Cobra Jump Starter 1000A

Important Safety Instructions

Precautions when working with the Jump Starter 1000A:

⚠️ WARNING: Keep the unit clear of fire and water.

⚠️ WARNING: Shock Hazard. Keep away from children. Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into the Jump Start Cable Output, the USB Output Ports, or the 12V Jump Start Port. Do not submerge this product in water, expose to rain, snow, condensation, or spray for long periods. Do not open the Jump Starter 1000A. The battery is self-contained and there are no user replaceable parts inside the Jump Starter 1000A. Do not use the Jump Starter 1000A if it is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of injury.

Do not operate the Jump Starter 1000A or accessories with a damaged cord or plug. To reduce the risk of damage to cords pull from the connector rather than the cord when unplugging. Use of an accessory or an attachment not included with or recommended for the Jump Starter 1000A may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury.

⚠️ WARNING: Explosion Hazard. Do not use this product where there are flammable fumes or gases, such as an inadequately vented bilge of a boat or near propane tanks. Do not use this product in an enclosure containing automotive-type lead-acid batteries.

⚠️ WARNING: Fire Hazard. Do not crush or puncture.

CAUTION: Operating temperature and environment. Do not expose to temperatures over +113° F (+45° C) or under 14° F (-10° C). Using at high or low temperatures may reduce the internal battery capacity and shorten the battery life. Exposure to fire or temperatures over +265° F (+130° C) may cause explosion. Exercise care when using in wet conditions.

Note: In extreme cold weather conditions, please store indoors for best results.

Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

Note: If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.

The Jump Starter 1000A is supplied with a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery. When charging the Jump Starter 1000A, work in a well-ventilated area and do not restrict ventilation in any way. Proper charging practices will increase the life of the batteries. The unit and battery must be disposed of properly when it no longer holds a charge. For information on battery recycling call toll free 800-822-8837.

CAUTION: This device is not intended for use in a commercial repair facility.

Precautions when working with vehicle batteries:

⚠️ WARNING: Explosion and fire hazard

1. Follow all instructions published by the battery manufacturer and the manufacturer of the equipment in which the battery is installed.
2. Make sure the area around the battery is well-ventilated.
3. Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the engine or batteries.
4. Be careful not to drop a metal object on the battery or allow a metal tool to simultaneously touch the positive and negative cable ends or battery terminals.
5. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with batteries. Batteries produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or other similar objects to metal, causing a severe burn.
6. If you need to remove a battery, always remove the negative terminal from the battery first. Make sure all accessories are off to prevent causing a spark.
7. Someone should be within range of your voice, or close enough to come to your aid when you work near batteries.
8. Have plenty of fresh water, soap and a supply of baking soda on hand in the area of the batteries in case of contact with battery acid. Baking soda neutralizes lead acid battery electrolyte.

Note: In extreme cold weather conditions, please store indoors for best results.

Note: When charging a device(s), the charge level may be lower than the actual battery charge level because the Jump Starter 1000A cannot accurately measure the charge level during rapid charging. To confirm the actual battery charge level, disconnect the device(s) being charged and press the power button.

The Jump Starter 1000A is designed for gasoline and diesel powered passenger cars and light duty trucks in good working order with batteries that are not damaged but require assistance commonly due to leaving lights on, cold temperature, or sitting unused for limited periods of time.

The Jump Starter 1000A uses a special high current battery to provide up to 1000 peak amps to start your engine. This can be used to jumpstart multiple vehicles on a single charge, or if needed, multiple jumpstart attempts on a single vehicle. However, after 4 repeated jumpstarts in a short period of time, the Jump Starter 1000A will go into recovery mode for 10 minutes to prevent the battery from overheating.

The Jump Starter 1000A is intended to jump start a vehicle with a battery that is not completely discharged. After jumpstarting your vehicle or regularly charging devices with the Jump Starter, the unit should be recharged to full in order to keep the battery in healthy condition.

