Vector VEC020 User Manual

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.

VECTOR MANUFACTURING, Ltd.

4140 S.W. 28th Way

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

VEC020

4140 S.W. 28TH WAY, FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33312

TEL: [phone] • FAX: [phone]

www.vectormfg.com

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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM

All Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. products are warranted to the original purchaser only, for one year from the date of
purchase, to be free of defects in materials and workmanship. In no event will Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. be responsible for
any amount of damages beyond the retail purchase price of the product. All Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. products must be
registered within ten days of purchase. To activate this warranty, mail the completed registration form along with a copy of
the original sales receipt to the address shown below.

TERMS OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT: In the event of a defective unit, return the unit to us within one year of the date of
purchase, and we will repair or replace it, free of charge. If we repair the unit, we may use new or reconditioned replace­ment parts, at our option. If we elect to replace the unit, we may replace it with a new or reconditioned one of the same
or comparable design. The repair or replacement unit will then be warranted under the terms of our standard one year
warranty. The customer is responsible for shipping charges on all returned items. During the warranty period, Vector
Manufacturing, Ltd. will be responsible for the repair or replacement cost plus the return shipping charges.

LIMITATIONS: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability (an unwritten
warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use), are limited to one year from the purchase date. Vector Manufacturing,
Ltd. will not reimburse for loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of a product, or property damage caused by a product or
its failure to work, or any other incidental or inconsequential damages, including personal injury.

EXCLUSION: This warranty does not cover bulbs, fuses and batteries, 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
customer service facility at [phone] for general repair information and charges. This limited warranty is the only
one that applies to this product, and sets forth all the responsibilities of Vector Manufacturing, Ltd, regarding this product. There
are no warranties which extend beyond those described herein.

STATE LAW 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, var ying from state to state, may apply.

TO REQUEST WARRANTY SERVICE FOR THIS PRODUCT: Within 30 days of the purchase date, return the unit, along with
the dated sales receipt, to the place of purchase for immediate replacement. After 30 days, but within the one year
warranty period, you may return the product to the address shown below. We suggest that you retain the original
packaging in case you need to ship the unit. When returning a product, include your name, address, phone number, dated
sales receipt and a description of the reason for return. After repairing or replacing the unit, we will return it to you
within four weeks.

VECTOR MANUFACTURING, Ltd.

4140 S.W. 28th WAY

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33312

Please activate my Limited Warranty for Model VEC020
I have enclosed a copy of the original sales receipt.

Name________________________________________________________________________________________________
Street Address_________________________________________________________________________________________
City________________________________________ State______________________ Zip code___________________
Phone________________________ Fax___________________________ E-mail ______________________________

Item Purchased _________________________________ Date of Purchase _____________________________________
Store Where Purchased __________________________ UPC Number from package (12 digits)___________________

All Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. products must be registered within (10) 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

VECTOR MANUFACTURING, LTD.

4140 S.W. 28th WAY

FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33312

SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNINGS

WARNING STATEMENTS IDENTIFY CONDITIONS OR PRACTICES THAT MAY

RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

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

2. Protective eyewear must be worn 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 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.

4. Make sure the Safety Switch is Off before connecting battery clamps to discharged
battery. This will enable the polarity alarm to function.

5. When connecting the batter y clamps to a discharged battery, and an alarm sounds,
do NOT turn on the Safety Switch - the polarity is reversed. Interchange battery clamps
before turning the Safety Switch ON.

6. When charging unit from a 110/120 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.

7. 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!

8. Jumpstart procedures should only be performed in a safe, dr y, well-ventilated area.

9. Always store batter y clamps in built-in holsters when not in use. Never touch battery
clamps together; this can cause dangerous sparks, power arcing, and/or explosion.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. Always disconnect the negative (Black) jumper cable first; followed by the positive

(Red) jumper cable.

13. 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.

14. 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 injur y or fire).

15. Do not smoke or use inflammable items (matches, cigarette lighters, etc.) while

working on a vehicle’s battery system.

16. Keep unit out of reach of children (whether stored, or in use).

FIRST AID:

1. 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.

2. EYES: If battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately for a minimum

of 15 minutes; seek immediate medical attention.

8. SPECIFICATIONS

Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VEC020

Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 VDC

Boost Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 Instantaneous Cranking Amps

Peak Ampere Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .900 Peak Amps

Battery Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sealed, high energy density lead-acid,

rechargeable, maintenance-free,

12 volt DC, 15 Amp-hour

Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 volt 0.2 Amp Krypton

Booster Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .#6AWG welding cable with

350 Amp copper clamps

Accessory Socket Self-Resetting Breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Amps

Charging Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 volt DC

Adapter/Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110/120 Volt AC (500mA,

12 Volt DC Output)

Reverse Polarity Detection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5 Volts (min)

HEIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.5 in. (21 cm)

DEPTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.0 in (12.5 cm)

WIDTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.8 in(24.5 cm)

WEIGHT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.7 Lbs (4.84 Kg)

9. REPLACEMENT PARTS

For replacement parts (bulbs, batteries, fuses, etc.), contact Vector®Customer Service:
[phone].

BULB REPLACEMENT
Tools needed - small Phillips screwdriver. Replacement bulbs are available from Vector

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Customer Service Department; call [phone] ext. 19.

1. Unscrew (counterclockwise) and remove two Phillips screws.

2. Remove the lens cover.

3. Remove the burned-out bulb.

4. Replace with a new bulb (12 volt 0.2 amp Krypton bulb) available from Vector

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Customer Service Department; call [phone] ext. 19

5. Snap the lens cover back into place.

6. Replace (clockwise) the screws and carefully tighten. Do not over tighten!

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