Vector START-IT MAXX VW022APC - Manual (Page 8)

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2.1 EASY, STEP-BY-STEP JUMP-STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
This jump-starter is equipped with an automatic safety switch that only allows
jump-start energy to flow when proper connections are made to battery and
frame. The automatic switch works in conjunction with an audible reverse
polarity alarm and a large red LED. If inadvertent reverse polarity occurs, the
alarm will sound and the red LED will light. Disconnect the black clamp (negative
clamp) first, then the red clamp. Reconnect properly and a green LED will light.
Wait one minute and then turn the key. To recap:
Connect – Red clamp first, then black clamp.
Disconnect – Black clamp first, then red clamp.
Note: The automatic safety switch and polarity alarms require the vehicle
battery to have at least 2 volts when the clamps are connected
1. Turn OFF vehicle ignition and all accessories (radio, A/C, lights, cell phone, etc.).
Place vehicle in park and set the emergency brake.
2. Remove booster clamps from protective holster (Figure 1): simply squeeze the
handles and pull up on the clamp.
3. Procedure for jump-starting a NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM (NEGATIVE
BATTERY TERMINAL IS CONNECTED TO CHASSIS).
3a. Connect positive (+) red clamp to vehicle battery’s positive terminal.
3b. Connect negative (-) black clamp to chassis or a solid, non-moving, metal
vehicle component or body part. Never clamp directly to negative battery
terminal or moving part. If the audible alarm sounds, the polarity is not correct.
Reverse the connections.
4. Procedure for jump-starting POSITIVE GROUND SYSTEMS
(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
3a and 3b above with steps 4a and 4b, then proceed to steps 5 through
7 below.
4a. Connect negative (-) black clamp to vehicle battery’s negative
terminal
4b. Connect positive (+) red clamp to vehicle chassis or a solid, non-moving,
metal vehicle component or body part. DO NOT CLAMP DIRECTLY TO
POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL OR MOVING PART
5. A five (5) second delay is built into this jump-starter unit after the clamp
connections are made. This delay is designed to reduce the possibility of sparking
upon connection. We recommend waiting one (1) minute after making the clamp
connections prior to attempting to start vehicle.
6. Start vehicle (do not turn key for longer than 3-5 seconds).
7. After vehicle starts, remove clamps (disconnect the frame or engine clamp first,
followed by the battery cable) and replace them in the built-in storage holsters.
Squeeze the handles and slide the clamp into position and release your grip.
CAUTIONS:
1. If engine fails to start, leave ignition key turned off and disconnect the negative
(-) clamp first, then the positive (+) clamp. Try again later – the engine may be flooded.
2. Recharge jump-start system after each use.
WARNINGS:
• Always disconnect the engine or frame jumper clamp first; followed by the
battery jumper clamp
• There is a risk of explosive gases being released when batteries are charged or
discharged, failure to follow instructions may cause property damage, explosive
hazard, and/or personal injury