Chicago Electric 08886 Operating Instructions Manual

Brand: Chicago Electric

Model: 08886

Type: Operating Instructions Manual

POWER STATION

12 VOLT / 24 VOLT

Model 08886

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

SAVE THIS MANUAL

You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,

operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and as-

sembly diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number

on the inside of the front cover. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry

place for future reference.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY. Cluttered, damp, or wet work areas

invite injuries.

2. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM WORK AREA. Do not allow children to handle

this product.

3. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools and equipment should be

stored in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and equipment, and

keep out of reach of children.

4. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR

DRUGS. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgement or

reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not attempt to

use this product.

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Item Descri

tion

Dual Voltage Jumpstart Capacity 12 VDC & 24 VDC

Battery Power Source 12 VDC-18 AH (Qty. 2).

Sealed Lead Acid, Maintenance Free.

Rechargeable.

Power Output 1500 Peak Amps For 12 VDC.

700 Start Amps For 12 VDC.

900 Peak Amps For 24 VDC.

400 Start Am

s For 24 VDC.

Additional Features 12 VDC Cigarette Lighter Plug Charger.

120 VAC Charger Adapter.

Automatic Shut-Off Charging System.

Built-In Emergency Work Light.

Color Coded Battery & Charge Meter.

Heavy Duty Cables w/Copper Clamps.

Weight 33.70 Pounds

5. USE EYE PROTECTION. Wear ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles when

assembling and using this product. ANSI approved safety impact eye goggles

are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

6. DRESS SAFELY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can become

caught in moving parts. Wear a protective hair covering to prevent long hair from

becoming caught in moving parts. If wearing a long-sleeve shirt, roll sleeves up

above elbows.

7. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times to prevent

tripping, falling, back injury, etc.

8. INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS MUST FOLLOW OSHA REQUIREMENTS.

9. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing at all times. Use common sense. Do

not use this product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand.

10. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this product, carefully check that

it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for damaged

parts and any other conditions that may affect the operation of this product.

Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.

11. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES: When servicing, use only identi-

cal replacement parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this product.

Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools.

12. MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT WITH CARE. Keep this product clean and dry for

better and safer performance.

13. MAINTENANCE: For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed

regularly by a qualified technician.

14. USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not attempt to force a small tool or

attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applica-

tions for which this tool was designed. It will do the job better and more safely at

the rate for which it was intended. Do not modify this tool, and do not use this

tool for a purpose for which it was not intended.

15. WARNING: The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this

manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. The

operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors, which

cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

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SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

1. WARNING! LEAD-ACID BATTERIES (part #13) GENERATE HYDROGEN

GAS DURING NORMAL OPERATION, AND EVEN MORE GAS IS GENER-

ATED WHEN THE BATTERY IS CHARGING. HYDROGEN GAS IS:

EXPLO-

SIVE, POISONOUS TO BREATHE, AND HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.

2. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. When working on or around lead-acid

batteries, always wear ANSI approved, safety impact eye goggles.

3. AVOID CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID. If splashed, immediately wash af-

fected area with clean water. Continue washing area until medical help is avail-

able.

4. USE THIS TOOL IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA. Do not attempt to jump start

a vehicle around flammable gases or liquids. If necessary, wear an ANSI ap-

proved breathing respirator to avoid hydrogen gas fumes.

5. MAKE SURE TO READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AS OUTLINED IN THE MANUFACTURER’S

MANUAL FOR THE VEHICLE/BOAT ON WHICH THE POWER STATION WILL

BE USED.

6. NEVER ATTEMPT TO USE THE 24 VOLT DC SETTING ON THE POWER

STATION TO START A VEHICLE/BOAT WITH A 12 VOLT DC SYSTEM.

7. NEVER ALLOW THE RED AND BLACK CLAMPS ON THE COPPER

BOOSTER CABLES (parts #1, #2) TO TOUCH EACH OTHER NOR BOTH TO

TOUCH THE SAME METAL OBJECT.

8. MAKE SURE TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE/BOAT IGNITION BEFORE MAK-

ING CABLE CONNECTIONS.

9. ALWAYS CONNECT THE RED CLAMP ON THE COPPER BOOSTER CABLE

(part #1) TO THE POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL ON THE VEHICLE/BOAT

BATTERY.

