Vector VEC078 User Manual

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AUTOMATIC BATTERY CHARGER

OWNER’S MANUAL & WARRANTY INFORMATION

12 VOLT 2/12 AMPERE WITH 100 / AMPERE START ASSIST

AND MANUAL 6 VOLT 15 AMPERE BATTERY CHARGE

1. WORKING IN 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 YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS
MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY.

2. To reduce risk of batter y explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery

manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of battery.

GENERAL BATTERY SAFETY:

Review cautionary marking on these products and on engine.

1. Use charger for charging a LEAD-ACID battery only. It is not intended to supply power to a low voltage
electrical system other than in an automotive application. Do not use battery charger for charging dr y­cell batteries that are commonly used with home and portable appliances. These batteries may burst and
cause injury to persons and damage to proper ty.

2. 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.

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

4. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper extension cord
could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure:
a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those

of plug on charger.
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and
c. That wire size is AWG #16 (16 gauge) for up to 25 feet; AWG #12 (12 gauge) for up to 50 feet;

AWG # 10 (10 gauge) for up to 100 feet; and AWG # 8 (8 gauge) for up to 150 feet.

5. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug - replace the cord or plug immediately.

6. Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any
way; take it to a qualified serviceman.

7. Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when ser vice or repair is required.
Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

8. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk.

9. Do not expose charger to rain or snow.

10. Never charge a frozen battery

• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS-

This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for batter y charger Model VEC078

4140 S.W. 28th Way, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] Toll Free: [phone]

www.vectormfg.com

VEC078

VECTOR “GOLD SEAL” 2/4 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, Ltd., regarding this product. There is no other warranty, other than those described herein.

This Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. 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. This warranty may be extended to four
years from date of purchase by paying an Extended Warranty fee (see below). The warranty does not extend to subsequent
purchasers or users. Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. 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 accessories or damage to units from
misuse or incorrect installation. Misuse includes wiring or connecting to improper polarity power sources.

RETURN/REPAIR POLICY: Defective products, other than accessories, may be returned postage prepaid to Vector
Manufacturing. Any defective product, other than accessories, that is returned to Vector Manufacturing 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, Vector Manufacturing will repair the unit or, at its option, replace it free of charge. If The
Extended Warranty was activated, this repair or replacement period extends to four years from the purchase date.

If the unit is repaired, new or reconditioned replacement parts may be used, at Vector Manufacturing’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, Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. will be responsible for the return shipping
charges.

LIMITATIONS: This warranty does not cover accessories, 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 Technical Suppor t Department at [phone] or Toll Free
(866)-584-5504 for general repair information and charges if applicable.

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 Vector Manufacturing Technical Support by telephone,
fax or mail. 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 replacing the unit, we will retur n it to you within four weeks.

WARRANTY ACTIVATION: Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Vector Manufacturing. If activating
Additional Extended Two Year Warranty, (total four years) enclose check or money order for $30.00 Enter “VEC078” as
Model and Battery Charger as “Product Type”. All Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. products must be registered within (30) days
of purchase. To activate this warranty, mail completed registration form, a copy of the original sales receipt and required
fee (if activating extended warranty) to:

All Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. 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.: REPAIR / VECTOR MANUFACTURING, Ltd.

4140 SW 28th Way, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

954-584-4446 • Toll Free 866-584-5504 • Fax:[phone]

WARRANTY MUST BE PURCHASED WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PRODUCT PURCHASE DATE.
WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND NON-REFUNDABLE.

Please activate my Limited Warranty for Model VEC078
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

APPENDIX A - CHARGING TIMES

To calculate the approximate charging time required to fully charge a batter y, it is necessary to determine
the specific gravity (or, percent of battery charge) using a hydrometer. Use this technique, if battery vent
caps can be removed. Check each cell. If there is one cell with a very low specific gravity compared to
the other cells, there is probably a shorted cell in the batter y. Replace the battery.

The following chart converts hydrometer readings into percent of charge values.

Specific Gravity Percent of Charge Percent of Charge Needed

(Hydrometer Reading) In Battery By Battery

1.265 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100% . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0%

1.225 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75% . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25%

1.190 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50% . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50%

1.155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25% . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75%

1.120 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0% . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100%

Refer to the chart below for approximate charging times.

PERCENT OF CHARGE 75% 50% 25% 0%

2 AMPS/12 VOLTS 6.5 HRS 12 HRS 18 HRS 23 HRS
15 AMPS/12 VOLTS 1.5 HRS 2 HRS 3.0 HRS 3.5 HRS
15 AMPS/6 VOLTS 1.8 HRS 3.0 HRS 4.5 HRS 6HRS
The times shown in the chart above are approximate and refer to an average automotive batter y. For smaller

batteries, the charge time should be adjusted using the formula shown below and adding 1 hour to the time
calculated.

To estimate charging time for a discharged batter y, divide the AH rating of the battery by the charge rate
selected. This is the number of hours required to recharge the battery. For example, a 50 AH (12 volt)
battery is discharged to 10 volts. How long should it be charged at the 15 Amp rate? Divide the 50 AH by
15 AH. The answer is approximately 3.5 hours. A six-volt battery is considered discharged when it reaches

5.0 VDC. Always round up the charge time by 25% to ensure full charge. In most cases, battery recharge
times will vary depending on the age and condition of the batter y. Smaller batteries should be charged at
the lower rate (2 Amps) and add an extra hour to charge time.

APPENDIX B - SPECIFICATIONS

Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.75” (14.6 cm)

Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.25” (26.1 cm)

Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.25” (15.9 cm)

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17.7 lbs, 8.0 kgs.

Internal protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .self-resetting breaker

Reverse Polarity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .indicator LED

Charging complete (12 V FULL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .auto shut-off LED for 12 volt

Convenience features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Handle

Power Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120V AC, 60 Hz, 2.8 Amperes

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