Clarke JS1000 Installation and operation manual

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
GC0514
JUMPSTART
MODEL NO: JS1000, JS1010 & JS1224
PART NO: 6240040, 6240035 & 6240045

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Jumpstart.
Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. 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.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1. Always ensure when jumpstarting that there is air circulating around the
machine.
2. Never allow the negative and positive leads on this unit, to touch each
other or to touch the same metal object.
3. Although the jumpstart is water resistant and may be used outdoors, DO
NOT leave it exposed to the elements. Avoid direct sunlight, direct heat,
rain/moisture etc.
4. The Jumpstart JS1000 and JS1010 are designed for use with 12V systems
while the JS1224 can be used with either 12 or 24V systems.
5. Do not operate the jumpstart if any of the cables are damaged. Consult
your Clarke dealer for repair or replacement of the parts.
6. Do not operate the jumpstart if the case is damaged. Consult your Clarke
dealer or a qualified person for inspection and repair.
7. Ensure the vehicle battery posts and battery clamps are perfectly clean
before use.
8. When connecting the jumpstart leads to a battery, ensure the ON/OFF
switch is OFF, and ALWAYS connect the RED, (positive’+’) output conductor
to the UNEARTHED (+) battery terminal FIRST, then connect the BLACK,
(negative) conductor to a suitable earthing point on the chassis, well
away from any fuel lines.
9. To prevent battery overheating and consequent damage, do not exceed
our recommendations for duration of jump starting.
10. ALWAYS wear suitable protective clothing and eye protection when
working with lead acid batteries.
11. The jumpstart is NOT designed to be used as a replacement for a vehicle
battery.
12. DO NOT attempt to BOOST CHARGE the jumpstart’s sealed battery.
13. Never allow the battery to become completely discharged.
14. Never jump start the engine whilst the jumpstart is being charged.
15. Never allow the cables to become wrapped around the operator or any
other person.
16. Never attempt any repairs yourself. If you have a problem with the
machine contact your local CLARKE dealer.
17. Always keep body and clothing dry. Never work in damp area without
adequate insulation against electric shock.

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18. Always store the jumpstarter out of reach of children.
19. Always wear safety glasses when working with lead acid batteries.
20. 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.
21. If acid comes into contact with the eyes, flush the eyes with clean water
continuously and seek medical help.
ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY
Through purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the
obligation to deal with the WEEE in accordance with the WEEE
regulations in relation to the treatment, recycling & recovery and
environmentally sound disposal of the WEEE.
In effect, this means that this product must not be disposed of with general
household waste. It must be disposed of according to the laws governing
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal
facility.
WARNING: ALL LEAD ACID BATTERIES GENERATE HYDROGEN GAS
DURING NORMAL OPERATION. THIS PROCESS INCREASES DURING A
PERIOD OF RAPID DISCHAGE, SUCH AS WHEN USING FOR JUMP -
STARTING.
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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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
This product is provided with a 13 amp, 230 volt (50Hz), charging adaptor for
connection to a standard, domestic electrical supply.
This product 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.
Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS DISPLAYED
The meanings of the safety markings and symbols which may be displayed on
this product are shown below.
Class II appliance without an earth connection
Always read intructions before use
Electrical hazard due to exposed live terminals
Chemical Hazard from battery acid

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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
The JS1000, JS1010 and JS1224 are a range of rechargable power supplies
which can be used to start a car in the event of a flat battery. The units can
also be used to power electrical appliances via a cigar lighter type socket
using the adaptor supplied.
• The JS1010 model also incorporates a compressor, which can be
used for inflating car tyres/dinghies/lilos etc by connecting the air
hose/adaptor contained within the side compartment.
• The JS1224 model can be switched to either 12 V or 24 V, depending
on the battery being boosted.
Unpack and lay out the components, checking against the following list. Any
damage or deficiency should be reported to your CLARKE dealer.
1. Jumpstart
2. 230V/AC charging unit
3. Operators manual (this document)
4. 3 x Air connectors (JS1010 only- stored inside compartment door).
5. 12V DC adaptor cable/connector)

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1. Work Light ON/OFF switch
2. Lamp/work light
3. Red LED (charging)
4. Green LED (charged)
5. Battery condition gauge
6. 12V DC socket connection
7. Alert LED (incorrect polarity alarm)
8. Compressed air pressure gauge (JS1010 models only) or 12/24V Selector
(JS1224 models only):
9. Air Compressor On/Off switch (JS1010 only)
10. 12V charging jack socket
11. Test pushbutton
12. Positive (+) battery connection lead
13. Negative (-) battery connection lead
14. 230V mains charging adaptor
15. 12V DC adaptor lead with jack plug
16. Compressed air hose with connector (JS1010 models only)

