Jump-N-Carry JNC8550, JNC8800 - Jump Starter Manual

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Owner's manual (29 pages)

Table of Contents

Contents

1 Safety Information
2 Features
3 Battery Status Gauge
4 Recharging
5 Jump Starting Instructions
6 Performance
7 Troubleshooting/FAQs
8 Storage
9 Battery Replacement
10 For Warranty or Service
11 Documents / Resources
- 11.1 References
- 11.2 Download manual

Jump-N-Carry JNC8550, JNC8800 - Jump Starter Manual

Safety Information


Read these instructions completely before using the *Jump-N-Carry* and save them for future reference. Before using the *Jump-N-Carry* to jump start a car, truck, boat or to power any equipment, read these instructions and the instruction manual/safety information provided by the car, truck, boat or equipment manufacturer. Following all manufacturers' instructions and safety procedures will reduce the risk of accident.
	Working around lead-acid batteries may be dangerous. Lead-acid batteries release explosive gases during normal operation, charging and jump starting. Carefully read and follow these instructions for safe use. Always follow the specific instructions in this manual and on the *Jump-N-Carry* each time you jump start using the *Jump-N-Carry. All lead-acid batteries (car, truck and boat) produce hydrogen gas which may violently explode in the presence of fire or sparks. Do not smoke, use matches or a cigarette lighter while near batteries.* Do not handle the battery while wearing vinyl clothing because static electricity sparks are generated when vinyl clothing is rubbed. Review all cautionary material on the *Jump-N-Carry* and in the engine compartment.
	Always wear eye protection, appropriate protective clothing and other safety equipment when working near lead-acid batteries. Do not touch eyes while working on or around lead-acid batteries.
	Always store clamps in their holsters, away from each other or common conductors. Improper storage of clamps may cause the clamps to come in contact with each other, or a common conductor, causing the battery to short circuit and generate high enough heat to ignite most materials.
	Use extreme care while working within the engine compartment, because moving parts may cause severe injury. Read and follow all safety instructions published in the vehicle's Owner's Manual.
	While the reserve power battery in the Jump-N-Carry is a sealed lithium cell with no free liquid acid, batteries being jump started with the Jump-N-Carry unit likely contain liquid acids which are hazardous if spilled.

Charge the internal lithium battery for 12 hours upon initial purchase, charge as indicated on the status display and charge every 90 days when not in use.

Failure to follow instructions may cause damage or explosion, always shield eyes. Read entire instruction manual before use.

This product can expose you to chemicals, including Vinyl-Chloride, Styrene and Acrylonitrile, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

In the rare event that your Jump-N-Carry contains a damaged or missing item, does not perform as specified, or requires warranty service, please call Technical Service at (913) 310-1050. Save your purchase receipt, it is required for warranty service.

This unit has a internal reserve power lithium battery that should be kept charged. Recharge when first purchased, as indicated to do so by the display, and every three months if not used. Failure to perform maintenance charges may cause the battery life to be reduced greatly.

When charging the internal reserve power lithium battery, use only the included wall charger. This charger is exactly designed for use with the internal battery. Use of another charger could result in permanent unit damage and/or personal injury.

General precautions for use:

Someone should always be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes. Protective eyewear should always be worn when working near lead-acid batteries.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood eye with cold running water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention immediately.
Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto a battery. It might spark or short circuit the battery or another electrical part that may cause explosion.
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a shortcircuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.
Use the Jump-N-Carry for jump starting lead-acid batteries only. Do not use for jump starting dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances.
These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.
NEVER charge or jump start a frozen battery.
To prevent arcing, NEVER allow clamps to touch together or to contact the same piece of metal.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may result in a risk of damage to the unit or injury to personnel.
When using the power extension cord, pull on the plug and never on the wire when disconnecting.
Do not recharge the Jump-N-Carry with a damaged power extension cord. Replace it immediately.
The Jump-N-Carry may be used under any weather condition – rain, snow, hot or cold temperatures.
Do not submerge in water.
Do not operate with flammables such as gasoline, etc.
If the Jump-N-Carry receives a sharp blow or is otherwise damaged in any way, have it checked by a qualified service person. Take it to the closest battery recycler in your area.
Do not disassemble the Jump-N-Carry. Have it checked by a qualified service person.
The Jump-N-Carryshould never be left in a completely discharged state for any period of time. Damage to the reserve power battery could occur, with poor performance as a result. When not in use, recharge every three (3) months.
Always store, use and charge the Jump-N-Carry in an area where children cannot get to the unit.

