West Marine PowerStation Pro 15808520 User manual

Owner’s Manual
PowerStation Pro
JUMPSTARTER / COMPRESSOR / POWER SUPPLY MODEL 15808520 / PPRH6WM
Dispositif de démarrage rapide /Compresseur /Source d’alimentation

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1Built-in 120 volt AC charger (under
protective cover)
2Rubber grip handle
3Jump starter power switch
4Air hose and SureFit™ nozzle connector
5Storage compartment cover
6Nozzle adapters
7Positive (+) red clamp
8LED area light
9Negative (–) black clamp
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Dual 120 volt AC outlets (under protective covers)
11 Air pressure gauge
12 Battery status LED indicators
13 Battery power level button
14 Reverse polarity indicator
15 12 Volt DC accessory outlet (under
protective cover)
16 Inverter power switch
17 Inverter power indicator
18 Compressor power switch
19 Area light on/off button
20 USB power indicator
21 USB power on/off button
22 USB charging port (under protective cover)
23 12 Volt DC charging adapter
(may be sold separately)
Features
FCC COMPLIANCE
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorientorrelocatethereceivingantenna.
• Increasetheseparationbetweenequipmentandreceiver.
• Connecttheequipmentintoanoutletonacircuitdifferentfromthattowhichthereceiverisconnected.
• Consultthedealeroranexperiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp.
Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

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SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in property damage.
Risk Of Unsafe Operation. When using tools or equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of personal injury. Improper operation, maintenance or modification of
tools or equipment could result in serious injury and property damage. There are certain applications
for which tools and equipment are designed. Manufacturer strongly recommends that this product NOT
be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed. Read and understand
all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: This product or its power cord contains lead, a chemical known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defect or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Read All Instructions
WARNING: Read all instructions before operating the professional power station. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
General Safety Warnings and Instructions
• This unit was designed for household use only.
WARNING — TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURST HAZARD, OR INJURY
TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY:
• Failuretofollowallinstructionsinthismanualmayresultinelectricshock,fireand/orseriousinjury.
• Avoid dangerous environments. Don’t use appliances in damp or wet locations. Don’t use appliances
in the rain.
• Keep children away. All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and substantial, non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
• Store idle appliance indoors. When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and
high or locked-up place — out of reach of children.
• Don’t abuse cord. Never carry appliance by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
• Disconnect appliances. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply when not in use, before
servicing, and when changing accessories.

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• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuits or outlets
to be used. Receptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
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Use of accessories and attachments. The use of any accessory or attachment not recommended
for use with this appliance could be hazardous. Refer to the accessory section of this manual for
further details.
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Stay alert. Use common sense. Do not operate this equipment when you are tired or impaired.
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Check for damaged parts. Any part that is damaged should be replaced by the manufacturer before
further use. Contact the manufacturer at 1(877)-571-2391 for more information.
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Do not operate this appliance near ammable liquids or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres.
Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
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Never submerge this unit in water; donotexposeittorain,snoworusewhenwet.
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To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect the unit from any power source before attempting
maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls without disconnecting will not reduce this risk.
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This equipment employs parts (switches, relays, etc.) that produce arcs or sparks. Therefore, if
used in an enclosed area, the unit MUST be placed not less than 18 inches above the floor.
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Do not use this unit to operate appliances that need more than 5 amps to operate from the 12
Volt DC accessory outlet.
• Do not insert foreign objects into the USB port, the 12 Volt DC accessory outlet or the 120 Volt
AC outlet.
Specific Safety Instructions for Charging this Unit
• IMPORTANT: This unit is delivered in a partially charged state. Fully charge unit with a household
extensioncord(notsupplied)forafull40hoursbeforeusingforthefirsttime.Youcannotovercharge
the unit using the AC charging method.
• Torechargethisunit,useonlythebuilt-inACchargingadapterorthesuppliedDCchargingadapter
(may be sold separately).
• AllON/OFFswitchesshouldbeintheOFFpositionwhentheunitischargingornotinuse.Make
sure all switches are in the OFF position before connection to a power source or load.
Extension cords
WARNING: Useofimproperextensioncordcouldresultinariskoffireandelectricshock.
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Use 16 gauge extension cord or heavier. Whenusinganextensioncord,makesurethatthepins
oftheextensioncordarethesamenumber,sizeandshapeasthoseinthecharger;andbesureto
use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a
dropinlinevoltageresultinginlossofpowerandoverheating.Ifindoubt,usethenextheavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
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When an extension cord is used, make sure that:
 a)thepinsofextensioncordarethesamenumber,sizeandshapeasthoseinthecharger,

