User manual COBRA CJIC 250

[. . . ] CJIC 250 Introduction 1 Thank you for purchasing the Cobra CJIC 250 jump starter/power pack with built-in air compressor. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable service. Easy-to-use and designed for reliable service, the 100W Mobile power pack can run many AC appliances and 12V DC appliance whenever you need power for work or play, at home or on the road. The Cobra line of quality products includes: CB Radios microTALK® Radios Jump Starter/PowerPack with Air Compressor Operating Instructions 2 Radar/Laser Detectors Safety Alert® Traffic Warning Systems HighGear® Accessories CobraMarine® VHF Radios Power Inverters Accessories 3 What's Included with Your CJIC 250 1. Power pack with jump start cables with built-in air compressor 2. [. . . ] If, after a while the audible warning is ignored and a manual reset is not performed, the unit will do a complete shutdown automatically. High surge appliances The wattage rating of AC appliance is the average power used by the appliance. Appliances such as televisions, computer monitors and appliances with motors consume much more power than their average rating when they are first switched on. Although power pack can supply momentary surge power up to 400W, some appliances may exceed the capabilities of the power pack and trigger the inverter's safety overload shutdown circuit. 8 9 Operation Problem appliances The output of the power pack inverter is non-sinusoidal. Some equipment may be damaged by the inverter's modified sine wave output (non-sinusoidal). Some appliance, including the types listed below, may be damaged if they are connected to the inverter. · · · · Electronics that modulate RF (radio frequency) signals on the AC line will not work and may be damaged. Speed controllers found in some fans, power tools, kitchen appliance, and other loads may be damaged. Some chargers for small rechargeable batteries can be damaged. Metal halide arc (MHI) lights can be damaged. Operation USB Devices The power pack can charge or power one USB-chargeable device through its USB port. Compatible devices include most MP3 players, PDAs, digital cameras, and camcorders that have internal batteries which can be charged via the USB port of a desktop/laptop computer. USB-chargeable devices usually include a special USB cable (not supplied) that attaches one end to the USB port and the other end to the device. Using the Air Compressor Warning: Fire Hazard 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. Allow the compressor to cool down for 10 minutes after each 10 minutes of continuous operations. Note: If you are unsure about powering any device with the power pack, contact the manufacturer of the device to determine whether it is compatible with the modified sine wave output. Warning: Fire Hazard Do not leave the compressor unattended while in operation. Keep out of reach of children. 12V DC appliances The power pack can operate one 12V DC auto, RV, marine, or other portable DC appliance that draws 10 amps or less from its DC socket. The combined load must not exceed 120 W, The less combined wattage used, the longer the power pack will operate before recharging is required. Warning: Risk of personal injury or damage of equipment Do not exceed the recommended pressure of either the compressor or the object being inflated. The compressor is capable of inflating to 260 PSI. If the recommended pressure is exceeded, an explosion may result. Operating DC appliances: 1. Check battery status to ensure the battery is fully charged. Plug the DC appliance into the DC socket. Recharge the power pack immediately after use. Warning: Risk of personal injury or damage of equipment If the power pack with air compressor shuts off due to an over-temperature condition, turn OFF the compressor switch and allow the compressor to cool for 15 minutes before re-starting. If the power switch is not turned off, the compressor will automatically turn itself on when it reaches an acceptable operating temperature. If left unattended, it is possible that the unit can overinflate the object being inflated and create an explosion hazard. Caution: Equipment damage The power pack with air compressor cannot be used to inflate large capacity inflatables such as float tubes, large air mattresses, transport truck tires, and inflatable boats. [. . . ] AC appliance rated less than 80W, high starting surge has tripped the safety overload. AC appliance may exceed the power pack's surge capability. Use an AC appliance with a starting surge within the power pack surge rating. Allow the power pack to cool for 15 minutes or more. [. . . ]