What Are Jump Starters?

Many of us have faced a very common problem with our car batteries.If we leave the lights on by accident at night, our car refuses to start in the morning.Some other mechanical fault or an old battery can leave us stranded in the middle of the road at any odd time.At such moments, a jump starter comes to our rescue.Once the battery is dead, it needs to be reconnected to some other battery to give it the starting power.Once the initial jump is provided and the car is running, the battery is fully recharged by the engine's alternator.A jump-start is a 12 volt lead acid battery which is somewhat like the battery used in cars.They are smaller than car batteries and weigh around 25-30 pounds.This makes them easy to carry around in the car.They can also be used as a backup generator during natural disasters or while camping.They also come with portable radios and ultra bright lights.Jump starters are quite easy to use.First, place the batteries side by side.You don't have to take the car battery out- just bring the smaller battery close.Make sure all appliances in the car such as the cooling unit, music system, etc.Are turned off.This is essential because the power surge can damage your car appliances.You must identify the positive and the negative terminals of both batteries because a proper connection is important.Now, use the jumper cables to connect the positive and negative ends of the two batteries.Remember- the positive end is to be connected only to the positive end, and the negative end to the negative.Once the circuit is complete, there will be a small spark that will indicate that the battery is being charged.They can also help us during other emergencies.It can provide an LED light during blackouts.You can plug in your laptop, radio, or television to it and can use it to charge your cell phones when all the lights are out as well.Some jump starters come with an air compressor that can be used to inflate the tires of your car, for example the Black & Decker VEC026BD Electromate 400 with Built-In Air Compressor which not only is a great jump starter but also has a built in air compressor.This is an extremely useful device to have around the house.It is portable, and you can carry it in your car for emergencies.You will never have to be stranded with a flat battery and be at the mercy of passersby any more.

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