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SMART AUTOMATIC

BATTERY CHARGER

12 VOLT 2/4/6 AMP CHARGE RATES

OWNER’S MANUAL & WARRANTY INFORMATION

• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •

WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES

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 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 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) to 100 feet and AWG #14 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

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, snow or use when wet.

10 . Never charge a frozen battery.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS:

This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger Model VEC1086 A

4140 SW 28TH WAY, FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33312 • TEL: 954-584-4446 • FAX: 954-584-5556 • TOLL-FREE 866-584-5504

VEC1086 A

California Proposition 65:

WARNING:

THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER OR REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Summary of content (10 pages)

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VEC1086 A SMART AUTOMATIC BATTERY CHARGER 12 VOLT 2/4/6 AMP CHARGE RATES OWNER’S MANUAL & WARRANTY INFORMATION • 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.
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PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS AND 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.
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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.
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INTRODUCTION AND FEATURES Thank you for selecting the Vector® Model VEC1086 A, 2/4/6 Amp 12 volt Smart Battery Charger. With proper care and use, it will give you years of dependable service. This model battery charger has a high charge rate of up to 6 amps, and low charge rate of up to 2 amps.
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FIGURE 2A FIGURE 2 4A LED INDICATOR FIGURE 2B 6A LED INDICATOR 2/4/6A Charge Rate Button Switch 2A LED INDICATOR Power LED Full LED Fault LED Reverse Polarity LED CONTROLS AND INDICATORS There are four (4) LED indicators and one button switch (select charge rate) that make up the controls and indicators for this charger. Refer to FIGURE 2. Three vertical push bar LEDs indicate the selected charge rate. A zero charge rate is indicated by unlit Charge Rate LEDs.
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FIGURE 3A FIGURE 3B (FRONT VIEW) (REAR VIEW) WARNINGS: • THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS IN THIS UNIT. • DO NOT OPEN THE UNIT. IT MUST BE RETURNED TO VECTOR FOR PROFESSIONAL TESTING AND REPAIR. OPENING THE UNIT WILL VOID THE MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY. WARNING: If battery size is not known, charge at the 2 Amp rate. DO NOT overcharge batteries. ALWAYS ensure that charge rate corresponds to the12 volt battery (size) being charged.
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CHARGING IF BATTERY IS OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE a) Check polarity of battery posts- For top-mounted battery posts, the positive post (marked POS, P, +) usually has a larger diameter than the Negative battery post (marked NEG, N, –). For side-mounted battery terminal connections the Positive terminal is red, the Negative terminal is black. b) Attach a 24-inch (minimum length) 6 AWG insulated battery cable to the Negative battery post (marked NEG, N, -).
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TROUBLESHOOTING – FAULT LED LIT NOTE: Charger will NOT operate on batteries below 4.0 Volts. If a 12 Volt battery is below 4.0 Volts it is probably shorted, open or sulfated. Replace the battery. The following conditions may light the FAULT LED: • Poor connection to battery (or frame) • Charging too fast - Decrease Charge Rate - Press 2/4/6A push button to select lower rate.
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APPENDIX A - CHARGING TIMES To calculate the approximate charging time required to fully charge a battery, 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. A cell with a very low specific gravity compared to the other cells probably means a shorted cell in the battery. Replace the battery. The following chart converts hydrometer readings into percent of charge values.
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VECTOR 5 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 five years from the date of purchase without additional charge.