I
do not have one of these - yet - but I want one very badly.
It seems perfect for a small boat like a cruising dinghy
that does not have it's own electrical system. Charge it
up and it will start your car. Imagine how long it will
run your GPS. Use it with a small solar panel and you have
the perfect electrical system for any small boat. And if
the sun does not shine, just crank the foot pedal to charge
the battery. Here is what the company says:
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The FreeCharge Portable Energy Source is a
versatile, robust energy pack providing totally dependable
power for emergency situations and everyday use in remote
applications. The FreeCharge features an internal rechargeable
lead acid gel cell battery capable of jump starting a vehicle
or boat with a flat battery, as well as powering a range
of other appliances.
The
FreeCharge can be energized from either an AC or DC source
e.g. wall, solar, wind and, in emergency situations, using
the step treadle. the FreeCharge will accept 110V to 240V
AC and DC inputs from 10.7V to 21V.
The FreeCharge has an output rating of 400
amps and can jump start a wide range of motorized equipment.
The FreeCharge can also be used to power electronic equipment
including navigation devices via its 12V DC cigarette lighter
output socket. The FreeCharge has fold-able stabilizers,
making it easily portable and able to be stowed neatly away,
making it ideal for boats, motor homes and campers.
Can
Jump-start marine and automobile engines
