‘s safety on/off switch is always in the off position when

using the 12 volt DC accessory outlet.

1. Lift up the cover of the unit‘s 12 volt DC cigarette lighter-type receptacle.

2. Insert the 12 volt D C plug from the appliance into the receptacle on the unit.

3. Switch on the appliance and operate as usual.

CAUTION: DO NOT USE THIS UNIT TO OPERATE APPLIANCES THAT DRAW MORE

THAN 20 AMPS.

4.2 ESTIMAT ED 12 VOLT DC USAGE TIMES
T able II shows the estimated 12 volt DC operation times when using a fully-charged

system.

T able II - ST ART -IT as a 12 volt DC power supply

APPLIANCE TYPE ESTIMATED POWER ESTIMATED USAGE

CONSUMPTION (IN W ATTS) TIME (IN HOURS)
CELL PHONE 3 35
FLUORESCENT LIGHT 4 30
RADIO, FAN, DEPTH FINDER 9 21
CAMCORDER, VCR, SPOTLIGHT 15 12
POWER TOOLS, BILGE PUMP 2 4 7
ELECTRIC COOLER 48 3
AIR COMPRESSOR, CAR VACUUM 80 1.5

NOTE: all times are approximate, and based upon fully charged unit.

4.3 OPERATION AS A 120 VOLT AC POWER SUPPLY
use with VE C040 (50 watt), VEC023 (175 watt), or VEC024 (400 watt) MAXX

®

power

inverters, sold separately. for estimated usage times, see chart provided with inverter .

1. Lift up the cover of the unit ‘s 12 volt DC cigarette lighter-type receptacle .

2. Insert the 1 2 volt DC plug from the power inverter into the receptacle on the unit.

3. Plug the appliance into the 120 volt A C receptacle on the inverter.

4. Switch on the appliance and operate as usual.

CAUTION: DO NOT USE THIS UNIT TO OPERATE APPLIANCES THA T DRAW MORE THAN

200 WATTS OR EXCEED MAXIMUM WATTAGE OF INVERTER.

5. EMERGENCY/WORK LIGHT

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1. Replacement bulbs are available from Vector®customer service department; call
[phone].

2. Remove the lens cover.

3. Remove the burned-out bulb.

4. Replace with a new bulb (12 volt 0.4 amp krypton bulb) available from Vector

®

cus-

tomer service department; call [phone].

5. Snap the lens cover back into place.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

CAUTION: READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND PRODUCT LABELING CAREFULLY, FOR COM-

PLETE INSTRUCTIONS, BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT . FOLLOW
RECOMMENDED WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, SAFETY PROCEDURES AND
MANUFACTURER GUIDELINES FOR YOUR VEHICLE’S BATTERY.

• Important: although this unit is delivered in a partially-charged state-you
must fully charge it with the supplied 120 volt A C charger for a full 24 hours,
before using it for the first time.

• Important: do not overcharge unit, this will reduce battery life. charge until
green “charged” indicator is lit when charge status button is pressed. after green
“charged” indicator lights comes on when charge status button is pressed, unit can
be top-off charged for an additional hour using the D C method or 2-4 hours using
the AC method.

• Fully recharge unit after each use or when charge status indicator shows lower
than “full” and every 2 months when not in use.

• Always recharge in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from water and fumes.

• When charging in any wet or damp area from a 120 volt electrical outlet, make
sure that the outlet used is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) switch.

• When charging the unit near water (pool, dockside, beach, etc.) do not allow the
electrical cords and outlets to get wet or come near water -
electrical shock could result!

• Use only the supplied cords for recharging/operating this unit.

• It is recommended that unit be kept upright during use and when recharging.

• When not in use, store unit with on/off switch turned off.

SAFETY WARNINGS:

• There is a risk of explosive gases being released when batteries are impro
erly charged or discharged. failure to follow instructions may cause property dam-
age, explosive hazard and/or personal injury.

• Always use protective eyewear when using this product. contact with battery acid
may cause severe burns.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Always store battery clamps in built-in holsters when not in use. never touch bat-
te ry clamps together - this can cause dangerous sparks, power arcing and/or
explosion.

FIRST AID:

•SSSSKKKKIIIINNNN::

::

If battery acid comes in contact with skin, rinse immediately with water,
then wash thoroughly with soap and water. if redness, pain or irritation

occurs, seek immediate medical attention.

•EEEEYYYYEEEESSSS::::if battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately - for min-

imum of 15 minutes - seek immediate medical attention.

3.2 12 VOLT DC CHARGING

The START -IT system also comes with a DC/DC charging cord, for recharging the unit
from the 12 volt D C cigarette lighter socket in a vehicle or boat. note: this recharging
method will NO T recharge the unit as effectively as recharging from a 120 volt AC
outlet. the 12 volt D C recharging procedure is recommended only when it is neces-
sary, as continued use of the 12 volt DC recharging procedure may shorten the ba t-
tery system’ s life.

W ARNING: DO NOT RECHARGE FOR MORE THAN 6 HOURS MAXIMUM USING 12 VOLT

DC METHOD.

