DieHard Portable Power 950 User manual

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Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Portable Power 950
12V DC Power Source and Jump Starter
Energía Portátil 950
12V fuente de energía CC y arrancador
OPERATOR’S MANUAL / MANUAL DEL USUARIO
CAUTION:
Read and follow all safety
rules and operating instructions
before every use of this product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
ATENCIÓN:
Lea y siga todas las reglas
de seguridad e instrucciones de uso
antes de cada uso de este producto.
GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES.
Model / Modelo:
28.71687

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Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
PARA ASISTENCIA AL CLIENTE O REPUESTOS,
LLAME GRATIS AL 7 AM-5 PM CT
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DIEHARD®ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY
When operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this DieHard®
product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within 1 year from the date of
purchase, return it to any DieHard®outlet in the United States for free replacement.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS,
CALL 1-800-SEARS-64 (1-800-732-7764) TOLL-FREE
FROM 7 AM TO 5 PM CT.
THIS UNIT CONTAINS A SEALED, NON-SPILLABLE LEAD-ACID
BATTERY. MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
ESTA UNIDAD CONTIENE UNA BATERÍA SELLADA DE ÁCIDO-PLOMO
NO DERRAMABLE QUE DEBE DESECHARSE APROPIADAMENTE.
WARNING: Possible explosion hazard. Contact with battery acid may
cause severe burns and blindness. Keep out of reach of children.
ADVERTENCIA: Posible Riesgo de una explosión. El contacto
con una batería de ácido puede causar quemaduras y ceguera.
Manténgase alejado de los niños.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID BATTERY IS DANGEROUS.
BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING NORMAL OPERATION.
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS EACH TIME
YOU USE THE PORTABLE POWER.
To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by
the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the
vicinity of a battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.
WARNING: Pursuant to California Proposition
65, this product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not disassemble the Portable Power.
Take it to a qualied service professional
if service or repair is required. Incorrect
assembly may result in re or electrical shock.
• Do not use the Portable Power to jump a
vehicle while charging the internal battery.
• Do not recharge the Portable Power with a
damaged extension cord.
• The Portable Power gets hot during
charging and must have proper ventilation.
• Do not set the Portable Power on ammable
materials, such as carpeting, upholstery,
paper, cardboard, etc.
• Place the Portable Power as far away from
the battery being jumped as the cables
will permit.
• Do not expose the Portable Power to rain
or snow.
• Never place the Portable Power directly
above battery being jumped.
• To prevent arcing, never allow the clamps to
touch together or to contact the same piece
of metal.
• Use of an attachment not recommended or
sold by the jump starter’s manufacturer may
result in damage to the unit or personal injury.
• Never operate the Portable Power if it is
damaged.
• If someone else uses the Portable Power,
ensure they are well informed on how to
use it safely, and have read and understood
the operating instructions.
• The Portable Power is NOT designed to be
installed as a replacement for a vehicle
battery.
• Use ONLY on vehicles, boats and garden
tractors powered with a 12V DC battery
system.
• If the engine fails to start after the
recommended number of attempts,
disconnect the unit and look for other
problems that may need to be corrected.
• Use the Portable Power for jump starting
lead-acid batteries ONLY. Do not use for dry
cell batteries that are commonly used with
home appliances.
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Wear complete eye protection and
protective clothing when working near
lead-acid batteries. Always have someone
nearby for help.
• Have plenty of fresh water, soap and baking
soda nearby for use, in case battery acid
contacts your eyes, skin, or clothing. Wash
immediately with soap and water and seek
medical attention.
• If battery acid comes in contact with eyes,
ush eyes immediately for a minimum 10
minutes and get medical attention.
• Neutralize any acid spills thoroughly with
baking soda before attempting to clean up.
• Remove all personal metal items from your
body, such as rings, bracelets, necklaces
and watches. A battery can produce a short
circuit current high enough to weld a ring to
metal, causing a severe burn.
• Never smoke or allow a spark or ame in
the vicinity of the battery or engine.

