Black & Decker 300 AMP JUMP-STARTER/INFLATOR Instruction Manual page 3

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• Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of vehicle battery, engine or power station
• Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when working with a lead acid
b a t t e ry. A lead acid battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring, or similar metal
object, to skin, causing a severe burn.
• Do not wear vinyl clothing when jump-starting a vehicle when jump-starting a vehicle, friction can cause
dangerous static-electrical sparks.
• Jump-start procedures should only be performed in a safe, dry, well-ventilated area.
• Always store battery clamps when not in use. Never touch battery clamps together. This can cause dangerous
sparks, power arcing and/or explosion.
• When using this unit close to the vehicle's battery and engine, stand the unit on a flat, stable surface, and be
sure to keep all clamps, cords, clothing and body parts away from moving vehicle parts.
• Never allow R E D and B L A C K clamps to touch each other or another common metal conductor — this could
cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard.
a) For negative-grounded systems, connect the POSITIVE (RED) clamp to the POSITIVE ungrounded battery
post and the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not
connect the clamp to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part
of the frame or engine block. Refer to the automobile user's manual.
b) For positive-grounded systems, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the NEGATIVE ungrounded battery
post and the POSITIVE (RED) clamp to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not
connect the clamp to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part
of the frame or engine block. Refer to the automobile user's manual.
• If the connections to the battery 's P O S I T I V E and N E G AT I V E terminals are incorrect, the Reverse Polarity
Indicator will light (red) and the unit will sound a beep. Disconnect clamps and reconnect to battery with
correct polarity.
• Always disconnect the N E G ATIVE (BLACK) jumper cable first, followed by the POSITIVE (RED) jumper cable,
except for positive grounded systems.
• Do not expose battery to fire or intense heat since 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).
• Place this unit as far away from the battery as DC cables permit.
• Never allow battery acid to come in contact with this unit.
• Do not operate this unit in a closed area or restrict ventilation in any way.
• 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 a minimum of 15 minutes and seek
immediate medical attention.
• I M P O RT A N T: This unit is delivered in a partially charged state. Fully charge unit with a household extension
chord (not supplied) for a full 24 hours before using for the first time. You cannot overcharge the unit using the
AC charging method.
• All On/Off switches should 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 recommended appliance power/recharging cords into the 12 volt
DC power outlet on this unit.
• Do not use any accessory that is not recommended or provided by the manufacturer.
• Do not use this unit to operate appliances that need more than 5 amps to operate from the 12 volt DC
a c c e s s o ry outlet.
• This system is designed to be used only on vehicles with a 12 volt DC battery system. Do not connect to a 6
volt or 24 volt battery system.
• This system is not designed to be used as a replacement for a vehicular battery. Do not attempt to operate a
vehicle that does not have a battery installed.
• Excessive engine cranking can damage a vehicle's starter motor. If the engine fails to start after the
recommended number of attempts, discontinue jump-start procedures and look for other problems that may
need to be corrected.
• Do not use this jump-starter on a watercraft. It is not qualified for marine applications.
• 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.
• Read And Understand This Instruction Manual Before Using This Unit.
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules, These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is not guarantee that interference to radio or
television reception, with can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, user is encouraged to
try to connect the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between equipment and receiver.
• Connect equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY:
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(Warning tirangle)
• Follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment
you intend to use with this unit. Review cautionary markings on these products and on engine.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the Black and Decker
unique in the amount of energy it can supply for its size. The internal battery is a high density sealed, lead-acid
b a t t e ry that stores and delivers energy comparable to full sized ordinary jump-starters. Please read this guide
carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and avoid damage to the unit or items that you are using it
with.
The Black and Decker ® 300 Amp Jump-Starter/Inflator is a compact, durable, portable jump-start system for
vehicles that have a standard 12 volt battery system. This self-contained, rechargeable system will start most
vehicles without the need for a host vehicle or 12 volt DC power supply. It can also be used as a portable sourc e
of 12 volt DC electric power in remote locations and/or emergency situations. It is ideal for use with 12 volt DC
cordless, portable, rechargeable products and DC/AC power inverters.
FEATURES
• Keyless ON/OFF Power Switch
• Built-in non-spillable, maintenance-free, heavy duty, 9 amp/hour, sealed, lead-acid battery
• Built-in LED Area Light
• Easy-to-read LED battery charge status indicators
• 12 Volt DC Outlet for powering/recharging 12 volt DC appliances
• Reverse polarity connection warning indicator
• Alternator voltage check
• Built-in portable inflator for vehicle tires and recreational inflatables
• Cordless/rechargeable, includes 120 Volt AC and 12 Volt DC Charging Adapters
• Requires no maintenance (other than recharging) for optimum operation
• Heavy duty cables and clamps
• Exclusive cable storage channels keep jumper cables out of the way until needed
® 300 Amp Jump-Starter/Inflator. This compact jump-starter is
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