Vector VEC012POB User Manual

LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM

This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this product, and it sets forth all the
responsibilities of Power On Board 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 Power On Board 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 Power On Board.
Enter “VEC012POB” as Model and “Jump-Start System” 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:

TWO YEAR

ATTN.: CUSTOMER SERVICE

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

• TOLL FREE: [phone] • FAX: [phone] •

WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE.

© 2006 VECTOR PRODUCTS, INC.

MADE IN CHINA

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VEC012POB

Jump-Start System

12 Volt DC Power Supply

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.

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

Toll Free: [phone]

www.vectormfg.com

WARNINGS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

4. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, do not expose this unit to rain. Store
indoors.

Battery Safety

1. When working with lead acid batteries, always make sure immediate assistance is available in
case of accident or emergency.

2. 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.

3. There is a risk of releasing explosive gases when lead acid batteries are charged or discharged.
Failure to follow instructions may cause property damage and/or personal injury.

4. When connecting the battery clamps to a discharged battery and an alarm sounds — the clamp
connections are incorrect and need to be reversed.

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 allow RED and BLACK clamps to touch each other or another common metal conductor —
this could cause damage to the unit and/or create a sparking/explosion hazard.

10. a. For negative-grounded systems (most common), connect the POSITIVE (RED) clamp to the
POSITIVE ungrounded battery post and the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the vehicle chassis or
engine block away from the battery. Do not connect the clamp to the carburetor, fuel lines or
sheet-metal body parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.

b. For positive-grounded systems, connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to the NEGATIVE

ungrounded battery post and the POSITIVE (RED) clamp to the vehicle chassis or engine block
away from the battery. Do not connect the clamp to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet-metal body
parts. Connect to a heavy gauge metal part of the frame or engine block.

11. Always disconnect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) jumper cable first, followed by the POSITIVE (RED)

jumper cable, except for positive grounded systems.

12. Do not expose battery to fire or intense heat since 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).

13. Do not smoke or use flammable items (matches, cigarette lighters, etc.) while working on a vehicle’s

battery system.

14. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO JUMP-START A FROZEN BATTERY.

15. Place this unit as far away from the battery as DC cables permit.

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

17. Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be damaged if vehicle battery is jump-

started. Before jump-starting, read the vehicle’s owners manual to confirm that external-starting
assistance is suitable.

Inflator Safety

1. Never attempt to disable or block the inflation and deflation ports while pump is operating.

2. Never cover unit at any time.

3. Never leave the pump unattended while in use.

4. Never allow sand, small rocks or other debris to be sucked into the inflation or deflation ports.

5. RISK OF INJURY: Never look into or point the inflator port opening toward anyone’s eyes. Do not
direct air stream at body.

6. Do not use the compressor continuously for longer than 15 minutes. Extended use will cause it to
overheat and can damage the product. After 15 minutes of continuous use, turn the unit OFF and
wait 15 minutes before resuming operation of the compressor.

7. DO NOT overinflate objects or exceed manufacturer’s recommendations for pressure on objects to
be inflated.

Personal Safety

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.

CAUTIONS

• 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 outlet 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 need more than 5 amps to operate from the 12 volt DC
accessory outlet.

• This system is designed to be used only on vehicles with a 12 volt DC batter y system. 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 vehicle battery. Do not attempt to operate
a vehicle that does not have a battery installed.

• Excessive engine cranking can damage a vehicle’s starter motor. If the engine fails to start after the
recommended number of attempts, discontinue jump-start procedures and look for other problems that
may need to be corrected.

• Although this unit contains a non-spillable batter y, 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. Contact the Customer Service Department at
[phone] to replace worn or defective parts.

• Do not drop this unit as it may damage the product. If unit is dropped or damaged, please discontinue
using it.

• Never submerge this unit in water.

• Store indoors. Do not operate unit in rain or snow, or use when wet.

• Do not operate this unit in a closed area or restrict ventilation in any way.

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

Read This User’s Manual Before Using This Unit.

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