Features

The Jump-N-Carry provides plenty of power for starting vehicles – more than enough to start most cars and light trucks.
The Jump-N-Carry utilizes an ultracapacitor power source, which is largely unaffected by cold temperatures.
The Jump-N-Carry features an internal reserve power lithium battery to power the ultacapacitor when the disabled vehicle's battery is extremely discharged.
The Jump-N-Carry features a status display for the reserve power battery, allowing you to know its state of readiness for use.
The Jump-N-Carry features a 12 Volt input and included extension cord, allowing you to charge the capacitor directly from a vehicle or other 12 Volt power source.
The Jump-N-Carry features convenient side-mounted holsters with cable tracks for easy cable and clamp management. Always re-wrap cables and re-holster the clamps after each use.

Battery Status Gauge

The unit features a LED status display to alert you to the state of charge of the internal reserve power lithium battery. Press the Jump Start button to display the battery status on the gauge.

4 lights – fully charged
3 lights – 75% charged
2 lights – 50% charged – charge soon
1 or zero lights – charge immediately

Recharging

Note: Upon initial purchase, charge the internal reserve power lithium battery until full.

There are options for charging your Jump-N-Carry. First, you can charge the internal reserve power lithium battery, which can later be used to charge the ultracapacitor when it is needed for jump starting. Second, you can charge the ultracapacitor directly for immediate use. Both options are reviewed below: Charging the internal reserve power lithium battery.

Only use the included wall charger. Use of any other charging device could result in damage to the unit and/or personal injury.

Connect the microUSB end of the supplied wall charger to the Jump-N-Carry via the micro USB LITHIUM BATTERY CHARGE PORT in the control panel.
Connect the wall charger to an AC outlet.
Charging progress is indicated by the status LED on the wall charger.
- Red = Charging
- Green = Charge Complete
Charge until the wall charger indicates charge complete.

Note: The unit can remain connected to the wall charger indefinitely without adverse consequences.

Directly charging the ultracapacitor for immediate use.

Note: We refer to this method as "for immediate use" because ultracapacitors, while very powerful, do not hold a charge for more than a few days. This method should only be used to charge the unit when it will be used to jump start very soon after charging the ultracapacitor.

Connect the pin jack end of the supplied 12V cable to the Jump-N-Carry via the 12V CAPCITOR CHARGE PORT in the control panel.
Connect the 12V Male Pulg end of the 12V cable to a 12V power port.
Charging progress is indicated by the % READY TO JUMP display on the right of the control panel.
Charge until % READY TO JUMP display indicated 100% state of charge.

Jump Starting Instructions

Note: The unit is designed to be used as a jump starter only when the ultracapacitor is above 80% ready to jump as indicated on the control panel.

Use in a well ventilated area.
Shield eyes. Always wear protective eyewear when working near batteries.
Review this instruction manual and the instruction/safety manual provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle being jump started.
Turn ignition off before making cable connections.
Stay clear of batteries while jump starting.
Clamp the positive (red +) clamp to the positive terminal on the vehicle battery (for negative ground system), or an alternate vehicle starting point as recommended by vehicle manufacturer.
Clamp the negative (black –) clamp to the vehicle ground (non-moving metal part, such as the vehicle frame).
Make sure the cables are not in the path of moving engine parts (belts, fans, etc.).
When connection is made, the VEHICLE VOLTAGE display on the control panel will display the disabled vehicle's state of charge and the unit will indicate the next step to take:
1. PRESS JUMP START – the disabled vehicle's state of charge is high enough to use to charge the ultracapcitor. Press JUMP START and the unit will count up as the ultracapacitor is charged to full from the disable vehicle's battery and the Green READY LED is lit. The unit will sound an audible beep indicating it is ready to jump start. The jump starter function is engaged for 30 seconds after which the unit will return to idle mode.
2. PRESS RESERVE POWER – the disabled vehicle's state of charge is not high enough to use to charge the ultracapcitor. Press RESERVE POWER and the unit will count up as the ultracapacitor is charged to full from the internal lithium battery and the Green READY LED is lit. The unit will sound an audible beep indicating it is ready to jump start. The jump starter function is engaged for 30 seconds, after which the unit will return to idle mode.
3. No lights lit / no vehicle voltage shown – the disabled vehicle's battery is so discharged that the jump starter cannot recognize it and sense the vehicle's polarity (<1.5VDC). Check all connections and ensure proper polarity of your unit to vehicle cable/clamp connects. Press JUMP START to activate the unit. Press RESERVE POWER to charge the ultracapacitor. After ultracapacitor reaches 100%, press and hold the JUMP START button for 3 seconds. Green ready LED will flash for 10 seconds. The jump starter function will then engage for 30 seconds, after which the unit will return to idle mode.
Start the vehicle (turn on the vehicle ignition).
Note: If the vehicle doesn't start within 6 seconds, let the Jump-N-Carry cool for 3 minutes before attempting to start the vehicle again or you may damage the Jump-N-Carry.
When the vehicle is started, press JUMP START to turn the unit OFF.
Disconnect the negative (–) battery clamp from the vehicle frame/ground.
Then, disconnect the positive (+) clamp.
Always rewrap cables and properly store clamps when the unit is not in use.

