Clarke JSM400 Instruction Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC1020 - ISS 2
LITHIUM POLYMER JUMPSTARTER
MODEL NO: JSM400
PART NO: 6239015

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE product.
Please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions. In doing so you
will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can
look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Do not dispose of this product with general household waste. All
tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted, taken to a
recycling centre and disposed of according to the laws governing
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number JSM400
Battery Capacity 21 Ah
Jumpstart Output Current Starting 400A / Peak 800A
USB Output 5V @ 1A + 5V @ 2.1A
DC Output 19V @ 3A
Dimensions (L X W X H) 220 x 90 x 30 mm
Weight 1.37 kg
Engine Capacity Up to 6L Petrol - Up to 4L Diesel
Operating Temperature 0°C to 45°C

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1. DO NOT leave the device exposed to the elements. Avoid direct sunlight,
direct heat, rain/moisture etc.
2. The device must only be used indoors or completely protected from the
rain. This also applies to any device being powered by the device.
3. DO NOT operate the device if any of the cables are damaged. Consult
your CLARKE dealer for repair or replacement of the parts.
4. DO NOT operate the device if the case is damaged. Consult your CLARKE
dealer or a qualified person for inspection and repair.
5. To prevent the battery from overheating and consequent damage, DO
NOT exceed our recommendations for the duration of jump starting.
6. The unit is NOT designed to be used as a replacement for a vehicle
battery.
7. NEVER allow the battery to become completely discharged.
8. NEVER jump start the engine whilst the unit is being charged.
9. NEVER attempt any repairs yourself. If you have a problem with the unit
contact your local CLARKE dealer.
10. ALWAYS keep your body and clothing dry. Never work in a damp area
without adequate insulation against electric shock.
11. ALWAYS store the device out of reach of children.
12. ALWAYS wear safety glasses when working with lead acid batteries.
13. If splashed by battery acid, immediately flush the area of the splash with
clean water. If a burning sensation is felt or any blistering occurs, seek
medical help.
14. If battery acid comes into contact with the eyes, flush the eyes with clean
water continuously and seek medical help.
15. ALWAYS ensure that there is air circulating around the unit when in use.
16. When not in use, store in a safe dry place.
WARNING: ALL LEAD ACID BATTERIES GENERATE HYDROGEN GAS
DURING NORMAL OPERATION. THIS PROCESS INCREASES DURING A
PERIOD OF RAPID DISCHARGE.
WARNING: HYDROGEN GAS AND BATTERY ACID (SULPHURIC ACID) CAN
BE EXPLOSIVE, CORROSIVE TO SKIN, EYES AND HAIR, DAMAGING TO
CLOTHING AND METALS, FLAMMABLE, POISONOUS TO BREATHE.

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17. NEVER allow the jumpstart leads, to touch each other or to touch the
same metal object.
18. Ensure the vehicle battery posts and battery clamps are perfectly clean
before use.
19. Connect the red clamp to the unearthed battery terminal first, (this is
usually the positive (+ve) terminal and coloured RED); then connect the
black clamp to the earthed battery terminal, (this is usually the negative (-
ve) terminal and coloured BLACK).
20. ALWAYS wear suitable protective clothing and eye protection when
working with lead acid batteries.
21. NEVER allow the cables to become wrapped around the operator or any
other person.
22. Wipe the body of the unit clean using a soft damp cloth, DO NOT use
abrasives to clean this product.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
This device is supplied with a 13 amp, 230 volt (50Hz), charging adaptor for
connection to a standard, domestic electrical supply.
This appliance is of double insulated design. No earth conductor is provided.
If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT attempt any electrical
repairs yourself.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
Class II appliance
(charger)
Always read instructions
before use
Suitable for indoor use
only (refers to mains
adaptor only)
Subject to Waste Electri-
cal & Electronic Equip-
ment Directive
Live centre pin Wear Eye Protection
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OVERVIEW
NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION
1 Jumpstart Lead Socket 5 On/Off Button
2 USB Sockets 5V DC 6 Charger Input Socket
3 Worklight 7 19V DC Output Socket
4 Power Indicator Lights

