Silverline Jump Starter Air Compressor & Inverter - Manual (Page 7)

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Charging from a 12V car cigarette lighter socket
Charging from the cigarette lighter socket of your vehicle while in motion
is a convenient way of topping up the charge of your jump starter. However
the jump starter must be positioned in the rear of the vehicle while charging
and the car must be well ventilated. If this isn’t possible, only use the AC
charging method. When charging in the car, regularly check the charge level
to prevent over-charging.
WARNING: Over-charging could produce flammable gases
1. Check all power switches (1)+(2)+(3)+(5)+(13) are in the ‘OFF’
position
2. Plug the 12V Charging Lead (19) into the Charging Socket (6)
3. Insert the cigarette lighter plug of the 12V charging lead into a suitable
car cigarette lighter socket
4. A 12V car cigarette socket extension lead may be required if there is
no socket in the rear of the car and need to extend the cable from the
cigarette lighter socket in the dashboard
5. Only charge until the Battery Charge Indicator (4) green LEDs are lit.
Check the indicator every 45 minutes to 1hr to prevent over-charging.
Initial charge may take up to 12hrs and top up charges may take as
little as 1hr after being used
6. Re-place 12V charging cable in rear compartment of jump starter
after use
Notes:
• Some cars provide a cigarette lighter socket on the dashboard and in
the boot/rear of the car. It is important that the cigarette lighter socket is
disabled when the ignition is switched off otherwise the jump starter can
drain the main battery when parked
• If you choose to charge the jump starter with a cigarette socket in the
rear of the vehicle, it is important to remember not to leave the battery
permanently charging and only charge until a high charge is indicated
on the battery charge indicator. This is more critical with a 12V charging
connection as the charge level is higher than with the AC charger
• The 12V Charging Lead (19) has an internal fuse in the cigarette socket
connector which may blow under certain conditions. Unscrew the
connector to remove the blown fuse. Replace with a fuse of exactly the
same type and rating as the one previously fitted. If the jump starter fails
to charge with the 12V charging cable and the vehicle’s ignition enabled,
check this fuse
• If the jump starter has just been used to start a vehicle, allow 15 minutes
before charging the jump starter in a vehicle, to allow the battery to
stabilise and any flammable vapours to disperse
Charging from 230V supply
1. Check that all power switches (1)+(2)+(3)+(5)+(13) are in the ‘OFF’
position
2. Insert the small plug of the 230V AC Charger (18) into the Charging
Socket (6)
3. Insert the 230V AC charger into a mains power supply socket, check
that the power supply is switched on
• For the initial charge, allow up to 48 hours but regularly check the battery
charge indicator. For a normal top-up charge allow up to 10 hours
• Ensure the charging area is well ventilated with no open flames or high
temperature surfaces, such as a hob, in the vicinity
IMPORTANT: Failure to follow the correct procedure when charging the
batteries will result in permanent damage.
Jump starting
Notes
• Always refer to vehicle handbook before using this product. If the
manufacturer specifies a particular sequence for jump starting, follow the
manufacturer’s advice
• Follow normal starting procedures with regard to pre-charging glow
plugs etc.
• Do not attempt to use this product on anything other than 12V negative
earth vehicle electrical system
• Do not use on vehicles with a 24V battery and electrical system
• The jump starter works in parallel with the fitted battery to provide
increased current capacity.
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Operating Instructions
WARNING: This product features a captive sealed VRLA (valve-regulated
lead acid) battery. It is important that the battery is kept at full charge to
ensure maximum lifespan. Charge immediately on receipt of this product;
immediately after use; and every 1-2 months when not in use.
WARNING: While charging this jump starter it is important that it is not
used or connected to any other device or cable except for either the 12V
Charging Lead (19) or 230V AC Charger (18).
WARNING: This product is not a battery charger. Never connect the 230V
AC charger to the jump starter while the jump starter is connected to a
vehicle’s battery. The jump starter must only be used with the charging
cables disconnected
Charging the battery
• To check the battery condition, move the Power Switch (5) to the ‘ON’
position, ensuring no external cables are attached to the unit. The
battery condition is shown by the Battery Charge Indicator (4). The
charge indicator will display an approximate indication of charge. The
green LEDs indicate a high charge, the amber LED shows a medium
charge and the red LED shows that the battery is at low charge and
requires immediate charging. When the green LEDs are lit it represents
a satisfactory charge, but a more accurate test can be performed with a
multi-meter using the 20V DC voltage setting or the nearest to it above
that range. A fully charged battery should indicate 12.6V or more
• The battery should be charged at 20°C (room temperature)
• Ensure there are no naked flames or other ignition sources near to the
charging area
Product Familiarisation
1 12V Power Switch
2 Compressor Switch
3 Work Light Switch
4 Battery Charge Indicator
5 Power Switch
6 Charging Socket
7 12V Cigarette Lighter Sockets
8 Positive Clamp
9 Negative Clamp
10 Front Fuse Slot
11 Pressure Gauge
12 Work Light
13 Inverter Switch
14 Inverter Indicators
15 230V Output Socket
16 Rear Fuse Socket
17 Compressed Air Line
18 230V AC Charger
19 12V Charging Lead
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