Using the engine start feature

Your battery charger can be used to jump-start your car if the battery is low. Follow these instructions when using the ENGINE START feature.

1.Set the POWER switch to the OFF position. Then follow the instructions for connecting the charger to the battery and power source in the section “Charging a battery in the vehicle.”

2.Set the BATTERY switch to 6V or 12V to match the battery’s voltage.

3.Set the POWER switch to the ON position. The METER display will show MAN (manual mode).

4.Touch RESET, MANUAL and ENGINE START pads in that order. Wait for the display to show RDY. The charger is now ready to have the engine cranked.

5.Crank the engine for no more than 5 seconds. If it does not start, wait 3 minutes. (The display will show WAIT during this time and RDY when the time is up.)

6.During extremely cold weather, or if the battery is severely exhausted, charge the battery for about 5 minutes in 60 amp setting before cranking the engine.

7.If the engine still does not start, charge the battery for five more minutes before cranking it again for five seconds.

8.After the engine starts, unplug the charger power cord from the wall outlet. Then move the POWER switch to the OFF position before disconnecting from the battery.

Important:

Do not try to start the engine without a battery in it. You could cause damage to the electrical system.

If the engine does turn over, but never starts up, there is not a problem with the starting system, there is a problem somewhere else with the vehicle.

STOP cranking the engine until the other problem has been diagnosed and corrected.

NOTE: The GFCI outlet should not be used while the Charger is in the Engine Start Mode.

Maintenance and care

A minimal amount of care can keep your battery charger working properly for years.

1.Clean the clamps each time you are finished charging. Wipe off any battery fluid that may have come in contact with the clamps to prevent corrosion.

2.Coil the input and output cords neatly when storing the charger. The cords can be wrapped around the handle of the charger. This will help prevent accidental damage to the cords and charger.

3.Occasional cleaning of the case with a soft cloth will keep the finish shiny and help prevent corro- sion.