000 Amp Powerpack Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 5 Specific Operation Warnings ...............
Intended Use The Strongway 1000A Powerpack is easy to use and designed for years of reliable service. It can run many DC appliances whenever you need power for work or play, at home, or on the road. The 1000A power pack has a battery inside and is designed for jumpstarting SUVs, trucks, and vans.
Important Safety Information ⚠WARNING Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury or property damage. The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this power pack. Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the power pack is used in a safe and responsible manner.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the power pack. Do not use the unit while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the unit may result in serious personal injury. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. Store the powerpack when it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children. Inspect the powerpack for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your powerpack. Accessories that may be suitable for one product may create a risk of injury when used with another boost pack.
First Aid SKIN: if battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water for at least 10 minutes. If redness, pain, or irritation occurs, seek medical attention. EYES: if battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately, for a minimum of 15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.
Before Each Use ⚠WARNING Charge unit fully prior to each use. Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed. Make sure the area around the battery is well-ventilated. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of the engine or batteries. Batteries contain acid and produce explosive gases. Shield eyes and face from batteries at all times.
3. Plug the power cord of the AC appliance into the AC outlet of the powerpack. 4. Turn ON the AC appliance. 5. Recharge the powerpack immediately after use. Operating a 12V DC Appliance 1. Check battery capacity status by pushing the battery capacity check button to ensure that the battery is fully charged. 2. Open the 12V DC outlet plastic cover. Plug the power cord of the DC appliance into the 12V DC outlet. 3. Turn ON the DC appliance. 4.
5. Engage the transmission in park mode for an automatic transmission vehicle or engage the transmission in neutral for a manual transmission vehicle. 6. Place the powerpack on a flat, stable surface close to the battery of the vehicle. 7. Connect the negative (black) clamp from the powerpack to the chassis of the vehicle. 8. Connect the positive (red) clamp from the powerpack to the positive (+) terminal of the battery in the vehicle. 9.
clamps are connected in reverse, the reverse polarity LED indicator glows red and the audible alarm will sound. Ensure that the powerpack and the cables are away from the belts, fans or any other moving part of the engine. Using the Air Compressor ⚠WARNING The compressor is designed for short term operation only. Operating the compressor over an extended period of time will cause the compressor unit to overheat, which could lead to fire.
9. After use, press air compressor ON/OFF switch to turn off the compressor. 10. Lift the locking lever of the valve connector back to the fully extended (upright) position and unlatch from tire valve. Stow the air compressor fill hose back in the storage. 11. Reinstall the valve cap back onto the tire valve stem. 12. Recharge the unit after each use.
Make sure to disconnect the 12V DC appliances after use to avoid over discharge of powerpack’s internal battery. Make sure the plastic covers on the 12V DC outlet are closed after use. Extending battery lifespan Recharge the battery at least once every 90 days. This will extend the durability and efficiency of the battery. Troubleshooting Use the table below to troubleshoot problems before contacting service personnel or your local dealer.
is fully charged. The polarity alarm sounds and reverse polarity indicator is ON The AC appliance does not operate. The jump start cables are connected incorrectly The overload protection feature trips, as the AC appliance is rated more than 400 W. The battery has discharged to less than 11 V. The powerpack is overheated due to poor ventilation or excessively warm environmental conditions. Connect the jump start cables the correct way. Use AC appliance with a power rating of less than 400 W.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the Strongway product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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