Vector VEC021AC, VEC023, VEC021 User Manual

VEC021/021AC

INDUSTRIAL SERIES™ 900

JUMPSTART SYSTEM & POWER SUPPLY

PORTABLE, CORDLESS, RECHARGEABLE 12-VOLT DC* POWER SUPPLY

COMPLETELY PORTABLE, SAFE & CONVENIENT

*INCLUDES INSTRUCTIONS FOR 110-VOLT AC POWER OPTION

(MODEL VEC023 INVERTER: INCLUDED WITH MODEL VEC021AC; NOT INCLUDED WITH MODEL VEC021)

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. BEFORE USE, READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL CAUTIONS, WARNINGS, INSTRUCTIONS AND PRODUCT LABELS, PLUS YOUR VEHICLE’S

BATTERY MANUFACTURER GUIDELINES. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN POSSIBLE INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

OWNER’S MANUAL

4140 S.W. 28th WAY

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33312

TABLE OF CONTENTS

	FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		2
1.	INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		4
2.	USING THE INDUSTRIAL 900™ AS A JUMPSTART SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		5
	2.1	Easy, Step-by-Step Jumpstarting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	5
	2.2	Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
	2.3	Battery disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
3.	EMERGENCY/WORK LIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		7
4.	CHARGING/RECHARGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		7
	4.1	110-Volt AC Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	7
	4.2	12-Volt DC Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	7
	4.3	Recharging Times/Estimated Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8

5.1 TO USE THE INDUSTRIAL 900™ SYSTEM

AS A 12-VOLT DC POWER SUPPLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

5.2 TO USE THE INDUSTRIAL 900™ SYSTEM

AS A 110-VOLT AC POWER SUPPLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

6.	SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		10
7.	REPLACEMENT PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		10
8. OPTIONAL VEC023 POWER FORCE 150 WATT INVERTER™ FOR USE WITH THE			10
	INDUSTRIAL SERIES™ 900 JUMPSTART SYSTEM & POWER SUPPLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
	8.1	Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	11
	8.2	How the Vector™Power Force 150™ Inverter Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	11
	8.2.1	Principle of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12
	8.2.2	Power Force 150™ Output Waveform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12
	8.3	Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12
	8.3.1	Power Source Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12
	8.3.2	Connecting to Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	13
	8.3.3	Connection to Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	13
	8.3.4	Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	13
	8.3.5	Placement of the Power Force 150™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	14
	8.4	Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	14
	8.4.1	Rated Versus Actual Current Draw of Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	14
	8.4.2	Battery Operating Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	14
	8.5	Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	15
	8.5.1	Protective Features of the Power Force 150™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	15
	8.5.2	Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	15
	8.5.3	Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	16

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

WARRANTY
120 Day Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	18
3 Year Extended Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	19

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WARNINGS

WARNING STATEMENTS IDENTIFY CONDITIONS OR PRACTICES THAT MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

•WHEN WORKING WITH LEAD ACID BATTERIES, ALWAYS MAKE SURE IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE IN CASE OF ACCIDENT OR EMERGENCY.

•ALWAYS USE PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT: CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID MAY CAUSE BLINDNESS AND/OR SEVERE BURNS, BE AWARE OF FIRST AID PROCEDURES IN CASE OF ACCIDENTAL CONTACT WITH BATTERY ACID.

•THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES BEING RELEASED WHEN LEAD ACID BATTERIES ARE BEING CHARGED OR DISCHARGED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, EXPLOSIVE HAZARD, AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY.

•WHEN CHARGING UNIT FROM A 110-VOLT AC ELECTRICAL OUTLET IN ANY WET OR DAMP AREA, MAKE SURE THAT THE OUTLET USED IS PROTECTED BY A GROUND FAULT INTERRUPT (GFI) SWITCH.

•WHEN CHARGING THE UNIT NEAR WATER, DO NOT ALLOW THE ELECTRICAL CORDS AND OUTLETS TO GET WET OR COME NEAR WATER—ELECTRICAL SHOCK COULD RESULT!

