Vizio VEC080 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL AND

WARRANTY INFORMATION

THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY,

OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT. READ

CAREFULLY BEFORE USE, AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD

KNOW:

• Quick Disconnect Harness

• Two-Stage Charging

• DC Accessory Plug

• Battery Terminal Rings

• Battery Clips

VEC080

2 AMP/1AMP

BATTERY CHARGER

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES

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 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.

GENERAL BATTERY SAFETY

1. Use this charger for charging a 12 V LEAD-ACID battery only. It is not intended

to supply power to a low voltage electrical system other than in automotive
applications. Do not use this battery charger for other types of batteries, these
may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property.

2. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufac-

turer 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, and will
void warranty.

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 #18 (18 gauge) to 100 feet and AWG #16 for distances

over 100 feet.

5. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug - replace 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 service technician.

7. Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified service technician when serv­ice or repair is required. Incorrect re-assembly may result in a risk of electric
shock or fire, and will void warranty.

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, snow or use when wet.

10. Never charge a frozen battery.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two con­ditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS SAFETY

1. Another person should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to
your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.

2. Fresh water and soap should be nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, cloth­ing, or eyes.

3. Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while
working with a battery. Acid, acid particles or corrosion may get into eyes.
Immediately flood eye with cold water (Eye Wash Station) for at least 10 minutes
and seek medical attention immediately.

4. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water.

5. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine.

CAUTION: Dropping a metal tool onto battery might spark or short-circuit battery or

other electrical part that may cause explosion.

6. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches
when working with a lead acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short­circuit current high enough to cause a severe burn.

AC POWER CORD CONNECTION

Charger is equipped with an AC cord with a "polarized" plug. The plug must be
plugged into a properly installed 110/120VAC polarized outlet in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances. This battery charger is for use with a 110/120VAC
polarized plug ONLY.

DANGER: NEVER alter AC cord or plug – if it will not fit outlet, have proper outlet

installed by a qualified electrician. Improper connection may result in an
electric shock, and will void warranty.

PREPARING TO CHARGE

1. Determine voltage of battery by referring to car owner's manual.

2. If it is necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, or to clean terminals,

always remove grounded terminal from battery first. Make sure all accessories in
the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc.

3. Clean battery terminals. Do not allow corrosion to come in contact with eyes.

4. Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level specified by bat-

tery manufacturer. This helps purge excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill. For
a battery without cell caps (maintenance free), carefully follow manufacturer's
charging instructions.

5. Study all battery manufacturers' specific precautions, such as removing or not

removing cell caps, while charging and recommended rates of charge.

6. Area around battery should be well ventilated while battery is being charged.

7. Make sure the initial charging rate does not exceed battery manufacturers’

requirement.