Jump Starter 1000A Features

The Jump Starter 1000A has several key components:

• A. LED Display: A screen that shows the battery's charge level and operational status.
• B. Power/Flashlight Button: Used to turn the unit on/off and control the LED flashlight.
• C. Jump Start Connector: The port where the red battery clamp connects.
• D. LED Flashlight: An integrated flashlight for illumination.
• E. USB-C Fast Charge Input/Output: A port used for recharging the Jump Starter itself or for charging other devices via USB-C.
• F. (2) USB-A Fast Charge Outputs: Two standard USB-A ports for charging devices.
• G. 12V Jump Start Connector: The port used to connect the 12V jumper cable for in-car jump starting.
• H. Battery Clamps: The red (+) and black (-) clamps attached to the jumper cables for connecting to a vehicle's battery terminals.
• I. USB-C to A Cable: A cable included for charging the unit or devices.
• J. 12V Jumper Cable: The cable with a 12V plug used for in-car jump starting.

Re-Charging Your Jump Starter 1000A

The Jump Starter 1000A is recharged via its USB-C input/output port using the included cable or any compatible USB-C charging cable. While charging, the battery percentage on the screen will flash. Once fully charged or when the cable is removed, the flashing will stop, and the display will turn off after 15 seconds.

For optimal battery performance, recharge the Jump Starter 1000A fully every 12 months or as needed based on usage.

Charging can be done by connecting the USB-C port to:

• A laptop or computer's USB-C port.
• A vehicle's USB-C port (if available).
• A wall adapter (AC adapter not included).

Jump Starting Your Vehicle - Direct-to-Battery

Follow these steps to jump start your vehicle directly from the battery:

1. Connect Clamps: Attach the jumper cable clamps to the vehicle's battery terminals. Connect the Red clamp to the Positive (+) terminal first, then the Black clamp to the Negative (-) terminal.
2. Connect to Jump Starter: Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the Jump Starter 1000A's jump start connector.
3. Start Vehicle: Wait for the green LED on the jumper cable to illuminate, indicating a successful connection. Then, start your vehicle's engine.
4. Disconnect Cables: Once the vehicle has started, disconnect the jumper cable from the Jump Starter 1000A first, then disconnect the clamps from the vehicle's battery terminals.

Jump Starting Your Vehicle - In Car

This method uses the vehicle's 12V accessory port.

1. Prepare Vehicle: Turn off all vehicle accessories. Connect the jumper cable to the Jump Starter 1000A.
2. Accessory Mode: Depending on your vehicle, push the START button to Accessory mode or turn the ignition switch to the Accessory position.
3. Connect 12V Plug: Connect the 12V plug end of the jumper cable into the vehicle's 12V accessory port. (Note: The 12V plug is used for in-car jump starting only. For recharging the Jump Starter, see the "Re-Charging Your Jump Starter 1000A" section.)
4. Check Readiness: Wait for "Output Ready" and 5 solid bars on the Jump Starter's LED screen, then start your vehicle.
5. Disconnect Cable: Disconnect the Jump Start cable from the 12V accessory port and from the Jump Starter 1000A. Leave the engine running for at least twenty minutes to allow the vehicle's battery to recharge.

Note: In-car battery charging may take up to 15 minutes. If your vehicle does not start with this method, try the direct-to-battery method.

In-Car Jump Starting FAQ

How do I know if my battery is charging?

When the 12V jumper cable is plugged into the Jump Starter 1000A and the vehicle's 12V accessory port, the LED screen will show a flashing 5-bar graph and the word 'Output'. As your battery charges, the flashing bars will turn solid one by one. When the vehicle is ready to start, a 'Ready' message will appear.

How long will it take to charge?

In-car jump starting can take up to 15 minutes. If your vehicle does not start with the in-car method, try the direct-to-battery method.

What if I don't see the charging bars?

If the Jump Starter 1000A does not have enough charge for in-car jump starting, the battery percentage will flash, and a caution image may appear. In this case, use the direct-to-battery method.

Tri-Color Status LED:

The Status LED on the jump start cable indicates connection status:

Charging Your Devices

To charge a 5V USB device, connect its cable to either the USB-A or USB-C output ports on the Jump Starter 1000A. Once connected, press the power button to wake the unit, and charging will begin automatically. The display will show the current battery percentage if at least one device is connected and charging. The display turns off 15 seconds after all devices are disconnected or charging is complete.

LED Flashlight Operations:

ON/OFF:

1. Press and hold the Power/Flashlight button for 2 seconds to turn on the LED flashlight.
2. Press the Power/Flashlight button again (if it has been on for longer than 2 seconds) to turn off the LED flashlight.

Strobe and SOS Modes:

1. Press and hold the Power/Flashlight button for 2 seconds to turn on the LED flashlight.
2. Quickly press the Power/Flashlight button within 2 seconds of turning it on to activate Strobe mode.
3. Quickly press the Power/Flashlight button again within 2 seconds of activating Strobe mode to switch to SOS mode.
4. Press the Power/Flashlight button again to turn off the flashlight.

Specifications

Troubleshooting

1. After unboxing your Jump Starter: It is recommended to fully charge your Jump Starter before using it for the first time or putting it into long-term storage. Recharge it every 12 months or when the charge gets low after continued use.
2. Charging your Jump Starter: While you can charge devices using USB-C or USB-A ports, the Jump Starter itself can only be recharged via the USB-C port. The 12V jumpstart port is exclusively for in-car jumpstarting.
3. Checking readiness for jumpstarting:
   • Direct-to-Battery Jumpstarting: Look for a green LED light on the side of your jumper cables. A solid green light indicates readiness. Refer to the Tri-Color Status LED Table for full details.
   • In Car Jumpstarting: The Jump Starter's LED screen will display a flashing bar graph during the process. When complete and ready, it will show a solid 5-bar graph and the words "Output Ready".
4. LED light on jumper cables does not turn on: If the jumper cable LED light is not illuminating after connecting to the Jump Starter and car battery, unplug the cables for 30 seconds. Check the Jump Starter's current battery charge before reconnecting.

Limited 1-Year Warranty

Warranty Terms:

Cobra warrants your product against defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the original purchase date. Cobra, at its discretion, will repair or replace the product free of charge. Cobra does not cover shipping charges for products sent for warranty service. Products received COD will be refused.

To make a warranty claim, proof of purchase (invoice or receipt) is required, unless it's a factory direct purchase.

Warranty Exclusions:

Warranty does not apply if:

• The serial number has been removed or modified.
• The product has been subjected to misuse or damage (including water damage, physical abuse, or improper installation).
• The product has been modified in any way.
• Proof of purchase is from an unauthorized dealer or auction site (e.g., E-bay, U-bid).

Limitation of Warranty:

You acquire the product "AS IS" and "WHERE IS". Cobra disclaims all warranties, including merchantability and suitability for a particular purpose. Cobra is not liable for consequential, special, or incidental damages arising from the use, misuse, or mounting of the product.

These limitations may be restricted by state laws. Cobra is not responsible for products lost in shipment.

General Warranty Information:

All Cobra products are covered by a factory warranty. Standard accessories typically have a one-year warranty. Shipping to Cobra's facility is not covered; return shipping within the US is included. This warranty is non-transferable.

Product Service

For questions about operation or installation, contact Cobra directly rather than returning the product to a retail store. Contact information varies by country; visit www.cobra.com/support for the latest details.

For products purchased in the U.S.A., call 800-543-1608 for assistance or factory service.

For further information, FAQs, and manuals, visit www.cobra.com.

For Products Purchased Outside the U.S.A. or Canada: Please contact your local dealer.

For Products Used in Canada:

Industry Canada Notice: This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standards. Operation is subject to two conditions: 1) The device may not cause interference, and 2) The device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Ordering Info

Cobra products and accessories can be found at local Cobra dealers or ordered directly from Cobra in the U.S.A. Visit www.cobra.com for ordering.

Web orders typically ship the next business day if received by 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Orders do not ship on weekends or holidays. Standard deliveries are Monday-Friday. Saturday delivery may be available for an additional fee by calling Sales at 800-543-1608.

Processing times may vary due to holidays or inventory. For expedited shipping, call Sales at 800-543-1608.

Order Acceptance:

You will receive an email with shipping carrier and tracking information once your order is accepted and processed.

Shipping and Delivery:

Free ground shipping is available to 48 states. Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico have assessed shipping fees. Physical addresses are required; P.O. Boxes or APO/FPO addresses are not accepted. Expedited shipping options are available for Hawaii or Alaska. Shipping charges are calculated per product.

Note: For safety reasons, Jump Starters can only be shipped via ground service, not air delivery.

Note: Some orders may require a signature for delivery.

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