Schumacher Electric INSTANT POWER XP750C User manual

OWNERS MANUAL
Models: XP750C, XP750W
INSTANT POWER™
Jump Starter and DC Power Source
PLEASE SAVE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND READ BEFORE EACH USE.
This manual will explain how to use the Instant Power safely and effectively.
Please read and follow these instructions and precautions carefully.
XP750C
XP750W

THIS UNIT CONTAINS A SEALED, NON-SPILLABLE
LEAD-ACID BATTERY. MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
WARNING: Possible explosion hazard. Contact with battery acid may cause
severe burns and blindness. Keep out of reach of children.s niños.
1. 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 INSTANT 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 marking 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 Instant 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 Instant Power to jump a
vehicle while charging the internal battery.
•Do not recharge the Instant Power with a
damaged extension cord.
•The Instant Power gets hot during charging
and must have proper ventilation.
•Do not set the Instant Power on
ammable materials, such as carpeting,
upholstery, paper, cardboard, etc.
•Place the Instant Power as far away from
the battery being jumped as the cables
will permit.
•Do not expose the Instant Power to rain
or snow.
•Never place the Instant 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 Schumacher®Electric
Corporation may result in damage to the
unit or personal injury.
•Never operate the Instant Power if it is
damaged.
•If someone else uses the Instant Power,
ensure they are well informed on how
to use it safely, and have read and
understood the operating instructions.
•The Instant 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 Instant Power for jump starting
lead-acid batteries only. Do not use for dry
cell batteries that are commonly used with
home appliances.
2. 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.
3. FEATURES
XP750W
1. Air compressor hose
2. USB port
3. Rotary switch for USB and jump starter
4. Built-in work light
5. Battery status indicators
6. Battery status button
7. Worklight ON/OFF switch
8. 12V DC power outlet
9. Battery clamps
10. Air compressor gauge
11. Air compressor ON/OFF switch
12. Internal battery charger port
13. Air compressor hose wrap cleats
14. Air compressor adapters
and storage bag
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2XP750C
1. Worklight ON/OFF switch
2. Rotary switch for USB and jump starter
3. Built-in work light
4. Battery status indicators
5. Battery status button
6. USB port
7. 12V DC power outlet
8. Battery clamps
9. Air compressor gauge
10. Air compressor ON/OFF switch
11. Internal battery charger port
12. Air compressor hose wrap cleats
13. Air compressor hose
14. Air compressor adapters
and storage bag
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4. CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY OF THE INSTANT POWER
IMPORTANT! CHARGE IMMEDIATELY
AFTER PURCHASE, AFTER EACH
USE AND EVERY 30 DAYS, TO KEEP
THE INSTANT 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:
RED – less than 20% of full charge;
immediately charge the unit.
YELLOW/ORANGE – 20-80% of full
charge.
GREEN – more than 80% of full charge.
CHARGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY
Charge the internal battery for the
Instant 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, ip the AC connector on
the back of the unit DOWN and plug in
an 18 AWG or larger extension cord.
2. Plug the extension cord into a 120VAC
electrical wall outlet.
3. While the jump starter is charging, the
RED LED will be on. Complete charging
may take up to 72 hours. When the
RED LED turns off, the jump starter is
ready to use.
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 RED LED does 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 Instant
Power, then from the lighter socket of
the vehicle.
NOTE: Completely disconnect the charger
cable when the engine is not running.
5. USING THE INSTANT 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 Instant
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 Instant 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 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
Instant Power from the battery.
8. Charge the Instant Power.

USING THE USB PORT
The USB port provides up to 2A
at 5V DC.
1. Ensure the battery clamps are
securely clipped on the storage
holders.
2. Turn the Instant Power ON.
3. Plug your device into the USB port.
4. When nished using the USB port,
turn the switch to the OFF position.
5. Charge the Instant Power.
USING THE WORK LIGHT
The work light is controlled by a sliding
ON/OFF switch located on the front of
the Instant Power. Make sure the lamp
is turned OFF when the unit is being
recharged or stored.
Position the Instant 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 Instant 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 Instant 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 Instant 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 Instant 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 Instant Power
immediately after unplugging the 12V
DC device.
Estimated run-times
APPLIANCE TYPE EST
WATTAGE
XP750C
XP750W
Cell phone 4 watts 34 hrs
Fluorescent light 4 watts 34 hrs
Radios, fans 9 watts 14 hrs
Depth nder 9 watts 14 hrs
Camcorder 15 watts 7 hrs
Electrical tool 24 watts 5 hrs
Electric cooler 48 watts 2 hours
Car vacuum, air compressor 80 watts 1.8 hrs
NOTE: Actual time may vary. Times are based
on the internal battery being fully charged.
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.
NOTE: Wrap cleats are provided for
convenient storage of the air compressor
hose. Wrap the hose around these cleats
when the hose is not in use.
1. Remove the air compressor hose from
the storage cleats.
2. Connect the adapter to the valve
stem by threading it onto the end. If
necessary, use one of the additional
adaptors.
3. Press the air compressor power
switch to turn ON and inate to the
desired pressure or fullness (refer to
the gauge next to the switch).
4. When the desired pressure is
reached, press the air compressor
power switch to turn OFF and remove
the connector from the valve stem.
5. Allow unit to cool.
6. Recharge the unit before storing.
NOTE: The air compressor is rated for
150 PSI.
Estimated time for inating
Vehicle tires 13-16" 6-24 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.
6. 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.

7. TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REASON/SOLUTION
The Instant Power won’t
jump start my car.
Clamps are not making
a good connection to the
battery.
Connections are reversed.
The Instant Power’s battery is
not charged.
The vehicle’s battery is
defective.
The Instant Power is not
turned on.
Check for poor connection to
battery and frame. Make sure
connection points are clean.
Disconnect the Instant 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 Instant Power ON/OFF
switch to the ON position.
The Instant Power won’t
power my 12V device.
The 12V device is not
turned on.
The Instant Power’s battery is
not charged.
The 12V device draws more
than 15A or has a short
circuit.
Turn on the 12V device.
Check the battery charge status
by pressing the Battery Status
button.
Disconnect the 12V device.
The internal breaker will
automatically reset after a
minute or two. Try the 12V
device again.
The battery in the Instant
Power won’t hold a charge.
The battery is bad (will not
accept a charge).
Have the battery checked.
The compressor shuts off. The compressor is
overheated.
Allow to cool for a few minutes,
then try again.
8.SPECIFICATIONS
XP750C, XP750W
Internal battery type .....................................Sealed, maintenance-free, AGM, lead-acid
Nominal voltage ..................................................................................................12V DC
12V DC power output........................................................................................ 15A fuse
9.REPLACEMENT PARTS/ACCESSORIES
Male-to-male accessory cable ........................................................................ 94500109
SPUSB 2.0 Amp dual USB 12V plug .............................................................. 94500750
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