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For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

SKU 38391 

        

10. 

stay alert

.  Watch what you are 

doing, use common sense. Do not 

operate any tool when you are tired.

11. 

check for damaged parts

.  Before 

using any tool, any part that appears 

damaged should be carefully checked 

to determine that it will operate 

properly and perform its intended 

function. Check for alignment and 

binding of moving parts; any broken 

parts or mounting fixtures; and any 

other condition that may affect proper 

operation. Any part that is damaged 

should be properly repaired or 

replaced by a qualified technician. Do 

not use the tool if any switch does not 

turn On and Off properly.

12. 

replacement parts and 

accessories

.  When servicing, use 

only identical replacement parts. 

Use of any other parts will void the 

warranty. Only use accessories 

intended for use with this tool. 

13. 

do not operate tool if under the 

influence of alcohol or drugs

. Read 

warning labels if taking prescription 

medicine to determine if your 

judgement or reflexes are impaired 

while taking drugs.  If there is any 

doubt, do not operate the Jump-Start.

14. 

maintenance

.  For your safety, 

maintenance should be performed 

regularly by a qualified technician.

15.  If you come in contact with battery 

acid, immediately wash the effected 

area with cool, clean water.  Call for 

medical assistance and continue 

flushing the effected areas until 

medical help arrives. 

16. 

the on/off switch (see Figure 1, 

next page) regulates power to the 

clamps only.  Keep it in the “off” 

position except when jumpstarting.

17.  Lead-acid batteries vent hydrogen 

gas during normal operation and 

charging.  Hydrogen is highly 

flammable and explosive.  Charge 

batteries only in a well-ventilated 

area. 

18.  Do not allow the red and black 

clamps to come in contact with each 

other or the same metal object.

19.  When charging, 

first

 connect the 

red 

(+)

 clamp to the 

positive (+)

 battery 

terminal.

20.  Connect the 

negative (-)

 clamp to 

a non-moving metal engine part for 

negative ground systems.

21.  Only use the charger on 12 V 

systems on vehicles or boats.

22.  Do not use as a replacement for a 

vehicle battery.

23.  The warnings, cautions, and 

instructions discussed in this 

instruction manual cannot cover all 

possible conditions and situations 

that may occur. It must be understood 

by the operator that common sense 

and caution are factors which cannot 

be built into this product, but must be 

supplied by the operator.

24.  People with pacemakers should 

consult their physician(s) before 

use.  Electromagnetic fields in close 

proximity to heart pacemaker could 

cause pacemaker interference or 

pacemaker failure.

Summary of Contents for CHICAGO ELECTRIC 38391

Page 1: ... consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Tools required for assembly and service may not be included For technical questions or replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 Note After purchase and before initial use of the Jump Start fully charge t...

Page 2: ...ions Don t expose to rain Keep work area well lighted Do not use in the presence of flammable gases or liquids 3 Keep children away Children must never be allowed in the work area Do not let them handle this product 4 Store idle equipment When not in use tools must be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children 5 Use the right tool for the job Do...

Page 3: ...nician 15 If you come in contact with battery acid immediately wash the effected area with cool clean water Call for medical assistance and continue flushing the effected areas until medical help arrives 16 The ON Off switch See FIGURE 1 next page regulates power to the clamps only Keep it in the Off position except when jumpstarting 17 Lead acid batteries vent hydrogen gas during normal operation...

Page 4: ... until the DC Charging LED turns off 3 After each jump start fully recharge the battery until the DC Charging LED turns off It may take up to 48 hours to fully charge the Jump Start battery Check the progress by pressing the Voltage Test Switch The level of battery power will then display on the Test Meter 4 Fully recharge Jump Start battery every 30 days to ensure long battery life and reliabilit...

Page 5: ...the cigarette plug into the vehicle or boat cigarette lighter receptacle 6 Charge the unit for the minimal time needed to at least 14 volts Store the Cigarette Lighter Adapter when finished Note Charging room temperature 50o F 104o F Operation Using the Jump Start as a 12 VDC power source Warning The ON Off switch See FIGURE 1 regulates power to the clamps only Keep it in the Off position except w...

Page 6: ...rk Light in case it is needed 2 Attach the Red Clamp 1 to the red positive battery terminal 3 Attach the Black Clamp 2 to a non moving metal engine part on negative ground systems not to the negative battery terminal 4 Turn the On Off switch to On 5 Turn the ignition to On Accessory not start and wait a couple of minutes 6 Attempt to start the engine for no more than 5 6 seconds 7 If the vehicle d...

Page 7: ... shock use only in dry location Only use with battery packs distributed by Harbor Freight Tools others may burst causing personal injury and or property damage For additional information on battery recycling call 1 800 822 8837 Battery Replacement 1 Remove the eight screws around the back panel and lift off the cover plate Lift out the battery Note Notice how the red and black cables connect to th...

Page 8: ...UFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO NOTE Some parts are listed and show...

Page 9: ...ncidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties express or implied including the warranties of merchantability and fitness To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint ...

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