TELWIN 955152 Power Bank Instruction Manual

TELWIN 955152 Power Bank

Product Information

This product is a starter used for vehicles running on 12 Volt electrical systems. It is designed to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment. The starter comes with essential safety measures and precautions that need to be followed during
usage. It is important to properly instruct inexperienced and untrained personnel before using the appliance. Children should be supervised to prevent them from playing with the appliance. Protective goggles should always be worn when using acid lead accumulators to protect the eyes. Contact with battery acid should be avoided, and if any contact occurs, the affected parts should be immediately rinsed under clean running water until medical assistance arrives. The cables should be connected with the poles
in the right direction, with the red clamp connected to the positive terminal and the black clamp connected to the vehicle chassis or the negative clamp on the battery. The starter should only be used in well-ventilated areas and should not be used when
there is gas or inflammable liquids in the vicinity. The black and red clamps should not come into contact with each other.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Ensure that the vehicle is running on a 12 Volt electrical system.
2. Properly instruct inexperienced and untrained personnel on how to use the starter.
3. Supervise children to prevent them from playing with the appliance.
4. Wear protective goggles when using acid lead accumulators.
5. Avoid contact with battery acid. If sprayed or in contact, immediately rinse the affected parts under clean running water until medical assistance arrives.
6. Connect the cables with the poles in the right direction: first connect the red clamp to the positive terminal on the vehicle battery (+ symbol), and then connect the black clamp to the vehicle chassis or the negative clamp on the battery.
7. Use the starter in well-ventilated areas and avoid using it when there is gas or inflammable liquids in the vicinity.
8. Ensure that the black and red clamps do not come into contact with each other.

EXPLANATION OF DANGER, MANDATORY AND PROHIBITION SIGNS

• DANGER OF EXPLOSION
• GENERAL HAZARD
• DANGER OF CORROSIVE SUBSTANCES
• DANGER OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
• EYE PROTECTIONS MUST BE WORN
  Symbol indicating separation of electrical and electronic appliances for refuse collection. The user is not allowed to dispose of these appliances as solid, mixed urban refuse, and must do it through authorised refuse collection centres.

WARNING: READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE STARTER!

GENERAL SAFETY USER INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS STARTER

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.

• Inexperienced and untrained personnel should be properly instructed before using the appliance.
• Children must be supervised to prevent them from playing with the appliance.
• Protect the eyes. Always wear protective goggles when using acid lead accumulators.
• Avoid contact with battery acid. If an operator should be sprayed or come into contact with the acid, rinse the relative parts immediately under clean running water. Continue to rinse the area until the physician arrives.
• It is important to connect the cables with the poles in the right direction:

First connect the red clamp to the positive terminal on the vehicle battery (+ symbol). Connect the black clamp to the vehicle chassis or the negative clamp on the battery, at a distance from the fuel pipe.

• Use the starter in well ventilated areas. Do not attempt to use the starter when there is gas or inflammable liquids in the vicinity.
• Do not allow the black and red clamps to come into contact.
• FOR 12 VOLT SYSTEMS ONLY! This device is destined for use on vehicles running on 12 Volt electrical systems only.
• USE IN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS ONLY: do not use the starter instead of the vehicle battery. Use it during start-up operations only.
• Do not work alone. If there is an accident, the assistant can be of aid to the operator.
• 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 reading the vehicle battery voltage.
• Keep the work area clean at all times. Untidy cumbersome areas can lead to injuries.
• Protect the starter appropriately from all possible damage. It must only be used as indicated in this Instruction Manual.
• 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.

Keep out of reach of children: they must never be allowed to access work areas or handle any machines, instruments or extensions.
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 tie it back and wear a hair net.

• Only experts are allowed to do repair work on the starter as it involves significant risk levels for inexperienced workers.
• Replacing parts and accessories. When performing maintenance operations, replace with identical and original spare parts only. Use of non-original spare parts invalidates all warranties.
• Make sure that the device is always positioned in a stable and well supported manner.
• Never climb over cables or electrical structures.
• Careful attention must be paid during maintaining work on the starter. Check the condition of cables on a regular basis and if any damage is detected, have the same repaired by an authorised and qualified technician.
  Check there are no damaged parts. Before using this starter, carefully check that 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 authorised and qualified technicians are allowed to repair or replace damaged parts.

SPECIAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON THE USE OF THE LITHIUM BATTERIES INSIDE THE STARTER
Failure to observe the following rules can cause breakage, overheating, bulging, fire outbreak or explosion of the battery inside the starter:

• Never open the starter casing under any circumstances.
• Do not charge the battery in direct sunlight, near flames or in similar conditions.
• Do not use the starter or position it in the vicinity of heaters, near flames or in other hot areas.
• Only use the charger supplied with the device to charge the starter.
• Do not throw the starter into a fire or heat it up.
• Do not invert the positive “+” and negative “-” connection polarities.
• Do not short-circuit the starter terminals.
• Do not perforate the starter casing with drill bits, do not hit it with a hammer or stand on it.
• Do not position the starter inside stoves, microwave ovens etc.
• Do not throw the starter or cause high impacts.
• Do not modify or tamper with the starter casing.
• Refrain from using the starter if it emits strange smells, heats up or deforms during use, charging or storage.
• If the starter emits strange smells or leaks acid, immediately move the device away from any heat sources or free burning flames.
• In case of contact of the starter battery acid on the skin or clothing, rinse with copious amounts of water.
• – In case of contact of the starter battery acid with the eyes, rinse immediately with copious amounts of water and call a doctor.

Keeping 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.

INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL DESCRIPTION Intended use

Multi-functional, portable, battery-powered starter. Ideal for anyone needing an emergency starter. Its applications include use on motorcycles, automobiles, boats and many more.
Fully compatible with any 12-volt starter system.

The starter uses LITHIUM BATTERIES; this makes the device extremely compact and easy to handle.
The multi-functional starter is also equipped with a powerful LED light and USB port to power and/or charge 5V/9V/12V – 18W “QUICK CHARGE” electronic devices.

Description (figure A):

• A-1. Multifunctional starter.
• A-2. Starter clamps.
• A-3. 5V charge or output cable.
• A-4. USB adapter with cigarette lighter type 12V jack plug.
• A-5. Starter charging USB-C input port. A-6. 5V/9V/12V – 18W USB output.
• A-7. LED light.
• A-8. Starter clamps output socket (ref. A-2) A-9. Internal battery charge status indicator LED.
• A-10. ON/OFF switch for the charge level, to control the output port (ref. A-4) and the LED light.

INSTALLATION

POSITIONING THE STARTER
When using the starter, position it on a horizontal, flat and stable surface.

OPERATING INFORMATION

How to use the starter:

WARNING: follow these instruc tions meticulously, and always in the order given below!
Always prevent the black and red clamps from touching each other or a common cable!

• Make sure that the vehicle or boat to be started is switched off (switch or ignition key in the OFF position).
• Connect the red clamp POS. (+) to the battery terminal POS. (+), then connect the black clamp NEG. (-) to the vehicle chassis or the battery terminal NEG. (-), at a distance from the fuel pipe.

WARNING: failure to follow these rules may compromise the operating life of the device:

• Turn the vehicle ignition to the start position for no more than 3 seconds.
• If the vehicle or boat does not start, wait at least 15 seconds before trying again.
• If the vehicle or boat still does not start, wait at least 2 minutes before trying again.

After a successful start, with the engine running, follow the sequence of instructions below with great care:

• Disconnect the black clamp (negative) from the vehicle.
• Disconnect the red clamp (positive) from the vehicle.
• Remove the starter cable connector from the starter
• Replace the cables and the starter in their seats inside the case.
  It is highly recommended to recharge the starter as soon as possible.

Using the starter as a power and/or charging device:

• Insert the output cable terminal (fig. A-3) into the appropriate USB port on the starter (fig. A-6);
• Press the ON button seen in figure A-10 once;
• Insert the other cable terminal into the device to be powered;

Using the LED lights

• Press and hold the ON button (fig. A-10) for a few seconds to enable the continuous LED light function.
  The press the button in the following sequence:

• once to start the blinking light;

• twice to start the emergency signal;

• three times to switch the light OFF.

CHARGING

Important! To achieve maximum battery performance, always charge before use, then after every time it is used and, in any case, at least every 3 months.
It is possible to charge the unit using the relative cable (fig. A-3) connecting the USB-C terminal to the starter charge socket (fig. A-5) and the other terminal to a USB output source (e.g. a computer) or to the 12V car cigarette lighter socket using the adaptor seen in figure A- 4.
Press the button seen in fig. A-10 once to check whether the battery needs charging. The LEDs seen in fig. A-9 indicate the charge status of the battery, which light up as the status increases:

• one LED only: low battery;
• all LEDs are on: fully charged battery.

DISPOSING OF THE BATTERY

When the starter battery is completely run down it should be sent to a re- cycling facility. In some countries this is mandatory. Contact the local special refuse authority for information on recycling.

WARNING:
Do not burn the battery to dispose of it. This could cause an explosion. Before disposing of the battery, apply insulating tape to the bare terminals to prevent shorting. Do not expose the battery to intense heat or fire as this could cause an explosion.

SPECIFICATIONS: DRIVE MINI Type of battery:

• – rechargeable factory-sealed lithium-polymer battery.

Battery capacity:

– 6500 mAh

• Starter current (12V):

  • 300A
  • (1000A peak)

• Starter cables:

  • polarised terminals.
  • copper.
  • diameter 5.3mm2 (10AWG).
  • length 240mm
  • PVC insulated

• Light:
  LED

• Input and output sockets:

  • one 5V/9V/12V – 18W USB output port
  • one (5V – 2A USB-C) input port for charging. Characteristics:
  • ON/OFF switch.
  • automatic charging level reset switch.
  • charge level and fully charged indicator LEDs.
  • continuous, blinking and emergency LEDs. Weight: 200g

• Accessories included (fig. A):

  • USB adapter with cigarette lighter type 12V jack plug (fig. A-4).
  • Input/output connection cable (fig. A-3).

GUARANTEE

The manufacturer guarantees proper operation of the machines and undertakes to replace free of charge any parts should they be damaged due to poor quality of materials or manufacturing defects within 12 months of the date of commissioning of the machine, when proven by certification. Returned machines, also under guarantee, should be dispatched CARRIAGE PAID and will be returned CARRIAGE FORWARD. This with the exception of, as decreed, machines considered as consumer goods according to European directive 1999/44/EC, only when sold in member states of the EU. The guarantee certificate is only valid when accompanied by an official receipt or delivery note. Problems arising from improper use, tampering or negligence are excluded from the guarantee. Furthermore, the manufacturer declines any liability for all direct or indirect damages. To protect the battery and lengthen its working life, charge it before using it for the first time, then after every time it is used and, in any case, at least every 3 months. If these recommendations are not followed, the battery may undergo an irreversible chemical deterioration process. As the battery is a component subject to wear and tear and its level of performance and preservation over time depend on how well it is used and looked after, this element is not covered by any form of warranty.

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