My TopVision Jump Battery DIED - but I fixed it

One of my TopVision jump batteries finally quit working and I discovered that the wimpy circuit board CONNECTORS were the culprit. They're about the cheapest and lowest quality connectors available and TopVision should be ashamed for using them.

The fix is pretty easy. But after looking at this problem, I'm frankly surprised that more of these units don't break. After I fixed it, it's working fine.

If you unit will not turn on, I encourage you to call AND email TopVision about it. You will need your ORDER NUMBER if you call for support.

[lzh]

Good video. I liked. I saw Scotty Kilmer recommended this product. Thanks for taking the time to diagnose the issue. Hope the company sees this video.

[Ricktpt]

I have two of them, bought based on the Amazon reviews as well. Molex connectors aren't shockproof. I have some vintage Mac Amplifiers that use them on their meter boards and after having heard a huge number of erroneous explanations about intermittent/stuck needle behaviors (both from Mac and supposed experts associated with them on the Internet) I discovered it wasn't dirt on the needle or dried up lubricant on the meter bearing, but that exact type of Molex connector. A big relief for me, I can tell you that much. What else I've learned (on many electronic repairs) is sometimes it's just, plain unsexy, "doesn't need your O-scope" OXIDATION. DeOxit D5/G5 is our (way too expensive) friend. It shouldn't handicap the outputs on a widget like this, but it can affect the innards where your Molex connectors reside. Good Fix, sharp eye! Thanks!

[jamesdodds]

This actually helped me diagnose my JA300 lokithor. After watching your video I went to my device which was not displaying anything or seeming to charge.

I smacked it and the screen came right on and it showed it was fully charged and functioning.

I guess I should exchange it and hope for one that isn't damaged.

[TheBenjamess]

I bought one of these just in case and have had to use it four times. Saved my bacon that day. Plus you don't have to walk around the gas station and ask for a jump. I think it a good product and I hope the manu. see this video and makes a change to the connection. Just one little fix and this could be the best jump starter ever.

[danjoe]

Awesome video. I've got one of these so I will watch out for that and if I happen to lose power like you did I will know what to check. Way to go!

[KingsportMan]

That's a good jump starter. I bought that jump starter because of Scotty Kilmer. He's a mechanic on YouTube. He really liked that TopVision jump starter. That's one the best jump starters for the price. The Chinese do produce some of the cheapest electronics that I've ever seen. My computer was made in China. I had to replace the hard drive shortly after I bought the computer. I finally decided to buy one of those TopVision jump starters last week. Last month, the battery in my car went dead because of the cold weather. I called a friend to help jump start my car. I live in an apartment complex. He was barely able to find enough space so that he could park in front of my car and use the jumper cables. He couldn't park beside my car. The parking lot was full of parked cars.

[ksw]

My topvision has a different problem. When I charge it to 100% and then use it to jump a dead battery it doesn't work. Just get a click from the car. Meter shows 86%. Used it to charge my cell phone, works for a couple minutes then goes dead. My experience says stay as far away from topvision as you can.

[YouLookinAtMe-Bro]

Another great video bro.
That's so cool you mentioned that stretch Armstrong, I noticed that on your desk right off the bat.
Me and my brother each had one when we were little.
I sacrificed mine to curiosity, and we cut him open, and purple gel oozed out all over the place.
Fortunately we were outside so we were able to hide the evidence of the slaughter with a little dirt and leaves. Lol
Thanks for sharing!👍✌️

[philmcintosh]

Thanks for taking the time to post this. Could be invaluable.

[rcplaneguy]

Problem is, with this one there is no way to force a boost mode for a really dead 12v battery. In other words if your 12v battery is really down, the top vision will not detect it, and not turn on, won’t supply 12v for a start.

[leodavis]

Good video 👍
Just ordered one because the one I had not the same brand began swelling…not good

[billybob]

Nice detective work. Thanks for the video.

[KyleTrice]

I’ve got the same issue, intending on doing this repair and returning with my results.

[shelley]

I just ordered 3 of these for all my vehicles. Crossing my fingers that they all work when I charge them. I was hoping to find the Audew which just barely creeped ahead of the TopVision by a few volts output according to the testing done in another channel and less expensive as well. But definitely is no slouch as well. Great video, thanks for posting it.

[DragonFire-wb]

I washed mines in the washing machine it work for three days after then stop can u help me?

[robdrum]

I have a Baseus 12000ah jump starter. I stopped using it for 6 months, now it won't charge. Can you tell me if I can fix it?

[reuvenrosenbloom]

Hi mike i just bought a top vision ET06 jump battery. The box lists the number of starts at 50 times. I tried to contact the company to ask the total amount of possible jump starts the unit is rated at before i start to use it. Do you havw any comments. Thanks for your wonderful vidios i really appreciate them. If i can give any help with pesticides contact me. BLESSINGS TO YOUR FAMILY

[EndlessSims]

How do I charge up the car battery charger unit box it’s self?

[BTL.]

Had one. It wouldn't charge anymore. It's under 1 yr old. Contact the company and they did send a replacement which is good. But before hand they said it's depleted and i need to use a charger that is 18w or higher. Well i used a 20w charger on it, it keeps blinking and still won't charge. After 10hrs it still won't charge. They also said you need to charge it every 2-3 months. Hmmmm. Without using it and you still have to charge it every 2-3months. I understand battery will slowly drain if not used. I have another brand, gooloo, and that jumper have been used 3, 4x. Been fully charged and in the car for the past 6 months without dropping charge. No need to recharge, only to check battery level once in awhile to see. But i dont. Been 6months and last i checked, fully charged. So, I'd say look at that brand over topvision. Gooloo is the one you want.

[hughgreentree]

I got mine apart and tried this solution; it did not work. I know the battery is powered to 100% because I charged it right before the connector or the control panel died. Such is life. I don't suppose there is a place where I can buy the connector cable and/or a new on switch board?