Jump Start
Jump Start
Jump Start
VEC012POB
USER’S MANUAL
& WARRANTY INFORMATION
ATTN.: CUSTOMER SERVICE
4140 SW 30th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
• TOLL FREE: (866) 584-5504 • FAX: (954) 584-5556 • IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Control and Function Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Using the Jump-Starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Using the 12 Volt DC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Using the Emergency Area Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Using the Portable Inflator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Inflating Tires or Products With Valve Stems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Inflating Other Inflatables Without Valve Stems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Using the USB Power Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Charging/Recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Battery Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the Power On Board Jump-Start System. 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.
FEATURES
• Keyless ON/OFF Safety Power Switch
• Built-in non-spillable, maintenance-free, heavy duty, AGM, 19 amp/hour, sealed,
lead-acid battery
• 450 instantaneous cranking amps
• Heavy duty #4AWG jumper cables and 450 amp copper clamps, with
exclusive recessed storage channels
• Audible reverse polarity alarm
• Long-life, ultra bright LED Emergency Area Light
• USB Charging Port charges and recharges personal electronics
• 12 Volt DC Accessory Outlet charges and rechages DC appliances
• Easy-to-read LED battery charge status indicators
• Cordless/rechargeable, includes AC and DC charging adapters
• 120 volt AC charger is Underwriter Laboratories safety tested and listed
• Built-in portable inflator for vehicle tires, trailer tires and recreational inflatables,
with lighted analog gauge
• Requires no maintenance (other than recharging) for optimum operation
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Control and Function Guide 1. Turn OFF vehicle ignition and all accessories (radio, A/C, lights, connected cell
phone chargers, etc.). Place vehicle in “park” and set the emergency brake.
4 5 6 2. Make sure the Jump-Starter Power Switch is turned to OFF.
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3 7 3. Remove jumper clamps from clamp tabs. Connect the red clamp first, then
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the black clamp.
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4. Procedure for jump-starting a NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM (negative
battery terminal is connected to chassis) (MOST COMMON)
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4b. Connect NEGATIVE (–) BLACK clamp to chassis or a solid, non-moving,
metal vehicle component or body part. NEVER CLAMP DIRECTLY TO
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NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL OR MOVING PART.
1 5. Procedure for jump-starting POSITIVE GROUND SYSTEMS
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Note: In the rare event that the vehicle to be started has a POSITIVE GROUNDED
SYSTEM (positive battery terminal is connected to chassis), replace steps 4a
and 4b above with steps 5a and 5b, then proceed to step 6.
5a. Connect NEGATIVE (–) BLACK clamp to vehicle battery’s NEGATIVE terminal.
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5b. Connect POSITIVE (+) RED CLAMP to vehicle chassis or a solid, non-
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moving, metal vehicle component or body part. NEVER CLAMP DIRECTLY
TO POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL OR MOVING PART.
6. When clamps are connected properly, turn the Jump-Starter Power Switch to ON.
Front View Back View
7. Turn ON the ignition and crank the engine in 5-6 second bursts until engine starts.
1. Built-in LED Emergency Area Light 9. USB Power Port
8. Turn the Jump-Starter Power Switch back to the OFF position.
2. AC Recharge Port 10. Area Light Power Switch
9. Disconnect the NEGATIVE (–) engine or chassis clamp first, then disconnect the
3. 12 Volt DC Outlet 11. Pressure Gauge
POSITIVE (+) battery clamp.
4. Battery Charge Level Pushbutton 12. Inflator Power Switch
FOLLOW ALL “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” FOUND AT THE
5. LED Battery Status Indicators 13. POSITIVE (+) RED Clamp BEGINNING OF THIS USER’S MANUAL.
6. Jump-Starter Power Switch 14. Air Hose
7. Reverse Polarity Indicator 15. Connector (Chuck) WARNINGS
• Jump-Starter Power Switch should be OFF prior to jump-starting.
8. USB Power Port Power Switch 16. NEGATIVE (–) BLACK Clamp
• This power system is to be used ONLY on vehicles or boats with
12 volt DC battery systems.
• Never touch RED and BLACK clamps together — this can cause
dangerous sparks, power arcing, and/or explosion.
• Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be
damaged if vehicle battery is jump-started. Before jump-starting this
DC/DC AC/DC type of vehicle, read the vehicle manual to confirm that external-
CHARGER/ADAPTER CHARGER/ADAPTER starting assistance is advised.
• Excessive engine cranking can damage the vehicle‘s starter motor. If
the engine fails to start after the recommended number of attempts,
USING THE JUMP-STARTER discontinue jump-start procedure and look for other problems that
This unit is delivered in a partially charged state – you must fully need to be corrected.
charge it before using it for the first time. Initial AC charge should be • After use, turn the Jump-Starter Power Switch OFF.
for 48 hours. • Replace worn or defective parts immediately — contact the Customer
This Jump-Starter is equipped with a safety Power Switch that only allows energy Service Department toll free (866) 584-5504.
to flow when proper connections are made to battery and frame. Once the
connections are properly made, turn the switch ON to jump-start the vehicle.
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