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CHARGE THE POWER PACK
You can charge the power pack using:
• The 230V AC mains charger (A)
or
• The 12V DC cigar lighter (aux
power) adapter (B).
1. Switch the power pack off.
2. Plug the mains charger or cigar
lighter adapter into the charger
input socket
3. If you are using the cigar lighter
adapter, start the engine.
4. Connect the other end to either
the mains supply or cigar lighter
socket in the vehicle.
• The 5 power indicator lights on the top show the current charge level,
20%, 40%, 60%, 80% and 100%.
5. Disconnect the charger when all 5 power indicator lights are lit up.
TO GET THE MAXIMUM LIFE FROM THE BATTERY
• Charge the power pack before first use.
• Charge the power pack after each operation or a minimum of once
every 3 months.
• DO NOT leave the power pack in a state of discharge.

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OPERATION
WORK LIGHT
1. Push and hold the ON/OFF button
for 3 seconds to turn the work light
on.
2. Push the ON/OFF button again.
• The work light flashes on and
off.
3. Push the ON/OFF button again.
• The work light flashes with the
morse code SOS pattern.
4. Push the ON/OFF button again to turn the work light off.
USB POWER SUPPLY
• The top socket supplies a maximum of 1A at 5V.
• The lower socket supplies a maximum of 2.1A at 5V.
1. Put the USB cable into one of the
USB sockets.
2. Connect the other end of the
cable to your device.
3. Push the ON/OFF button to start
supplying power.

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DC POWER SUPPLY
1. Insert the small fly lead into the
power pack.
2. Install the connector you need
onto the other end of the fly lead.
3. Insert the connector into the
device you want to power.
4. Push the ON/OFF button to start
supplying power.

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JUMP STARTING
NOTE: This device will not jumpstart a vehicle if the battery is very low or
completely flat.
CONNECTING THE SMART CABLE TO THE POWER PACK
1. When jumpstarting, a minimum of
3 of the power indicator lights
located on top of the device must
be lit. Recharge the device if
required.
2. Lift the rubber plug and insert the
blue EC5 connector of the smart
lead into the power pack.
• The red & green LEDs on the
smart lead flash alternately.
CONNECT THE JUMP START LEADS TO THE BATTERY
1. Connect the red clamp to the unearthed battery terminal first, (this is
usually the positive (+ve) terminal and coloured RED).
2. Connect the black clamp to the earthed battery terminal, (this is usually
the negative (-ve) terminal and coloured BLACK)
3. Once you have connected the leads you have 30 seconds to try and start
the vehicle, otherwise you will need to remove the leads and reattach
them.
WARNING: SOME VEHICLE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT MAY BE DAMAGED
BY JUMP STARTING. ALWAYS CHECK WITH THE VEHICLE HANDBOOK.

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SMART CABLE STATUS LIGHTS
JUMPSTART THE VEHICLE
ALWAYS carry out the following preliminary checks:
• Switch off the vehicle ignition and ALL ancillary equipment (lighting,
radio etc.)
• Ensure the vehicle battery is rated at 12V and is not damaged in any
way.
• Ensure the area is well ventilated.
• Make sure that the device is at least 60% charged (3 power indicator
lights are lit).
NOTE: This device will not jumpstart a vehicle if the battery is very low or
completely flat.
1. Switch the ignition to ‘start’ for NO MORE than 6 seconds. If the engine does
not start within this time, SWITCH OFF the ignition and wait for at least 3
minutes before trying again.
2. Once the engine is running, disconnect the clamps within 30 seconds,
BLACK clamp FIRST, then disconnect the RED clamp.
3. Leave the vehicle engine running for a while to let the alternator recharge
the battery.
STATUS GREEN LED RED LED BEEPING
Detecting Flashing Flashing No
Low voltage Off Solid No
Ready to start Solid Off No
Short circuit Off Solid Beeping
Reverse polarity Off Solid Discontinuous
Beeping
Reverse charge Off Solid Slow Beeping
Over-heating Off Solid Fast Beeping
Over current Solid Solid
Timing protection (30 seconds) Solid Solid
CAUTION: MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER PACK IS AT LEAST 60% CHARGED
(3 POWER INDICATOR LIGHTS ARE LIT) BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO
JUMPSTART.