Black & Decker VEC012BBD User Manual

VEC012BBD

USER’S MANUAL

& WARRANTY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION, SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND
THIS INSTRUCTIONAL MANUAL. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INFORMATION REGARDING THE OPERATION AND WARRANTY OF THIS
PRODUCT. PLEASE RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

www.vectormfg.com

4140 S.W. 30th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 U.S.

Toll Free: [phone]

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START-IT

®

Jump ’n Charge

™

Smart™Battery Charger/Jump-Star ter

with 450 Instant Starting Amps

12 Volt DC Power Supply • LED Emergency Area Light

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM

This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this product, and it sets forth all the
responsibilities of Vector Manufacturing, regarding this product. There is no other warranty, other than
those described herein. Any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on
this product is limited in duration to the duration of this warranty.

This Vector Manufacturing product is warranted, to the original purchaser only, to be free of defects in
materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase without additional charge. The
warranty does not extend to subsequent purchasers or users. Manufacturer will not be responsible for
any amount of damage in excess of the retail purchase price of the product under any circumstances.
Incidental and consequential damages are specifically excluded from coverage under this warranty.

This product is not intended for commercial use. This warranty does not apply to damage to units from
misuse or incorrect installation/connection. Misuse includes wiring or connecting to improper polarity
power sources.

RETURN/REPAIR POLICY: Defective products may be returned to manufacturer. Any defective product
that is returned to manufacturer within 30 days of the date of purchase will be replaced free of charge.
If such a product is returned more than 30 days but less than two years from the purchase date,
manufacturer will repair the unit or, at its option, replace it, free of charge.

If the unit is repaired, new or reconditioned replacement parts may be used, at manufacturer’s option.
A unit may be replaced with a new or reconditioned unit of the same or comparable design. The
repaired or replaced unit will then be warranted under the terms of the remainder of the warranty
period. The customer is responsible for the shipping charges on all returned items. During the warranty
period, manufacturer will be responsible for the return shipping charges to the customer in the United
States.

LIMITATIONS: This warranty does not cover accessories, such as charging adapters, bulbs, fuses and
batteries, damage or defects resulting from normal wear and tear (including chips, scratches, abrasions,
discoloration or fading due to usage or exposure to sunlight), accidents, damage during shipping to our
service facility, alterations, unauthorized use or repair, neglect, misuse, abuse, failure to follow
instructions for care and maintenance, fire, flood and Acts of God.

If your problem is not covered by this warranty, call our Technical Support Department toll free at (800)
618-5178 for general repair information and charges if applicable. You may also contact us through
our website at www.vectormfg.com.

STATE LAW RIGHTS: This warranty gives you specific legal rights. Some states do not allow limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the exclusions or limitations stated herein may not apply. This warranty gives the purchaser
specific legal rights; other rights, which vary from state to state, may apply.

TO REQUEST WARRANTY SERVICE FOR THIS PRODUCT: Contact Technical Support by telephone, fax
or mail (see below). We suggest that you keep the original packaging in case you need to ship the unit.
When returning a product, include your name, address, phone number, dated sales receipt (or copy)
and a description of the reason for return and product serial number. After repairing or replacing the
unit, we will make every effort to return it to you within four weeks.

WARRANTY ACTIVATION: Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Vector
Manufacturing. Enter “VEC012BBD” as Model and “START-IT

®

Jump ’n Charge™” as Product Type. All
Vector products must be registered within 30 days of purchase to activate this warranty. Mail the
completed registration form, along with a copy of the original sales receipt, to:

ATTN.: CUSTOMER SERVICE

4140 SW 30th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

• TOLL FREE: [phone] •

WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE.

BD020106

© 2006 VECTOR MANUFACTURING

MADE IN CHINA

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8. Use charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. It is not intended to supply power to a low­voltage electrical system other than in a starter-motor application. Do not use the battery charger
for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries may
burst and cause injury to persons and damage property.

