INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GENERAL INFORMATION
A real, portable, battery-powered starter. Ideal for anyone
needing a starter. Its applications include boats, cars, trucks,
power generators, and yet more.
Fully compatible with any 12-volt or 24-volt starter system.
The Starter uses SEALED MAINTENANCE-FREE BATTERIES
(AGM) which means that the unit can be installed in any
position, in any location, without the fear of any acid leaks.
Keep this manual.
The manual should be read, paying attention to all the
warnings and safety precautions to be taken when using
and maintaining the device, the list of components and all
technical specifications.
Please keep this manual in a secure and dry place for future
reference.
PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THE STARTER!
WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Warning: in order to reduce the risk of personal injury
and damage to equipment, it is highly recommended
to comply with all essential safety measures and
precautions when using the starter.
1-
Protect the eyes. Always wear protective
goggles when using acid lead accumulators.
2-
Avoid contact with battery acid. If annul
operator should be sprayed or come into
contact with the acid, rinse the parts
immediately under clean running water. Continue to
rinse the area until the physician arrives.
3-
It is important to connect the cables with the
poles in the right direction. Connect the red
clamp (+) to the positive battery terminal, and
the black clamp (-) to the negative terminal.
Use the starter in well ventilated areas. Do not attempt
to use the starter when there is gas or inflammable
liquids in the vicinity.
4-
Make sure that the black and red clamps never
come into contact or touch a common
conductor as this could cause them to fuse
together or with other metal objects.
WARNING! In order to prevent damage caused by
accidental contact, disconnect the mounting socket
(12V / 24V) from the starter panel and place the
clamps in the holder.
5-
FOR 12 or 24 VOLT SYSTEMS ONLY! This device is
destined for use on embarkations and vehicles running
on 12 or 24 Volt electrical systems only.
6-
USE ONLY IN EMERGENCIES: do not use the starter
instead of the vehicle battery. Use it during start-up
operations only.
7-
Do not work alone. If there is an accident, the assistant
can be of assistance to the operator.
8-
Try to avoid electrical shocks. Be very cautious
when applying the clamps to non-insulated
conductors or bus bars. Avoid all body contact
with surfaces of tubes, radiators, and metal power
substations whilst testing the voltage.
9-
Keep the work area clean at all times. Untidy
cumbersome areas can lead to injuries.
10- Protect the starter appropriately from all possible
(EN)
Autogoods "130"
damage. It must only be used as indicated in this
Instruction Manual.
11- Ensure compliance with the indications in the work area.
Do not use in humid or wet facilities. Never leave it out
in the rain. Always work in well lit areas.
12- Do not expose to direct sunlight, heat sources or
humidity.
13-
This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with
reduced
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
14- When the starter is not being operated, it must be stored
in a dry area to prevent rust from forming. Always store
the starter under lock and key and keep out of reach of
children.
15-
Always wear suitable clothing. Never
wear baggy clothing or jewellery that
can get caught up in moving parts.
During all operations, the use of electrically insulated
protection clothing and non-slip boots must be worn at
all times. Persons with long hair must wear a hair net.
16- Only experts are allowed to do repair work on the
machine as it involves significant risk levels for
inexperienced workers.
17- Replacing parts and accessories: when performing
maintenance operations, use identical spare parts
only (see Spare Part list). Use of any other spare parts
invalidates all warranties.
18- Make sure that the device is always positioned in a
stable and well supported manner.
Never climb over cables or electrical structures.
19- Careful attention must be paid when maintaining the
starter. Check the condition of cables on a regular basis
and if any damage is detected, have the same repaired
by an authorised technician.
20- Check there are no damaged parts. Before using this
starter, carefully check all seemingly damaged parts and
assess whether or not they can operate correctly. Check
that the cables are securely fastened to the starter.
Remember that only qualified technicians are allowed
to repair or replace damaged parts.
INSTALLATION
ASSEMBLY (Fig. C)
Unpack the starter and assemble the separate parts included
in the package.
OPERATING PROCEDURES
WARNING: Electric shocks may cause
injury or death. Do not touch bare
electrical conductors.
The starter is designed for use on vehicles or boats. It does
not need another vehicle or a 230V AC power supply socket.
This starter can also be used as a portable, 12V DC, power
supply for remote areas or in emergencies.
Using the starter to start a vehicle
WARNING:
meticulously, and always in the order given
below!
- Check that the starter clamps are NOT powered up: the
mounting socket (Fig. A-1) must be disconnected.
- Make sure that the vehicle or boat to be started is switched
off - switch or ignition key in the OFF position.
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