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 b)theextensioncordisproperlywiredandingoodelectricalcondition,
c) the wire size is large enough for the AC rating of the charger.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE: Pull by connector rather
thancordwhendisconnectingtheextensioncordfromtheunit;andbyplugwhendisconnecting
theextensioncordfromanACoutlet.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN CHARGING USING THE 12 VOLT
DC METHOD:
• Rechargeusingthismethodonlywhennecessary.Frequentusethethe12VoltDCchargingmethod
may shorten battery life.
• Donotexceed6hourschargingtimeusingthismethod.
Specific safety instructions for Inverters
• Donotusethisinverterwithmedicaldevices.Itisnottestedformedicalapplications.
• Ifthereisanysignthatyourapplianceisfunctioningdifferentlyfromwhenitisconnectedtoa
standard AC wall receptacle, unplug it and seek advice from your appliance manufacturer before
continuing use with this inverter.
Specific Safety Instructions for Compressors
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE:
• Neverleavethecompressorunattendedwhileinuse.
WARNING: BURST HAZARD:
• Monitorthepressureatalltimesonthepressuregage.
• Burstingarticlescancauseseriousinjury.
• Carefullyfollowinstructionsonarticlestobeinflated.
• Neverexceedtherecommendedpressurelistedininstructionsonarticlestobeinflated.Ifnopressure
is given, contact article manufacturer before inflating..
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE:
Donotoperatecompressorcontinuouslyforlongerthanapproximately10minutes,dependingon
ambient temperatures, as it may overheat.
Specific Safety Instructions for Jump starters
WARNING: BURST HAZARD
Do not use the unit for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances.
These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage property. Use the unit for
charging/boosting a lead-acid battery only. It is not intended to supply power to a low-voltage
electrical system other than in a starter-motor application.
• Useofanattachmentnotsupplied,recommendedorsoldbymanufacturerspecificallyforusewith
this unit may result in a risk of electrical shock and injury to persons.

