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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Main Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
AC and DC Charging/Recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Viewing Battery Charge Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
120 Volt AC Charging/Recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
12 Volt DC Charging/Recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Using the Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Using the 2-LED Area Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Using the 12 Volt DC Accessory Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Using the Air Compressor/Inflator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Inflating Products With a Valve Stem Using the Compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Inflating Products Without a Valve Stem Using the Compressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Using the Inflator/Deflator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Battery Replacement/Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
DC Plug Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Operating Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing the
VEC280FPOB Power On Board
Rechargeable Inflator/ Spotlight
. This unit features a powerful quartz halogen
Spotlight, long lasting, 2-LED Area Light, High Pressure/High Volume Inflator Combo
and 12 Volt DC Portable Power Supply. It uses two powerful, proven-technology,
rechargeable, non-spillable, sealed, lead acid batteries for years of dependable use.
It was designed to be the most versatile and practical inflator/light for travel,
camping, picnicking, tailgate parties and boating. Extremely rugged construction
protects the unit from most vibration and shock damage. It is water and dust resistant.
FEATURES
• Powerful, pre-focused, replaceable quartz halogen spotlight
• Long-life, 2-LED, ultra bright area light
• 12 volt DC accessory outlet
• Built-in air compressor/inflator with pressure gauge, hoses and adapters
• Replaceable sealed lead acid battery
• Built-in 120 volt AC charger
• Fused 12 volt DC charging adapter
• Detachable storage bag
• LED battery charge level indicators
• Protective rubber safety guard (bezel) around lens
• Molded high-impact case is tough and durable
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POWER ON BOARD ONE 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 Power On Board, regarding this product. There is no other warranty, other than those
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 Power On Board product is warranted, to the original purchaser only, to be free of defects in
materials and workmanship for one year 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.
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 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 one year 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 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 ACTIVATION: Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Power On Board.
Enter “VEC280FPOB” as Model and “Rechargeable Inflator/Spotlight” 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 SW 30th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
• TOLL FREE: (866 ) 584-5504 • FAX: (954) 584-5556 •
WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE.
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