Moving And Storage Instructions; Troubleshooting; Before Returning For Repairs - Schumacher INSTANT POWER IP-1825 Owner's Manual

10. MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

10.1 Store the Instant Power in an upright
position.
10.2 Store inside, in a cool, dry place.
10.3 Do not store the clips on the handle,
clipped together, on or around metal, or
clipped to cables. The clips on the Instant
Power are live and will produce arcing or
sparking if they come in contact with each

11. TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM
The Instant Power won't
jump start my car.
The Instant Power won't
power my 12V device.
The battery in the Instant
Power won't hold a
charge.

12. BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS

If these solutions do not eliminate the problem, or for more information
about troubleshooting, contact customer service for assistance:
For REPAIR OR RETURN, contact Customer Service at 1-800-621-5485.
DO NOT SHIP UNIT until you receive a RETURN MERCHANDISE AUTHORIZATION
(RMA) number from Customer Service at Schumacher Electric Corporation.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Clamps are not making a good
connection to the battery.
Connections are reversed.
The Instant Power's battery is
not charged.
The vehicle's battery is defective.
The 12V device is not
turned on.
The Instant Power's battery is
not charged.
The 12V device draws more
than 15A or has a short circuit.
The battery is bad (will not
accept a charge).
services@schumacherelectric.com
www.batterychargers.com
or call 1-800-621-5485
Monday-Friday 7:00
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other. To prevent accidental arcing, always
keep the clips on the storage holders when
not using them to jump start a vehicle.
10.4 If the Instant Power is moved around the
shop or transported to another location,
take care to avoid/prevent damage to the
cords, clips and Instant Power. Failure
to do so could result in personal injury or
property damage.
Check for poor connection to
battery and frame. Make sure
connection points are clean.
Disconnect the Instant Power
and reverse the clamps.
Press the Battery Status button
on the front of the unit. The LEDs
will indicate the status of charge.
Have the battery checked.
Turn on the 12V device.
Check the battery charge status
by pressing the Battery Status
button.
Disconnect the 12V device.
The internal breaker will
automatically reset after a
minute or two. Try the 12V
device again.
Replace the battery.
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