Schumacher Electric Corporation
Model PS-120A
OWNER’S MANUAL
MityMite
®
Jump Starter & DC Power Source
THIS PRODUCT HAS A SEALED LEAD-ACID BATTERY INSIDE THAT SHOULD BE KEPT AT FULL CHARGE FOR LONGER LIFE.
RECHARGE WHEN FIRST RECEIVED (EVEN IF GREEN ‘FULL POWER’ LIGHT GLOWS), AFTER EACH USE AND EVERY 3 MONTHS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Warning: Failure to follow instructions may cause
damage or an explosion. Read entire instruction
manual before use.
1.
Turn ignition off before making cable connections.
2.
Use in a well-ventilated area.
3.
Clamp the red clamp to the positive terminal of the battery.
(For a negative grounded system.)
4.
Clamp the black clamp to an unpainted and unmoving part of
the chassis or engine block.
5.
Keep clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys and other parts that
may cause injury.
6.
You can now crank the engine. If the engine does not start,
wait at least 3 minutes before attempting to start vehicle again.
(This permits the battery to cool down.)
7.
After the engine starts, first disconnect the black clamp and
then the red clamp in that order. Store the clamps on the ears
located on the sides of the case.
8.
Recharge the MityMite as soon as possible after use.
9.
Never allow clamps to touch together or to contact the same
piece of metal to prevent sparking.
LED INDICATORS
To check the internal battery’s status, press the red button on the
front of MityMite.
The led lights will indicate as follows:
1.
A red light indicates a 50% or less charge and you should
immediately recharge MityMite.
2.
A yellow light indicates a 50 to 75% charge. MityMite may be
used but should be recharged as soon as possible.
3.
A green light indicates the internal battery is fully charged
CHARGING
of internal battery with built-in charger.
After removing the PS-120A from the carton, charge it overnight
before using even if the green Full Power light glows.
1.
To charge, plug extension cord into charger plug on the side
of the MityMite.
2.
Plug the extension cord into 120V AC source. (Electrical outlet.)
3.
The red light will glow while charging.
4.
The green light will glow when the battery has reached full
charge. The charger will automatically drop into a float mode
and maintain the battery at full charge.
MULTI-PURPOSE POWER SUPPLY
The PS-120A is a power source for all 12 volt DC accessories that
are equipped with a cigarette lighter adapter plug. The DC socket
has a 15 amp automatic overload protection circuit breaker. Reset
the breaker by pushing the breaker button located on the back of
MityMite.
Do not permit the battery in the PS-120A to freeze. Never attempt
to recharge a frozen battery.
HANDLING WARNING
WARNING:
Handling the cord on this product or cords associated
with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
12 VOLT DC POWER SOURCE CHART
Appliance Type
Estimated Wattage
Estimated Time
Cell Phones
4 Watts
20 Hours
Fluorescent Lights
4 Watts
20 Hours
Radios
9 Watts
14 Hours
Depth Finders
9 Watts
14 Hours
Fans
9 Watts
14 Hours
Camcorders, VCRs
15 Watts
8 Hours
Electrical Tools
24 Watts
5 Hours
Electrical Coolers
48 Watts
2 Hours
Car Vacuum,
Air Compressors
80 Watts
1 Hour
When the PS-120A is used with an inverter, it can operate
appliances normally powered by 120V AC or 220V AC. (You must
purchase the inverter separately. It is not included.)
110 / 220 VOLT AC POWER SOURCE CHART
Appliance Type
Estimated Wattage
Estimated Time
Spot Lights, Sump Pumps
100 Watts
1 Hour
VCRs
100 Watts
1 Hour
Faxes, TVs
125 Watts
.75 Hour
Small Power Tools
125 Watts
.75 Hour
Note: Estimated time is conservatively reported. Actual time may
vary. Times are based on MityMite having a full charge. Requires
the use of an inverter that is not included. Designed for up to a 150
watt inverter.
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