Jump-start system
Model
40615
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Revised Manual 09j
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SPECIFICATIONS
Battery Type Sealed, lead-acid, rechargeable, 24 amp-hour
Power Output 1200 amps peak / 650 amps starting power
Cables Rubber insulated (#4) copper
Spotlight 3.6 Watts
Output Socket 12 V
Features
Safety switch
Overload protection and Automatic cutoff
12 V Cigarette lighter socket
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You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly
instructions, operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep
your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front
cover. Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.
SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: When using tool, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.
Read all instructions before using this tool!
Wear eye protection. 1. When working on or around lead-acid batteries, always
wear splash-resistant ANSI-approved safety goggles.
Avoid contact with Battery Acid. 2. If splashed, immediately wash effected area
with clean water. Continue washing area until medical help arrives.
Connect cables to proper polarities. 3. Connect black cable to negative body
ground and red cable to positive battery terminal.
Use this tool in well ventilated areas. 4. Do not attempt to jump start vehicle
around flammable gases or liquids.
Do not allow the Black and Red clamps to touch. 5. If this happens it can
melt clamps or other metal objects. Place them only on the corresponding
terminals.
12 Volt Systems Only. 6. Use only with vehicles and boats with 12 volt electrical
systems.
For emergency use only. 7. Do not use this system in the place of a vehicle bat-
tery. Only use to jump start your vehicle.
Avoid working alone. 8. If an accident happens, an assistant can bring help.
Keep work area clean. 9. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
Avoid damaging Jump-start System. 10. Use only as specified in this manual.
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Observe work area conditions. 11. Do use tool in damp or wet locations. Don’t
expose to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
Keep children away. 12. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not
let them handle machines, tools, or extension cords.
Store idle equipment. 13. When not in use, tools must be stored in a dry location
to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.
Do not place this unit in direct sunlight, direct heat or moisture. 14.
Use the right tool for the job. 15. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attach-
ment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applications for
which this tool was designed. Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool
for a purpose for which it was not intended.
Dress properly. 16. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught
in moving parts. Protective, electrically nonconductive clothes and nonskid
footwear are recommended when working. Wear restrictive hair covering to
contain long hair.
Do not overreach. 17. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach
over or across electrical cables or frames.
Maintain tools with care. 18. Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have
them repaired by a qualified technician.
Stay alert. 19. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate any
tool when you are tired.
Check for damaged parts. 20. Before using any tool, any part that appears dam-
aged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Do not use the tool if any switch does not turn
On and Off properly.
Replacement parts and accessories. 21. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty.
Do not operate tool if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 22. Read warning
labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired
while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.
Lead acid batteries generate additional hydrogen gas when charging. 23.
Hydrogen gas is explosive. Only use the Jump-start System in a well-ventilated
area. Do not allow smoking in the area.
This product contains lead, which is a chemical known to the State of 24.
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
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OPERATION
The Jump-start System is designed for use with vehicles and boats. You will not
need a host vehicle or 120 V~ power supply. You can also use this system as a
portable power source of 12 V in remote areas or emergencies.
Starting Vehicle
Make sure the vehicle or boat to be jump started is not running.1.
Connect the red clamp to the positive terminal on the vehicle’s battery.2.
Connect the black clamp to a non moving metal part of the engine, 3. not to
the negative terminal. Turn the Safety Switch to the ON position to energize
clamps.
Switch the vehicle or boat ignition to the On position.4.
Wait for about a minute or two.5.
Switch the boat or vehicle to the start position for no more than 5 to 6 sec-6.
onds.
If the vehicle or boat engine does not start, wait at least 3 minutes before retry-7.
ing. Caution: Never allow the red and black clamps to touch each other or a
common conductor.
When the engine is running, turn the Safety Switch OFF. Disconnect the black 8.
clamp first and return the cable to its stored position on the jump-start system.
Disconnect the red clamp and return the cable to its position on the system.9.
As soon as possible, recharge your Jump Start System.10.
CAUTION: When the Jump-start System is not in use, always turn the Safety Switch
(located on the front panel) to the OFF position. This prevents accidental short
circuits of the clamps and connectors which could cause fire, burns, or shock.
Always store the Jump-start System in a dry, safe location that is out of the
reach of children.
Powering 12V Appliances
Lift up the cover of the Cigarette Lighter Socket (18).1.
Insert the cigarette lighter plug from the appliance into the Cigarette Lighter 2.
Socket (18).
