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Black & Decker VEC010BD Start It 300 Amp Jump Starter |  | Brand: Black & Decker
Category: Automotive Parts and Accessories
List Price: $49.99
Buy New: $48.52
as of 9/6/2010 11:48 CDT details
You Save: $1.47 (3%)
New (6) from $48.52
Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  62 reviews
Sales Rank: 1940
Color: Red/Black
Media: Automotive
Batteries: 1
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 10
Dimensions (in): 10 x 6 x 11
MPN: VEC010BD
Model: VEC010BD
UPC: 617977010606
EAN: 0617977010606
ASIN: B000E1HAIK
Shipping: Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | 300 instant amps for jump starting your vehicle in emergencies | | • | Power safety switch and reverse hook-up warning system for added safety | | • | LED battery status indicators | | • | This item is not for sale in Catalina Island |
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Product Description
The Black&Decker Start-it Jump-Start System is portable, cordless, and rechargeable. It features a 12 Volt DC power supply and 300 AMP instant starting power. It powers coolers, air compressors, inverters, spotlights, and more!
Amazon.com Product Description
The Black & Decker Jump-Starter has 300 instant amps to start your car in the unlikely event that your battery goes dead. There is always a chance that you will not be able to find someone to jump-start your car, even if you have a set of jumper cables. The Jump-Starter will alleviate this worry by giving you the power you need to do it on your own. 
Black & Decker's Jump-Starter is a powerful and compact tool to restart your vehicle. View larger. | Portable and Powerful
The Jump-Starter is portable, cordless, and rechargeable. It features 300 amp instant starting power that is adequate for nearly any vehicle. It is so versatile, it will power coolers, air compressors, inverters, spotlights, and almost anything else with a car charger attachment. Safe and Easy to Use
The Jump-Starter also features a keyless on/off power safety switch and reverse hook-up warning alarm in case the cables are attached to the wrong terminals. An LED battery status indicator lets you know the state of your battery and when it's charged up Rechargeable
The Jump-Starter recharges easily from any household AC outlet, so that it will be ready the next time you need it. No More Jumper Cables
With Black & Decker's Jump-Starter, there is no more worrying about having to track down a friendly vehicle. Whether you're in the rain, on an empty street on a dark night, or alone in an unfamiliar place, you'll be happy that the Jump-Starter is charged and ready to assist you get back on the road. Warranty
Black & Decker offers a full 2-year warranty.
What's in the box
Start It Jump-Starter, 120 volt AC charger, and heavy-duty cables and clamps.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 62
 Clearing up some questions/critiques January 5, 2007
B. Walker (Illinois)
30 out of 30 found this review helpful
Unit appears to be solidly constructed. Maybe I lucked out and got an upgraded version, but there have been a couple of reviewers that said the the plastic clamps snapped. The unit I have (manufactured 11/06) has ALL METAL clamps, very much nicer than many regular standard jumper cables.
This unit will hold a charge but needs to be maintained (recharged) at least every 60 days or so.
NEVER charge via the cigarette lighter adapter in your vehicle longer than 3-4 hours. It may be left on AC charge indefinately. It is better to keep it fully charged, discharging this unit will result in shorted cells.
All in all, a very small price to pay for peace of mind, at home and on the road. With a power inverter (less than $20.00) you can have silent power source for lights, cell phones, small tv's, laptops, flourescent lights, etc.
Need a jump? This product is reliable and easy to use. February 13, 2007
D. L. Jurmu
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
I have a Honda, which I love, but since I do not drive her on a daily basis now, the battery is tempermental. I bought this product and have had to use it several times. I've found it easy to use and, even when the car battery has been completely dead, this jumpstarter has had more than enough power to get her started. I comparison shopped and the price of this Black & Decker was the best bargain, too. Recommend it highly.
Finally used it--works great! March 3, 2007
Johanna M. Perez (St. Petersburg, FL United States)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
I've had it for about a month now and I finally got to use it yesterday. I was so impressed by how easy it was to use and how fast it worked. To be honest, I hate dealing with anything under the hood of my car but even in my incapable hands, this thing could not have been any easier to use. Best of all, it started my car instantly. I was so proud of myself! I highly recommend it to anyone. And as others have mentioned, it has sturdy metal clamps that look like they would very difficult to break. The whole thing looks solidly built.
Convenient portable power September 4, 2006
Martouf (Mid-Atlantic, USA)
18 out of 21 found this review helpful
T. Dorau -- when properly stored, what you complain about will never happen. A battery should -never- be stored in sub-zero or near-freezing temperatures. Don't leave it in the garage!
This unit offers "quick" recharging (4 to 5 hours) from a 12V source or gradual recharging (12 to 24 hours) from an AC source.
The AC source may be left connected indefinitely (true "float" charging) which is a plus for a standby power source. The inclusion of the LED light source is very thoughtful on the part of the designer(s).
In addition to jump starting a car, this is a good choice for small household items (TV, Radio, Weather Alert Radio) or emergency communications equipment (CB, Ham Radio).
This product also appears in some stores under the "Husky" and "Vector" brand-names.
Works fine on an '81 Subaru. March 29, 2008
Douglas Henderson (SW Montana)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
Bought one of these Black & Decker 300 Amp jump starters last month--and had to use it the other day when my '81 Subaru's battery finally died. Followed the instructions for a positive terminal battery hook-up, attached the ground clamp to car frame (must be bare metal!!!), turned on the jumper and hopped in the car to turn the ignition. Voila! Immediate start from a cold engine.
Very modest size and easy to stash in a vehicle. Nice that the metal clamps are stored efficiently right on the unit. Instructions note that units are already partially charged before shipping and to charge for some additional time once the green light starts to flicker during wall charging.
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