•JUMPSTART PROCEDURES SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED IN A SAFE, DRY, WELL VENTILATED AREA.

•ALWAYS STORE BATTERY CLAMPS IN BUILT-IN HOLSTERS WHEN NOT IN USE. NEVER TOUCH BATTERY CLAMPS TOGETHER—THIS CAN CAUSE DANGEROUS SPARKS, POWER ARCING, AND/OR EXPLOSION.

•WHEN USING THIS UNIT IN PROXIMITY TO THE VEHICLE’S BATTERY AND ENGINE, STAND THE UNIT ON A FLAT, STABLE SURFACE, AND BE SURE TO KEEP ALL CLAMPS, CORDS, CLOTHING AND BODY PARTS AWAY FROM MOVING VEHICLE COMPONENTS.

•DO NOT WEAR VINYL CLOTHING WHEN JUMPSTARTING A VEHICLE—FRICTION CAN CAUSE DANGEROUS STATIC ELECTRICITY SPARKS. REMOVE ALL JEWELRY OR METAL OBJECTS THAT COULD CAUSE SHORT CIRCUITS OR REACT WITH BATTERY ACID.

•ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE (BLACK) JUMPER CABLE FIRST: FOLLOWED BY THE POSITIVE (RED) JUMPER CABLE.

•NEVER ALLOW RED AND BLACK CLAMPS TO TOUCH EACH OTHER OR ANOTHER COMMON METAL CONDUCTOR—THIS COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE UNIT AND/OR CREATE SPARKING/EXPLOSION HAZARD. ALWAYS STORE BATTERY CLAMPS IN BUILT-IN HOLSTERS WHEN NOT IN USE.

•DO NOT EXPOSE BATTERY TO FIRE OR INTENSE HEAT AS IT MAY EXPLODE. BEFORE DISPOSING OF THE BATTERY, PROTECT EXPOSED TERMINALS WITH HEAVY-DUTY ELECTRICAL TAPE TO PREVENT SHORTING (SHORTING CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR FIRE).

•DO NOT SMOKE OR USE INFLAMMABLE ITEMS (MATCHES, CIGARETTE LIGHTERS, ETC.) WHILE WORKING ON A VEHICLE’S BATTERY SYSTEM.

•KEEP UNIT OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN (WHETHER STORED, OR IN USE).

FIRST AID:

•SKIN: IF BATTERY ACID COMES IN CONTACT WITH SKIN, RINSE IMMEDIATELY WITH WATER, THEN WASH THOROUGHLY WITH SOAP AND WATER. IF REDNESS, PAIN, OR IRRITATION OCCURS, SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.

•EYES: IF BATTERY ACID COMES IN CONTACT WITH EYES, FLUSH EYES IMMEDIATELY—FOR MINIMUM OF 15 MINUTES—SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.

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CAUTIONS

CAUTION STATEMENTS ADVISE AGAINST CERTAIN CONDITIONS AND PRACTICES THAT MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO VEHICLES, APPLIANCES, THE INDUSTRIAL SERIES 900™ JUMPSTART SYSTEM AND/OR THE POWER FORCE™ INVERTER.

•IMPORTANT: ALTHOUGH THIS UNIT IS DELIVERED IN A PARTIALLY-CHARGED STATE - YOU MUST FULLY CHARGE IT WITH THE SUPPLIED 110-VOLT AC CHARGER FOR A FULL 24 HOURS, BEFORE USING IT FOR THE FIRST TIME.

•IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVERCHARGE UNIT, THIS WILL REDUCE BATTERY LIFE.

•USE ONLY THE SUPPLIED CORDS FOR RECHARGING/OPERATING THIS UNIT. DO NOT RECHARGE FOR MORE THAN 3-4 HOURS MAXIMUM USING 12-VOLT DC METHOD. RECHARGE UNIT AFTER EACH USE.

•ALL ON/OFF SWITCHES SHOULD BE IN THE OFF POSITION WHEN THE UNIT IS CHARGING OR NOT IN USE. MAKE SURE ALL SWITCHES ARE IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CONNECTION TO A POWER SOURCE OR LOAD.

