Clarke JSM1200 Installation and operation manual

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC08/23
JUMPSTARTER
MODEL NO: JSM1200
PART NO: 6239030

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Jump-starter. 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. Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future
reference.
SPECIFICATIONS
Please note that the details and specifications contained herein, are correct
at the time of going to print. However, CLARKE International reserve the right
to change specifications at any time without prior notice.
Item Specification
Weight 498 g
Max Output Current (12V) Starting 600A
Peak 1200A
Output voltage (open circuit) 15V
Input Voltage/Current 5 V / 1.5A
Battery Type Sealed re-chargeable lithium-polymer
7200 mAh
USB output Power Supply 5 V DC - 2.1 and 3.0A
Estimated engine starting capacity Up to 3 litres (diesel) or
5.5 litres (petrol)
Lifetime 1000 cycles
Full charging time Approx 6 -7 hours from flat
Max duration before recharging 3 months
Number of starts before re-charging Approx 20 (max)
Protection features Short circuit proof, over-charge
protection and discharge protection
Ingress Protection IP20

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GENERAL SAFETY
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 wear safety glasses when working with lead acid batteries.
12. 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.
13. If battery acid comes into contact with the eyes, flush the eyes with clean
water continuously and seek medical help.
14. ALWAYS ensure that there is air circulating around the unit when in use.
15. When not in use, store in a safe dry place out of reach of children.
16. NEVER allow the jumpstart leads, to touch each other or to touch the
same metal object.
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. Ensure the vehicle battery posts and battery clamps are perfectly clean
before use.
18. 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).
19. Only use this jumpstarter on lead acid batteries.
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY SYSMBOLS ARE SHOWN ON THE PRODUCT
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 but in accordance with the laws governing Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal facility.
Read the instruction
manual
Wear Eye Protection
Wear Protective Gloves DO NOT incinerate
Indoor use only Harmful to aquatic life
Warning: Battery
Charging
Warning: Risk of
electrical shock

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OVERVIEW
NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION
1 Smart Jumper Cable with Clamps 7 5V 1.5A Input Socket
2 12V USB Car Adaptor 8 On/Off Button
3 USB 3 in 1 Adapter Cable 9 USB Input Socket
4 USB Charging Cable 10 Charge Indicator/output display
5 Jumpstart Lead Socket 11 12V DC Output socket
6 LED Flashlight

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CHARGING THE DEVICE
CHARGING
You can charge the power pack using:
• The 12V DC car adapter.
• A device with a USB output socket.
1. Switch the power pack off.
2. Plug the USB charging cable into
the charger input socket and the
other end to the car adapter
socket using the supplied adaptor,
or else to a suitable appliance.
• If you are using the car adapter
socket you will need to start the
engine.
3. Disconnect the charger when fully
charged.
THE LED CHARGE INDICATOR
Press the switch button to display the
battery status of the device. The
screen shows the% of power
available and displays the output
ports activated and in use. (100% is
fully charged).
• When jumpstarting, the power
indicator should show at least
80%. Recharge the device if
required.
• The unit should hold a charge for 3-6 months but we recommend
recharging every 3 months or after each use.
TO GET THE MAXIMUM LIFE FROM THE BATTERY
• Charge the jumpstarter before first use.
• DO NOT leave 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 worklight flashes on and off.
3. Push the ON/OFF button again.
• The work light flashes with the
morse code S-O-S pattern.
4. Push the ON/OFF button again to
turn the work light off.
USB POWER SUPPLY
The two sockets supply a maximum of
1.5A at 5V.
1. Plug the 3 in 1 USB cable into
either USB socket.
2. Connect the other end of the
cable to your device(s).
3. Push the ON/OFF button to start
supplying power.
RUNNING/CHARGING DC APPLIANCES
1. Verify the jumpstarter is fully charged. Recharge if needed.
2. Make sure the appliance to be powered is turned off.
3. Connect the appliance into the DC outlet socket.
4. Turn on the appliance.
5. When finished, turn off and unplug the appliance.
6. Recharge the jump starter.
• A cell phone may typically take one hour to recharge.
• The jumpstarter will power off automatically when no load is found.

