Keep your Mini HD performing and get the most out
of every jump-start with these helpful tips.
Before the jump-start
- When transferring the Mini HD from one vessel to another for
a rescue, give the Mini HD a quick boost charge from your
running vessel to ensure the best jump-start performance
- Turn off all lights and accessories on the vessel with the
dead battery before attempting the jump-start; the increased
power draw could decrease the effectiveness of the Mini HD.
- Before hooking up the Mini HD, make sure the engines on
the dead vessel are in neutral. If not in neutral the starter
won’t engage and you’ll be wasting Mini HD energy.
- Securely fasten the Mini HD battery clamps as close as
possible to the engine’s starter motor on the dead vessel.
This position helps keep electrical resistance in the circuit to
a minimum, improving performance of the Mini HD.
- Immediately after turning on the Mini HD, turn the key and
begin cranking the vessel with the dead battery.
After the jump-start
- After completing a jump-start, allow the Mini HD to reach
its full charge before you turn it off and disconnect from the
battery.
- The voltmeter on the Mini HD can be used as a quick
diagnostic tool. If the vessel you just started is not charging
up the Mini HD, that vessel’s charging system may be faulty.
- Keep the springs inside the Mini HD battery clamps
lubricated in order to help prevent corrosion and ensure
proper performance.