Vector BD032806, VEC415 User Manual

100 Watt

Slim Power Inverter

with USB Charging Port

VEC415

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

Toll Free: [phone]

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TWO YEAR LIMITED W

ARRANTY 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 (866)
584-5504 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 “VEC415” as Model and “100 Watt Slim Power Inverter” 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] • FAX: [phone] •

WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE.

BD032806

© 2006 VECTOR MANUFACTURING

MADE IN CHINA

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IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNINGS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, EXPLOSION OR INJURY:

• Do not connect to AC distribution wiring.

• Remove appliance plug from outlet strip or turn off inverter before working on the
appliance. Multiple outlet power strips with switches and circuit breakers only
interrupt power to the “hot” receptacle terminals. The “neutral” terminals remain
powered with respect to the “ground” terminals.

• NOT approved for ignition protected areas. Do not make any electrical connections
or disconnections in areas designated as IGNITION PROTECTED. This includes DC
cigarette lighter type plug connection or airplane adapter.

• Do not operate the

VEC415

near flammable materials, fumes or gases.

• Provide adequate ventilation and refrain from placing items on or around the
inverter during operation.

• Proper cooling is essential when operating the inverter. Do not place the unit near
the vehicle’s heat vent or in direct sunlight.

• NEVER immerse the unit in water or any other liquid, or use when wet.

• DO NOT insert foreign objects into the AC outlet or the USB charging port.

• DO NOT attempt to connect or set up the unit or its components while operating your
vehicle. Inattention to the road may result in a serious accident.

• This is not a toy — keep away from children.

• INSTALL AND OPERATE UNIT ONLY AS DESCRIBED IN THIS USER’S MANUAL.

CAUTIONS

1. Always use the inverter where there is adequate ventilation. Do not block ventilation slots.

2. DO NOT use the inverter near flammable materials or in locations that may accumulate flammable
fumes or gases.

3. ALWAYS turn the inverter OFF by disconnecting it from the DC accessor y outlet when not in use.

4. DO NOT expose to extreme heat or flames.

5. Make sure the nominal powering voltage is 12 volts DC, center connection positive (+).

6. Do not use with positive ground electrical systems*. Reverse polarity connection will result in a
blown fuse and may cause permanent damage to the inverter and will void warranty.

*The majority of modern automobiles, RVs, trucks and boats are negative ground.

7. This inverter will not operate high wattage appliances or equipment that produce heat, such as hair
dryers, microwave ovens and toasters.

8. This inverter is not tested for use with medical device.

9. Do not open the Inverter — there are no user-serviceable parts inside.

Read This User’s Manual Before Using This Unit.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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