•NEVER INSERT ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SUPPLIED POWER/RECHARGING CORDS OR RECOMMENDED APPLIANCE POWER/RECHARGING CORDS INTO THE 12-VOLT DC CHARGING/POWER SOCKET ON THIS UNIT. DO NOT USE ANY ACCESSORY THAT IS NOT RECOMMENDED OR PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER.

•DO NOT USE THIS UNIT TO OPERATE APPLIANCES THAT DRAW MORE THAN 10 AMPS.

•THIS SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO BE USED ONLY ON VEHICLES WITH 12-VOLT DC BATTERY SYSTEMS. DO NOT CONNECT TO A 6-VOLT OR 24-VOLT BATTERY SYSTEM.

•THIS SYSTEM IS NOT DESIGNED TO BE USED AS A REPLACEMENT FOR A VEHICULAR BATTERY. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO JUMPSTART A VEHICLE THAT DOES NOT HAVE A BATTERY INSTALLED.

•VEHICLES THAT HAVE ON-BOARD COMPUTERIZED SYSTEMS MAY BE DAMAGED IF VEHICLE BATTERY IS JUMPSTARTED. BEFORE JUMPSTARTING, READ THE VEHICLE’S OWNER’S MANUAL TO CONFIRM THAT EXTERNAL–STARTING ASSISTANCE IS ADVISED.

•EXCESSIVE ENGINE CRANKING CAN DAMAGE A VEHICLE’S STARTER MOTOR. IF THE ENGINE FAILS TO START AFTER THE RECOMMENDED NUMBER OF ATTEMPTS. DISCONTINUE JUMPSTART PROCEDURE AND LOOK FOR OTHER PROBLEMS THAT MAY NEED TO BE CORRECTED.

•ALTHOUGH THIS UNIT CONTAINS A NON-SPILLABLE BATTERY, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT UNIT BE KEPT UPRIGHT DURING STORAGE, USE AND RECHARGING. TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE THAT MAY SHORTEN THE UNIT’S WORKING LIFE, PROTECT IT FROM DIRECT SUNLIGHT, DIRECT HEAT, AND/OR MOISTURE.

•CHECK UNIT PERIODICALLY FOR WEAR AND TEAR. REPLACE WORN OR DEFECTIVE PARTS IMMEDIATELY - CONTACT VECTOR™ CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT [phone].

•DO NOT ATTEMPT TO JUMPSTART A FROZEN BATTERY.

•NEVER SUBMERGE THIS UNIT IN WATER.

•DO NOT USE INVERTER WITH POSITIVE GROUND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS (THE MAJORITY OF MODERN AUTOMOBILES, RVS, AND TRUCKS ARE NEGATIVE GROUND). NOTE: REVERSE POLARITY CONNECTION WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE JUMPSTART SYSTEM.

•THIS UNIT WILL NOT OPERATE APPLIANCES AND EQUIPMENT THAT PRODUCE HEAT, SUCH AS HAIR DRYERS, MICROWAVE OVENS, AND TOASTERS.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT:

IT IS RECOMMENDED TO RETURN UNIT TO VECTOR™ CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT: CONTACT [phone]

BATTERY DISPOSAL:

THIS UNIT CONTAINS A MAINTENANCE-FREE, SEALED, NON-SPILLABLE, LEAD ACID BATTERY WHICH MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. SOME STATES REQUIRE RECYCLING. DISPOSAL QUESTION? IN USA, CALL 1-800-RE-USE-PB (783-7372), OR VECTOR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT [phone].

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Congratulations on selecting the Vector™ INDUSTRIAL SERIES™ 900 JUMPSTART SYSTEM & POWER SUP-

PLY.

Please read this guide carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and avoid damage to the unit or items that you are using it with.

In addition to a built-in 12-volt power supply, the INDUSTRIAL 900™ JUMPSTART SYSTEM has several exclusive features that set it apart from other similar devices. Primarily, it includes a special, built-in mounting (Patent Pending) that allows for the simple, slide-in addition of a 110-volt AC power inverter (sold separately for Model VEC021; included with Model VEC021AC). This will allow you to upgrade the basic unit to run 110-volt AC devices, while still

maintaining the unit’s one-piece, compact styling.

