VEC012B Jump ‘n Charge™ 12V Battery Charger and Jump Start System IF YOU SHOULD EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR VECTOR PURCHASE CALL TOLL FREE (866) 584-5504. IN MOST CASES A VECTOR SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE CAN RESOLVE YOUR PROBLEM OVER THE PHONE.
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.
7. Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified service technician when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly 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. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY 1.
AC POWER CORD CONNECTION This charger is equipped for use with an extension cord. The extension cord must be first connected to the charger’s polarized plug. Only then should the extension cord be plugged into a properly installed 110/120VAC outlet in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. This battery charger plug is for use with 110/120VAC ONLY. DANGER: NEVER alter the extension cord or plug – if it will not fit an outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
SMART BATTERY CHARGER The charger portion of the system is microprocessor-based and has three charge rate settings, controlled by one switch. (See Figure 1). 1. Stage One- Rapid Start Charge- delivers maximum charging amperage to “wake up” any serviceable 12 volt battery. When battery reaches a maximum safe predetermined voltage, the charger will automatically move into Stage 2 of the charging process. 2.
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. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes. 4. Add distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level specified by battery manufacturer.
5. For negative grounded vehicle, connect POSITIVE (RED) clamp from battery charger to POSITIVE (POS, P, +) post of battery. Connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp to vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not connect clip to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet metal body parts. Connect to heavy gauge metal part of frame or engine block. 6. For positive-grounded vehicle, connect NEGATIVE (BLACK) clamp from battery charger to NEGATIVE (NEG, N, -) ungrounded post of the battery.
5. 6. 7. Carefully connect Negative (BLACK) charger clamp to the free end of the battery cable connected to the negative terminal. Connect the charger's power cord to a grounded 110/120VAC power outlet. Set charger's charge rate to appropriate setting according to battery size. When charging is complete, disconnect cables and clamps in reverse order from which they were connected. OPERATION This Jump ‘n Charge system has three user selected charge rates; 2, 4 and 6 amps.
CHARGING TIMES The Charger will automatically adjust the charge rate as the battery charges and stops charging when the battery is fully charged. If you require some estimate of the time it takes to charge a battery refer to the chart below. PERCENT OF CHARGE 2 AMPS 4 AMPS 6 AMPS 75% 50% 25% 0% 7 HRS 3.5 HRS 2.5 HRS 13 HRS 6 HRS 5 HRS NR* 9 HRS 7 HRS NR* 12 HRS 9 HRS * Not recommended. The times shown in the chart above are approximate and refer to an average automotive battery.
Try charging another battery, if the FAULT LED does not light, then one of the above problems exists with the initial battery. Charger will not charge and the fan will not operate if there is a fault. Call Vector Technical Support toll free: (866) 584-5504. SULFATED BATTERY Batteries left in a discharged state for a long period of time are likely to become "sulfated". Sulfated batteries cannot accept a high rate of charge since the internal plates are coated with lead sulfate.
CHARGER CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Figure 3 shows the charger control panel of the Jump ‘n Charge system, and consists of: Digital Display - Displays FUL when battery is fully charged, and displays the Fault Codes listed on page 9. Polarized Plug - use with most household extension cords. 2/4/6 Amp pushbutton - Selects 2/4/or 6 amps . ON/OFF pushbutton - Selects Off/On Power LED - when lit indicates AC is applied to charger. Fault LED - when lit indicates one or more abnormal conditions exist.
WARNING • Do not dispose of the battery in fire as this may result in an explosion • Before disposing of the battery, protect exposed terminals with heavy-duty electrical tape to prevent shorting (shorting can result in injury or fire) • Do not expose battery to fire or intense heat as it may explode PR BA 12 Volt DC Power Source PR This unit contains a maintenance-free, non-spillable, sealed lead-acid battery.
READ AND OBSERVE ALL CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS STEP-BY-STEP JUMP-STARTING INSTRUCTIONS This Jump ‘n Charge system is equipped with an automatic ON/OFF function that only allows Jump ‘n Charge energy to flow when proper connections are made to the battery and frame. The automatic ON/OFF function works in conjunction with an audible reverse polarity alarm and a large red LED light. If inadvertent reverse polarity occurs, the alarm will sound and the red LED will light.
WARNING: Always disconnect the engine or frame jumper clamp first; followed by the battery jumper clamp. • There is a risk of explosive gases being released when batteries are charged or discharged. Failure to follow instructions may cause property damage, explosive hazard, and/or personal injury. • CHARGING/RECHARGING For maximum battery life, we recommend the Jump ‘n Charge be kept fully charged at all times. If the battery is allowed to remain in a discharged state, battery life will be shortened.
OPERATION AS A 12 VOLT DC PORTABLE POWER SUPPLY The 12 volt DC outlet provides 15 amps maximum current for 12 volt DC operated appliances. 1. Lift up the cover of the unit’s 12 volt DC accessory outlet (See Figure 2). 2. Insert the 12 volt DC plug from the appliance into the outlet on the unit. 3. Switch on the appliance, and operate as usual. CAUTION: DO NOT USE THIS UNIT TO OPERATE APPLIANCES THAT DRAW MORE THAN 20 AMPS DC.
2 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.
