Jump-starting a Vehicle Engine

Jump-starting a Vehicle Engine

You can use the XPower Powerpack to jump-start a vehicle engine that has a 12 volt starting battery using the supplied Jump-Start Cables.

Important: Closely follow these instructions for jump- starting your vehicle as they are different from the instructions supplied with other jump-start products or booster cables.

To jump-start a vehicle or boat engine:

CAUTION

The jump-start feature is designed for short term operation only—less than 4 seconds. Operating the jump-start feature for more than 4 seconds may cause damage to the unit. Allow the XPower Powerpack to cool down for 3–4 minutes after each jump start.

1.Turn off the vehicle or boat ignition and all accessories.

2.Engage the park or emergency brake and place the transmission in park for an automatic or neutral for a manual.

3.If jump-starting a boat engine, purge the engine compartment and bilge of all fumes before jump-starting.

4.Connect the jump-start cables to the jumper cable port on the left side of the XPower Powerpack.

5.Position the XPower Powerpack on a flat, stable surface near the battery and away from all moving parts of the engine.

6.Connect the red positive (+) clip of the jump-start 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.

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