ReliaVolt- Portable Jump Starter Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions for using the ReliaVolt Portable Power Pack. See below for instructions on how to use the Genie ReliaVolt for charging small devices, jumpstarting vehicles, and for using the flashlight/ SOS strobe light. 

 

 

Fully charge the Genie ReliaVolt™ prior to any use.

WARNING: Charge on a non-flammable surface.

Charging the Device

To keep the Genie ReliaVolt™ charged and ready at all times
follow these steps:

1. Open USB port cover to find input charging port.
2. Plug in wall charger to a wall outlet -OR- plug in the car charger to the available 12V socket in the car, then plug into Genie Relia- Volt™ input port.
3. The display will automatically light up and begin charging. The LCD screen will show the current charge level and will remain on during charge cycle. When the device is fully charged, the battery bar will stop blinking and the word “CHARGING” will disappear from the LCD display.

NOTE: The Genie ReliaVolt™ contains a charge safety circuit, to prevent
overcharging of unit. Initial charging can take up to 6-8 hours.

 

General Device Maintenance

To keep the Genie ReliaVolt™ ready at all times follow these steps:

Clean Genie ReliaVolt™ with a damp cloth. DO NOT use solvents or abrasives to clean unit.
• DO NOT submerse the Genie ReliaVolt™ in water.
• Keep fully charged with included 115VAC wall charger or 12V car charger at all times.
• Use ONLY with chargers provided, use of after-market charging devices can damage unit and void the warranty.
• Immediately charge after purchase, after each use and every 3-6 months to keep internal battery fully charged and prolong battery life.
• Store in case provided in a cool dry place.

NOTE: There are no serviceable parts within this unit.
DO NOT attempt to open case or perform any repairs.

Jump Starting Procedure

NOTE: Do not charge the ReliaVolt™ unit or USB devices while jump starting a vehicle.
1. Ensure vehicle ignition is turned OFF and all accessories such as AC, radio, defroster, etc... are also turned off.
2. Plug jumper cable into Genie ReliaVolt™. (Fig. 1)
3. Clamp RED jump starter cable to the RED POSITIVE (+) terminal post of the vehicle battery. (Fig. 2)
4. Clamp BLACK jump starter cable to the BLACK NEGATIVE (-) terminal post of the vehicle battery or chassis ground. (Fig. 2)
5. Press the Power button on the Genie ReliaVolt™ to check power level (Power Button will illuminate). Charge level should be over 11.5V for best results.
6. The display will also indicate current charge level of the vehicle battery. (Fig. 3)
• If no charge level is shown, battery level is under 2V. See page 14 for override function.
• If the LCD flashes and Jump Start button is RED, reverse polarity of the clamps to the battery.
7. When the LCD screen indicates “READY…GO”, press JUMP START button on the Genie ReliaVolt™. Button will flash and power will then flow to the vehicle battery.
8. Start Vehicle.
• Display will read voltage after vehicle is running. (Fig. 4)

NOTE: If vehicle does not start, allow Genie ReliaVolt™ to rest 10 seconds before attempting to start vehicle again. When the Jump Start button is green, it is ready for your next attempt. Try this process up to two additional times with at least 10 seconds in between attempts. If vehicle fails to start after 3 attempts, discontinue use of the Genie ReliaVolt™ and seek other methods to start vehicle.

9. Once vehicle has started, press POWER button on the side of unit to turn unit OFF.
10. Remove BLACK NEGATIVE (-) jump starter clamp from vehicle battery post or chassis ground.
11. Remove RED POSITIVE (+) jump starter clamp from vehicle battery post.
• Recharge Genie ReliaVolt™ as soon as possible to keep ready.
• Store Genie ReliaVolt™ in its original case along with these instructions.

 

Jump Start Override

If the vehicle battery voltage is under 2 volts, an extra step is required to attempt to start the vehicle.

1. Follow the hook-up procedure shown on page 12-13.
2. Press and hold the JUMP START button for 3 seconds. This will activate a “phantom” polarity check.

NOTE: This “phantom” polarity check can take up to 30 seconds. If polarity is reversed, the JUMP START button LED will flash continuously, reverse the clamps.

3. When JUMP START button LED stops flashing, Attempt to start vehicle.

NOTE: If vehicle does not start, allow Genie ReliaVolt™ to rest 10 seconds before attempting to start vehicle again. When the Jump Start button is green, it is ready for your next attempt. Try this process up to two additional times with at least 10 seconds in between attempts. If vehicle fails to start after 3 attempts, discontinue use of the Genie ReliaVolt™ and seek other methods to start vehicle.

4. Once vehicle has started, press POWER button on the side of unit to turn OFF.
5. Remove jump starter clamps from vehicle battery.
• Recharge Genie ReliaVolt™ as soon as possible to keep ready.
• Store Genie ReliaVolt™ in its original case along with these instructions.

 

Charging Hand-Held Devices

The Genie ReliaVolt™ will charge small hand-held devices such as cell phones or tablets that require a USB connection at 5VDC, USB-1@2.4A, USB-2@1.1A

1. Ensure Genie ReliaVolt™ is turned OFF.
2. Plug included USB connector into port on unit.
3. Locate the correct USB plug adapter and plug into hand-held device.
4. Press POWER button on Genie ReliaVolt™. Charging will begin.
5. Once hand-held device is fully charged, press POWER button on Genie ReliaVolt™ and remove USB connectors.

 

 

Flashlight Mode

1. Press POWER button on side of unit.
2. Press the WORKLIGHT button once to activate the LED light at 50% brightness.
3. Press the WORKLIGHT button twice to activate the LED light at 100% brightness.
4. Press the WORKLIGHT button a third time to activate SOS signal.
5. Press the WORKLIGHT button a fourth time to discontinue use.  WORKLIGHT will shut off automatically after 120 minutes.