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2. By connecting the clamps on the positive and negative terminal of the 2 batteries which are connected together in the 24V vehicle,
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6.8.
RISK OF EXPLOSION
6.8.1.
Never connect the Roadstart on a 24V vehicle when you have selected the 12V voltage.
6.8.2.
If this mistake is made, do not disconnect the voltage selector, because this may cause a spark. It is recommended to disconnect
one of the clamps of the vehicle's battery, to move away from the Roadstart and to wait some minutes while the hydrogen escapes
from the Roadstart. Contact supplier immediately.
6.9.
PROTECTION, fig.13.
6.9.1.
Roadstart is equipped with an internal 500A fuse located inside the positive clamp. It can blow following a short circuit or a too long
starting attempt.
6.9.2.
Test fuse with an external voltmeter if it is suspected that it has blown.
7. STORAGE
7.1.
Store the Roadstart in an upright position, inside, in a cool, dry, child free place.
7.2.
Always make sure the Roadstart is fully charged before storing. When not in use, it is highly recommended to leave the
Roadstart on charge with its original charger.
DO NOT use and/or store the Roadstart in or on any area or surface where damage could occur if the internal battery should
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unexpectedly leak acid.
7.3.
Clamps must be stored on their support posts, ensuring they do not come into contact with any metallic surface.
8. RECHARGING
8.1.
PREVENTING PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE BATTERIES
Note: Correct recharging of the batteries increases the Roadstart's efficiency and its lifespan.
8.1.1.
The Roadstart must be put on permanent charge between use.
8.1.2.
Never recharge the Roadstart 12/24V via the cigarette lighter plug of the Roadstart.
The cigarette lighter plug (outlet 12V) is only connected to one battery and is just provided for the connection of a portable lamp 12V
(maximum 16A) or all other 12V accessories.
8.1.3.
Never completely discharge the Roadstart's batteries because:
The batteries do not have a memory effect.
Danger of irreversible sulphation.
8.1.4.
During the charge, the clamps must never touch a metallic surface. One or several poles in the charging plug may melt.
8.2.
CHARGER CONTROL PANEL fig.14
8.2.1.
Press Start/Stop button to begin charging. If button is not pressed charging
should begin in 10 minutes.
8.2.2.
Power LED (green) lit: connected to mains supply.
8.2.3.
Charging LED (orange) lit: Roadstart battery is charging.
8.2.4.
Charging LED (orange) flashing: Roadstart battery is not charging because
charger has detected a problem.
8.2.5.
Battery defect LED (red) will also light:
Reasons:
1. Battery voltage below 10V after 2 hours of charging - battery may be
defective. make sure there are no loads on the battery, if there
are remove them. If there are no loads have the battery checked or replaced.
Desulphation unsuccessful - Battery may be defective have battery checked
or replaced.
2. Battery is sulphated - Charger is in desulphation mode. Continue charging
for 24 hours. If not successful have battery checked or replaced.
Lack of progress is detected and battery voltage is below 14.2V. The battery
may be overheated. If so allow to cool down. Have battery checked or
replaced.
Battery voltage drops to below 12.2V in maintain mode. The battery will not hold a charge.
may be caused by a drain on the battery or the battery could be bad. make sure there are no loads on
the battery. If there are remove them. If not have the battery checked or replaced.
8.2.6.
Charged/Maintaining LED (green) pulsing: The Roadstart battery is fully charged. The charger moves into float charging mode to
maintain the battery capacity.
8.2.7.
Reverse polarity LED (red) flashing: not applicable as Roadstart has a charging plug.
© Jack Sealey Limited
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