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WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES
• Workinginthevicinityofaleadacidbatteryisdangerous.Batteriesgenerateexplosivegases
during normal battery operation. For this reason, it is of the utmost importance that each time
beforeusingthejumpstarteryoureadthismanualandfollowinstructionsexactly.
• Toreducetheriskofbatteryexplosion,followtheseinstructionsandthosepublishedbythebattery
manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery.
Review cautionary markings on these products and on the engine.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE:
• NEVERATTEMPTTOJUMPSTARTORCHARGEAFROZENBATTERY.
• Vesselsorvehiclesthathaveon-boardcomputerizedsystemsmaybedamagedifvesselorvehicle
battery is jump started. Before jump starting, read the vessel or vehicle’s owner’s manual to confirm
thatexternal-startingassistanceissuitable.
• Whenworkingwithleadacidbatteries,alwaysmakesureimmediateassistanceisavailableincase
of accident or emergency.
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Always have protective eyewear when using this product: contact with battery acid may cause blindness
and/or severe burns. Be aware of first aid procedures in case of accidental contact with battery acid.
• Haveplentyoffreshwaterandsoapnearbyincasebatteryacidcontactsskin.
• Neversmokeorallowasparkorflameinvicinityofvesselorvehiclebattery,engineorpowerstation.
• Stayclearoffanblades,belts,pulleys,andotherpartsthatcancauseinjurytopersons.
• Removepersonalmetalitemssuchasrings,bracelets,necklacesandwatcheswhenworkingwitha
lead acid battery. A lead acid battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld a ring,
or similar metal object, to skin, causing a severe burn.
• Donotwearvinylclothingwhenjumpstartingavesselorvehicle.Frictioncancausedangerous
static-electrical sparks.
• Jumpstartproceduresshouldonlybeperformedinasafe,dry,well-ventilatedarea.
• Alwaysstorebatteryclampswhennotinuse.Nevertouchbatteryclampstogether.Thiscancause
dangeroussparks,powerarcingand/orexplosion.
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When using this unit close to the vessel or vehicle’s battery and engine, stand the unit on a flat, stable surface,
and be sure to keep all clamps, cords, clothing and body parts away from moving vessel or vehicle parts.
• Neverallowredandblackclampstotoucheachotheroranothercommonmetalconductor—this
couldcausedamagetotheunitand/orcreateasparking/explosionhazard.
a) For negative-grounded systems, connect the positive (red) clamp to the positive ungrounded battery
post and the negative (black) clamp to the vessel or vehicle chassis or engine block away from the
battery. Do not connect the clamp to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet-metal body parts. Connect to
a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.
b) For positive-grounded systems, connect the negative (black) clamp to the negative ungrounded
battery post and the positive (red) clamp to the vessel or vehicle chassis or engine block away from
the battery. Do not connect the clamp to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet-metal body parts.
Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.

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• Iftheconnectionstothebattery’spositiveandnegativeterminalsareincorrect,thereversepolarity
indicator will light and the unit will sound a continuous alarm until the clamps are disconnected.
Disconnect clamps and reconnect to battery with correct polarity.
• Alwaysdisconnectthenegative(black)jumpercablefirst,followedbythepositive(red)jumper
cable,exceptforpositivegroundedsystems.
• Donotexposebatterytofireorintenseheatsinceitmayexplode.Beforedisposingofthebattery,
protectexposedterminalswithheavy-dutyelectricaltapetopreventshorting(shortingcanresultin
injury or fire).
• Placethisunitasfarawayfromthebatteryascablespermit.
• Neverallowbatteryacidtocomeincontactwiththisunit.
• Donotoperatethisunitinaclosedareaorrestrictventilationinanyway.
• Thissystemisdesignedtobeusedonlyonvesselsorvehicleswitha12voltDCbatterysystem.Do
notconnecttoa6voltor24voltbatterysystem.
• Thissystemisnotdesignedtobeusedasareplacementforavehicularbattery.Donotattemptto
operate a vessel or vehicle that does not have a battery installed.
• Excessiveenginecrankingcandamageavesselorvehicle’sstartermotor.Iftheenginefailstostart
after the recommended number of attempts, discontinue jump start procedures and look for other
problems that may need to be corrected.
• Donotusethisjump-starterinsideanycompartmentorenclosedarea.Thisunitisnotratedfor
ignition protected areas. The unit must be kept dry and only used in a well-ventilated environment.
• Althoughthisunitcontainsanon-spillablebattery,itisrecommendedthatunitbekeptupright
during storage, use and recharging. To avoid possible damage that may shorten the unit’s working
life, protect it from direct sunlight, direct heat and/or moisture.
FIRST AID
• SKIN : If battery acid comes in contact with skin, rinse immediately with water, then wash thoroughly
with soap and water. If redness, pain, or irritation occurs, seek immediate medical attention.
• EYES : If battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately, for a minimum of 15 minutes
and seek immediate medical attention.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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GENERAL OPERATION
Charging /Recharging Lead-acid batteries require routine maintenance to ensure a full charge and
long battery life. All batteries lose energy from self-discharge over time
and more rapidly at higher temperatures. Therefore, batteries need periodic
charging to replace energy lost through self-discharge. When the unit is
not in frequent use, manufacturer recommends the battery be recharged at
least every 30 days.
IMPORTANT: If you know the unit is discharged, but the battery status
LEDs illuminate as if the unit is fully charged when connected to a
charging power source, this may be due to the internal battery having high
impedance. The manufacturer suggests leaving the unit charging for a
periodof40hoursusingthebuilt-inACchargerbeforeuse.
WARNING: Never attempt to use the AC and DC charging methods at
the same time.
Notes: This unit is delivered in a partially charged state – you must fully charge it
before using it for the first time. Initial AC charge should be for 40 hours.
Recharging battery after each use will prolong battery life; frequent heavy
discharges between recharges and/or overcharging will reduce battery life.
Make sure all other unit functions are turned off during recharging, as this
can slow the recharging process.
CAUTION: RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE: Failure to keep the battery
charged will cause permanent damage and result in poor jump starting
performance.
1) Lift the cover built-in 120 Volt AC charger located on the lower left front
oftheunit(refertotheFeaturessectiontolocate).Connectanextension
cord to the unit. Plug the other end of the cord into a standard 120 Volt
AC wall outlet.
2) Charge until two red LED battery status indicators light and one green
LED battery status indicator lights or flashes.
3)Disconnecttheextensioncord.
Note: The unit cannot be overcharged using this method.
The unit will not charge if the inverter power switch is turned on.
12 Volt DC Charging
Method (may be sold
separately)
WARNING: NEVER connect this unit to a positive grounded vessel or
vehicle using the 12 Volt DC Adapter.
The DC recharging method will NOT recharge the unit as effectively as
recharging from 120 Volt AC. The 12 Volt DC recharging procedure is
recommended only when it is necessary, since frequent use of the 12 Volt
DC recharging procedure may shorten the battery system’s life.
Charging/Recharging
Using the 120 Volt AC
Charger and a Standard
Household Extension
Cord (not included)