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INITIAL BATTERY CHARGING
1. Charge your jumpstart battery before using it for the first time.
2. Recharge the jumpstart battery after every occasion of use if possible, and
thereafter, at least every 30 days.
3. Always avoid leaving your jumpstart in a state of discharge.
FOLLOW THE ABOVE POINTS TO ENSURE MAXIMUM LIFE FROM THE BATTERY.
Two means of charging the battery are provided:
1. Via a mains electricity supply,
using the mains adaptor, shown in
Fig 1.
2. Via a 12V vehicle supply using the
cigarette lighter adapter with
cable and plug provided, shown.
NOTE: Using a 12V vehicle supply,
the battery will not charge to
maximum, but only to
approx. 50% of its capacity.
CHARGING USING THE MAINS ADAPTOR
1. Set the On/Off switch to the Off
position and the Voltage Selection
switch to the 12V position.
2. Plug the cable into the socket at
the rear of the unit, then plug the
adaptor into the mains supply
and switch on.
• The red CHARGING light on th
jumpstart will come on to
indicate charging is in progress.
3. It is best to charge the jumpstart until the green CHARGED light comes on.
• To ensure maximum battery life, it is desirable to charge the unit after
each occasion of use and recommended to recharge after every
30 days.
NOTE: Pressing the ‘TEST’ button with the charger disconnected will cause
the needle on the battery condition gauge shown above, to
register the state of charge of the battery.

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Turn the unit on and a beep will be heard, indicating that there is power to the
booster clamps.
CHARGING USING THE 12V ADAPTOR
1. Plug the jack plug into the charging socket at the rear of the unit, then into
the cigarette lighter socket on the vehicle and start the engine. The red
LED on the jumpstart to indicate that charging is in progress.
2. Continue to charge until the “Internal Battery Status” gauge registers ‘OK’
when the ‘TEST’ button is pressed, WITH THE CHARGING CURRENT
DISCONNECTED. i.e. disconnect the cigarette lighter adapter from the
socket on the vehicle before pressing the Test Button.
NOTE: We recommend that you use this system only when necessary, as
prolonged use will reduce the life expectancy of the battery, due
to the fact that this method can only charge the battery to
approx. 50% of its capacity.
NOTE: For maximum battery life, we strongly recommend that you
maintain the battery in a fully charged state at all times.
NOTE: If charging does not take place, check the green LED on the
adapter. Ensure all connections are clean and free of grease etc.
OPERATION
Always carry out the following preliminary checks before connecting the
Jumpstart to the car battery:
• Ensure the vehicle ignition and ALL ancillary equipment - lighting,
radio etc, is switched off.
• Ensure the vehicle battery is rated at 12V and is not damaged in any
way. If the battery is rated at 24V, the JS1224 jumpstart will be
suitable when the selector switch is set to 24V.
• Ensure the battery terminals are clean and the clamps are firm and
secure.
• Remove any vehicle battery filler plugs and check electrolyte level.
If necessary, top up with distilled water.
When completely satisfied, proceed as follows:
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW AND THE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 4, MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY,
DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, OR THE POSSIBILITY OF AN EXPLOSION

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1. Turn the vehicle ignition off before connecting the booster cables.
2. Take great care not to touch the red positive (+) clamp against the black
negative (-) clamp.
3. Ensure the area is well ventilated.
4. Ensure the ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
5. Connect the red positive (+) clamp to the positive (+) battery terminal first.
Take care the clamp does not contact any moving parts or fuel lines.
6. Connect the black negative (-) clamp to a suitable earthing point on the
vehicle chassis.
7. Switch the unit on. An intermittent beep should be heard, indicating there
is power to the cables. If the audible signal becomes louder and steadier, a
polarity error is indicted. Disconnect the booster clamps immediately.
Reverse the connections to the battery terminals and the audible signal
should return to a beep.
8. Select either 12 or 24 V as required if using the JS1224 jumpstart.
9. Turn the ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
10. Turn the ignition key on for a maximum of 6 seconds and the vehicle should
start. If the vehicle does not start after a few seconds, switch off and wait
for at least 3 minutes to prevent damage to the jumpstarter due to
overheating before trying again. After this cooling off period, it is safe to
resume trying to start the vehicle.
11. Once the vehicle has started, turn the jumpstart ON/OFF switch OFF.
12. Disconnect the black negative (-) clamp first, then disconnect the red
positive (+) clamp.
13. After use, always wrap the cables around the post on the side of the
jumpstart body and clip the clamps into their positions on the clamp posts.
14. In the case of the JS1224 Jumpstart, always return the 12V/24V selector to
the OFF position after use.
15. After use, always recharge the jumpstart as described on page 12.
16. Regularly check the charge level of the battery by pressing the TEST push-
button on the front panel.
WARNING: IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COULD BE
DAMAGED BY JUMP STARTING. ALWAYS CHECK WITH THE CAR
MANUFACTURERS HANDBOOK TO DETERMINE WHAT PRECAUTIONS IF
ANY SHOULD BE TAKEN.