Q:	Why do I need battery protection?
A:	Every vehicle, or piece of equipment, new or old, requires a functioning battery to supply power - or it won't start! The fact is, when you get in your vehicle you rely on it to start. PriorityStart! assures that battery power will be available when you need it (According to the American Automotive Association (AAA), dead batteries are the number one cause of all road service calls). If you experience a dead battery, you have lost not only time and money, but could be stranded in a potentially dangerous situation. Jump-starting can be dangerous to not only the vehicle but also the individual. Also, by preventing deep discharge, you maximize the life of the battery. One deep discharge can costs half the life of the battery. Using battery starters, dangerous jumper cables, or questionable cigarette lighter devices means you have already had a "dead battery", and done irreparable damage to the battery.
Q:	How does PriorityStart! protect my battery?
A:	PriorityStart! prevents the battery from deep discharging by disconnecting the battery at a factory preset level. Enough power is left to start the engine. Simply step on brake pedal or operate light switch, and the battery is automatically reconnected.
Q:	Can't I just buy a new battery?
A:	Yes, but usually a new battery is not immediately available and a new battery will not provide the safety, convenience or starting power of the PriorityStart!
Q:	How does PriorityStart! provide vehicle security or lift gate protection?
A:	The PriorityStart!  not only protects the owner, their time and safety, but it also protects the security system on the vehicle. If you experience a dead battery, the security system or gate lift is inactive. With PriorityStart!  if the battery drains below 11.7 volts it then disconnects the battery, but when the owner or would-be thief opens the door or attempts to start the vehicle, the battery system would be automatically reconnected, thus reconnecting the security system or gate lift.
Q:	Does PriorityStart! switch on and off every time I start the engine?
A:	No PriorityStart! does not disconnect and reconnect each time the vehicle is started, only when a load has been left on when the key is turned off.
Q:	Doesn't the introduction of PriorityStart! in battery circuit decrease reliability?
A:	No.  PriorityStart! incorporates a patented heavy-duty contact and gear drive system that disconnects and reconnects the battery only when required. The contact resistance is less than 1 milliohm (tone thousandth of an ohm), and, in the closed position, exerts a clamping force greater than 80 linear pounds. The net effect of these features is an electrical connection superior to even a normal battery post/cable clamp connection. PriorityStart! is an electro-mechanical device, thus when it operates you may hear the gears engage, this is normal.  The quiescent draw is 12mA  (milliamperes) in the connect mode, 9mA (milliamperes) in the disconnect.  This is similar to a small LED, or a "negligible" draw.  The units are tested and certified to ISO, USCG and SAE standards, shock and vibration protected and is transferable from vehicle to vehicle.
Q:	Can I use PriorityStart! on any 12 or 24-volt battery application?
A:	PriorityStart! is suitable for any vehicle or engine-driven device which uses a standard 12 or 24-volt battery (handles 1000 starting amps) Some examples: Automobiles Light trucks Recreational vehicles Fleet vehicles Van conversions Motor homes Construction vehicles Forklifts Off-road vehicles Industrial vehicles Farm vehicles Delivery vehicles
Q:	What are the temperature limits for PriorityStart!
A:	Environmental design limits for PriorityStart! are -40º F to +185º F. The product has been in service in both North America and Foreign markets, since 1996, without a single report of failure from any temperature extreme. Contrary to popular belief, a battery's worst enemy is heat, not cold. Hot weather leads to more corrosion, but the damage usually isn't detected until temperatures drop.
Q:	How large is PriorityStart!?
A:	Size of unit: 5"L X 3"W X 1.25"D - - Retail packaging dimensions: 8.5"L X 5.5"W X 3"D. The complete unit, including cable, and packaging weighs approximately 1.5 pound.
Q:	Does PriorityStart! disconnect the battery while the engine is running?
A:	No. PriorityStart! is designed to provide battery protection when the engine is NOT running (ignition switch in the off position). It will not disconnect the battery when the engine is running, even though the battery voltage level drops below the factory-set safe threshold. Circuits within this product recognize an "engine running" condition by sensing electrical "noise" (30 mill volts) created by fuel injectors, fuel pump, fan motors, etc., and will not disconnect the vehicle battery. If a vehicle alternator or alternator belt fails, the "engine running" circuitry recognizes the condition and prevents disconnection at the 11.7-volt threshold, allowing the vehicle to continue on the reserve capacity of the battery. In such a situation you are entirely dependent on the reserve capacity of the battery. PriorityStart! will not disconnect the battery as long as the engine is running.

Q:	Will PriorityStart! fit the battery in my vehicle?
A:	PriorityStart! fits the majority of standard vehicle batteries. Installation is simple - only three (3) connections.
Q:	Once PriorityStart! is installed is there anything I need to do to make it operate?
A:	No, PriorityStart! is totally automatic.

Q:	Can I transfer my PriorityStart! to another vehicle?
A:	Yes, it can be easily transferred.
Q:	Does PriorityStart! prevent all dead batteries?
A:	No, a battery can go dead from abuse or aging, but PriorityStart! maximizes the life of your battery. Remember, one deep discharge (which PriorityStart! prevents) reduces a battery's life by 30-40%.
Q:	What about memory devices in my vehicle?
A:	Vehicle computer systems have memory that resets itself. Clock and radio may need resetting. Remember, PriorityStart! has protected your battery starting power. Without it you would still have to reset memory devices.
Q:	Can I jump-start vehicle with PriorityStart! installed?
A:	Do NOT jump-start through the PriorityStart!.  Improper jump-starting can damage the onboard computer and electrical system, and damage the PriorityStart!.  If you need to jump start, go directly to the battery posts and follow the instructions of the battery manufacturer.
Q:	How many amps can the PriorityStart! handle?
A:	The amount of Cold Cranking Amps does not affect the operation of the PriorityStart!; however, it can only handle 1000 Starting Amps, (amps produced by the starter).

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