Schumacher IP-180KE Air Compressor User Manual


 
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sis or engine block.
If you have connected the clamps of your IP-180KE backwards, an audio 3.9
alarm will sound. DO NOT turn your IP-180KE on. This could cause seri-
ous damage. Reverse the connections, and the audio alarm will stop.
If no audio alarm is sounded, turn ON the Jump Start switch and then 3.10
crank the engine. If the engine does not start within 5-8 seconds, stop
cranking and wait at least 1 minute before attempting to start vehicle
again. (This permits the battery to cool down.)
After the engine starts, make sure to turn OFF the Jump Start switch. 3.11
Then 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.
NOTE:3.12 In the rare case of jump-starting a vehicle that has a positive-
grounded vehicle electrical system, connect the NEGATIVE black clamp
(-) to the negative terminal (-) of the vehicle battery. Then connect the
POSITIVE red clamp (+) to an unpainted and unmoving part of the vehicle
chassis or engine block. If you are unsure of the nature of the vehicle’s
electrical grounding system, check the owner’s manual of the vehicle. To
disconnect clamps, reverse order.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, USING THE qUICK CONNECTOR 4.
RING TERMINALS
WARNING: Failure to follow instructions may cause damage or an
explosion. Read entire instruction manual before use.
Mount Ring Terminals to Battery4.1
Ring terminals can be permanently mounted to battery. If permanently
mounted, make sure the ring terminal cables are not obstructing or touch-
ing any live components in the vehicle. ALWAYS ensure ring terminals
are properly mounted prior to charging.
Turn the vehicle’s ignition OFF before making ring terminal connections.
Attach the red ring terminal (+) to the positive terminal of the battery.
Attach the black ring terminal (-) to the negative terminal of the battery.
Jump Starting4.2
Use in a well-ventilated area.
Keep clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys and other parts that may cause
injury.
Make sure the vehicle’s ignition is OFF.
Make sure the ON/OFF switch on the IP-180KE is in the OFF position.
Plug the ring terminal connector into the connector attached to the IP-180-
KE.