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FEATURES
1. Jump start ON/OFF switch
2. Built-in light and switch
3. LED indicators
4. Battery clamps
5. USB port
6. Battery status and USB
ON/OFF button
7. Air compressor hose
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CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY OF THE PORTABLE POWER
IMPORTANT! CHARGE IMMEDIATELY
AFTER PURCHASE, AFTER EACH USE
AND EVERY 30 DAYS, TO KEEP THE
PORTABLE POWER’S INTERNAL
BATTERY FULLY CHARGED AND
PROLONG BATTERY LIFE.
CHECKING THE LEVEL OF THE
INTERNAL BATTERY
Press the Battery Status button on the
front of the unit. The LED lights will indicate
the current charge level as follows:
(green) solid –
100%-70% of full charge.
(yellow/orange) solid –
70-30% of full charge.
(yellow/orange)ashing–
Less than 30% of full charge.
CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY
Charge the internal battery for the Portable
Power using an extension cord (not included).
NOTE: Use of an improper extension cord
could result in a risk of re and electric shock.
1. To charge, plug an 18 AWG or larger
extension cord into the charger plug on
the side of the Portable Power.
2. Plug the extension cord into a 120VAC
electrical wall outlet.
3. While the Portable Power is charging,
the (yellow/orange) LED will be lit
until the level reaches 70% of charge,
then the (green) LED will be solid
until it is fully charged. When fully
charged, the (green) LED will pulse.
Complete charging may take up to
72 hours.
4. When the internal battery is fully charged,
the charger will automatically go into
maintain mode and maintain the battery
at full charge without damaging it. When
in maintain mode, the (green) LED
will pulse, as long as there is an AC cord
connected to the charging port.
5. Charge the jump starter as soon as
possible after use.
CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY
WHILE DRIVING
You may also charge the internal battery
while driving, using a male-to-male
charger cable (part number 94500109 –
not included).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT CHARGE
INTERNAL BATTERY FOR MORE THAN
30 MINUTES OR LEAVE THE BATTERY
UNATTENDED. IT COULD EXPLODE,
CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE OR
PERSONAL INJURY.
1. Make sure the car is running.
2. Insert one end of the accessory cable into
the 12V DC power outlet.
3. Insert the other end of the accessory
cable into the vehicle’s accessory outlet
(lighter socket).
NOTE: The green and yellow/orange LEDs
do not operate during this method of
charging. Using this method to charge the
battery overrides the maintain mode and the
battery can be overcharged.
4. Monitor the progress of the charge by
pressing the Battery Status button on
the front of the unit. When the battery is
fully charged, disconnect the accessory
cable from the Portable Power, then from
the lighter socket of the vehicle.
NOTE: Completely disconnect the charger
cable when the engine is not running.

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USING THE PORTABLE POWER
IMPORTANT: Using the Engine Start feature
without a battery installed in the vehicle will
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
1. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Lay the DC cables away from any
fan blades, belts, pulleys and other
moving parts.
3. For a negative-ground vehicle (as in most
vehicles), connect the Portable Power’s
POSITIVE (RED) clamp to the POSITIVE
(POS, P, +) battery post. Next, connect
the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the
vehicle chassis or engine block, away
from the battery.
4. For a positive-ground vehicle, connect the
Portable Power’s NEGATIVE (BLACK)
clamp to the NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -)
battery post. Next, connect the POSITIVE
(RED) clamp to the vehicle chassis or
engine block away from the battery.
5. Turn the rotary switch to the ON position.
6. Crank the engine for no more than
8 seconds. If the engine does not start,
wait 2 minutes before cranking again.
7. After the engine starts, turn the switch to
the OFF position and remove the Portable
Power from the battery.
8. Charge the Portable Power.
USING THE USB PORT
The USB port provides up to 2.1A at 5V DC.
1. Make sure the battery clamps are
securely clipped on the storage holders.
2. To turn on the USB, press the battery
status button. The battery status LED will
illuminate when the USB is on.
3. Plug your device into the USB port.
4. When nished using the USB port, press
the Battery Status button to turn off the USB.
NOTE: To protect your electronic devices,
the USB will automatically shut off when the
internal battery’s charge is low.
5. Charge the Portable Power.
USING THE WORK LIGHT
The work light is controlled by a switch
located on the front of the Portable Power.
• Make sure the light is turned OFF when the
unit is being recharged or stored.
• Position the Portable Power on a at, stable
surface near the intended work area.
• Ensure the battery clamps are securely
clipped on the storage holders.
POWERING A 12V DC DEVICE
The Portable Power is a power source for
all 12V DC accessories that are equipped
with a 12V accessory plug. Use it for power
outages and on shing or camping trips.
NOTE: Do not power a 12V device with the
Portable Power while charging the internal
battery.
1. Make sure the device to be powered
is OFF before inserting the 12V DC
accessory plug into the 12V DC
accessory outlet.
2. Open the protective cover of the DC power
outlet on the Portable Power.
3. Plug the 12V DC device into the DC
power outlet and turn on the 12V DC
device (if required).
4. When nished, turn off the DC device
(if required) and unplug from the DC
power outlet.
CAUTION: Do not use the Portable Power
to run appliances that draw more than
15A DC.
NOTE: Extended operation of a 12V DC
device may result in excessive battery
drain. Recharge the Portable Power
immediately after unplugging the 12V
DC device.
ESTIMATED RUN-TIMES
APPLIANCE
TYPE EST WATTAGE ESTIMATED RUN TIME
Cell phone 4 watts 36 hrs
Fluorescent
light 4 watts 36 hrs
Radios, fans 10 watts 16 hrs
Depth nder 10 watts 16 hrs
Camcorder 15 watts 9.6 hrs
Electrical tool 24 watts 6 hrs
Electric cooler 48 watts 3 hrs
Car vacuum,
air compressor 80 watts 1.8 hrs
NOTE: Actual time may vary. Times are based on the
internal battery being fully charged.

