Conrad AT-921 User manual

AUTO STARTER/JUMPER
WELCOME
This product has been carefully engineered and manufactured to give you dependable operation. Please read
this manual thoroughly before operating your new product as it contains the information you need to become
familiar with its features and obtain the performance that will bring you continued enjoyment for many years.
Please keep this manual on file for future reference.
IMPORTANT
PRIOR TO USE, READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED
IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL, AND THOSE PUBLISHED BY YOUR VEHICLE BATTERY
MANUFACTURER AND MANUFACTURER OF ANY DEVICE INTENDED TO BE USED WITH THIS UNIT.
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS:
Do not use the Auto Jumper with a completely discharged battery.
The Auto Jumper is NOT waterproof!
It will be damaged if submerged in water.
When not in use, the Auto Jumper should only be stored in a temperature environment of 32°F to 110°F.
During operation, the Auto Jumper may become warm. Discontinue operation if the Auto Jumper becomes
too hot.
Please be responsible, always recycle your Ni-Cad!
Recharge battery after every use. The Auto Jumper comes fully charged. However, it is recommended that
you initially charge the unit overnight using your AC Adapter or by your cigarette lighter for at least 30
minutes.
The Auto Jumper includes fuse protection that regulates the discharge and recharge of the Auto Jumper.
Auto Jumper is designed to recharge 12 volt batteries with a low voltage between 10.4 and 10.5 volts.
The Auto Jumper should be charged every 12 months regardless of usage. Using an AC adapter is
recommended.
Charging a Weak Battery:
Be sure the Auto Jumper is not connected to the vehicle before attempting to start vehicle.
Turn off lights and all other electrical accessories (eg. Fan, radio, windshield wipers, etc.) Turn on the small
interior light to use as an indicator that the battery is charging.
If you have a car alarm, the car alarm must be put into "Valet Mode". Many popular car alarms will cut off
power to the vehicles electrical system. If you have this type of alarm, the Auto Jumper will not work if the
alarm is engaged.
Make sure your cigarette lighter socket is clean and free of debris.
Plug the Auto Jumper into the cigarette lighter socket.
Push the "On/Off" button to the "On" Position.
The light on the 12-volt cigarette connector will illuminate to show charging has begun. The interior light will
also illuminate.
If the light or dial does not brighten, Turn on the ignition key to the "Accessories" position (see vehicle
owner's manual). If your vehicle's 12-volt cigarette lighter or power source is off when the ignition is off, be
sure the ignition key is set to the "Accessories" position during the recharging process.
If the interior light does not brighten, turn off the interior light. Allow the unit to remain in the cigarette lighter
for at least 35 minutes.
Attempt to start the vehicle. If the vehicle does not start, DO NOT attempt to start the engine more than
twice. Call a service center or tow truck.
Recharging the Auto Jumper in Your Vehicle:
1. To recharge the Auto Jumper through the vehicle, push the "On/Off" button to the "Off" position, and simply
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leave the Auto Jumper plugged into the cigarette lighter socket for 1-1.5 hrs with engine or motor running.
This will provide enough charge for future use.
2. Do not leave the Auto Jumper plugged into the vehicle cigarette lighter socket when the vehicle is not
running. This will not cause any damage to your vehicle battery, but may discharge the Auto Jumper.
Recharging the Auto Jumper by AC Adaptor at Your Home:
1. Plug one end of the AC adaptor into the wall outlet at your home and the other end into the AC charging
input socket on the Auto Jumper.
2. The charging time will take about 4-6 hours.
Using the Auto Jumper as a 12-volt DC Power Source:
1. The Auto Jumper comes equipped with a 12-volt DC power socket.
2. The socket of the Auto Jumper has a positive (+) center pin. Most, but not all, 12-volt DC accessories come
with this configuration.
3. Before connecting any 12-volt DC accessory to the Auto Jumper, Check the polarity of the accessory (see
accessory owners manual).
4. For DC accessories that do not have a positive (+) center pin, do not operate at 12 volts, or have a different
connector, you must use a DC to DC adapter (not included).
5. The Auto Jumper is designed to operate a number of DC accessories successfully, such as 12-volt radios,
cellular phones and PDAs etc..
6. A DC to DC adapter set is required to run these accessory items and is available at most discount
department stores.
Technical Information:
- Battery Type: Sub-c Ni-Cad
- Voltage Output: 13.2V DC
- Fuse Size: 20A