Comments on: Hands-On: Husky’s Portable AC/DC Power System

By: Cesar

Cesar — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:54:19 +0000

Where can I buy the husky portable AC/DC.? I´m from Mexico city

By: Fred A Fricke

Fred A Fricke — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:57:35 +0000

I have a Husky portable ac/dc unit with air inflator… Used the air inflator once, now it does not work. When using more air comes out of tire then goes in tire……. Home depot no longer carries this brand… What do I do ????

By: Dan

Dan — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 05:34:47 +0000

I have had this Husky for a couple of years and not used it often. Tried to use it again one time and battery would not charge. Anyone know where I might find a schematic for this unit? Or someone who might already know how to replace the battery?

By: Mike Smith

Mike Smith — Tue, 26 May 2009 01:27:18 +0000

Have a Husky AC/DC Power Supply and compressor. Everything works great except air compressor. You can hear the compressor motor run but no air. Took it apart and found that it has a cheap made plastic cog that is stripped. Anyone know where I can order the part?

By: Michael D Smith

Michael D Smith — Mon, 11 May 2009 23:16:55 +0000

Mine has a dead(ish) battery after about 5 years. It won’t even trip the solenoid on a vehicle anymore, but might run the inverter for an hour or so… I started several cars with it when it was young, it worked fine. The battery that will fit is a UB12180, about $33 delivered from Buy.com I like this unit so I’m going to put a new battery in it. 18AH vs 19 that was in it. A UB12220 will also fit, but costs more than 2x as much. There are LOTS of screws to take out, some under stickers, etc, so take it all apart, inspect for more screws, take more out, etc, etc… But it will come apart easily once you find them all… Should make it like new again for another 5 years. I’m going to refrigerate it after I charge it this time, since I only take it camping maybe 5 times a year. Might last 7 years that way. Took me a while to find a battery to fit, but it is a standard size. Measure the battery near the top of the case (it is tapered) and you’ll see it matches a bunch of replacements… Must be a sealed battery.

Kathy Gean - xantrex has a nice one at Blain’s Farm & Fleet on sale for about $80… Actually I think it’s a duracell powerpack 450 (made by xantrex). Looks really nice & has same features, plus xantrex is a great brand, but I thought I’d stay with the Husky once I replace the battery. I don’t see it online, but if you have a store nearby, it’s black with orange handles, and that would be a great price if you can find one.

By: Thomas Heath

Thomas Heath — Sun, 03 May 2009 03:31:34 +0000

This husky jumpstarter is a good basic unit have not had any real problems with it,have not used compressor much, use a small air compressor to check tires, jumpstarter works well good power to start dead batteries, power inverter works but the internal battery is small to run tools for long time. I really like this tool for any one , to bad they do not sell it any more. Tom

By: Kathy Gean

Kathy Gean — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 20:06:46 +0000

I own a Towing Company, use jump boxes ALOT! Love the Huskys the most as they are definetely the longest lasting. My problem? I need two more and Home Depot says they don’t carry them any more. I’ve looked everywhere and online and I can’t seem to locate a dealer that sells them. HELP!

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By: Cliff Chatelain

Cliff Chatelain — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 21:02:57 +0000

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By: Bill

Bill — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 10:10:11 +0000

Purchased HSK037 from Home Depot in Dec 05 - compressor does not work - clicking sound when Compressor switch “ON” - all other functions OK. Is there a simple fix?

By: WALLY

WALLY — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 21:47:14 +0000

I used the compressor for the first time today and i was able to only inflate one small tire before i heard the compressor just run and not pumping. I heard something rattling around in the casing and found out after taking it apart that the pin that is on the motor came loose from the pump so i replaced the pin and works fine now. only proble is, is how do you keep the pin from falling out again ???

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Toolmonger » Blog Archive » Husky Jumper Pack Saves The Day — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:04:49 +0000

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By: David

David — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 03:12:41 +0000

Hey all. I’ve a question. Has anyone just lost the ability to check the charge using the button? I noticed it wasn’t lighting up when it was charging (as it should do) then realized once it was charged, that I couldn’t check the charge level….nothing lights when I press the button. Anyone else have that problem?

By: Zach

Zach — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:18:43 +0000

It looks like the compresser is the weak link. Mine mysteriously stopped working alltogether about a month ago, then when I brought it in from the garage to get the S/N etc, to give Husky/Home Depot a call, it fired right up. I supposed it could have been cold, but it’s summer here and my garage hasn’t dipped below 70 degrees.

It also seems that from an 120V outlet will stop powering some devices when the votage meter gets down to around 11.

Other than that, it’s a nice unit.

