Charging the PowerStarter
Caution!
PowerStarter
will not switch off
automatically. Disconnect the mains
charger after 48h to avoid overcharging or damage.
Charging with the 12 V mains charger
(see B 3)
Do not use the 12V charging cord for charging when the PowerStarter is totally flat.
The plugs of the cord are equipped with LEDs to indicate charging operation.
– Charge the PowerStarter only when engine is running.
– Plug the charging cord into the 12 V socket of the PowerStarter first.
– Then plug the other plugs into the cigarette lighter socket.
To check the charging level
Caution!
Correct charging level will be indicated with plugged-in adapter only.
– To check the charging level during charging the PowerStarter, press push button “Test
battery“ (see B 4). According to the battery’s charging level one of the 3 LED’s (low,
mid, high) lights up (see B 2).
Safety features
The PowerStarter is equipped with a test sensor technology, which switches
only on when connected correctly to the vehicle battery.
If one terminal is disconnected, the PowerStarter switches off automatically.
To avoid short-circuits between parts of the vehicle and clamp of the PowerStarter, the
clamps are insulated against the cables.
In any case, ensure that there are no short-circuits between body of the vehicle and
clamps.
In case of wrong polarity, the PowerStarter gives an acoustic signal and the large control
lamp flashes red (see C 4).
Use of the PowerStarter as starting aid
When using the PowerStarter as starting aid, observe the following safety
instructions:
– Switch off all consumers.
– Switch the ignition off.
– Protect your eyes by wearing glasses
– Avoid contact to acid residue of the battery (destruction of clothes and skin).
– Keep the area well-ventilated (formation of oxyhydrogen gas-danger of explosion).
– Provide for a suitable location so that the PowerStarter has also a firm position after the
start of the motor (vibrations).
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