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  Chargingtheunitfromanexternal12VoltDCpowersourcerequiresthe
use of the 12 Volt DC adapter. This adapter has a male DC connector at
each end.
1) Insert the grooved-tipped 12 Volt DC Charging Adapter plug into the
vessel or vehicle’s 12 Volt DC accessory outlet.
2) Insert the smooth-tipped end plug into the 12 Volt DC accessory outlet
on the front panel of the unit.
3) Charge the unit until the green FULL indicator lights when the Battery
Power Level Button is pressed (with the adapter unplugged from the
unit). DO NOT CHARGE MORE THAN 6 HOURS MAXIMUM USING
THIS METHOD.
4)Whenchargingiscomplete,removethechargingcordandstoreina
safe place.
Notes: Some vessels orvehicles require that the ignition be switched to the accessory
outlet position in order to power the accessory outlet.
Do not leave the unit unattended when charging using the this method.
Jumpstarter This Jumpstarter is equipped with an On/Off Power Switch. Once the
connections are properly made, turn the switch on to jump start the vessel
or vehicle.
1) Turn off vessel or vehicle ignition and all accessories (radio, A/C, lights,
connected cell phone chargers, etc.). Place vessel or vehicle in “park”
and set the emergency brake.
2) Make sure the Jumpstarter Power Switch is turned to off.
3) Remove jumper clamps from clamp tabs. Connect the red clamp first,
then the black clamp.
4) Procedure for jump starting a NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM
(negative battery terminal is connected to chassis) (MOST COMMON)
 4a. Connectpositive(+)redclamptovesselorvehiclebattery’spositive
terminal.
 4b.Connectnegative(–)blackclamptochassisorasolid,non-moving,
metal vessel or vehicle component or body part. Never clamp
directly to
negative battery terminal or moving part. Refer to the
automobile owner’s manual.
5) Procedure for jump starting POSITIVE GROUND SYSTEMS
Note: In the rare event that the vessel or vehicle to be started has a Positive
Grounded System (positive battery terminal is connected to chassis), replace
steps 4a and 4b above with steps 5a and 5b, then proceed to step 6.