10. ALWAYS CONNECT THE BLACK CLAMP ON THE COPPER BOOSTER

CABLE (part #2) TO THE NEGATIVE (--) TERMINAL ON THE VEHICLE/ BOAT

BATTERY.

11. WHEN CONNECTING THE CLAMPS ON THE COPPER BOOSTER CABLES

(parts #1, #2) THE VEHICLE/BOAT BATTERY, CONNECT THE RED CLAMP

FIRST, THEN CONNECT THE BLACK CLAMP. WHEN DISCONNECTING THE

CLAMPS FROM THE VEHICLE/BOAT BATTERY, DISCONNECT THE BLACK

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21. WARNING! People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before

using this product. Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart

pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.

UNPACKING

When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts Lists (page 12)

are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the

number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.

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CLAMP FIRST, THEN DISCONNECT THE RED CLAMP.

12. AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK. Use extreme caution when clamping around

uninsulated conductors or bus bars. Prevent body contact with grounded sur-

faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges when testing voltages.

13. THE POWER STATION IS FOR EMERGENCY USE ONLY. Do not use this unit

in the place of a vehicle/boat battery. Use the Power Station only to jump start a

vehicle/boat.

14. THE CIGARETTER LIGHTER SOCKET (part #11) IS FOR USE WITH 12 VOLT

DC NEGATIVE GROUND SYSTEM ONLY.

15. AVOID WORKING ALONE. If an accident occurs, an assistant can bring help.

16. AVOID DANGEROUS TRAFFIC. To avoid dangerous oncoming traffic, use the

Power Station as far away from the roadside as possible.

17. MAINTAIN A SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT. Keep the work area well lit.

Make sure there is adequate surrounding work space. Always keep the work

area free of obstructions, grease, oil, trash, and other debris.

18. WHEN JUMP STARTING, DO NOT USE THE POWER STATION FOR MORE

THAN 6 SECONDS WITHOUT A 3 MINUTE REST PERIOD BETWEEN SES-

SIONS.

19. ALWAYS RECHARGE THE POWER STATION IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE.

THE POWER STATION SHOULD BE RECHARGED EVERY 3 MONTHS

WHETHER USED OR NOT.

20. PROTECT THE POWER STATION FROM POSSIBLE DAMAGE DUE TO DI-

RECT SUNLIGHT, DIRECT HEAT, AND/OR MOISTURE.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: For additional references to the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the

Assembly Diagram (page 12).

Recharging The Power Station’s Battery:

1. For maximum Battery (part #13) life, the Power Station should be fully charged

at all times.

2. The time required to fully recharge the Power Station after jump starting an

engine depends on how many jump starts are performed between recharging

sessions. The following Chart shows the approximate recharging times required.

(See Figure A.)

Jump Starts Vs. Recharging Time

Number of

Jump Starts

Recharging Time

(In Hours)

Number of

Jump Starts

Recharging Time

(In Hours)

18432

216540

324648

FIGURE A

3. Before, during, and after recharging the Batteries (part #13) you may determine

the level at which the Batteries are charged by pressing the red Battery Test

Button(part 5). The Volt Meter (part 4) will indicate the Batteries’ charge status.

(See Figure B.)

RED (POSITIVE)

COPPER BOOSTER CABLE

(#1)

BLACK (NEGATIVE)

COPPER BOOSTER CABLE

(#2)

RED CLAMP BLACK CLAMP

BATTERY TEST BUTTON (#5)

EMERGENCY LIGHT (#8)

EMERGENCY

LIGHT SWITCH (#6)

VOLT METER (#4)

VOLTAGE SELECT SWITCH (#3)

FIGURE B

4. There are two ways to charge the Batteries (part #13): (1) using the 120 Volt AC

Charger (part #10) and, (2) using the 12 Volt DC Cigarette Lighter Recharger

(part #9).

CAUTION! Always turn the Voltage Select Switch (part #3) to its 12 Volt DC

setting when recharging the Batteries (part #13).

6. To charge the Batteries (part #13) using the more effective 120 Volt AC Charger

(part #10), plug the small jack of the 120 Volt AC Charger into the Socket located

on thefront of the Power Station. Then plug the 120 Volt AC Charger into a

grounded, 120 Volt, electrical outlet. (See Figure C.)

7. The red LED (part #7) will illuminate to indicate charging is in process.

(See Figure C.)