1.NOTE: If unit is fully discharged, it is recommended that the vehicle being used for

recharging be left running while the unit is being charged via the 12 volt dc
method.

2. Insert one end of t he DC/DC charging cord into the 12 volt DC cigarette lighter recep-

tacle on the vehicle or boat.

3. Insert the plug at the other end of this power cord into the 12 volt D C receptacle on the

front panel of the unit.

4. Charge the unit until the green full led indicator lights when charge status indicator but-

ton is pressed. Do not exceed 6 hours maximum.

5. When charging is completed, remove the power cord and store in a safe place.

3.3 120 VOLT AC CHARGING USING VEC070 AUTOMAT IC BATTERY CHARGER

(purchased separately)

1. Install the charger’ s D C wire with battery clips.

2. The jumpstarter has a high-current switch for turing the heavy-duty clamps on and off,

make sure the safety switch is turned off.

3. Connect the positive (red) DC battery clip to the red positive jumpstarter clamp.

4. Connect the negative (black) DC battery clip to the black negative jumpstarter clamp.

5. Connect the charger to an A C outlet or extension cord rated at 18 AW G or larger .

6. Turn on the safety switch and observe the red led on the charger for proper operation.

7. Charge the Start-It until the green charged led lights when charge status

button is pressed.then continue charging for another hour .

8. When charging is complete, turn off the safety switch.

9. Disconnect the charger from the AC outlet or extension cord.

10. Disconnect the charger’s battery clips from the jumpstarter’s clamps.

11. Store the charger as described in it’s owner’s manual.

12. Place the jumpstarter back into service.

3.4 ESTIMATE D BA TTERY LIFE

Table I shows the relationship of the frequency of use between recharging and the
expected number of discharge/recharge cycles

T able I - estimated battery life

Average number of uses Potential total number
(jumpstart or discharges) of jumpstart or discharge cycles

between recharges (lifetime of unit battery)

1 1000+
5700+

10 500+

1. INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on selecting the Vector

®

Sta rt -It jumpstart system & 12 volt D C power sup-
ply . Please read this guide carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and avoid
damage to the unit or items with which you are using it. this manual describes models
VEC025MB (blue) and VEC0 2 5MY (yellow).

The Vector®Sta rt -It jumpstart system & 12 volt DC power supply is a compact, durable and
portable jumpstart system for vehicles and boats that have a standard 12 volt battery
system. This self-contained, rechargeable system will start most boats and vehicles without
the need for a host or 120 volt A C power supply. It can also be used as a safe, portable
source of 12 volt DC electric power in remote locations and/or emergency situations. it is
ideal for use with Vector

®

12 volt DC cordless, portable, rechargeable products and

MAXX®DC/AC power inverters. use the Start-It to:

----JJJJUUUUMMMMPPPPSSSSTTTTAAAARRRRTTTT::::Any vehicle with a standard 12 volt D C battery system; boat, truck, car,

airplane, rv, personal watercraft, snowmobile, tractor , etc.

----OOOOPPPPEEEERRRRAAAATTTTEEEE::::11112222vvvvoooollllttttDDDDCCCC::::Fans, inflators, fluorescent work lights, cellular phones*, air

compressors, inflators, spotlights, tvs, portable radios, cassette, cd players and more.
*can quick-charge a cellular phone by using the phone’s 12 volt D C adapter cord.

-OOOOPPPPEEEERRRRAAAATTTTEEEE::::CCCCEEEERRRRTTTTAAAAIIIINNNN111122220000VV

V

VOOOOLLLLTTTTAAAACCCCAAAACCCCCCCCEEEESSSSSSSSOOOORRRRIIIIEEEESSSS

(requires D C to AC power inverter ,

sold separately)

The ST ART-IT system has an easy-to-read, series of LED (light emitting diode) charge indi-
cators that show when the unit is fully charged or the level of charge in the battery.
charge level can be viewed when the charge status button is pressed. a 12 volt DC cig-
arette lighter-type socket is provided for use with appliances that can operate from a
vehicle cigarette lighter. this allows maximum portability and utility when the Start-It is
used in remote locations.

For maximum convenience, the S TART - IT can be recharged from any standard 120 volt
A C or 12 volt D C power source using the built-in 12 volt socket and the appropriate
charging/adapter cord. when depressed, the push for

status switch will show the battery ‘s power level status (from low to full). the green led
full indicator illuminates when the unit is fully recharged. an on/off switch operates the
built-in work/emergency light.

WARNING:

Lead-acid batteries generate hydrogen gas during normal operation. more gas is generated when the battery is
charging. hydrogen gas is: EXPLOSIVE • POISONOUS TO BREATHE • HIGHLY FLAMMABLE

To avoid an explosion and/or the possibility of being splashed with battery acid:

• Never allow the red and black clamps to touch each other or a common metal object.

• Only attempt to jumpstart a vehicle or boat in a well ventilated area.

• Always connect the red (+) clamp to the positive (+) battery te rminal first.

• Do not connect the black (-) clamp to the negative (-) battery terminal.

