Operating instructions

USER’S MANUAL — Please read before using this equipment.
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500 Peak Amp Jumpstarter with Air Compressor
By Wagan Tech
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• For negative grounded systems, first disconnect negative (black) then positive
(red) clamps.
allow clamps (positive & negative terminals) to touch together or to contact the
same piece of metal to prevent short-circuits and arcing.
• For positive grounded systems, first disconnect positive (red) then negative
(black) clamps.
6. Follow instructions for a negative grounded system or positive grounded system
as indicated below:
Negative Grounded System:
USING THE AIR COMPRESSOR
a. Securely connect the positive (+) red clamp to the positive (POS, P+)
terminal of the vehicle battery or the remote positive (+) terminal if
equipped.
WARNING: Check item to be inflated for manufacturer's maximum
recommended inflation pressure. Avoid over inflation. Most tires are properly
inflated between 24-35 PSI. Some truck and bicycle tires require 40 PSI or
more.
b. Securely connect the negative (-) black clamp to the vehicle chassis, engine
block or a non-moving metal part of the vehicle which is verified to be
grounded. Do not clamp directly to negative battery terminal, carburetor,
fuel lines, or sheet metal body parts.
To inflate tires:
c. See jump-starting step 7 to continue.
1. Remove valve cap from air valve stem.
Note: Make sure locking thumb lever is at up position. If necessary, use valve
stem adapter.
Positive Grounded System:
a. Securely connect the negative (-) black clamp to the negative (Neg, N-)
ungrounded terminal of the vehicle battery.
2. Insert stem connector to valve stem. Make sure connector is pushed to valve
stem as far as possible.
b. Securely connect the positive (+) red clamp to the vehicle chassis, engine
block or a non-moving metal part of the vehicle which is verified to be
grounded. Do not clamp directly to positive battery terminal, carburetor, fuel
lines, or sheet metal body parts.
3. Press down the locking thumb lever to engage.
4. Set On/Off safety switch to the “ON” position.
5. Set the compressor On/Off switch to "ON" position by pressing down the
section of switch marked "I".
c. See jump-starting step 7 to continue.
Note: In the event that the tire’s completely flat, raise the vehicle using a
recommended jack before inflating the tire.
7. Set On/Off safety switch to "ON" after clamps are secure on battery post.
6. Monitor pressure on air pressure gauge.
8. Allow 2 or 3 minutes of charging time. It is recommended to have a second
person to assist holding the unit securely in place during the next steps.
Note: It is recommended to use a separate air gauge to check the actual inflation
pressure. When desired pressure is reached, turn off compressor, turn the
locking thumb lever to up position and remove stem connector from valve stem.
Also remove valve stem adapter if applicable.
9. Turn on the vehicle to attempt to start the engine. If the vehicle does not start
after 4 to 5 seconds of engine cranking, then stop. Wait 3 to 4 minutes, and then
try again. Repeat several times until the vehicle starts.
7. Replace valve cap on valve stem.
CAUTION: Excessive engine cranking can damage vehicle starter motor. If
the engine turns, but fails to start after several attempts, other technical
problems might be involved. Discontinue cranking the engine until the other
problem is determined and corrected.
To inflate plastic inflatable (balls, air mattresses, rubber rafts, etc.):
1. Check manufacturer's specification on item to be inflated for correct inflation
pressure.
2. Remove valve cap cover from valve stem.
3. Insert proper valve stem adapter into stem connector as far as possible and turn
the locking thumb lever to down position.
10. Standing as far away from the vehicle battery as is practical, disconnect the
clamps in reverse sequence to connecting procedure:
4. Insert other end of valve stem adapter into inflatable air valve stem as far as
practical.