8. Press the red Battery Test Button (part 5). The Volt Meter (part #4) will indicate

the Batteries’ (part #13) charge status. NOTE: A built-in safety device prevents

overcharging. (See Figure C.)

9. Continue to charge until the red LED (part #7) goes out, or the Volt Meter

(part #4) registers 14V or more when the Battery Test Button (part #5) is pressed.

(See Figure C.)

10.

NOTE: Do not stop charging before the Volt Meter (part #4) reads 14V or

more. At this point, once the 120 Volt AC Charger (part #10) is disconnected, the

voltage will slowly settle back to read 100%. This is normal, and indicates the

Batteries are at full capacity.

11. NOTE: When the LED (part #7) goes out, charging will automatically stop.

This indicates the Batteries (part #13) are charged at maximum capacity,

and the voltage will then slowly drop back to read 100% as metioned

above.

120 VOLT AC

CHARGER

(#10)

120 VOLT

GROUNDED

ELECTRICAL

OUTLET

LED

(#7)

VOLT METER

(#4)

VOLTAGE SELECT SWITCH

(#3)

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FIGURE C

12. CAUTION! Always turn the Voltage Select Switch (part #3) to its 12 Volt DC

setting when recharging the Batteries (part #13).

13. To charge the Batteries (part #13) using the 12 Volt DC Cigarette Lighter Re-

charger (part #9), insert the 12 DC Cigarette Lighter Plug into the cigarette

lighter receptacle on your vehicle/boat. Then, insert the small jack at the other

end ofthe 12 Volt DC Cigarette Lighter Recharger into the Socket located on the

front of the Power Station. (See Figure D.)

14. The red LED (part #7) will illuminate to indicate charging is in process.

(See Figure D.)

15. Press the red Battery Test Button (part 5). The Volt Meter (part #4) will indicate

the Batteries’ charge status. NOTE: A built-in safety device prevents overcharg-

ing. (See Figure C.)

16. Continue to charge until the red LED (part #7) goes out, or the Volt Meter

(part #4) registers 14V or more when the Battery Test Button (part #5) is pressed.

(See Figure C.)

17.

NOTE: This recharging method will not recharge the system to the same

14V or above DC voltage level as will plugging the Power Station into the

120 Volt AC Charger (part #10). It is recommended to use the 12 Volt DC

Cigarette Lighter Recharger (part #9) only when it is necessary. Continued

use of the 12 Volt DC Cigarette Lighter Recharger may shorten the system’s

life.

FIGURE D

CIGARETTE LIGHTER

RECHARGER

(#9)

LED

(#7)

BATTERY TEST BUTTON

(#5)

VOLTAGE SELECT SWITCH (#3)

VOLT METER (#4)

18. The Power Station may also be used as a power source for various 12 Volt DC

appliances.

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19. To use the Power Station as a power source for an appliance, turn the Voltage

Select Switch (part #3) to its “OFF” position. (See Figure E.)

20. Lift the Cover of the 12 Volt DC Cigarette Lighter Receptacle (part #11) located

on the side of the Power Station. (See Figure E.)

21. Insert the Appliance’s 12 Volt DC Cigarette Lighter Plug (not included) into the

Power Station’s 12 Volt DC Cigarette Lighter Receptacle (part #11).

12 VOLT DC

CIGARETTE LIGHTER

RECEPTACLE

(#11)

APPLIANCE

12 VOLT DC

CIGARETTE LIGHTER

PLUG

(NOT INCLUDED)

VOLTAGE SELECT SWITCH (#3)

(TURN TO “OFF”)

FIGURE E

To Jump Start A Vehicle/Boat:

1. CAUTION! Make sure to determine whether the electric system on the

vehicle/boat is 12 Volt DC or 24 Volt DC.

2. Turn off the engine of the vehicle/boat that is to be jump started.

3. Attach the RED/POSITIVE (+) Clamp of the Copper Booster Cable (part #1) to

the POSITIVE (+) terminal on the vehicle/boat Battery. (See Figure B.)

4. Connect the BLACK/NEGATIVE (-) Clamp of the Copper Booster Cable (part #2)

to the BLACK/NEGATIVE (-) terminal on the vehicle/boat Battery.

(See Figure B.)

5. Turn the Voltage Select Switch (part #3) to “12V” or “24V”, depending on the

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electric system of the vehicle/boat. (See Figure B.)

