Troubleshooting/FAQs
Q. What should I do if the Jump-N-Carrywill not hold a charge?
A.Load test the battery. Charge battery 24 hours before load testing. Connect a load tester (available at your local auto parts store) to the Jump-N-Carryclamps to check battery amperage. Depending on the model of load tester, your load testing procedure may vary. A generic load test would bring the voltage down to 9.0 volts and result in an amp reading of 70 amps for 6 seconds. Repeat this load test every 10 minutes for a total of three tests. If the amperage has dropped below 50 amps on the last test, suspect a bad or weak battery.
Q.What is the ideal use for the Jump-N-Carry?
A.The Jump-N-Carryperforms 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-Carrywill start vehicles without any other batteries present, but the primary use is for an extra boost.
Q.Will the Jump-N-Carrystart every vehicle?
A.No. In addition to a dead battery, a car may have other mechanical problems that would prevent the Jump-N-Carryfrom starting the vehicle.
Q.How often should I recharge the Jump-N-Carry?
A.To maximize battery life, charging after every use is recommended. The Jump-N-Carryshould not be left in a discharged state. The battery in the Jump-N-Carryhas no memory problems and should not be treated as a rechargeable tool (cordless drills, camcorders, etc.).
Q.How many jump starts can I get from the Jump-N-Carrybefore recharging?
A.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 10-30 starts (individual’s results will differ) from a single charge, but this violates the rule of immediate charging after every use.
Q.After jump starting, can I leave the unit hooked to the battery to recharge the Jump-N-Carrywhile the engine is running?
A.No. Attempting to recharge the Jump-N-Carryby this method is not recommended. Vehicle alternators output anywhere from 25-125 amps. This charging rate greatly exceeds the recommended recharging rate for Jump-N-Carry. Charging by this method will result in overcharging the Jump-N-Carrybattery, and may void the product warranty.
Q.What accessories can be used in the optional 12 volt outlet?
A.Any accessory up to 12 amps can be powered by the Jump-N-Carry. This unit is equipped with an automatic reset circuit breaker, should the current exceed 12 amps. At the same time, this limits any recharge current through the 12-volt outlet to 12 amps. One can power almost any 12-volt tool or accessory (examples: impact wrenches, fans, radios, cellular phones, navigation equipment, camcorders, emergency power, trolling motors, coolers, small refrigerators, etc.).
