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• 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. Failure to follow instructions may cause property damage, explosive
hazard and/or personal injury.
• ALWAYS USE PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT: CONTACT WITH BATTERY
ACID MAY CAUSE BLINDNESS AND/OR SEVERE BURNS.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• ALWAYS store battery 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:
• Skin: 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.
•
Eyes: If battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately– for minimum 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.
3.1 110 Volt AC Charging
IMPORTANT:
• 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 110 volt AC plug of the AC/DC adapter/charger cord into any standard
110 volt AC wall outlet.
2.Plug the 12 volt DC cigarette type plug into the 12 volt DC 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.
2. USING THE START-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 JUMPSTARTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Turn 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:
NEGA
TIVE 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.
TO 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, disconnect the negative (-) clamp
first, then the positive (+) clamp and discontinue jumpstarting procedure.
• Recharge jumpstart system after each use.
WARNINGS:
• ALWAYS disconnect the negative (Black) jumper cable first; followed by the positive (Red)
jumper cable.
SLIDE DOWN AND ROTATE CLAMP OUTWARD
FROM BACK OF UNIT TO REMOVE
Figure 2
Fixed Clamp
Cover
Clamp Holster
Shoulder
6
7
12 Volt DC
Charging Cord
110 Volt AC
Adapter/Charger
Figure 3