6. Turn the vehicle/boat ignition to “ON”, and wait for one to two minutes.

7. Turn the vehicle/boat ignition to “START” for no more than 5 to 6 seconds.

8. NOTE: If the vehicle/boat engine does not start, turn the vehicle/boat ignition to

“OFF” and wait at least 3 minutes before repeating Steps #6 and #7.

9. Once the vehicle/boat engine is running, disconnect the BLACK/NEGATIVE (-)

Clamp of the Copper Booster Cable (part #2) from the vehicle/boat Battery and

return the Clamp to its stored position on the Power Station. (See Figure B.)

10. Disconnect the RED/POSITIVE (+) Clamp of the Copper Booster Cable (part #1)

from the vehicle/boat Battery and return the Clamp to its stored position on the

Power Station. (See Figure B.)

11. As soon as possible, recharge the Power Station.

To Turn On The Emergency Light:

1. To turn on the Emergency Light (part #8), simply depress the Emergency Light

Switch (part #6) to its “ON” position. Make sure the Emergency Light Switch is in

its “OFF” position when the Power Station is being stored. (See Figure B.)

INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING

1. CAUTION: Before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning, always

place the Voltage Select Switch (part #3) in its “OFF” position, place the

Emergency Light Switch in its “OFF” position, and make sure the Clamps of the

Copper Booster Cables (parts #1, #2) are in their stored positions,

2. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the Power Station. Check

for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked, bent or parts,

frayed Copper Booster Cables (parts #1, #2), and any other condition that may

affect its safe operation. If a problem occurs, have the problem corrected before

further use. Do not use damaged equipment.

3. TO REPLACE THE EMERGENCY LIGHT BULB: Carefully squeeze the sides of

the plastic Light Case together and remove the Light Case and Light

Lens. Unscrew and remove the burned out Light Bulb and replace with a

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5. TO CLEAN, wipe with a clean, damp cloth. If necessary, a mild detergent may

be used.

6. Charging room temperature: 50

F - 104

F. NiCad batteries must be

recyled or disposed of properly. Do not short terminals.

Do not incinerate. Risk of electic shock; use only in dry location.

Only use with battery packs distributed by Harbor Freight Tools; others

may burst, causing personal injury and/or property damage. If battery pack

is cracked or damaged in any way, do not insert it in charger.

For additional information on battery re-cycling call 1-800-822-8837.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY

DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR

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 MANUFACTUER AND/OR

DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE

UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER

ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACE-

MENT PARTS THERETO.

4. TO REPLACE THE BATTERIES: Always make sure the

two

Batteries (part #13)

are replaced at the same time. To replace the Batteries, unscrew and remove

the ten phillips

Screws

that hold the

Back Cover

in place. Remove the Back

Cover to expose the

Battery Compartment

. Remove the two

Holding Brackets

Carefully lift the two Batteries out of the Battery Compartment. Remove the

Copper Booster Cables (parts #1, #2) and the

Red

and

Black Recharging Wires

from the Battery Terminals. Make sure the Red Copper Booster Cables and Red

Recharging Wires are attached tothe Positive (+) Battery Terminals. Then,

attach the Black Copper Booster Cables and Black Recharging Wires to the

Negative (--) Battery Terminals. Carefully slide the two new Batteries back into

the Battery Compartment. Replace the two Holding Brackets to secure the

Batteries in place. Position the Back Cover back in place, and secure the Back

Cover with the ten phillips Screws.

new Light Bulb. Then, snap the Light Lens and Light Case back into place.

PARTS LIST

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ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM

NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not

available individually as replacement parts.

FRONT VIEW

SIDE VIEW

Part # Description Qty. Part # Description Qty.

1 Red Copper Booster Cable 1 8 Emergency Light 1

2 Black Co

er Booster Cable 1 9 Cigarette Lighter Recharger 1

3 Voltage Select Switch 1 10 120 Volt AC Charger 1

4 Volt Meter 1 11 Ci

arette Li

hter Rece

tacle 1

5 Battery Test Button 1 12 Outer Case 1

6 Emergency Light Switch 13 Battery (not shown) 2

7 LED Indicator 1 14 Light Bulb 1

13: BATTERY NOT SHOWN.

Chicago Electric 08886 Operating Instructions Manual

Chicago Electric 08886 Operating Instructions Manual

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