Features - Schumacher SJ1328 Owner's Manual

4. FEATURES

5. 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.
5.1 Use of an improper extension cord to
charge the jump starter could result in a
risk of fire and electric shock. 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
is 50 feet (15.24 meters) long or less.
5.2 To reduce the risk of electric shock unplug
the jump starter before attempting any
maintenance or cleaning.
5.3 When charging the internal battery, work
in a well-ventilated area and do not
restrict the ventilation in any way.
5.4 LED INDICATORS:
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.
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1. Heavy-duty battery clamps
2. 12 Volt DC power outlet
3. Charging status LEDs
4. Internal battery status LEDs
5. Internal battery status button
CHARGING STATUS LEDS
(red) lit – The jump starter is charging
(connected to an AC power source.)
(green) lit – The internal battery has
completed charging and is in Maintain Mode.
5.5 CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY,
USING THE BUILT-IN CHARGER
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
4. Complete charging may take up to 72
hours. When the red
the jump starter is ready to use.
5. When the internal battery is fully
charged, the green
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.
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LED will be on.
LED turns off,
LED will light.