It’s just one of those things that there will come a time when your car battery just gives up the ghost! If it hasn’t happened yet, it definitely will. This is why it’s important to learn these tips on how to get your car started (by jump-starting it) and if it doesn’t start when you attempt to crank up the engine.
My batteries are dead! Why?
For lots of people, a good Samaritan will be all too happy to come to your rescue and save you in your hour of need. But what happens if you’re stranded, or the only person around has no clue how to get the car started? If this is the case, it’s up to you to save the day!
Weather can play a role in how your battery gets started. Really cold weather can wear on a battery, depending on the situation. Another reason why it won’t start could have to do with how old the battery is. Batteries work excessively well when they’re new, but as they age, they simply don’t work as well.
Whatever the reason, knowing how to get your car started back up can make the difference between getting to work on time! A battery starter is a great option, as you don’t have to have another vehicle around to jump-start your car.
What is a starter?
A battery starter is exactly what it sounds like. It’s a device that gets life back into the car’s battery. They are quite small and you can keep them in the cargo area, so you’ll always have them with you when you need them.
However, it’s vital to know how to use one. While you could slap the clamps on and press the start button, that could lead to some serious injuries and damage to your car.
When using the battery starter, you need to be careful by covering your eyes. Charge your jump starter and connect the red clamp with the positive terminal and the black clamp with the negative terminal but please ensure the battery jump starter is powered off while connecting the terminals with the clamps. Once everything is attached correctly, carefully turn on the battery jump starter.
It’s possible the battery won’t charge at all, even if you leave it on all night. If this is the case, you’ve most likely got a dead battery, and with this, you will need to purchase a brand-new one.
A few questions
Battery starters come in all shapes and sizes. Some work mainly on cars, while others are designed specifically for diesel engines. Still, others can charge 12V batteries. It’s vital to read the description very carefully, so you don’t purchase the incorrect starter for your battery.
Another question is how you’ll know when the battery charger is 100% charged. This will range from a charger to a charger, but in general, there will either be a button on the front panel you can press or a blinking light to signal the starter is ready to go!
Finally, once your battery starter is all hooked up, and things appear to be charging, how do you know when it’s time to remove the starter? This could take even as much as 16 hours, depending on the device. It would be best if you read the description and reviews from people who have used it, to get a better idea of how long your device can charge your battery.
For more information on starting your journey get in touch with our sales team on 01782 590 700 or email enquiries@bowersautoparts.net.