INSTANT POWER PLUS ™ Power Source Model No. PS-500-1A CAUTION: Before first use of power source, read this manual, and follow all its Safety and Operating Instructions with every use. Save these Instructions Schumacher Electric Corporation Mount Prospect, IL 60056 00-99-000293/502...
SAFETY ... 3 Important Safety Instructions ... 3 OPERATION ... 4 Before using your power source ... 4 Low battery audio alarm ... 4 Setting the controls ... 4 Operating instructions ... 5 Use of jump starter feature ... 5 Using the emergency flashing light ...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product contains a sealed non- spillable lead acid battery and must be recycled or disposed of properly. WARNING: Working in the vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous. Batteries re- lease explosive gases during nor- mal operation, charging and jump- starting.
BEFORE USING POWER SOURCE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS This product has an internal battery that requires periodic recharging. Even though the unit is fully charged before shipment, the battery charge may diminish. Charge the unit im- mediately after purchase and af- ter each use and at least once ev- ery 3 months.
USING AS A JUMP STARTER 1. Make sure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position. 2. Use safety glasses to shield eyes while making the connec- tions. 3. Connect the Red (+) Positive clamp to the Positive battery post first. 4.
(FRONT) This unit has an internal sealed lead acid battery. It may be used as a DC power supply for any 12 volt electric appliance with a male ciga- rette lighter plug. To obtain power, plug the 12-volt appliance with a maximum rating not exceeding 15 amps into the front DC receptacle.
STORAGE Make sure the ON / OFF switch is in the OFF position when storing this unit. If left in the ON position, the clamps could spark if they come in contact with each other causing a short circuit which may cause the battery to explode. For best operation, store at room temperature.
1-800-621-5485 LIMITED WARRANTY Schumacher Electric Corporation warrants your unit to be free from defects in material and workmanship, excepting abuse or misuse, for a period of one year from the date of sale to the original user or consumer purchaser. If your unit mal- functions or fails within the first 30 days of the warranty, we will replace it with a new unit.