Charging Jump-Starter Battery; Jump-Starting (Negative Ground Systems Only) - Peak PKC0J700 Owner's Manual

Charging Jump-Starter Battery

All rechargeable batteries gradually discharge when left idle, and you need to recharge them
periodically to maintain maximum battery capacity. The AC charger is designed to charge using a
110/120-volt outlet.
• Fully charge unit to the recommended maximum and initial charge time of 24 hours. Thereafter, an
AC typical charge time is 14 to 18 hours.
• Recharge the unit fully after each use. This will prolong the life of the battery because frequent
discharges between recharges will reduce battery life.
• Make sure all functions of the Jump-Starter are turned off during recharging.
Due to inherent self-discharge, lead acid batteries should be charged at least every
4 months, especially in a warm environment. Leaving a battery in a discharged state, or if not
recharged every 4 months, may result in permanent battery damage and poor jump-starting
performance.
Do not attempt to recharge the Jump-Starter battery if it is frozen. Gradually warm
the frozen battery to 0°C (32°F) before recharging.
110/120-Volt AC Charging
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED AC CHARGE OF 24 HOURS.
1. Turn all ON/OFF switches to the OFF position.
2. Remove the rubber cap, and insert the AC charging cord into the charging port located on the
front panel of Jump-Starter.
3. Plug the AC charger into a 110/120-volt AC outlet.
4. All 5 charge status green LEDs will begin blinking, signaling that charging has started. The LCA
alarm blue LED indicator light will turn off.
5. Depending on how discharged the battery is, the following will happen while charging:
• When the battery is 0-5% charged, 1 green LED will be blinking and the 4 other LEDs will be
off
• When the battery reaches 25% charged, 2 green LEDs will be blinking and the 3 other LEDs
will be off
• When the battery reaches 50% charged, 3 green LEDs will be blinking and 2 other LEDs will
be off
• When the battery reaches 75% charged, 4 green LEDs will be blinking and 1 LED will be off
• When the battery reaches 100% charged, all 5 LEDs will stop blinking and remain solid
6. A short period after the charging has been completed, the charger will automatically shut itself off
and all 5 green LEDs will turn off.

Jump-Starting (Negative Ground Systems Only)

This Jump-Starter is equipped with a manual Jump-Starter/USB Ports ON/OFF switch. Before turning
this switch on, check the reverse clamps indicator after both jump-start cable clamps have been
connected. If the red light is lit and an alarm sounds, the clamp connections are incorrect and need to
be reversed. When the jump-start cable clamps are connected correctly, the Blue Ready to Jump LED
is lit AND the reverse clamp indicator is NOT lit, it is safe to turn the Jump-Starter/USB Ports ON/OFF
switch to ON.
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Never allow the jump-start cable clamps (red and black) to touch each other or another
common metal conductor. This could cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/
explosion hazard. Always switch off the Jump-Starter ON/OFF switch and store the jump-start
clamps on the appropriate case clamp posts on the back of the unit after use.
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Jump-start cable clamp connections at the vehicle's battery terminals must be positive to
positive (red clamp to battery "+") and negative (black clamp) to the grounding point such as
the metal frame of the vehicle. A reverse polarity connection (positive to negative) may cause
damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard.
1. Turn off ignition and all vehicle accessories.
2. Make sure the Jump-Starter is fully charged and
the OFF position. Turn any additional functions of your Jump-Starter off.
3. Check your vehicle's owner's manual for proper jump-starting procedure. Many newer vehicles
have a separate location for jump-starting, away from the battery. Always use the vehicle
manufacturer's recommended procedure.
4. Securely connect the red positive (+) cable to the vehicle's positive (+) jumping terminal.
Jump-Starter/USB Ports ON/OFF switch is in
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