Duracell DRPP300S1 Owner's Manual page 26

parts of the engine. Ensure that the jump-starting
power switch is OFF.
5. Connect the red positive (+) clamp of the cables to the
positive (+) terminal of the engine battery. The battery's
positive terminal is usually larger in diameter than
the negative terminal. In most vehicles, the battery's
positive terminal has a red wire connected to it.
6. Connect the black negative (–) clamp of the cables
to the engine block, cylinder head, or other stationary
heavy metal part of the motor. If the Red Jumpstart
Connection LED illuminates, then reverse polarity has
been detected. Correct polarity must be established
before proceeding. Disconnect the jump-start clamps
from the vehicle's battery and redo steps 5 and 6 in this
procedure.
If the Green Jumpstart Connection LED is illuminated, then
proceed to the next steps:
7. Switch ON the jump-starting power switch. Before
starting the engine, make sure the Duracell
Powerpack and the cables are clear of belts and fans.
8. Crank the engine for 4 seconds or until it starts,
whichever is fi rst.
WARNING: Fire hazard
Do not crank the engine for more than 4 seconds. The
jump-start feature is designed for short term operation only.
Operating the jump-start feature for more than 4 seconds
may cause damage to the unit. Allow the Duracell
Powerpack to cool down for at least 3 minutes after each
jump-start.
9. Switch OFF the jump-starting power switch.
10. Remove the red positive (+) clamp and then the black
negative (–) clamp from the vehicle.
11. Store the jump-start clamps in the appropriate holder
on each side of the Duracell
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Powerpack.
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