Schumacher IP-1800I Power Supply User Manual


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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS5.
Jump Starting a Vehicle Engine5.1
Turn the vehicle’s ignition OFF before making the cable connections.1.
Foranegativegroundedsystem,clamptheredclip(+)tothepositive2.
terminal of the battery.
Clamptheblackclip(-)toanunpaintedandunmovingpartofthechas-3.
sis or engine block.
NOTE: In the rare case of jump starting a vehicle that has a positive-
groundedvehicleelectricalsystem,connecttheNEGATIVEblackclip(-)
tothenegativeterminal(-)ofthevehiclebattery.ThenconnectthePOSI-
TIVEredclip(+)toanunpaintedandunmovingpartofthevehiclechassis
or engine block. If you are unsure of the nature of the vehicle’s electrical
grounding system, check the owner’s manual of the vehicle. To disconnect
the clips, reverse the order.
Crank the engine. If the engine does not start within 5-8 seconds, 4.
stop 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5.
clip(+)inthatorder.
Recharge the Instant Power™ as soon as possible after use.6.
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.
Before Using the Inverter5.2
Important Safety Instructions:
Keep the Instant Power™ well ventilated in order to properly disperse 1.
heat generated while it is in use. Make sure there are several inches of
clearance around the top and sides and do not block the vents on the
back of the Instant Power™.
Make sure the Instant Power™ is not close to any potential source of 2.
ammablefumes,gasesorclothing.
Keep the Instant Power™ dry.3.
DO NOT allow the Instant Power™ to come into contact with rain or 4.
moisture.
DO NOT operate the Instant Power™ if you, the Instant Power™, the 5.
device being operated or any other surfaces that may come in contact
with any power source are wet. Water and many other liquids can con-
duct electricity, which may lead to serious injury or death.
Do not place the Instant Power™ on or near heating vents, radiators or 6.
other sources of heat.
Do not place the Instant Power™ in direct sunlight. The ideal air tem-7.
perature for operation is between 50° and 80°F.
Do not use the inverter near an open engine compartment where 8.
fumes or gases may accumulate.
Do not modify the AC receptacles in any way.9.
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