Schumacher Instant Power Jump Starter and DC Power Source IP-95C - Manual (Page 8)

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Do not use and/or store the Instant Power™ in or on any area or
surface where damage could occur if the internal battery should
unexpectedly leak acid.
IMPORTANT: 8.5
CHARGE IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE •
KEEP FULLY CHARGED •
Charge the Instant Power™ internal battery immediately after purchase, after every
use and every 30 days.
All batteries are affected by temperature. The ideal storage temperature is at 70° F. The
internal battery will gradually self-discharge (lose power) over time, especially in warm
environments. Leaving the battery in a discharged state may result in permanent battery
damage. To ensure satisfactory performance and avoid permanent damage, charge the
internal battery every month.
TROUBLESHOOTING
9.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REASON/SOLUTION
The Instant Power™ won’t
jump start my car.
Clips are not making a good
connection to the battery.
Connections are reversed.
The Instant Power™ battery is
not charged.
The vehicle’s battery is
defective.
Instant Power™
is not turned on.
Check for poor connection to
battery and frame. Make sure
connection points are clean.
Rock clips back and forth for a
better connection.
Disconnect the Instant Power™
and reverse the clips.
Check the battery charge
status by pressing the button
on the front of the Instant
Power™. See LED Indicators
section of this manual.
Have the battery checked.
Turn the Instant Power™ ON/
OFF switch to the ON position.
The Instant Power™ won’t
power my 12V device.
The 12V device is not turned on.
The Instant Power™ battery is
not charged.
The 12V device draws more
than 15A or has a short circuit.
Turn on the 12V device.
Check the battery charge
status by pressing the button
on the front of the Instant
Power™. See LED Indicators
section of this manual.
Disconnect the 12V device.
The internal breaker will
automatically reset after a
minute or two. Try the 12V
device again. If it happens
again, replace the 12V device.
The battery in the Instant
Power™ won’t hold a charge.
The battery is bad (will not
accept a charge).
Have the battery checked.
If the above solutions do not eliminate the problem or for information about troubleshooting
or replacement parts, call toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.
1-800-621-5485
7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday
REPLACEMENT PARTS/ACCESSORIES 10.
Male-To-Male Accessory Cable ..........................................................................94500109