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CJIC 250
Introduction
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Thank you for purchasing the Cobra CJIC 250
Jump Starter/PowerPack
jump starter/power pack with built-in air
compressor. Properly used, this Cobra product
with Air Compressor
will give you many years of reliable service.
The Cobra line of quality products includes:
Easy-to-use and designed for reliable
Operating Instructions
service, the 100W Mobile power pack can
run many AC appliances and 12V DC
CB Radios
appliance whe
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CJI250_MANL.qxd:29 LTD BT 5/29/09 3:03 PM Page 4 Warranty and Trademark Introduction Introduction Acknowledgement 10 9 8 6 7 1 2 Buttons, Switches & Customer Assistance For Products Purchased in the U.S.A. Indicatiors Should you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand its Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra jump starter/power pack, many features, please refer to this owner’s manual. If you require further and the component parts thereof, will be free of d
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CJI250_MANL.qxd:29 LTD BT 5/29/09 3:03 PM Page 7 How to Use Your Cobra CJIC 250 Contents Introduction...........................................................................................A1 Features of This Product Our thanks to you • 100W AC output for operating What’s included household appliances Buttons, Switches & Indicators ..................................................A2 • 260 PSI air compressor Customer Assistance...............................................................
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CJI250_MANL.qxd:29 LTD BT 5/29/09 3:03 PM Page 8 Introduction Introduction Important Safety Instructions WARNING: Charge unit fully prior to use. Important: Please be sure to read and save the entire manual before using your Keep unit clear of fire and water. The 100W mobile power pack is not mobile power pack. Any misoperation or misusing may damage the equipment intended for use in connection with life support systems or other medical or create hazardous conditions for the user. Please keep
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CJI250_MANL.qxd:29 LTD BT 5/29/09 3:03 PM Page 10 Introduction Introduction 7. Someone should be within range of your voice, or close enough to come to WARNING: Fire hazard your aid when you work near batteries. The jump start feature is designed for short term operation only- less than 5 seconds. Operating the jump start feature for more than 5 seconds may 8. Have plenty of fresh water, soap and a supply of baking soda on hand in cause damage to the unit. Allow the power pack to cool down fo
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CJI250_MANL.qxd:29 LTD BT 5/29/09 3:03 PM Page 12 Introduction Introduction 9. Reverse polarity Red LED indicates jump start connection to battery Controls and Indicators: indicator is incorrect. 1. USB power port Provides 5 volts output for consumer 10. 120V AC power When this switch is on, the 120V AC is available at electronics devices. switch the 120V AC socket. 2. USB power indicator Illuminates when USB port is in use. 11. 120V AC socket Power outlet for AC accessories. 3. USB/LED power
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CJI250_MANL.qxd:29 LTD BT 5/29/09 3:03 PM Page 14 Operation Operation Some devices you can power up: CAUTION: Read all operating instructions before operating the power pack. The power pack is not intended for use as a UPS (Uninterruptible Power • 13”TV (80W) Supply). The unit should be operated only in locations that meet the • Video Game System (20W) following requirements: • Weather Radio (10W) Dry Don’t allow water or other liquids to drop or splash on the unit. Operating AC appliances Co
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CJI250_MANL.qxd:29 LTD BT 5/29/09 3:03 PM Page 16 Operation Operation Problem appliances USB Devices The output of the power pack inverter is non-sinusoidal. Some equipment may The power pack can charge or power one USB-chargeable device through its be damaged by the inverter’s modified sine wave output (non-sinusoidal). USB port. Compatible devices include most MP3 players, PDAs, digital Some appliance, including the types listed below, may be damaged if they are cameras, and camcorders that
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CJI250_MANL.qxd:29 LTD BT 5/29/09 3:03 PM Page 18 Operation Operation Inflating tires Inflating small sports equipment Caution: You can use the compressor to inflate small sports equipment such as balls If the pressure gauge on the compressor indicates more than twice the (soccer balls and footballs.) recommended pressure for the object you are inflating and you have only Caution: started to inflate the object, the valve connector is incorrectly connected to the valve stem. This may damage th
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CJI250_MANL.qxd:29 LTD BT 5/29/09 3:03 PM Page 20 Operation Operation To jump start a vehicle continued: Jump starting a vehicle’s engine 7. Switch off the jump start power switch. You can use the power pack to jump start a vehicle (or boat engine) that has 8. Remove the red positive (+) clamp and then the black negative (-) clamp. a 12V starting battery using the jump start cables supplied with the unit. WARNING: Fire Hazard Recharging the power pack battery A reverse polarity connection may
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CJI250_MANL.qxd:29 LTD BT 5/29/09 3:03 PM Page 22 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Buzzing in audio systems and radios Some inexpensive stereo systems and AM-FM radios have inadequate internal The power pack can not jump The battery in the power pack Charge it for at 23 hours start vehicle is not fully charged power supply filtering and “buzz” slightly when powered by the power pack. Generally, the only solution is an audio product with a higher quality filter. The engin
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CJI250_MANL.qxd:29 LTD BT 5/29/09 3:03 PM Page 24 Specifications Product Service 12 DC Power: For any questions about operating this new Cobra product, or if parts are Internal battery (Capacity/Type) 7Ah/12V sealed lead-acid battery missing…PLEASE CALL COBRA FIRST…do not return this product to the store. DC power socket (maximum continuous load) 8A with automatic reset See customer assistance on page A3. DC fuse 15A If your product should require factory service, please call Cobra first befo
