Schumacher 71987 5SEARS User Manual
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Risk of Explosion.
If you have connected the clips backwards, an audio alarm will
sound. dO NOT turn the On/Off switch to the ON position. This could
cause serious damage to the jump starter or the vehicle. Reverse the
connections and the audio alarm will stop.
Crank the engine. If the engine does not start within 5-8 seconds, stop
3.
cranking and wait at least 1 minute before attempting to start the vehicle
again. (This permits the battery to cool down.)
After the engine starts, disconnect the black clip (-) and then the red clip (+)
4.
in that order.
Recharge the jump starter as soon as possible after use.
5.
Risk of Explosion.
To prevent sparking, NEvER allow the clips to touch together or to
contact the same piece of metal. Never attempt to jump start a frozen
battery.
Powering a 12v DC Device:
8.3
The jump starter is a power source for all 12v dC accessories that are
equipped with a 12V accessory plug. Use it for power outages and fishing or
camping trips. Estimated usage time is listed in the chart below.
Make sure the device to be powered is OFF before inserting the 12v dC
accessory plug into the 12v dC accessory outlet.
Ensure that the battery clips are securely clipped on the storage holders.
1.
Open the protective cover of the dC power outlet on the front of the
2.
jump starter.
Plug the 12v dC device into the dC power outlet, and turn the 12v dC
3.
device on (if required).
If the 12v dC device draws more than 15A or has a short circuit, the
4.
internal circuit breaker of the jump starter will trip and disconnect the
power to the device. disconnect the 12v dC device. The breaker will
automatically reset after an overload occurs.
The dC power outlet is wired directly to the internal battery. Extended
operation of a 12v dC device may result in excessive battery drain. Recharge
immediately after unplugging the 12v dC device.
Appliance Type
Estimated Wattage
Estimated Usage Time
Cell Phone
4 watts
54 hours
Fluorescent Light
4 watts
54 hours
Radio, Fan
9 watts
24 hours
depth Finder
9 watts
24 hours
Camcorder, vCR
15 watts
14.4 hours
Electrical Tool
24 watts
9 hours
Electrical Cooler
48 watts
4.5 hours
Car vacuum, Air Compressor
80 watts
2.7 hours
NOTE: Estimated run-times. Actual time may vary. Times are based on the
internal battery being fully charged and in good condition.