• Connect the black (-) clamp to a non-moving metal part on the engine.

CAUTIONS:

1. To avoid possible damage that may shorten the unit’s working life, protect this unit from direct sunlight, direct

heat and/or moisture.

2. This system is designed to be used only on boats or vehicles with 12 volt dc battery systems.

3. This system is not designed to be used as a replacement for a vehicular battery .
recommendations for optimum performance of the

START-IT jumpstart system:

WARNING: never insert anything other than the supplied power/recharging cords or recommended
appliance power/recharging cords into the charging/power sockets on this unit.

IMPORT A NT: the safety on/off switch should be in the off position when the unit is charging, or not in use.

2. USING THE STAR T-IT AS A JUMPSTART SYSTEM

CAUTIONS:

• Before using this system to jump start any boat or vehicle engine, read and
understand all instructions, safety tips, Warnings and Cautions and first aid
information provided in this manual and on the product labeling. additional
important information may also be provided by the vessel’ s or vehicle ‘s battery
system manufacturer.

• Excessive engine cranking can damage the vessel’s or vehicle ‘s starter motor . If
the engine fails to start after the recommended number of attempts, discontinue
jumpstart procedure and look for other problems that may need to be corrected.

2.1 EASY, STEP-BY -STEP JUMPST A RTING INSTRUCTIONS

1. T urn off vessel’s or vehicle’ s ignition and all accessories (radio, a/c, lights, cell

phone, etc.). place vehicle in “park” and set the emergency brake.

2. Make sure jumpstart system safety switch is turned off.

3. Follow procedure for negative or positive grounded system, as follows:

NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM
(negative battery terminal is connected to main
engine block MOST COMMON METHOD:

• To remove booster clamps from protective holster
(fig. 2): simply pull down on clamp, (shoulder rest
is spring loaded)-rotate top of clamp outward
while you pull down-when clear of clamp
cover remove clamp. T o replace booster clamp
into protective holster - return clamp to shoulder
rest, rotate out and push down then slide clamp
up into protective cover.

• Connect positive (+) red clamp to vehicle battery ‘s
positive terminal.

• Connect negative (-) black clamp to chassis or a
solid, non-moving, metal main engine part. never
clamp directly to negative battery terminal or moving
part. of engine.

4. Turn jumpstart system’s safety switch to on position.

5. Start vehicle (do not turn key for longer than 5-6 seconds).

6. After vehicle starts, turn jumpstart system ‘s power switch to off position. remove

clamps (disconnect the negative (black) jumper cable first; followed by the
positive (red) jumper cable) and replace them in the built-in storage holsters.or
moving part.

CAUTIONS:

• If vessel or vehicle fails to start, leave vessel or vehicle ignition key turned off, dis-
connect the negative (-) clamp first, then the positive (+) clamp and discontinue
jumpstarting procedure.

• recharge jumpstart system after each use.

• Never allow red and black clamps to touch each other or another common metal conductor - this could
cause damage to the unit and/or create sparking/explosion hazard.

• There is a risk of explosive gases being released when batteries are improperly charged or discharged. fail-
ure to follow instructions may cause property damage, explosive hazard and/or personal injury .

• Always use protective eyewear when using this product: contact with batteryacid may cause blindness
and/or severe burns.

• Keep out of reach of children.

• Always store batter y clamps in built-in holsters when not in use. never touch battery clamps together-this can
cause dangerous sparks, power arcing and/or explosion.

FIRST AID:

•SSSSKKKKIIIINNNN::::if battery acid comes in contact with skin, rinse immediately with water , then

wash thoroughly with soap and water. if redness, pain, or irritation occurs,
seek immediate medical attention.

•EEEEYYYYEEEESSSS::::if battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately-for mini-

mum of 15 minutes-seek immediate medical attention.

3. CHARGING/RECHARGING

For maximum battery life, we recommend that the Start-It system be kept fully
charged at all times. if the battery is allowed to remain in a discharged state,
battery life may be shortened. NOTE: recharging battery after each use will prolong
battery life; frequent discharges between recharges will reduce battery life.

3.1 120 VOLT AC CHARGING

IMPORTAN T:

• Make sure safety on/off switch is in off position during recharging.

• Charge unit for full 24 hours, prior to first use.

• Recharge unit fully after each use.

• Recharge unit every two months, when it has not been used.

1. Simply plug the 120 volt AC plug of the AC/DC adapter/charger cord into any

standard 120 volt A C wall outlet.

2. Plug the 12 volt DC cigarette type plug into the 12 volt D C receptacle on the unit.

3. Charge this device for until the full LED indicator lights when charge status button

is pressed.

4. NOTE: the unit can be overcharged (which will shorten the life of the battery - do

not charge with ac charging procedure for more than 24 hours maximum.

5. when charging is completed, remove the power cord and store in a safe place.

Fixed Clamp

Cover

SLIDE DOWN AND ROTATE CLAMP

OUTWARD FROM BACK OF

UNIT TO REMOVE

Clamp Holster

Shoulder

120 volt AC

Adapter/Charger

12 volt DC

Charging Cord

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