Desoutter Rc250 Batteryless Start Booster Ultra Capacitor Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Desoutter
Table of Contents
Rc250 Battery less Start Booster Ultra Capacitor
Instruction Manual
Operator’s Manual
RC250 & RC500
BATTERYLESS START BOOSTER
ULTRA CAPACITOR
Rc250 Battery less Start Booster Ultra Capacitor
WARNING
To reduce risk of injury, everyone using, installing, repairing, maintaining,
changing accessories on, or working near this tool must read and understand
these instructions before performing any such task.
DO NOT DISCARD – GIVE TO USER
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- DO NOT DISCARD – GIVE TO USER
- Always use eye protection during operation.
- WARNING! Use of accessories or an attachment not recommended or sold by the Battery less Start Booster ’s manufacturer may result in personal injury and/or damage to the device.
- Always carefully handle the Jumper cables and use the plugs to connect and disconnect the automatic adaptor charger. Never pull on the cables.
- Do not recharge the Battery less Supercar Start Booster with a damaged plug or cord.
- The Battery less Start Booster may be used in all weather conditions. However, never allow the device to become heavily covered, soaked or submerged in water. Do not charge the device in a wet environment. Never attempt to charge or boost a frozen battery.
- Never allow the positive (red) and negative (black) clamps to contact each other or allow them to contact the same piece of metal or post. Always avoid any short circuit.
- Do not operate the Device in an explosive environment or near sparks, flames and flammables such as gasoline etc.
- Never smoke while operating the Device or near any vehicle battery.
- Do not attempt to repair a damaged Battery less Supercar Start Booster by yourself. Always have repairs performed by the manufacturer or an authorized agent. (such attempts will void warranty)
- Read owner’s manual entirely carefully. Please also read your vehicle’s user manual to make sure there are no specific precautions you should be aware of.
- Please wear safety equipment, including safety glasses and gloves. Car batteries produce explosive gases that can cause damages.
- Use only in a well-ventilated area.
- Do not disassemble Battery less Start Booster . Take it to a qualified service professional or designated service center for control. Incorrect assembly may result in fire or electrical shock.
- Keep out of reach of children. Not to be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the Battery less Supercar Start Booster.
- Do not use or recharge the Battery less Supercar Start Booster if damaged. Take it to a qualified person for inspection and repair.
- The Battery less Start Booster is not designed to be installed as a replacement for a vehicle battery.
- Make sure jump started vehicle is in park position and the emergency brake is engaged.
- Do not turn on any electronics before jump starting and make sure the ignition key is in the “OFF” position.
- Wear eye glassed and protective clothing when working near lead-acid batteries.
- Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery or engine.
- WARNING: Read the operating instructions thoroughly and take these precautions when operating the Battery less Start Booster :
- Pay attention that the terminal voltage of the Battery less Start Booster corresponds with the data of the vehicle battery or batteries. Use this device with proper cranking amperage and capacity for the application. Non-adherence to this may result in damage to vehicle electronics, damage to the unit and may increase the risk of a dangerous explosion.
- Pay attention to any potential moving parts in a vehicle engine compartment. Always keep the Battery less Start Booster and yourself clear of any potential moving parts and position the device in a stable location while starting a vehicle.
- After starting a vehicle, DO NOT leave the Battery less Start Booster connected for more than 2 minutes with runner engine. Danger! Risk of explosion! Always disconnect the clamps one at a time starting with the negative and then the positive. Then turn the main switch to “OFF” position.
- To avoid any short-circuit of current and to protect the clamps, positive (red) and negative (black) clamps must always be stored in the specially designed holders when not in use. Use the cable holders to store the cable neatly on the unit.
- Have your Battery less Start Booster safety inspected by an authorized agent of the manufacturer. (every 3 years).
RC250 & RC500 Battery less Start Booster Ultra Capacitor
TECHNICAL DATA
Model| Voltage| Amp. Max| starting Current| Capacitor life| Full Charging
Time| Weight
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
RC250| 12 V| 8 000 A peak| 1 300 A| 1 000 000 cycles| 30 sec. By running
engine
6-7 Hours by AC adaptor| 8.5 kg
RC500| 12 V| 9 000 A peak| 1 800 A| 1 000 000 cycles| 30 sec. By running
engine
6-7 Hours by AC adaptor| 9.5 kg
MACHINE TYPE(S)
- This product is designed to help to start vehicle engine in case of emergency. No other use permitted. For professional use only.
- Please read the instructions carefully before starting the machine.
OPERATION
The Battery less Start Booster relies on the instant recharging of
supercapacitors rather than stored electric energy like batteries. Therefore,
it can be stored for years without regular recharges.
It’s totally maintenance free!
CAUTION: Before first use make sure to charge the Battery less Jump
Starter with the optional automatic charger adaptor for at least 8 hours or
with a running vehicle (few second), follow the instructions in the
corresponding chapters. Do not use any other automatic charger adaptor than
recommended by Chicago Pneumatic.
Checking the power level of the Batteryless Start Booster
- Press the yellow test button for 2-5 seconds. The power level will be displayed with LEDs lights.
- Make sure the unit is fully charged before using it (the 5 LEDs lights must be on).
- If the power level lit until the yellow LEDs light, the device should be recharged before use.
Charging the Batteryless Start Booster with the automatic charger adaptor (optional)
- Make sure the clamps are secure in their respective designated holders before charging.
