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Low Charge Alert (LCA)
On the front of the unit there is a Low Charge Alert port. There is a red plug in this port. With the plug
removed, when the battery needs to be charged a continuous tone will sound telling you the battery level
is low and the Portable Power System needs to be charged. If the LCA plug is removed from its port, the
Portable Power System will automatically sound when the Portable Power System needs charging.
Charging Portable Power System Battery
All rechargeable batteries gradually discharge when left idle, and you need to recharge them periodically to
maintain maximum battery capacity. The AC charger supplied with the Portable Power System is designed
to charge using a 110/120-volt outlet. Using the DC charging cable, the Portable Power System can be
recharged while you drive your vehicle.
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To ensure safe recharging and maximum battery life, recharge the Portable Power System only with the
supplied charger or charging cable or equivalent.
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Fully charge unit with the supplied 110/120-volt AC charger to the recommended maximum and initial
charge time of 36 hours. Thereafter, an AC typical charge time is 18 to 24 hours when using the AC
charger.
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Recharge the unit fully after each use. This will prolong the life of the battery because frequent
discharges between recharges will reduce battery life.
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Make sure all functions of the Portable Power System are turned off during recharging.
Due to inherent self-discharge, lead acid batteries should be charged at least every 4
months, especially in a warm environment. Leaving a battery in a discharged state, or if not recharged
every 4 months, may result in permanent battery damage and poor jump-starting performance.
Do not attempt to recharge the Portable Power System battery if it is frozen. Gradually
warm the frozen battery to 0°C (32°F) before recharging.
Do not operate AC or DC appliances with the Portable Power System while the unit is
being recharged with the AC charger. The AC charger may be permanently damaged if AC appliances
or 12-volt DC appliances are operated while the AC charger is connected.
110/120-Volt AC Charging
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED AC CHARGE OF 36 HOURS.
1.
Disconnect any AC or DC appliance from the Portable Power System outlet and sockets.
2.
Turn all ON/OFF switches to the OFF position.
3.
Insert the AC charger cable into the charging jack located on the front panel.
4.
Plug the AC charger into a standard AC wall outlet.
5.
While the
Portable Power System
is recharging, the red LED charging indicator will be lit. A typical
recharge time is 18 to 24 hours.
6.
After the charging period, disconnect the AC charging cable and press and hold the battery status
button to check the Portable Power System battery voltage level. If the battery is still not fully charged,
reconnect the AC charger cable and continue charging.
12-Volt DC Charging
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED 12VDC CHARGE OF 24 HOURS.
1.
Disconnect any AC or DC appliance from the Portable Power System outlet and sockets.
2.
Turn all ON/OFF switches to the OFF position.
3.
Plug the DC charger cable into any standard 12-volt cigarette lighter/accessory socket.
4.
Insert the DC charger cable into the charging jack located on the front panel.
5.
While the Portable Power System is recharging, the red LED charging indicator will be lit. A typical
recharge time is 12 to 18 hours.
6.
After the charging period, disconnect the DC charging cable and press and hold the battery status
button to check the Portable Power System battery voltage level. If the battery is still not fully charged,
reconnect the DC charger cable and continue charging.
Jump-Starting (Negative Ground Systems Only)
This Portable Power System is equipped with a manual jump-starter ON/OFF switch. Before turning this
switch on, check the power/polarity indicator after both jump-start cable clamps have been connected. If the
light turns RED and an alarm sounds, the clamp connections are incorrect and need to be reversed. If the
light turns GREEN, the clamp connections are correct. When the jump-start cable clamps are connected
and the power/polarity indicator is lit green, it is safe to turn the jump-starter ON/OFF switch to ON.
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Never allow the jump-start cable clamps (red and black) to touch each other or another common
metal conductor. This could cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard.
Always switch off the jump-starter ON/OFF switch and store the jump-start clamps in the appropriate
holder on each side of the Portable Power System after use.
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Jump-start cable clamp connections at the vehicle's battery terminals must be positive to positive
(red clamp to battery "+") and negative (black clamp) to the grounding point such as the metal frame
of the vehicle. A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) may cause damage to the unit
and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard.
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