NOCO Jump Starter GBX55 Lithium 12V: The Ultimate Portable Powerhouse

Introduction

Introducing the NOCO Jump Starter GBX55 Lithium 12V, a compact yet powerful device designed to jump-start your vehicle quickly and efficiently. With an estimated price range of $150 - $200 and a launch date set for late 2023, this innovative product is a must-have for any driver. Its lightweight and portable design, combined with advanced safety features, make it an ideal choice for jump-starting cars, trucks, motorcycles, and more.

Important Safety Warnings

• Manual Override Mode disables all safety measures. When used improperly and/or against our recommended use, it may result in injury or death and will void your warranty. Risk of fire, explosion, and burns. Do not disassemble, crush, heat above 60ºC (140ºF) or incinerate. This device is intended for temporary use outdoors and reasonable care should be exercised when using this device in wet conditions.
• Do not overcharge the internal battery. See Instruction Manual. Do not smoke, strike a match, or cause a spark in the vicinity of the power pack. Only charge the internal battery in a well ventilated area when not in use.
• Risk of Injury To Persons. Do not use this product if the power cord or the battery cables are damaged in any way. This device is not intended for use in a commercial repair facility. This device is intended to be stored indoors when not in use. This device shall not be stored or left outdoors when not in use.

Proposition 65
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain chemicals, including lead. These materials are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. 

Personal Precaution
Only use product as intended. Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid in case of emergency. Have a supply of clean water and soap nearby in the case of battery acid contamination. Wear complete eye protection and protective clothing while working near a battery. Always wash hands after handling batteries and related materials. Do not handle or wear any metal objects when working with batteries including; tools, watches or jewelry. If metal is dropped onto battery, it may spark or create a short circuit resulting in electrical shock, fire, explosion which may result in injury, death or property damage. 

Minors
If the product is intended by «Purchaser» to be used by a minor, purchasing adult agrees to provide detailed instructions and warnings to any minor prior to use. Failure to do so is the sole responsibility of the «Purchaser,» who agrees to indemnify NOCO for any unintended use or misuse by a minor. 
Choking Hazard
Accessories may present a choking hazard to children. Do not leave children unattended with product or any accessory. The product is not a toy. 

Handling
Handle product with care. The product can become damaged if impacted. Do not use a damaged product, including, but not limited to, cracks to the casing or damaged cables. Do not use product with a damaged power cord. Humidity and liquids may damage product. Do not handle product or any electrical components near any liquid. Store and operate product in dry locations. Do not operate product if it becomes wet. If product is already operating and becomes wet, disconnect it from the battery and discontinue use immediately. Do not disconnect the product by pulling on the cables. 
Caution: Hot surface, Wait for the unit to cool down before handling. 

Modifications
Do not attempt to alter, modify or repair any part of the product. Disassembling product may cause injury, death or damage to property. If product becomes damaged, malfunctions or comes in contact with any liquid, discontinue use, and contact NOCO. Any modifications to the product will void your warranty. 

Accessories
This product is only approved for use with  NOCO accessories. NOCO is not responsible for user safety or damage when using accessories not approved by NOCO. 

Location
Prevent battery acid from coming in contact with the product. Do not operate the product in a closed-in area or an area with restricted ventilation. Do not set a battery on top of product. Position cable leads to avoid accidental damage by moving vehicle parts (including hoods and doors), moving engine parts (including fan blades, belts, and pulleys), or what could become a hazard that may cause injury or death. 

Operating Temperature
This product is designed to work in ambient temperatures between -20º C to 50º C. Do not operate outside of temperature ranges. Do not jump start a frozen battery. Discontinue use of product immediately if the battery becomes excessively warm. 

Storage
Do not use or store your product in areas with high concentrations of dust or airborne materials. Store your product on flat; secure surfaces so it’s not prone to falling. Store your product in a dry location. The storage temperature is -20ºC to +50ºC (0ºC ~ +25ºC daily average). Never exceed 80ºC under any condition. 

Compatibility
The product is only compatible with 12-volt lead-acid batteries only. Do not attempt to use product with any other type of battery. Jump starting other battery chemistries may result in injury, death or property damage. Contact the battery manufacturer prior to attempting to jump start the battery. Do not jump start a battery if you are unsure of the battery’s specific chemistry or voltage. 

The Battery
The built-in lithium-ion battery in the product should be replaced only by NOCO, and must be recycled or disposed of separately from household waste. Do not attempt to replace the battery yourself and do not handle a damaged or leaking lithium-ion battery. Never dispose of battery in household trash. Disposal of batteries in household trash is unlawful under state and federal environmental laws and regulations. Always take used batteries to your local battery recycling center. If the product battery is excessively hot, emitting an odor, deformed, cut, or is experiencing or demonstrating an abnormal occurrence, immediately stop all use and contact NOCO.