- Make sure the charger adaptor and Batteryless Start Booster are placed in a well-ventilated, dry, non-flammable area during charge.
- Simply plug the charger adaptor into the AC power outlet and then into the socket on the Batteryless Start Booster .
- Turn the main switch to the “ON” position.
- The charger included with your device is fully automatic and may be left on and connected when the Batteryless Start Booster is fully charged.
To keep the Batteryless Start Booster ready to use, recharge it at least every
90 days with the supplied automatic charger adaptor.
However, To be used anytime, it is recommended to always keep it connected to
the supplied automatic charger adaptor.
Charging the Batteryless Start Booster through the clamps with a running
vehicle
Note: Charging with a running vehicle requires much shorter time than
charging with the automatic charger adaptor.
Caution: Charging with a running vehicle is not automatic and requires
the operator to manually observe the charging of the Batteryless Start Booster
and the power level status. Always make sure the vehicle is running and never
leave the Batteryless Start Booster connected for long time and charging
unattended.
Caution : Make sure to use this 12V Batteryless Start Booster with a 12V
battery or vehicle.
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Make sure the vehicle ignition is in the “OFF” position.
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Make sure the main switch of the Batteryless Start Booster is on the “OFF” position
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Connect first the positive (red) clamp to the positive terminal of the battery
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Then connect the negative (black) clamp to the negative terminal of the battery, or to the block of the engine or to the frame of the vehicle (ground)
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Make sure the device is stable and the cables are not in the path of moving belts, fans, etc…
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Make sure the reverse polarity alarm is not making a loud noise and blinking.
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Once the clamps are positioned correctly, start the vehicle
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Turn the main switch to the “ON” position
The Batteryless Start Booster will charge automatically within a few seconds.
Caution : DO NOT leave it connected for more than 2 minutes.
To check the power level status, press the yellow test button for 2-5 seconds. -
When the Batteryless Start Booster is charged, turn the main switch to “OFF” position.
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Always disconnect the clamps one at a time starting with the negative (black) and then the positive (red).
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Store both clamps in their respective designated holders.
Jump starting a 12V vehicle and charging the Batteryless Start Booster
Caution: Make sure to use this 12V Batteryless Start Booster with a 12V
battery or vehicle.
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Make sure the vehicle ignition is in the “OFF” position and turn off ALL electronics in the vehicle (air conditioning, radio, lights, etc.)
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Make sure the Batteryless Start Booster is fully charged and the main switch is on the “OFF” position
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Connect first the positive clamp (red) to the positive terminal of the battery
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Then connect the negative (black) clamp to the negative terminal of the battery, or to the block of the engine or to the frame of the vehicle (ground)
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Make sure the device is stable and the cables are not in the path of moving belts, fans, etc…
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Make sure the reverse polarity alarm is not making a loud noise and blinking
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Once the clamps are positioned correctly, turn the main switch to the “ON” position
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Stay clear off the device and the vehicle battery. Attempt to start the vehicle
Caution: Should the vehicle refuse to start within 3-10 seconds, have the Batteryless Start Booster cool down a minimum of 3 minutes before you attempt to start the vehicle again.
WARNING! OVERUSE MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF AN EXPLOSION, PERSONAL INJURY OR SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE UNIT. ATTEMPTS TO START ALWAYS HAVE TO BE VERY SHORT. -
Once the vehicle is started, the Batteryless Start Booster will charge automatically.
Caution : DO NOT leave it connected for more than 2 minutes. -
When the Batteryless Start Booster is charged, turn the main switch to “OFF” position.
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Always disconnect the clamps one at a time starting with the negative (black) and then the positive (red).
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Store both clamps in their respective designated holders.
DISPOSAL
- The disposal of this equipment must follow the legislation of the respective country.
- All damaged, badly worn or improperly functioning devices MUST BE TAKEN OUT OF OPERATION.
- Repair only by technical maintenance staff.
Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material!
According to Directive 2012/19/EU concerning Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE), this product must be recycled.
Please contact your „Customer Centre“ or consult the website
„www.rodcraft.com“ to find out where you can recycle this product.
EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We : Roadcraft Customer Center Langemarckstr.35 bus 45141 Essen- Germany
Machine type(s): Batteryless Start Booster
Declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s): RC250 & RC500
Serial Number: 001 – 999
Origin of the product : Switzerland is in conformity with the requirements of
the council Directives on the approximation of the laws of the Member States
relating : to “Machinery“
“Low voltage” 2014/35/EU, (LVD), 2014/30/EU (EMC) & RoHS 2011/65/EU applicable
harmonized standard(s) :
EN 60335-2-29:2004 /A2:2010, EN 55014-2:1997+A1:2001, A2:2008, EN 60335-1:
2002/A15: 2011 + A11:2014
EN 61000-6-1:2007, EN 55014-1:2006/A1:2009, EN 61000-6-3:2007 + /A1:2011,
EN62233
Name and position of issuer : Pascal Rousey (R&D Manager)
Place & Date : Saint-Harlan, 02/2017
Technical file available from EU headquarter. Pascal Rousey R&D manager CP
Techno center 38, rue Bobby Sands – BP10273 44800 Saint
Harlan – France
Copyright 2017, Roadcraft
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thereof is prohibited. This applies in particular to trademarks, model
denominations, part numbers and drawings. Use only authorized parts. Any
damage or malfunction caused by the use of unauthorized parts is not covered
by Warranty or Product Liability.
Original Instructions
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