By: Reid

Reid — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 02:48:48 +0000

I have enjoyed using my HSK038 Portable POwer System unit, the 3 or 4 time since I purchased it a year ago. Great AC/DC system, area light, jump start, and once or twice as tire inflator. However, the compressor/inflator unit now refuses to work; no power, sound, pressure on guage, or output occuring, I will endeavor to reach the HUSKY POWER PRODUCTS toll-free PH nbr.(800) 916-7004 tomorrow (9/12/08). I like the unit, but am troubled that the compressor has malfunctioned at this point. (I can’t locate the fuses referred to in the owner’s manual). Anyone have any ideas pertaining to my query? Thanks. Reid

By: Lynn Cress

Lynn Cress — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:08:06 +0000

We bought the Husky portable AC/DC power system. It’s smoking when you use the compressor(burning wire smell). According to Husky website, they do not have a model HSK037…Home Depot says I have to bring it in and they’ll send out for repair. 800# says take to store and they’ll replace. No # found to speak to Husky directly. Suggestions? Have others had this problem?

By: Ron

Ron — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 19:55:11 +0000

For John Conant

Had the same problem, just purchase an extended stem which are longer at the top and it will work fine. It will thread onto your existing steam. Autozone or one of the others and they are cheep.

By: Ron

Ron — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 19:39:31 +0000

Best bet is Batteries Plus, they usually can match or offer a sub.

http://www.batteriesplus.com/

They may have already did such a replacement and could help.

By: Henry

Henry — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 01:25:32 +0000

anyone know how to replace the battery on this Husky ? It ’s well built and cleverly engineered, but I can’t figure out how to open, and replace battery. The instruction book recomends taking into into the shop, but Husky now owned by B&D, who no longer makes this model and will not fix it. this machine is a quality pieces of equipment a shame to throw it out .

By: celso vargas

celso vargas — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 17:50:05 +0000

HY I BUY HUSKY PORTABLE AC/DC POWER SYSTEM AND I TRY TE GET THE WARRANTY WATH I HAS TO DO TO GET THAT WARRANTY
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By: John Conant

John Conant — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 15:17:11 +0000

I unfortunately have two unusable power packs. I cannot use the first one I bought because the part that fits over the tire stem gets stuck on the stem. I was able to remove it with great difficulty. It ruined the stem on the tire. The second one I bought is also tough to get off. I cannot use it now because the latch handle that locks it on the stem broke. I have had to go back to use my 20 year old portable Campbell-Hausfield compressor when I need air. What a disappointment.

By: David

David — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 09:09:08 +0000

This is my first- time blog entry (I’m totally new to blogs).
I found the Husky portable power system at my local homeDepot (I haven’t bought one yet - I’m on a budget).
This power system is much larger than any I’ve recently seen on the automotive market.
Husky doesn’t specify on its packaging how long a single charge lasts, for say powering a vehicle.
The tool blog which I’m commenting on doesn’t specify this either. Is there anyone who has further experience with this power unit, who has used it for longer durations?
I own a kiln (Its heat capacity rated at 2.900*F) that I haven’t used as yet since I bought it. Is the Husky portable power system strong enough to handle such an appliance?
Can the “Toolmonger” Blog answer this question?

By: Nate Bezanson

Nate Bezanson — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 05:40:34 +0000

The chargers included with these packs, whether they’re external wall-warts or built-in, are generally unregulated. (The exception being Xantrex products, which are nicely overengineered.) Leaving any battery connected to an unregulated power supply will overcharge it. An occasional carefully controlled overcharge is an “equalizing charge” and is a good idea, but aside from that, disconnect the charger as soon as it’s done.

If you’re talking about walking out to the gate-opener with the Husky and clamping it on to transfer charge into the opener’s battery, that’ll work but it’ll never get the recipient battery up to 100% charge. Every few months, bring the opener battery into the house and connect it to a “12 volt” wallwart for a topping-off. Even so, spending most of its time at low state-of-charge will shorten the opener battery’s lifespan.

A much, much better option would be to get a small solar panel and a charge controller. If it’s shady there, you can even put the panel some distance from the opener, since the currents involved are so small the voltage drop in the connecting wires should be minimal. (18ga landscape-lighting cord is great in this application.) The charge controller is essential to keep the battery from overcharging, but once you’ve got it all hooked up, you should be set for years.

By: c'est moi

c'est moi — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 01:53:58 +0000

Can a jumpstarter unit like this also be used as a trickle charger if needed?

I want to get one of these Huskys, but right now I also have gate opener battery that needs a trickle charge on a setting of 12 volts dc and 2 amps or less. It would be great if this could do the job.

By: Joe

Joe — Fri, 29 Dec 2006 23:29:20 +0000

Just bought one with a Home Depot gift card. One thing that was mentioned was that lead-acid batteries are damaged if they’re stored with less than 80% charge (point 2 in the first post). The manual advised to charge for 24 hrs before using, but I noticed right away when I plugged it in to charge, that the battery was full, so it seems these are shipping with enough of a charge to keep them “healthy” until you buy one. I hope this unit works as well as some of the reviews have said it does. I’ll report back if the compressor breaks.