westfalia MSB800A Mobile Jump Start Box Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: Westfalia

Table of Contents

westfalia MSB800A Mobile Jump Start Box
Overview
Safety Notes
Operation
Cleaning and Storing
Technical Data
EC Declaration of Conformity
Customer Services
Disposal
References
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westfalia MSB800A Mobile Jump Start Box

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Dear Customers Instruction manuals provide valuable hints for using your new device. They enable you to use all functions, and they help you avoid misunderstandings and prevent damage. Please take the time to read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

Overview

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Jumper Clamps
5V– 2A Micro USB Input Port
12 V– 10 A Charging Port
ON/OFF Button
GLOW Switch
Control LED
Charging Condition Indicator
12 V Charging Cable

Safety Notes

Please note the following safety notes to avoid malfunctions, damage or physical injury:

Please read this manual carefully and use the charger only according to this manual.
Dispose of the packaging materials or store them in a safe place out of reach of children. There is a danger of suffocation!
The jump start may not be used if it or the power cables are damaged. If this happens, pleas have the unit repaired by a professional.
The unit is designed for operation in altitudes of up to 2000 m above sea level.
While charging lead-acid batteries explosive or hazardous gasses can develop. For this reason charge lead-acid batteries only in well-ventilated areas. Avoid naked flames and sparks.
Do not cover the device during operation.
The unit does not belong into the hands of children.
Do not wear conductive jewellery as necklaces, bracelets or rings while using the unit.
Avoid contact with the battery acid. Battery acid can cause severe burns! In case of contact wash with liberal amounts of fresh water and, if necessary, contact a physician.
Do not disassemble the charger or attempt to repair it yourself. The unit does not contain parts serviceable by you. In case of questions or problems turn to our customer service.

Operation

Principle of Function
When the starter battery of a vehicle does not provide the voltage needed to start the vehicle or to power consumers within the vehicle, there are still significant amounts of energy stored in it. This jump starter is equipped with ultra-capacitors which are charged by the weak battery and then provide sufficient voltage to start the vehicle. The weak battery is not damaged by this. The ultra-capacitors will hold the charge for several days.

Please Notice!

Undertake no more than 3 consecutive starting attempts, then allow the jump start box to cool down for at least 20 minutes!
The jump start box is suitable for petrol engines with a displacement of up to 3 litres and diesel engines with a displacement of up to 2 litres.
Only use the jump starter in well-ventilated areas.
Put your vehicle in PARK (automatic transmission) or idle (manual transmission) and engage the emergency brake.
Turn off all electronics in your vehicle (air conditioner, heated windows, radio, lights, chargers, etc.) to ensure the best performance of the jump starter.
Ensure the ignition key is in the “OFF” position in the ignition. For smart-key systems (push-to start vehicles), make sure the vehicle is completely “OFF” before connecting the jump starter.

The Control LED (6)
The control LED (6) turns RED under following error conditions:

Reverse connection,
Battery voltage is lower than 3 Volt.

The condition indicator blinks between RED and GREEN in the GLOW mode. In the manual booster function the indicator lights up GREEN.

Operation – Standard Mode
In most cases the weak battery can fully recharge the jump starter. Follow these steps to get your car started:

Connect jumper clamps (1) to the battery terminals. Please ensure correct polarity. The indicators (7) will show the voltage of the vehicle’s battery.
Press ON/OFF (4), the jump starter will start to recharge itself. Usually, it will recharge to full within 150 seconds.
The indicators (7) show the voltage of the jump starter during charging.
Wait until the 14 V stops blinking before ignition. Do not make ignition while the 14 V is still blinking!
Disconnect the jump start box and proceed a described below in paragraph 4.

