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Connect the positive (red) battery clamp to the
positive terminal of the discharged battery.
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Connect the negative (black) battery clamp to
a suitable vehicle ground such as an alternator
bracket—away from the vehicle battery.
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The voltmeter on the front of the RESCUE
4000/4050 will automatically read the voltage of
the discharged battery.
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If the voltage is above 5V, turn the switch on
the back of the RESCUE 4000/4050 to the on
position.
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The unit is ready to jump start the disabled
vehicle.
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When the vehicle starts, turn Rescue 4000/4050
off remove the black and then the red battery
clamps and store them in the provided pockets
on the RESCUE 4000/4050.
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Recharge after use.
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The model 4050 is supplied with an air hose
with an integrated inflator and pressure
gauge. A rocker switch on the back panel
turns the compressor on and off.
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The compressor has a 40% duty cycle.
• Be sure the switch on the back of the RESCUE 4000/4050 is in the OFF position before
connecting clamps to a vehicle for jump starting.
• The RESCUE 4000/4050 is equipped with a polarity alarm. If the cables are connected
incorrectly, the alarm will sound. DISCONNECT the cables immediately and check the
polarity of the discharged battery. Reconnect the cables insuring the positive (red) battery
clamp is on the positive battery terminal and the negative (black) clamp is connected to a
vehicle ground away from the battery.
• If the voltage reading is below 5V, OR if there is no reading at all on the volt meter,
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLES. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START.
WARNING – Risk of explosion or fire
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Periodically check the internal battery voltage and recharge the unit when the voltage
drops below 12.5V. Keeping the battery fully charged will insure that your RESCUE
4000/4050 is ready when you need it.
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The built-in float charger will maintain your battery at full charge. You can safely plug the
RESCUE 4000/4050 into a 120V AC outlet whenever it is not in use to maintain a full
battery charge.
Recharge your portable power pack
Jump Starting a vehicle with a discharged battery
Using the air compressor
(Model 4050)
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