9. THIS UNIT IS NOT FOR USE BY CHILDREN AND SHOULD ONLY BE OPERATED BY ADULTS.

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 a minimum of 15 minutes

and seek immediate medical attention.

Power Cord Safety

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) as a safety feature. This plug will
fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the
extension cord. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

Preparing to Charge

1. Determine voltage of battery to be charged by referring to the vehicle manual.

2. If it is necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, or to clean terminals, always remove
grounded terminal from battery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to
cause an arc.

3. Clean battery terminals. Do not allow corrosion to come in contact with eyes.

4. Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level specified by battery manufacturer.
This helps purge excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery without cell caps
(maintenance free), carefully follow manufacturer's charging instructions.

5. Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions, such as removing or not removing cell caps
while charging, and recommended rates of charge.

6. Area around battery should be well ventilated while battery is being charged. Gas can be forcefully
blown away by using a piece of cardboard or other nonmetallic material as a fan.

7. Make sure the initial charging rate does not exceed battery manufacturer’s requirement.

Charger Location

1. Locate charger as far away from battery as cables permit.

2. NEVER place charger directly above battery being charged; gases from battery will corrode and
damage charger.

3. NEVER allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading gravity or filling battery.

4. NEVER operate charger in a closed-in area or restrict ventilation in any way.

5. Marine batteries must be removed and charged on shore.

6. Do not set a battery on top of charger.

Connection Precautions

1. Connect and disconnect battery clamps only after disconnecting AC extension cord from unit.

2. Never allow clamps to touch each other.

3. Attach clamps to battery chassis as indicated in “Battery Installed in Vehicle” steps 5 and 6, and
in “Battery Outside of Vehicle” steps 2, 4 and 5.

Follow these steps when the battery is installed in a vehicle. A spark near the
battery may cause an explosion. To reduce risk of a spark near the battery:

1. Position AC and DC cords to reduce risk of damage by hood, door, or moving engine part.

2. Stay clear of fan blades, belts, pulleys, and other parts that can cause injury to persons.

3. Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE (POS, P, +) battery post usually has larger diameter than
NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) post.

4. Determine which post of battery is grounded (connected) to the chassis. If NEGATIVE post is
grounded to chassis (as in most vehicles), see 5. If POSITIVE post is grounded to the chassis, see 6.

5. For negative-grounded vehicle, connect POSITIVE (RED) clamp from battery charger to POSITIVE
(POS, P, +) ungrounded post of battery. Connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to vehicle chassis or
engine block away from battery. Do not connect clip to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body
parts. Connect to heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.

6. For positive-grounded vehicle, connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp from battery charger to
NEGATIVE (NEG, N, –) ungrounded post of battery. Connect POSITIVE (RED) clamp to vehicle
chassis or engine block away from battery. Do not connect clip to carburetor, fuel lines or sheet­metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.

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IMPORT

ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNINGS

1. RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GAS MIXTURES — WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A LEAD-ACID
BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASES DURING
NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE
THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING THIS UNIT, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW
THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

2. To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by
the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in
vicinity of battery. Review cautionary markings on these products and on engine.

3. This equipment employs parts (switches, relays, etc.) that produce arcs or sparks.
Therefore, if used in a garage or enclosed area, the unit MUST be placed not less
than 18 inches above the floor.

NOTE:
This unit is delivered in a partially charged state – you must fully charge it before using
it for the first time. Initial 120 volt AC charge time should be for 48 hours. See page 9.

Battery Safety

1. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in
a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

2. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when
disconnecting charger.

3. Do not operate unit with damaged cord or plug; or if the unit has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Do not disassemble the unit; take it to a qualified
service technician when service or repair is required. Incorrect re-assembly may result in a risk of
electric shock or fire, and will void warranty.

4. To reduce risk of electric shock, disconnect the unit from any power source before attempting
maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls without disconnecting will not reduce this risk.

