OzCharge OC-JS1500 User manual

Model: OC-JS1500
Designed and Made for Australian and New Zealand Conditions

Safety Precautions
•NEVER allow the negative and positive leads, on this unit, to touch each other or the
same metal object as a short circuit will occur and possibly cause damage, injury or death.
•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.
•The OC-JS1500 Jumpstarter is designed for use with 12V systems ONLY.
•Do not operate the Jumpstart if any of the cables are damaged. Consult your
dealer for repair or replacement of the parts.
• Do not operate the Jumpstarter if the case is damaged. Consult your dealer or
a certied person for inspection and repair.
•Ensure the vehicle battery posts and battery clamps are clean and free of corrosion before use.
•When connecting the Jumpstarter leads to a battery, ensure the POWER dial is OFF,
and ALWAYS connect the RED, (positive, +ve) clamp to the UNEARTHED battery terminal
FIRST, then connect the BLACK, (negative, -ve) conductor to the chassis or suitable engine
bolt, well away from the battery and fuel line - This will prevent short circuits and possible re.
•To prevent battery overheating and consequent damage, do not exceed our
recommendations for jump starting.
•When jumpstarting ensure the area is well ventilated as batteries can release harmful gases.
•ALWAYS wear suitable protective clothing and eye protection when working with
lead acid batteries.
•The Jumpstarter is NOT to be used as a replacement for a vehicle battery.
•DO NOT attempt to BOOST CHARGE the Jumpstarter’s sealed battery.
•DO NOT allow the battery, at any time, to become completely discharged.
WARNING! It is possible that some electronic equipment could be damaged by
jump starting. ALWAYS check the manufacturers handbookfor safety information.
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Model No. OC-JS1500
Battery Sealed Lead Acid
Voltage 12 Volts DC Nominal
Capacity 38 Amp-Hour
600 Cranking Amps (1500 Peak)
Cable Size 4 AWG ( 20 mm )
Power Source Cigarette Lighter Socket (5 Amps)
Work Light 0.5 Watt L.E.D.

Guarantee
Features and Use
The OC-JS1500 is a rechargeable 12 Volt jumpstarter which can be used to start a car
in the event of a battery. The unit can also be used to power such things as Mobile
Phone Cargers, Radios, Electric Coolers etc. via cigarette lighter type socket. The unit also incorporates
a built in work lamp and may be used as a stand alone light source.
An audible warning will sound in the event of low battery voltage, or if the clamps are
incorrectly for jump starting (wrong polarity).
1 Positive Battery Connection Lead
to connect to positive the battery terminal
2 Lamp to provide light for roadside repairs or emergency situations
3 12 DC Charger Input Socket connects the supplied chargers to charge the internal battery
4 240 Volt AC Charger to charge the internal battery pack at home or garage
5 Cigar Lighter Adaptor to charge the internal battery pack in your car or boat
6 ON/OFF Switch
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Voltage Meter to indicate the voltage level of the internal battery or charging status
9Cigar Lighter Socket used to power small external devices (Fig. 1)
8
Voltage Test Switch press to indicate the internal battery power level
10
Lamp ON/OFF Switch switches the lamp ON or OFF
11
Negative Battery Connection Lead to connect to the negative battery terminal
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Fig. 1
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Zylux Distribution Pty. Ltd. (OzCharge) warrants that this product will be free from manufacturing
defects for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. For more information regarding
warranty, please contact Zylux Distribution by the details on the back page of this user guide.
engages the jumpstarting leads
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Battery Charging
IMPORTANT!
1. Charge your Jumpstart battery before using for the time. (See ‘A’ below).
2. Recharge the battery after every use.
3. Recharge the battery every 3 months
4. NEVER leave your Jumpstarter battery in a state of discharge.
Following the above rules will ensure maximum working life from your OC-JS1500
Two means of charging the battery are
provided.
1. Via a 240V supply, using the 240V
charger with cable and DC plug
provided, shown in
2. Via a 12V vehicle supply using the
cigar lighter adapter with cable and
plug provided, shown in
A 5Amp fuse is into the cigar
lighter plug adapter, accessed by
unscrewing the end cap of the
adapter. Take care not to loose the
spring when unscrewing the cap.
NOTE : Using a 12V vehicle supply, the
battery will not charge to its maximum,
but only to approx. 50% of its capacity.
Charging using the 240 Volt Charger
A.
1. Plug the cable into the socket at the front of the
unit, then the charger in to the mains supply and
switch ON. The red LED will illuminate to denote
charging is in progress.
2. Continue to charge until the RED charging light
goes OUT. It is important to note that this could
take several days, depending upon the state of
charge of the battery.
NOTE: Pressing the ‘TEST’ button, with the charger
connected, will cause the needle on the voltmeter
to register the current state of charge of the battery.
Once the charger is disconnected, it will be noted that
the voltage will slowly settle back. This is normal
and should not cause alarm.
When the LED extinguishes, charging will automatically
stop, indicating that the battery is at maximumcapacity.
IMPORTANT! DO NOT allow the needle to enter the RED zone as this
could damage the battery.
Fig. 3
Fig. 2

