Frequently Asked Questions - Projecta INTELLI-START Quick Start Manual

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. Why didn't my Jumpstarter start my vehicle?
A. There could be a number of reasons why the Jumpstarter did not start your vehicle.
Check the following:
1. Ensure the Jumpstarter battery is fully charged. Refer to page 8 ('Battery Status
Indicator') for further information.
2. Ensure you have followed the correct operating procedure. Refer to page 7
('Jumpstarter Instructions').
3. Ensure the vehicle operates on 12V DC.
4. Ensure the vehicle being jumpstarted is in the specified vehicle engine size of
the Jumpstarter. For IS920 up to most 6.0 litre petrol vehicles and for IS1220 up
to most 7.0 litre petrol vehicles and 4.5 litre diesel vehicles.
Q. Can I leave my Jumpstarter connected to the car after it has started?
A. Yes. The Jumpstarter is using Rapid Recharge Technology (RRT) that can rapidly
recover charge from the vehicle's alternator. Leaving the clamps connected to
the vehicle for at least 40 seconds after starting the vehicle will recharge the
Jumpstarter to 100%
charged the RRT will shut off and the user can disconnect the Black clamp and then
the Red clamp.
Q. How often should I charge my Jumpstarter?
A. The Jumpstarter uses Lithium technology which self-discharges only a very small
amount. To be safe the Jumpstarter should be charged at least every year to be sure
it is ready in case of an emergency.
Q. Can I charge the Jumpstarter and use the USB output at the same?
A. Yes, the USB output can be used at the same time as charging via the USB input.
However, the USB output is disabled if the Jumpstarter is charging using RRT.
Q. What is Peak Amps?
A. Peak amps is the maximum current the battery in the Jumpstarter can produce.
Q. What is Clamp Power?
A. Clamp power is the maximum current available at the clamps to start the vehicle.
Q. Why isn't my Jumpstarter charging?
A. The Jumpstarter will not charge or perform Rapid Recharge above 45°C.
If the alternator is above 14.6V or faulty, Rapid Recharge will not work.
2. Tested on a Ford Ranger 3.2L Diesel and Ford Territory 4.0L Petrol with a flat battery in good condition
of the original charge status. Once the Jumpstarter is fully
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