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USING THE AIR COMPRESSOR
WARNING: Read the instructions of the
product being inated before using the
compressor. Avoid overination; do not
exceed the manufacturer’s recommended
pressures. Do not leave the air compressor
unattended during use.
1. Ensure the battery clamps are securely on
the storage holders.
2. Remove the air compressor hose from the
storage compartment in the back of the
Portable Power.
3. Attach the air compressor hose to the
product or accessory to be inated by
ipping down the lever.
4. Place the compressor switch in the ON
position and inate the product.
5. When the product is inated to the proper
air pressure (using the air compressor
gauge) place the compressor switch in the
OFF position and remove the hose.
6. Do not run for more than 10 minutes
maximum at a time. Allow the Portable
Power to cool down for 10 minutes before
using again.
NOTE: To prevent overheating, the
compressor has built-in thermal protection
that will turn the compressor off before it
overheats. If the compressor shuts off, wait
a few minutes and it will automatically
restart when the compressor cools.
NOTE: The air compressor is rated for
150 PSI.
ESTIMATED TIME FOR INFLATING
Vehicle Tires 13"-16" 5-8 minutes
Bike Tires 1-3 minutes
Sports Balls 30 seconds
These times are approximate. Use the air compressor
gauge to ensure the proper pressure has been reached.
Do not overinate.
MAINTENANCE AND CARE
• Clean the clamps and the case each time
you are nished using it.
• Recharge the unit once a month when not
in use.
• Store clamps on their support posts, to
ensure they do not come into contact with
any metallic surface.
• Never completely discharge the internal
battery.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REASON/SOLUTION
The Portable Power won’t
jump start my car.
Clamps are not making
a good connection to the
battery.
Connections are reversed.
The Portable Power’s battery
is not charged.
The vehicle’s battery is
defective.
The Portable Power is not
turned on.
Check for poor connection to
battery and frame. Make sure
connection points are clean.
Disconnect the Portable Power
and reverse the clamps.
Press the Battery Status
button on the front of the unit.
The LEDs will indicate the
status of charge.
Have the battery checked.
Turn the jump start ON/OFF
switch to the ON position.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REASON/SOLUTION
The Portable Power won’t
power my 12V device.
The 12V device is not
turned on.
The Portable Power’s battery
is not charged.
The 12V device draws more
than 15A or has a blown fuse.
Turn on the 12V device.
Check the battery charge
status by pressing the Battery
Status button.
Contact a qualied service
technician, to replace the fuse.
The battery in the Portable
Power won’t hold a charge.
The battery is bad (will not
accept a charge).
Replace the battery.
BEFORE RETURNING FOR REPAIRS
If the above solutions do not eliminate the problem,
or for information about troubleshooting or replacement parts,
call toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.
1-800-732-7764
7:00 am to 5:00 pm CT, Monday through Friday
REPLACEMENT PARTS/ACCESSORIES
Male-to-male accessory cable................................................................................ 94500109