Performance

Performance of your Jump-N-Carry will depend upon several factors:

A good, solid connection between the Jump-N-Carry clamps and the battery and ground connections are a must. Moving the clamps back and forth while connecting to the battery will help create a better connection.
Clean connections between your vehicle or equipment battery and its terminals are very important. For an optimal connection, corrosion (soft grayish-white buildup) on battery terminals must be removed. With the ignition turned off, disconnect the battery cables and clean the terminals and battery posts with a baking soda solution.

Troubleshooting/FAQs

What is the ideal use for the unit

The Jump-N-Carry performs strongly when a vehicle's battery needs an extra boost because a light or radio was left on, or when a vehicle has been sitting for a long period of time. The Jump-N-Carry will start vehicles without any other batteries present, but the primary use is for an extra boost.

Will the unit start every vehicle?

No. In addition to a dead battery, a car may have other mechanical problems that would prevent the Jump-N-Carry from starting the vehicle.

How often should I recharge the unit

To maximize battery life, charge the internal reserve power lithium battery when the status display indicates to do so (less than three LEDs lit). The Jump-N-Carry should not be left in a discharged state for extended periods of time – this is detrimental to battery health and longevity.

How many jump starts can I get from the Jump-N-Carry before recharging?
A large number of factors affect this answer, including the following: the length of time for each jump start, the charge level of the original battery, the length of time between jump starts, the temperature of the vehicles being jump started (winter cold makes for difficult starting), the size of the engines (4-cycl, 6-cycl, 8-cycl, etc.), the mechanical condition of the engine and starter, and more. These factors must all be weighed on an individual basis before an accurate answer can be given. It's feasible to get 5-30 starts (individual's results will differ) from a single charge.

After jump starting, can I leave the unit hooked to the battery to recharge the Jump-N-Carry while the engine is running?
Yes. The unit's ultracapacitor power supply can be recharged from the newly started vehicle. You can watch as the ultracapacitor recharges and then press JUMP START to turn the unit OFF prior to disconnecting. If you are starting several vehicles (such a on a service lot), this will speed the set-up of your next jump start application.

Can the unit battery be replaced?

Yes, the internal reserve power lithium battery can be replaced. For details, call Technical Service at (913) 310-1050 (U.S.).

I have a regular 10 amp battery charger, can I use it to recharge the Jump-N-Carry?
No, only the methods reviewed in the "Recharging" section should be used.

Is the product goof proof

No, jump starting instructions must be followed. Read and understand all safety and operating instructions in this manual and those found in the owner's manual of any vehicle being jump started before using your Jump-N-Carry.

Storage

The Jump-N-Carry may be stored virtually anywhere, and in any position. However, take precautions to ensure that the positive and negative clamps do not come into contact with each other or a common metal surface. We recommend storing the Jump-N-Carry in the box in which it was originally received. Always be sure to re-wrap cables and re-holster clamps after each use and prior to storage.

Battery Replacement

Removal instructions:
Begin by making sure that both clamps are securely placed in a position that ensures they will not come into contact with each other.

Lay the Jump-N-Carry down on its front. On the back of the unit, locate the 15 screws that hold the case together.
Remove the screws, then lift off the back half of the case, lifting first from the bottom.
The internal reserve power lithium battery is mounted on the top of the ultracapacitor box. First, remove the lithium battery from the power circuit by disconnecting its quick attach harnesses (2 connections to separate).
Then, remove the two screws used to mount the lithium battery to the top of the ultracapacitor box and reserve the screws for step 5.
Install replacement lithium batter onto top of ultracapacitor box using the two screws removed in step 4.
Reconnect the power connections using the quick connect harnesses that were disconnected in step 3.
Reassemble case using the 15 previously removed screws.

For Warranty or Service

Jump Starter Repair
8600 NE Underground Drive, Pillar 248
Kansas City, MO 64161
800.328.2921
913.310.1050

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For answers to questions concerning use, out-of-warranty service, or warranty/service information on this or other Clore Automotive products, contact us at 800.328.2921 (913.310.1053).