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JUMP STARTING VEHICLES
NOTE: This device will not jumpstart a vehicle if the battery is very low.
NOTE: Ensure that the jumpstarter is at least 80% charged before you
attempt to jumpstart.
CONNECTING THE JUMPER CABLE TO THE JUMPSTARTER
1. When jumpstarting, the power
indicator screen located on top
of the device must be lit.
Recharge the device if required.
2. Lift the rubber plug and insert the
yellow connector of the jumper
cable into the power pack.
• The LEDs on the smart cable will
flash to indicate the status.
SMART CABLE STATUS DISPLAY
The status of the device is shown by the LED display on the smart jumper cable
as follows;
• Low voltage - Red LED solid
• Ready to start - Green LED solid
• Short circuit - Red LED solid and bleeping
WARNING: IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COULD BE
DAMAGED BY JUMP STARTING. ALWAYS CHECK WITH THE CAR
MANUFACTURER’S HANDBOOK TO DETERMINE WHAT PRECAUTIONS IF
ANY SHOULD BE TAKEN.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW AND THE
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGES 3/4 MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY,
DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, OR BATTERY. NEVER ATTEMPT JUMP STARTING
WITH DAMAGED CABLES.
CAUTION: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,
DO NOT USE THE JUMP STARTER ON A VEHICLE THAT HAS NO BATTERY
INSTALLED.
CAUTION: DO NOT TOUCH POSTIVE AND NEGATIVE BATTERY CLAMPS
TOGETHER.

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• Reverse polarity - Red LED solid and bleeping
• Reverse charge - Red LED solid and bleeping
• Overheating - Red LED solid and bleeping
• Overcurrent - Green and red LED both solid
CONNECTING THE JUMP START LEADS TO THE VEHICLE BATTERY
ALWAYS carry out the following preliminary checks before connecting the
jump-start to the car battery:
• Switch off the vehicle ignition and ALL ancillary equipment (lighting,
radio etc.)
• Ensure the vehicle battery is rated at 12V and not damaged in any way.
• Ensure the area is well ventilated.
• Make sure that the battery terminals are clean and the clamps are
firm and secure.
• If fitted, remove any vehicle battery filler plugs and check the
electrolyte level. If necessary, top up with distilled water.
• Verify the jump starter is fully charged and recharge if needed.
• Make sure that the jumpstart is OFF.
1. Connect the red positive (+) clamp to the positive (+) battery terminal first.
Take care the clamp does not touch any moving parts or fuel lines.
2. Connect the black clamp to the earthed battery terminal, (this is usually
the negative (-ve) terminal and coloured BLACK) or to a suitable earthing
point on the vehicle chassis ensuring the connections are firm and secure.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Push the ON/OFF button on the jumpstart to start supplying power.
2. Switch or press the ignition to ‘start’. If the engine does not start, SWITCH
OFF the ignition and wait for at least 30 seconds before trying again.
3. If the vehicle does not start after 3 attempts, investigate any problems with
the vehicle systems.
4. Once the engine is running, disconnect the earthed (-) clamp FIRST i.e. that
connected to the chassis or Negative (-) terminal etc, and return it to its
storage position, then disconnect the Positive (+) clamp from the battery
terminal, and restore to its storage position. You should remove the
connections within 30 seconds of starting.
5. Leave the vehicle engine running for a while to let the alternator recharge
the battery.

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• Take great care not to touch the red positive (+) clamp against the
black negative (-) clamp.
6. Leave the jumpstarter for 30 minutes before re-charging following
jumpstarting a vehicle.
• If the battery is allowed to remain in a discharged state its life may
be reduced.
• The jumpstarter will power off automatically when no load is found.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If these remedies are unsuccessful, consult your CLARKE dealer.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
Always ensure the cables & clamps are in good condition and the clamps are
clean and corrosion free. If damaged they should be replaced. Keep the unit
clean by wiping with a dry cloth. DO NOT use solvents as a cleaning agent.
Keep the unit fully charged at all times and store away from direct sunlight,
moisture or sources of extreme heat or cold.
NEVER attempt any repair unless your are a qualified technician. Your jump-
start has been designed to give long and trouble free service. If, however,
having followed the instructions in this booklet carefully, you encounter
problems, take the unit to your local CLARKE dealer.
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
No response when
pressing the On
button
Low voltage protection
in operation
Plug the charging cable into
the input port to recharge and
reactivate.
Unit fails to
jumpstart vehicle
Broken clamps/cable
Low battery.
Unit damaged
internally
Have damaged items replaced
Recharge the jumpstarter.
Take the unit to your Clarke
dealer for repair.

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DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY