CAT CJ1000DCP Car Jump Starter Instruction Manual
CAT CJ1000DCP Car Jump Starter
CAT CJ1000DCP Car Jump Starter
CAT CJ1000DCP Instructions
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CAT CJ1000DCP Car Jump Starter Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | CJ1000DCP Professional Power Station |
| Item / Article Number | 12391777 |
| Boost Ampere | 12V DC, 1000A peak battery, 500A instantaneous |
| Battery Type | Maintenance-free, sealed, non-spillable lead acid, 12V DC |
| Compatible Vehicle Systems | 12V DC battery systems only (not 6V or 24V) |
| Grounding Systems Supported | Negative-grounded and positive-grounded |
| AC Input (Built-in Charger) | 120V AC, 60Hz, 12W |
| Charging Method | Built-in 120V AC charger with household extension cord (cord may be sold separately) |
| Initial Charge Time | 40 hours or until the Battery Status Icon shows 4 solid bars |
| Recommended Recharge Interval | At least every 30 days and after each use |
| AC Outlet | One three-prong 120V AC, 60Hz, 200W continuous |
| Inverter Output Waveform | Modified sine wave |
| USB Ports | 4 ports, 5V DC each, 6.2A total |
| USB Current Distribution | 3.1A total for the two left ports; 3.1A total for the two right ports |
| Compressor Type | Built-in 12V DC portable compressor |
| Compressor Maximum Pressure | 120 PSI |
| Pressure Setting Range | 1 to 120 PSI |
| Compressor Duty Cycle | Maximum 10 minutes continuous, approximately 30 minutes cool-down |
| Inflation Capacity per Charge | Up to 3 average-sized tires |
| Area Light | 2 white LEDs, built-in |
| Display | Backlit digital LCD screen |
| Recommended Cranking Bursts | 5 to 6 seconds |
| Minimum Height in Garage or Enclosed Area | 18 inches above the floor |
| Regulatory Compliance | FCC Part 15 Class B; CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) |
| Design Patent | US Patent No. D761,200 |
| Warranty | One (1) year limited home use warranty |
| Intended Use | Household use only, not for commercial use |
| Customer Service | 1-877-571-2391 |
| Importer | Baccus Global, LLC (licensee of Caterpillar Inc.) |
| Distributor | Costco Wholesale Corporation / Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. |
| Country of Origin | Made in China |
CAT CJ1000DCP Car Jump Starter Details
The CAT CJ1000DCP is a professional power station that puts a jump starter, a tire compressor, an AC inverter, USB charging and an area light in one housing with a rubber grip handle. Everything is operated from a front control panel. There are separate buttons for the compressor, USB ports, AC outlet and area light, and a rotary Jump Starter Power Switch. Each button press makes a beep, and the unit turns itself off once every function is switched off.
The backlit LCD screen is the main user interface. It shows a four-bar Battery Status Icon, a voltage indicator, clamp icons, reverse polarity icons, alarm and fault icons, and icons for the jump starter, compressor and USB functions. During AC charging, the bars fill from bottom to top over and over. When the battery is completely drained, the empty icon flashes and the built-in low voltage protection shuts the unit down until it is recharged.
The jump-starting system is built around safety. The power switch only lets energy flow when the connections are correct, and it should stay in the OFF (0) position while you attach the clamps. If the clamps are reversed, the alarm and polarity icons flash and a continuous alarm sounds. If the switch is turned on with no battery connected, a two-second warning repeats every 10 seconds. Turning the switch on with reversed polarity permanently damages the unit.
On negative-grounded vehicles, the red clamp goes on the positive battery post and the black clamp goes on the chassis or engine block, away from the battery. When the jump starter icon flashes, the connection is correct, so you turn the switch on and crank the engine in short bursts. Afterwards, remove the black clamp first. Positive-ground vehicles use the mirror-image procedure. Turn the compressor off before jump-starting, because the two modes cannot run at the same time.
The compressor uses a Sure Fit® nozzle that screws onto valve stems, plus a nozzle adapter for balls and other inflatables. You set the target pressure with the + and – buttons, and holding a button speeds up the change. The setting stays in memory until you change it, which makes regular tire top-offs easy. Inflation stops automatically at the preset pressure. At higher pressures the motor may slow down for a while to keep itself from overheating.
The AC outlet shuts down automatically for low or high internal battery voltage, overheating, overload and short circuits, and each fault has its own flashing icons. It cannot run heat-producing appliances such as hair dryers, toasters and microwaves, and it should not be used with medical devices. Some laptops may not work with it. The USB ports supply power only, with no data transfer. A translucent blue ring around each port lights solid when active and flashes when there is a fault.
Maintenance is minimal. The sealed lead acid battery should last the service life of the unit, and there are no user-replaceable parts. Keep the unit upright and away from sunlight, heat and moisture, and clean it with a soft cloth dampened with mild detergent. The hose and adapter have their own storage compartments. The unit is not for boats, 6V or 24V systems, or frozen batteries, and the battery must be recycled at the end of its life.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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