The INDUSTRIAL 900™ JUMPSTART SYSTEM is a convenient, easy-to-carry, completely portable system that is perfect for emergency situations and remote locations - when jumpstarting assistance or permanent utility power sources are not available. It is also ideal for use with Vector™ 12-volt DC cordless, portable, rechargeable products.

For easy reference, this manual includes all information and specifications pertaining to the following Vector™ Model Numbers:

VEC021 INDUSTRIAL SERIES™ 900 JUMPSTART SYSTEM & POWER SUPPLY—Jumpstart System and 12-volt DC power supply.

Note: You can purchase a Vector™ Power Force 150™ inverter (sold separately) to upgrade this model to the same capabilities and specifications as the VEC021AC. (Contact Vector™ customer service for your newest retailer). Use the VEC021 to:

-Jumpstart

Any vehicle with a standard 12-volt DC battery system: boat, truck, car, airplane, RV, personal watercraft, snowmobile, tractor, etc.

-Operate: 12-volt DC

Fans, inflators, fluorescent work lights, cellular phones*, air compressors, inflators, spotlights, TVs, portable radios, cassette or CD players, and more. *Can quick-charge a cellular phone by using the phone’s 12-volt DC adapter cord.

VEC021AC INDUSTRIAL SERIES™ 900 JUMPSTART SYSTEM & POWER SUPPLY—Jumpstart System and 12-volt DC/110-volt AC power supply (this model includes the detachable VEC023 Power Force 150™ inverter). Use the VEC021AC as jumpstarter and 12-volt power supply (as above), PLUS:

Operate: 110-volt AC

Laptop computers and printers, fax machines, reading lamps, fans, small appliances and power hand tools (up to 1.5-amp), and more. Note: You can also Recharge: 110-volt AC: Small 110-volt AC devices (laptop computers, cellular phones, camcorders, power tool batteries) that have an appropriate recharging adapter with a 110-volt AC standard-type plug.

VEC023 Power Force 150™ inverter—included with Model VEC021 AC; sold separately for Model VEC021. This 150/300 watt power inverter is one in a series of the most advanced DC to AC inverters available today, providing a convenient, portable source of electricity for running 110-volt AC appliances or accessories in areas where permanent utility power is not available. Can be added to Model VEC021 for the additional convenience of a 110-volt AC power supply. Important information and specifications regarding the inverter are included in the back of this manual.

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VEC021/VEC021AC INDUSTRIAL SERIES™ 900 JUMPSTART SYSTEM & POWER SUPPLY

Figure 1.
2.	1.	10.	1.	12 VOLT DC CHARGER/
				OUTPUT SOCKET, WITH
		11.
				OVERLOAD PROTECTION
			2.	SAFETY ON/OFF POWER
		3.		SWITCH (NO KEY REQUIRED)
			3.	CHARGE STATUS BUTTON
			4.	HEAVY-DUTY #4AWG
				WELDING QUALITY
5.		9.		JUMPER CABLES
			5.	HEAVY-DUTY, 600 AMP
				COPPER CLAMPS
6.			6.	EXCLUSIVE, QUICK-RELEASE,
				SPRING-LOADED CABLE
				HOLSTERS
			7.	110 VOLT AC/DC
				CHARGER/POWER CORD
			8.	12-VOLT DC/DC
				CHARGER/POWER CORD
		8.	9.	BUILT-IN WORK/
4.				EMERGENCY LIGHT
			10.WORK/EMERGENCY LIGHT
				ON/OFF SWITCH
			11.L.E.D. CHARGING/BATTERY
				STATUS INDICATORS
7.

Figure 2.

1. BUILT-IN MOUNTING

(PATENT PENDING) FOR VEC023 POWER INVERTER

2. BUILT-IN CORD STORAGE

3. LOCK-IN/RELEASE BUTTON

4. VEC023 150 WATT POWER INVERTER SLIDE-IN MOUNTING