Battery Charging 
Charge the product with the included USB-C charging cable. NOCO is not responsible for damage, injury, and/or death while using non-approved, third-party charging products. Be cautious of using low quality power adaptors, as they may present a serious electrical risk that can result in injury and/or death to person, device, and property. Using damaged cables or chargers, or charging when moisture is present, can result in electric shock. Using generic or third-party power adapter may shorten the life of your product and cause the product to malfunction. NOCO is not responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories or supplies that are not approved by NOCO. When using a USB power adapter to charge the product, make sure that the AC plug is fully inserted into the adapter before you plug it into a power outlet. Power adapters may become warm during normal use, and prolonged skin contact may cause bodily injury. Always allow adequate ventilation around power adapters when using them. To ensure maximum battery life, avoid charging your product for more than a week at a time, as overcharging may shorten battery life. Over time, an unused product will discharge and must be recharged before use. Disconnect the product from power sources when not in use. Use the product only for their intended purposes. 

Medical Devices
Product may emit electromagnetic fields. Product contains magnetic components which may interfere with pacemakers, de-fibrilators, or other medical devises. These electromagnetic fields may interfere with pacemakers or other medical devices. Consult with your physician prior to use if you have any medical device including pacemakers. If you suspect the product is interfering with a medical device, stop using the product immediately and consult your physician.

Medical Conditions
If you have any medical condition that you believe could be affected by product, including but not limited to; seizures, blackouts, eyestrain or headaches, consult your physician prior to use of product. The use of a integrated high-powered flashlight contains a light sensitivity hazard. Use of the light in Strobe Mode may cause seizures in persons with photosensitive epilepsy, which may result in serious injury or death. 

Light
Staring directly into the light beam or shine of the flashlight may result in permanent eye injury. The product is equipped with a high output LED pre-focused lamp that emits a powerful beam at the highest setting. 

Cleaning
Power off the product before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Clean and dry product immediately if it comes in contact with liquid or any type of contaminant. Use a soft, lint-free (microfiber) cloth. Avoid getting moisture in openings. 

Explosive  Atmospheres
Obey all signs and instructions. Do not operate product in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, including fueling areas or areas which contain chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal powders. 

Specifications

The NOCO GBX55 Lithium 12V boasts the following key features:

• Internal Battery: 46Wh Lithium Ion
• Peak Current Rating: 1750A
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to +50°C
• Charging Temperature: 0ºC to +40ºC
• Storage Temperature: -20ºC to +50ºC (avg Temp.)
• USB-C (In): 5V 1.5A/9V 3A/12V 3A/15V 3A/20V 3A
• USB-C (Out): 5V 3A/9V 3A/12V 3A/15V 3A/20V 3A
• USB (Output): 5VDC 2.1A Max / 10W Max
• Housing Protection: IP65 (w/Ports Closed)
• Cooling: Natural Convection
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 7.7 x 4.9 x 2.5 Inches
• Weight: 2.58 Pounds

How To Use

Charge the GBX55

The GBX55 comes partially charged out of the box and needs to be fully charged prior to use. Connect the GBX55 using the included USB-C Charge Cable to the USB-C IN/OUT port. It can be recharged from any powered USB port, like an AC adapter, car charger, laptop and more. The USB-C IN/OUT port utilizes Power Delivery 3.0 technology capable of receiving/delivering up to 60W. The time to recharge a GBX55 will differ based on the discharge level and the power source used. Actual results may vary due to battery conditions.
When recharging, the charge level of the internal battery is indicated by the charge LEDs. The LEDs will slowly pulse ‘on’ and ‘off’ and become solid until all four charge LEDs are on. When the battery is fully charged, the green 100% LED will be solid, and the 25%, 50% and 75% charge LEDs will turn «off». From time to time, the green 100% LED will pulse indicating maintenance charging is occuring.

• Fast Charge: The GBX55 is equipped with fast charging technology that allows it to be recharged at a rate of up to 60W. A com-patible charger, capable of 60W USB-C Power Delivery 3.0, is required to fully utilize this feature. The fast charge LED will illuminate when rate of charge exceeds 15W, indicating USB Power Delivery 3.0 is active.

  

• Auto Charger: The most effective way to charge GBX55 is by using The NOCO Auto Charger (not included). 
  NOTE: The vehicle must be On / Running for the Auto Charger to Fast Charge the unit.    

