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Jump-starting a Vehicle Engine
You can use the XPower Powerpack to jump-start a vehicle
engine that has a 12 volt starting battery using the supplied
Jump-Start Cables.
To jump-start a vehicle or boat engine:
1. Turn off the vehicle or boat ignition and all accessories.
2. Engage the park or emergency brake and place the
transmission in park for an automatic or neutral for a
manual.
3. If jump-starting a boat engine, purge the engine
compartment and bilge of all fumes before jump-starting.
4. Connect the jump-start cables to the jumper cable port on
the left side of the XPower Powerpack.
5. Position the XPower Powerpack on a flat, stable surface
near the battery and away from all moving parts of the
engine.
6. Connect the red positive (+) clip of the jump-start cables
to the positive (+) terminal of the engine battery.
The battery’s positive terminal is usually larger in
diameter than the negative terminal. In most vehicles, the
battery’s positive terminal has a red wire connected to it.
Important:
Closely follow these instructions for jump-
starting your vehicle as they are different from the instructions
supplied with other jump-start products or booster cables.
CAUTION
The jump-start feature is designed for short term operation
only—less than 4 seconds. Operating the jump-start
feature for more than 4 seconds may cause damage to the
unit. Allow the XPower Powerpack to cool down for 3–4
minutes after each jump start.