Vector Vec 251, AirPro VEC251 User Manual

VEC251

USER’S MANUAL

& WARRANTY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJUR

Y, USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND
THIS INSTRUCTIONAL MANUAL. THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INFORMA

TION REGARDING THE OPERA

TION AND WARRANTY OF THIS

PRODUCT. PLEASE RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

4140 S.W

. 30th A

ve., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

T

oll Free: 866-584-5504

Air Compressor

with 2-LED Work Light

Corded • Cordless• Rechargeable

www.vectormfg.com

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 Products, Inc., regarding this product. There is no other warranty, other than
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hose 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 Products, Inc. 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.
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ncidental and consequential damages are specifically excluded from coverage under this warranty.

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his 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 at 954-584-4446
or 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 ACTIV

ATION: Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Vector Products, Inc..
Enter “VEC251” as Model and “Airpro™ Rechargeable Air Compressor with 2-LED Work Light” 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 S.W. 30th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312

• TOLL FREE: 866-584-5504 • FAX: [phone] •

WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE.

BD061506

© 2006 VECTOR PRODUCTS, INC.

MADE IN CHINA

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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ntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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eatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Control and Function Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Charging/Recharging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Powering the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Powering the Unit Using the Rechargeable Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Powering the Unit Using the 12 Volt DC Power Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Inflating Items With a Valve Stem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Inflating Items Without a Valve Stem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Using the LED Work Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Fuse Replacement (12 Volt DC Power Adapter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Battery Replacement/Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on purchasing the VEC251 Rechargeable Air Compressor
with 2-LED Work Light. The Air Compressor offers the power of an advanced

high-pressure system, with the convenience of mobile use. The Air Compressor is
supplied with a standard tire valve chuck for filling auto, truck, bicycle and motorcycle
tires. Also included are two different Nozzles to inflate soccer balls, footballs and
other popular inflatables. These Nozzles are conveniently stored in a built-in Nozzle
Hatch.

The Air Compressor is powered by its own built-in rechargeable battery to be used
anywhere. The supplied standard 120 Volt AC Charger can be used to recharge the
battery when needed. Typically, up to three completely flat tires can be inflated before
the battery needs recharging. The unit can also operate from a standard 12 volt DC
electrical system found on most vehicles and boats, using the supplied DC Power
Adapter, if extended operating time in the field is required.

FEA

TURES

• Trigger Switch with Trigger Lock to allow hands-free operation

• Corded use — includes a DC Power Adapter for use with standard 12 volt DC
power sources

• Cordless use — includes a rechargeable, non-spillable, maintenance-free, heavy
duty

, sealed, high-density lead-acid batter

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•

Supplied 120 Volt AC Charger is UL safety tested and listed

• Battery Charging Indicator LED automatically activates during AC recharge

• Built-in clamps for storing Air Hose

• Backlit Analog Pressure Gauge to 120 PSI

• 2 Nozzles and Nozzle Hatch for storage

• Built-in long-life 2-LED Work Light

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNINGS

1. Wear protective goggles while operating these appliances. There is risk
of dust or dirt projectiles being released if the compressor hose or
nozzles are not clean when the compressor is turned on.

2. Do not direct air into eyes, ears, nose or other parts of the body.

3. Do not operate unit if there is any evidence of damage. Replace worn or
defective parts immediately — contact Vector

®

Customer Service

Department, toll-free, at 866-584-5504.

4. Make sure the AC Charging Adapter is kept away from water or
moisture during use. If recharging near water, make sure the 120 volt
AC outlet is GFCI protected.

5. Make sure all cords and adapter wires are placed so they are not tripped
over or damaged by pinching, abrading or cutting. Do not place wires
near moving objects, doors or sharp objects.

6. Never exceed recommended pressures — bursting articles can cause

serious injury. Always check pressure with the pressure gauge.

7. There are no user serviceable parts. The only replaceable parts are the
AC Charging Adapter, the 12 Volt DC Power Adapter and the 12 Volt DC
Power Adapter fuse.

8. Never use air compressor near flammable liquids, gas or open flames.

9. Keep working area well lit.

10. Never cover unit while it is operating.

CAUTIONS

1. When operating the Air Compressor using an external DC power source, make sure the voltage is
rated at 12 volts DC. DO NOT OPERATE WITH 6 VOLTS OR 24 VOLTS.

2. Do not use the Air 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.

3. Make sure the built-in battery is fully charged before operating. Recharge for the recommended time
after each use, or every 60 days when not in frequent use, to extend battery life. For immediate
use, attach the 12 Volt DC Adapter and operate the unit from an external 12 volt DC source.

4. Do not expose the unit to heat or direct sunlight.

5. Do not charge the battery when it is at or above 122°F (50°C). Allow the unit to cool before
charging.

6. To avoid over-inflation, carefully follow instructions on articles to be inflated.

7. Never leave the unit unattended while in use.

8. Do not use accessories that are not supplied or recommended by the manufacturer for use with this
unit.

9. Do not carry this unit by its cords or adapters as this can cause damage.

10. Never submerge the unit in water or any other liquid. See “Care and Maintenance” on page 4 for
cleaning instructions.

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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