  

• Power Source: When charging USB devices, it is important to power on the GBX55 unit first and then plug in the USB device being charged.  
  NOTE: If the GBX55 unit is not powered on first, it will drain power from the USB device, if it is DRP compatible. To charge GBX55 with a DRP compatible device (e.g phone, laptop, power bank) ensure GBX55 is powered OFF before making a cable connection between GBX55 and the DRP device.

Connect to the Battery

Carefully read and understand the vehicle owner’s manual on specific precautions and recommended methods for jump starting the vehicle. Make sure to determine the voltage and chemistry of the battery by referring to your battery owner’s manual prior to using this product. The GBX55 is for jump starting 12-volt lead-acid batteries only. Before connecting to the battery, verify that you have a 12-volt lead-acid battery. The GBX55 is not suitable for any other type of battery. Identify the correct polarity of the battery terminals on the battery. The positive battery terminal is typically marked by these letters or symbol (POS,P,+). The negative battery terminal is typically marked by these letters or symbol (NEG,N,-). Do not make any connections to the carburetor, fuel lines, or thin, sheet metal parts. The below instructions are for a negative ground system (most common). If your vehicle is a positive ground system (very uncommon), follow the below instructions in reverse order. Connect the positive (red) battery clamp to the positive (POS,P,+) battery terminal and the negative (black) battery clamp to the negative (NEG,N,-) battery terminal or vehicle chassis. 

Jump Starting

1. Make sure all of the vehicle’s power loads (headlights, radio, air conditioning, etc.) are turned off before attempting to jump start the vehicle.
2. Press the power button to begin jump starting, and all LEDs will flash once. If you are properly connected to the battery, the white boost LED will illuminate and the battery charge LEDs will chase. A 60-second timeout countdown will begin as soon as a battery is detected.
3. Try starting the vehicle. Most vehicles will immediately start. If the vehicle does not start right away, wait 20-30 seconds and try again. After the 60-second timeout is complete, the unit must be powered off, then back on, to initiate a new jump-start sequence. Do not attempt more than five (5) consecutive jump starts within a fifteen (15) minute period. Allow the GBX55 to rest for fifteen (15) minutes before attempting to jump start the vehicle again.
4. Once you have started your vehicle, power off the unit, disconnect the battery clamps, and remove the GBX55.

60-Second Timeout
A 60-second countdown will be initiated as soon as a battery is detected. After 60 seconds has elapsed, the jump starting function will be disabled. The boost LED will turn off and the internal battery charge LEDs will indicate the current charge level of the unit. To reset the jump-starting function, press the power button to power off the unit. Press the power button again to power on the unit and restart the jump starting function.
CAUTION: 60-SECOND TIMEOUT IS DISABLED WHILE USING MANUAL OVERRIDE MODE. POWER WILL CONTINUE TO BE SUPPLIED WHILE MANUAL OVERRIDE IS ACTIVE. TO MAXIMIZE THE NUMBER OF JUMP-STARTS, IT IS RECOMMENDED TO TURN OFF THE BOOST-UNIT AS SOON AS THE VEHICLE HAS STARTED. 

Low Voltage Batteries & Manual Override
The GBX55 is designed to jump start 12-volt lead-acid batteries down to 3-volts. If your battery is below 3-volts, the Boost LED will be «off». This is an indication that the GBX55 can not detect a battery. If you need to jump start a battery below 3-volts there is a manual override feature, which allows you to force «on» the jump start function. 
CAUTION: USE THIS MODE WITH EXTREME CARE. THIS MODE IS FOR 12-VOLT LEAD-ACID BATTERIES ONLY. BOTH THE SPARK PROOF AND REVERSE POLARITY PROTECTION FEATURES ARE DISABLED. PAY VERY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE POLARITY OF THE BATTERY BEFORE USING THIS MODE. DO NOT ALLOW THE POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE BATTERY CLAMPS TO TOUCH OR CONNECT TO EACH OTHER AS THE PRODUCT WILL GENERATE SPARKS. THIS MODE USES VERY HIGH CURRENT (UP TO 1750 AMPS) THAT CAN CAUSE SPARKS AND HIGH HEAT IF NOT USED PROPERLY. IF YOU ARE UNSURE ABOUT USING THIS MODE, DO NOT ATTEMPT AND SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP.