5. Jump-start procedures should only be performed in a safe, dry, well-ventilated area.

6. Always store battery clamps on the clamp tabs on the back of the unit when not in use. Never touch
battery clamps together. This can cause dangerous sparks, power arcing and/or explosion.

7. When using this unit close 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 parts.

8. Do not wear vinyl clothing when jump-starting a vehicle, friction can cause dangerous static­electrical sparks. Remove all jewelry or metal objects that could cause short circuits or react with
battery acid.

9. NEVER ATTEMPT TO JUMP-START OR CHARGE A FROZEN BATTERY.

10. Do not charge the battery while the engine is operating.

11. See operating instructions for length of charge information.

12. Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be damaged if vehicle battery is jump­started. Before jump-starting, read the vehicle’s owner’s manual to confirm that external-starting
assistance is suitable.

13. Never allow battery acid to come in contact with this unit.

14. Never submerge this unit in water; and do not expose it to rain, snow or use when wet.

Personal Safety

1. Another person should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when
you work near a lead-acid battery.

2. Fresh water and soap should be nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.

3. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working with a
battery. Acid, acid particles or corrosion may get into eyes. Immediately flood eye with cold water
(Eye Wash Station) for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention immediately.

4. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If redness, pain or
irritation occurs, seek immediate medical attention.

5. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine.

6. Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool onto battery. This might cause sparks
or short-circuit the battery or other electrical part, which can cause an explosion.

7. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when working with
a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to cause a
severe burn.

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7. When disconnecting charger, disconnect AC cord, remove clamp from vehicle chassis, and then
remove clamp from battery terminal.

8. Do not charge the battery while the engine is operating.

9. See operating instructions for length of charge information.

Follow these steps when the battery has been removed from a vehicle. A
spark near the battery may cause an explosion. To reduce risk of a spark
near the battery:

1. Check polarity of battery posts. POSITIVE post (marked POS,P, +) usually has a larger diameter than
the NEGATIVE battery post (marked NEG, N, –).

2. Attach a 24-inch (minimum length) 6 AWG insulated batter y cable to the NEGATIVE battery post
(marked NEG, N, –).

3. Connect the POSITIVE (RED) battery clamp to the POSITIVE battery post (marked POS, P, + or red).

4. Stand as far back from the battery as possible, and do not face battery when making final
connection.

5. Carefully connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clamp to the free end of the battery cable
connected to the NEGATIVE terminal.

6. Set the charge rate to appropriate setting according to battery size.

7. When disconnecting charger, always do so in reverse sequence of connecting procedure and
break first connection while as far away from battery as practical.

Note:

A marine (boat) battery must be removed and charged on shore. To charge it
on board requires equipment specifically designed for marine use. This unit
was NOT designed for such use.

Read This User’s Manual Before Using This Unit.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Using the Battery Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Charge Rate Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Automatic Float Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Alternator Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Approximate Charging Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Using the Jump-Starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Using the 12 Volt DC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Estimated 12 Volt DC Operation Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Using the Emergency LED Area Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Charging/Recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Battery Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Display Indications/Common Problems/Possible Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the

Black & Decker 2/6/10 Amp Smart™Battery

Charger/Jump-Starter.

The Jump-Starter is a compact, durable, portable jump­start system for vehicles and boats that have a standard 12 volt battery system. This
self-contained, rechargeable system will start most vehicles and boats without the
need for a host vehicle or 120 volt AC power supply.

The

VEC012BBD

can also be used as a safe, portable source of 12 volt DC
electric power for use with 12 volt DC cordless, rechargeable products and DC/AC
power inverters.

The unit’s long-life LED Emergency Area Light provides proper lighting for changing
a tire or connecting the unit to a battery.

The Battery Charger has a high charge rate of up to 10 amps, and low charge
rate of 2 amps. It is designed for charging only 12-volt lead-acid batteries —
conventional automotive, maintenance-free, marine deep cycle and gel — used in
cars, farm equipment, boats, RVs and SUVs, lawn mowers/garden tractors,
motorcycles, personal watercraft, snowmobiles, ATVs and various applications.

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.

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