Jump Starting
ALWAYS
carry out the following preliminary checks before connecting the OC-JS1500
to a vehicle battery:
•Ensure the vehicle ignition and ALL auxiliary equipment - lighting, radio etc., is switched OFF.
•Ensure the vehicle battery is rated at 12V and is not damaged in any way.
•Ensure the battery terminals are clean and free of corrosion and the terminals are rm and secure.
1.
IMPORTANT!
ENSURE THE JUMPSTART ON/OFF SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING
When it is safe to proceed, connect the RED clamp to the unearthed battery terminal
(on most vehicles, this is usually the positive (+ve) terminal and marked in RED),
Then the connect the BLACK clamp to a heavy grounded chassis or engine bolt,
well away from the fuel lines or moving parts, ensuring the connections are rm and secure.
If the polarity is incorrect, and audible warning will sound.
Disconnect IMMEDIATELY and reverse the clamp connections.
2. Turn the battery switch to the ON position, and wait a few minutes.
(This will provide the vehicle battery with a quick ‘boost’ charge to allow for easier starting).
3. Switch the car ignition on, and then to ‘start’, for NO MORE than a few seconds.
Some engines require a few seconds for the fuel pump to prime before starting.
If the engine does not start, SWITCH OFF the car and wait for at least 5 minutes before trying again.
4. Once the engine is running, TURN the battery switch to the OFF position, disconnect the
negative (BLACK) clamp FIRST and return it to its storage position, then disconnect the
positive clamp (RED) from the battery terminal and restore to its storage position.
As soon as possible after use, recharge the Jumpstart battery. If the battery is allowed to
remain in a discharged state, its life may be shortened.
1. Plug the cable into the socket at the front of the unit, then into the cigarette lighter
receptacle on the vehicle and start the engine. The green LED will illuminate on the
adapter, and the red LED on the charger to denote charging is in progress.
2. Continue to charge until the voltmeter registers ‘Battery Charged’ when the ‘TEST’ button
is pressed, WITH THE CHARGING CURRENT DISCONNECTED . i.e., disconnect the cigarette
lighter adapter from the receptacle on the vehicle before pressing the TEST switch.
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.
For maximum battery life, we strongly recommend that you maintain the battery in a fully
charged state at all times.
If charging does not take place, check the green LED on the adapter. If extinguished, check the inline fuse
within the cigar lighter adapter plug. Ensure all connections are clean and free dirt or grease etc.
B. Charging using the 12 Volt Adaptor

The unit has a cigarette lighter type socket located on the side of the casing
that allows connection via a standard Cigarette Ligher connector to other DC
electrical equipment.
WARNING: Be Aware that a fully charged 12V battery can have an output of approx.13.5V.
Consult the appliance handbook to ensure it is safe to operate from a 12V battery.
The table below indicates the approx. operating time from a fully charged battery.
Estimated Operating Period Provided
Estimated Use Electrical Appliance
30 Hours Mobile Phones, Portable Music Players
21 Hours Radios, Small Fans
12 Hours Camcorder, DVD,Spotlight
7 Hours Electric Tools, Bilge Pump
Maintenance
Always
inspect the OC-JS1500before use to ensure the cables are in good condition, and the
clamps are clean and free from corrosion. Have them replaced if any damage is apparent.
Keep clean by wiping with a dry cloth. DO NOT use water or solvents for cleaning.
NOTE: When the battery is in a low state of charge, an audilble warning will sound.
Using as a 12Volt Power Supply

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ZYLUX DISTRIBUTION PTY. LTD. (OZCHARGE)
166 Christmas Street, Fairfield, Vic, 3078 Australia
Website: www.ozcharge.com.au
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