Interface

1. Power LED Illuminates White when unit is “On”. Will illuminate orange after the 60-second timeout countdown until the clamps are removed from the Car Battery or the GBX55 is power cycled ‘off’ and back ‘on’ again.
2. Power Button Push to turn unit “on” & “off” or restart boost after 60-second timeout.
3. Reverse Polarity Error LED Illuminates red if reverse polarity is detected.
4. Cold LED Illuminates solid or flashes blue when internal temperature is too low.
5. Hot LED Illuminates solid or flashes red when internal temperature is too high.
6. Error LED Blinks “on” and “off” in various sequences (from 1 to 6 blinks) to convey error conditions.
7. Internal Battery Level Indicates the charge level of the internal battery.
8. Light Mode Button Toggles the ultra-bright LED light through 7 light modes: 100% > 50% > 10% > SOS > Blink > Strobe > Off
9. Boost LED Illuminates white when boost is active. If the unit is connected properly to a battery, the GBX55 will automatically detect a battery and go into boost mode (LED flashes white when manual override feature is active).
10. Manual Override Button To enable, push and hold for three (3) seconds. 
    WARNING: Disables safety protection and manually forces Boost «On». Only for use when a battery voltage is too low to be detected.
11. Fast Charge LED Illuminates white when fast charge is active. Fast charge LED turns red (solid/blinking) when there is an error.

Description

The NOCO GBX55 Lithium 12V is a revolutionary jump starter that combines power, portability, and safety in one sleek package. Its lithium-ion battery technology ensures reliable performance and long service life, while the compact design allows for easy storage and transport. The integrated LED flashlight, USB charging ports, and versatile safety features make this jump starter an indispensable tool for any driver, whether you're commuting to work or embarking on a cross-country road trip.

Setup Guide

To use the NOCO GBX55 Lithium 12V, follow these steps:

1. Ensure the vehicle's battery is off and the jump starter is fully charged.
2. Connect the positive (red) clamp to the positive terminal of the vehicle's battery.
3. Connect the negative (black) clamp to a metal grounding point on the vehicle, away from the battery.
4. Turn on the jump starter and wait for the "ready" indicator.
5. Start the vehicle. If it doesn't start after a few seconds, wait 30 seconds before attempting again.
6. Disconnect the jump starter in reverse order: negative (black) clamp first, then positive (red) clamp.

Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions

• Jump starter won't turn on: Ensure the jump starter is fully charged and the clamps are properly connected to the vehicle's battery.
• Vehicle won't start: Check the clamp connections, ensure the vehicle's battery is in good condition, and try jump-starting again.
• Jump starter gets warm during use: This is normal and indicates the jump starter is working correctly. However, if it becomes excessively hot, stop using it and contact NOCO's customer support.

Error		Reason/Solution
	Solid Red	Reverse polarity detected. / Reverse the battery connections.
	Single (1) Flash	Short circuit detected on battery clamps. / Remove all loads, reconnect clamps to battery.
	Double (2) Flash	High voltage detected at clamps (the GBX55 is connected to a voltage system greater than 12V, such as 24V).
	Triple (3) Flash	Bad battery cell detected. / When an internal battery cell has failed during charging.
	Quadruple (4) Flash	Charge timeout error (i.e. the GBX55 has been in bulk charge for too long).
	Sextuple (6) Flash	Back-Charge detected into the GBX55 through the clamps while in a Boost Mode (i.e. the GBX55 is in Manual Override and then connected to a system greater than 12V, such as 24V).
	Hot LED: Solid	Unit is fully operational, but approaching upper temperature limit. / Allow the unit to cool.
	Hot LED: Flashing	Unit is too hot to jump start, only the flashlight is available in this state. / Allow the unit to cool.
	Cold LED: Solid	Unit is fully operational, but approaching lower temperature limit. / Allow the unit to warm up.
	Cold LED: Flashing	Unit is too cold to jump start, only the flashlight is available in this state/ Allow the unit to warm up.
	Flashing Red	If charging the unit, check the cable or charger for damage/ If charging a USB-C device, check cable or device for damage/ If problem persists, contact NOCO support.
	Solid Red	Connected Charger is Incompatible. / Unplug USB Cable, Turn Off/On the Unit, Use Different Charger.

Warranty

NOCO warrants that this product (the “Product”) will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of One (1) Year from the date of purchase (the “Warranty Period”). For defects reported during the Warranty Period, NOCO will, at its discretion, and subject to NOCO’s technical support analysis, either repair or replace defective products. Replacement parts and products will be new or serviceably used, comparable in function and performance to the original part and warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty Period.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Compact and lightweight design
• Advanced safety features
• Long-lasting lithium-ion battery
• Integrated LED flashlight and USB charging ports

Cons

• May not be suitable for larger vehicles with high-capacity batteries
• Higher price point compared to some lead-acid jump starters

Customer Reviews

Users praise the NOCO GBX55 Lithium 12V for its compact size, ease of use, and dependable performance. The integrated flashlight and USB charging ports are also popular features, making this jump starter a versatile tool for various situations. Some users have noted that the price is higher than lead-acid jump starters, but the advanced safety features and long-lasting battery make it a worthwhile investment.