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RECHARGING
This unit is rechargeable by using the 120 V~ Charging Cord (22), or by use of 1.
the Cigarette Lighter Recharger Cord (35). It is recommended that the battery
be kept fully charged at all times. If the battery is left in a low charge state it
could shorten battery life. Keep in mind that the time required to recharge the
battery depends on the number of previous battery jump starts.
To check and see if the battery is low, press the Button (16). The Meter (17) 2.
will show the battery charge level. Green area of meter indicates that it is
charged.
NOTE: If Volt Meter needle does not move when you press the test button, use 3.
another volt meter.
Cigarette Lighter
Socket (18)
Button (16)
Cigarette Lighter
Recharger Cord (35)
Copper Booster Cables (11)
Volt Meter (17)
Light Case (2)
Button Lock (15)
Recharger Socket
Safety Switch
120 V~ Charging
Cord (22)
Charging Using 120 V~ Cord
Find the square end of the 120 V~ Charger Cord (22) and insert it into the bot-1.
tom-right socket of the Jump-start unit. See photo on previous page.
Caution: Do not try to recharge the unit using both cords at the same time.
For the initial charge and for recharges, allow the Jump Start System to recharge 2.
for 52 hours (maximum). Check the recharge progress by pressing the red But-
ton (16). This will show the level of battery power on the Volt Meter (17).
This Jump-start System is equipped with an automatic shut off so you cannot 3.
overcharge the battery.
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MAINTENANCE
Battery Replacement
Remove all 8 Screws (27), using a Phillips screwdriver, from the back Cover (5) 1.
to expose the Battery (20).
Remove the 2 Phillips Screws (24) that are holding the Battery Bracket (12) to 2.
the Battery.
Lift the Battery (20) out of the compartment.3.
Detach the jumper cables and the recharging wires from the battery terminals. 4.
Make sure that red and black jumper cables stay with their recharging wires
and are not switched.
Remove the dead battery. Refer to Battery Disposal on the next page.5.
Attach the jumper cables and recharging wires to the terminals of the new bat-6.
tery; red cable to positive terminal, black cable to negative terminal. Verify the
battery has the label facing out from the back of the unit.
Place the new battery into the System, taking care not to damage the Circuit 7.
Board (7).
Reattach the Battery Bracket (12) with the 2 Phillips head Screws (24).8.
Attach the battery Cover (5) using the 8 Phillips head screws (27).9.
Battery Disposal
After the battery in the Jump-start System has expired, it should be recycled.
Some states require this recycling. Contact your local solid waste authority for
recycling information.
Warning: Do not dispose of battery by fire. This could result in an explosion. Before
disposing of battery, cover exposed terminals with heavy duty electrical tape
to prevent shorting. Do not expose battery to intense heat or fire as this could
cause an explosion.
Charging Using Cigarette Lighter-type 12V Plug
Insert the Cigarette Lighter Recharger Plug into the Front Panel labeled Re-1.
charge on the front panel.
Insert the other end of the Cigarette Lighter Recharger Cord into the 12 V2.
Cigarette lighter receptacle on your vehicle or boat.
Follow steps 2 and 3 under Charging Using 120 V~ Cord, above.3.
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PARTS LIST
Part Description Q’ty
1 Case 1
2 Light Case 1
3 Light Glass 1
4 Light Cup 1
5 Cover 1
6 Label 1
7 Circuit Board 1
8 Clip 1
9 Adapter Holder 1
10 Washer 1
11 Copper Booster Cables 2
12 Bracket 2
13 Light Socket 1
14 Bulb 1
15 Button (Lock) 1
16 Button 1
17 Volt Meter 1
18 Cig. Lighter Socket 1
Part Description Q’ty
19 Cigarette Lighter Cup 1
20 Battery 1
21 Overcharging Cutoff 1
22 120 V~ Charger Cord 1
23 Adapter Cover 1
24 Screw M2.5 x 6 2
25 Screw M2.5 x 12F 2
26 Screw M3 x 12 2
27 Screw M4 x 16 8
28 Screw M5 x 12 4
29 Bolt M5 x 16 2
30 Nut M5 2
31 Nut M3 2
32 Washer 2.5 2
33 Washer 3 2
34 Washer 3 1
35 Cord, Cig. Lighter Recharger 1
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER
NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND
TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE
PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE
PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDER-
TAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE
BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS
TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING
OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
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LIMITED 90 DAY WARRANTY
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet
high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this
product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days
from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or
indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside
our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack
of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or prop-
erty, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the
use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to
you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us
with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of
the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect,
we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund
the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement.
We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no
defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty,
then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
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