Charging The Internal Battery Of The Jump Starter; Led Indicators - Schumacher Electric DSR119 Manuel D'utilisation

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CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY OF THE JUMP STARTER

IMPORTANT: CHARGE IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE, AFTER EACH USE AND EVERY 30 DAYS
TO KEEP THE JUMP STARTER'S INTERNAL BATTERY FULLY CHARGED.
Use of an improper extension cord to charge the jump starter could result in a risk of fire and electric shock.
5.1
Make sure:
• That the pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of the plug
on the jump starter.
• That the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition.
• That the extension cord has a wire size of 18 gauge (AWG) [0.82 mm
(15.24 meters) long or less.
To reduce the risk of electric shock unplug the jump starter before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
5.2
When charging the internal battery, work in a well-ventilated area and do not restrict the ventilation in any way.
5.3

LED INDICATORS

5.4
To check the internal battery's charge status, press the Battery Status button on the front of the jump starter.
Internal Battery Status LEDs
RED – 50% or less charge; immediately charge the unit.
YELLOW/ORANGE – 50-75% charge. The jump starter may be used, but should be recharged as soon
as possible.
GREEN – The internal battery is fully charged.
Charging Status LEDs
CHARGING (red) lit – The jump starter is charging (connected to an AC power source.)
MAINTAINING (green) lit – The internal battery has completed charging and is in Maintain Mode.
CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY USING THE BUILT-IN CHARGER
5.5
Charge the internal battery for the jump starter using an extension cord (not included).
NOTE: Use of an improper extension cord may result in a risk of fire and electric shock.
1. To charge, plug an 18 gauge (AWG) or larger extension cord into the charger plug on the back of the
jump starter.
2. Plug the extension cord into a 120VAC electrical wall outlet.
3. While the jump starter is charging, the red Charging LED will be on.
4. Complete charging may take up to 72 hours. When the red Charging LED turns off, the jump starter is
ready to use.
5. When the internal battery is fully charged, the green Maintaining LED will light. The charger will
automatically go into maintain mode and maintain the battery at full charge without damaging it.
6. Charge the jump starter as soon as possible after use.
CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY WHILE DRIVING
5.6
You may also charge the internal battery while driving, using a male-to-male charger cable (part number
94500109 – not included).
IMPORTANT: WHEN USING A 12V PORT CHARGING CABLE, DO NOT CHARGE INTERNAL
BATTERY FOR MORE THAN 30 MINUTES OR LEAVE THE BATTERY UNATTENDED. IT COULD
EXPLODE, CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
1. Make sure the car is running.
2. Insert one end of the accessory cable into the 12V DC power outlet.
3. Insert the other end of the accessory cable into the vehicle's accessory outlet (lighter socket).
NOTE: The red Charging and green Maintaining LEDs do not operate during this method of charging.
Using this method to charge the battery overrides the maintain mode and the battery can be overcharged.
4. Monitor the progress of the charge by pressing the Battery Status button on the front of the unit.
When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the accessory cable from the jump starter, then from
the lighter socket of the vehicle.
NOTE: Completely disconnect the charger cable when the engine is not running.
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