Operation – Pre-Charge Mode
Sometimes, the weak battery cannot fully recharge the jump starter. In this cast the control LED (6) will turn on during charging. Follow these four steps to get your car started:

Pre-charge the jump starter from a donator car or battery.
Connect pre-charged jump starter to the car to be started. First connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the battery and then the black negative cable to a massive metal part in the engine compartment. Avoid connecting the negative cable to the negative battery terminal. The charging condition indicator (7) shows the voltage of the battery.
Press ON/OFF (4) to active the jump starter, the indicators (7) show up to 14 V.
Turn on the engine. When the engine is running turn on a powerful consumer, e.g. the heated rear window to compensate the voltage peak caused by disconnecting the box. Turn off the box with the button (4) and first disconnect the black negative cable and then the red positive cable. Turn off the consumer and operate the vehicle long enough to build a charge in the battery.

Operation – Manual Booster Function
Should the vehicle not start as described above, you have the manual booster function at your disposal.

Pre-charge the jump starter from a donator car or battery.
Connect pre-charged jump starter to the car to be started. First connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the battery and then the black negative cable to a massive metal part in the engine compartment. Avoid connecting the negative cable to the negative battery terminal. The charging condition indicator (7) shows the voltage of the battery.
Attention : In the manual booster mode the reverse polarity protection and the short circuit protection are not active. Therefore, make sure the polarity is correct and the electrical protection is correct to avoid arching!
Press and hold the ON/OFF button (4) until the control LED (6) lights up green.
When the control LED lights up green continuously, you have 30 seconds for a starting attempt.
Turn on the engine. When the engine is running turn on a powerful consumer, e.g. the heated rear window to compensate the voltage peak caused by disconnecting the box. Turn off the box with the button (4) and first disconnect the black negative cable and then the red positive cable. Turn off the consumer and operate the vehicle long enough to build a charge in the battery.

Glow Mode
In cold weather, the glow plugs in most diesel vehicles will be preheated electrically. This is indicated by the GLOW indicator on dashboard. The process needs a current of 40 – 60 Amp and takes about 4 – 6 seconds.

In this case, after the jump starter is fully recharged and connected, press the GLOW button (5).
Start the engine after preheating.

Pre-Charge Methods

From a Battery
Connect the unit to a battery and press ON/OFF (4), the jump starter will be fully recharged within 150 seconds.
From USB
The jump starter can be recharged from any 5 V 2 A USB port via the micro USB port (2). It will take 40 minutes to be fully recharged. Just connect the unit to the USB port, charging starts automatically.
From a 12 V socket
The jump starter can be recharged from a donator car’s 12 V socket. Just plug in the 12 V adapter (8) and connect it to the charging socket (3). Charging starts automatically. It will take about 200 seconds.

Cleaning and Storing

Before undertaking any cleaning or storing the charger, unplug the unit.
Clean the unit only with a moist cloth and allow it to dry completely before using it again.
In no case use abrasives or aggressive chemicals.
Store the unit indoors in a dry place that is protected from extreme temperatures.
Regularly clean the battery clamps.

Technical Data

Output Voltage : 12 V
Input Voltages : 5 V (USB), 12 V
Starting Current: Max. 800 Amp
Capacitors : 5x 750 Farad (in Series C=150 Farad)
Charge of the Capacitors : 0.5 Ah = 1800 As
Operating Temperature : -40° C to 65° C
Dimensions : 223 mm x 182 mm x 57 mm
Length of the Jumper Cables : approx. 230 mm
Weight : 1824 g

EC Declaration of Conformity

We, the Westfalia Werkzeugcompany, Werkzeugstraße 1, D-58093 Hagen declare by our own responsibility that the product is according to the basic requirements, which are defined in the European Directives and their amendments

2011/65/EU
Restriction of the Use of certain hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic Equipment (RoHS)

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
EN 61000-6-1:2007, EN 61000-6-3:2007+A1+AC

The technical documentations are on file at the QA department of the Westfalia Werkzeugcompany.

Customer Services

Westfalia Werkzeugstraße 1 D-58093 Hagen

Telefon : (0180) 5 30 31 32
Telefax : (0180) 5 30 31 30
Internet : www.westfalia.de

Disposal

Please help avoid waste materials. If you at some point intend to dispose of this article, then please keep in mind that many of its components consist of valuable materials, which can be recycled. Please do not discharge it in the rubbish bin, but check with your local council for recycling facilities in your area