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5.1 To Use The 

Industrial 900™

System As A 12-Volt DC Portable 

Power Supply

1. NOTE: Make sure that the unit ‘s safety ON/OFF switch is ALWAYS in the OFF position when using the 

12-volt DC accessory outlet.

2. Lift up the cover of the unit ‘s 12-volt DC cigarette lighter-type receptacle.
3. Insert the 12-volt DC plug from the appliance into the receptacle on the unit.
4. Switch on the appliance, as usual.

CAUTION: DO NOT USE THIS UNIT TO OPERATE APPLIANCES THAT DRAW MORE THAN 15 AMPS.

Table III shows the estimated 12-volt DC operation times when using a fully-charged system.

TABLE III. - INDUSTRIAL 900™ AS A 12-VOLT DC POWER SUPPLY

NOTE:ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE, AND BASED UPON FULLY CHARGED UNIT.

5.2 To Use The

Industrial 900™

System As A 110-Volt AC 

Power Supply

1.  IMPORTANT: Before using the unit as a 110-volt power supply, read the complete instructions, information and 

troubleshooting tips, pertaining to the inverter, in the back of this manual.

2. Make sure that the inverter ‘s power switch is in the OFF position before recharging or making any connection 

to power source or load.

3.  Line up the body housing on the Vector™ 

Power Force 150™

inverter (sold separately for Model VEC021; 

included with Model VEC021AC) with the mounting walls on the back of the I

NDUSTRIAL 900™

. Slide the 

inverter into place, from right to left. See Fig. (2) #4. 

4. Note the convenient built-in cord storage above the inverter mounting.
5. NOTE: Once inverter is properly in place, lock-in tab button will pop up, see Fig. (2) #3 (depress tab button 

to release and remove inverter).

6.  Remove the inverter‘s adapter cord from its storage compartment, and plug the cigarette lighter-type tip into 

the 12-volt DC receptacle on the front of the unit.

7. Plug the appliance‘s 110-volt plug into the corresponding socket on the inverter.
8.  Turn the inverter power switch to ON.
9.  Turn the appliance on, and operate as normal.
10. After use, unplug the inverter‘s adapter cord from the front of the unit and replace in the storage compartment.

WARNING: DO NOT RECHARGE FOR MORE THAN 3-4 HOURS MAXIMUM USING 12-VOLT DC METHOD.

1. NOTE: If unit is fully discharged, it is recommended that the vehicle being used for recharging be left running 

while the unit is being charged via the 12-volt DC method.

2. Insert one end of the DC/DC charging cord into the 12-volt DC cigarette lighter receptacle on the vehicle 

or boat. See Fig. 5 #3.

3. Insert the plug at the other end of this power cord (Fig. 5 #4) into the 12-volt DC receptacle on the front panel 

of the unit.

4. Charge the unit until the green CHARGED indicator is lit—DO NOT EXCEED 3-4 HOURS MAXIMUM.
5. Remove the power cord and store in a safe place.

4.3 Recharging
1.For maximum battery life, we recommend that the 

INDUSTRIAL 900™

system be kept fully charged at all times. If 

the battery is allowed to remain in a discharged state, battery life may be shortened. 

Note: Recharging battery after each use will prolong battery life; frequent discharges between recharges will reduce
battery life. Table I shows the relationship of the frequency of use between recharging and the expected number of
discharge/recharge cycles.

TABLE I. - ESTIMATED BATTERY LIFE

2.The time
required to fully

recharge the 

INDUSTRIAL 900™

system after jumpstarting an engine depends on how 

many jumpstarts are performed between recharging sessions. Table II shows the approximate recharging times 
to be expected.

TABLE II. - ESTIMATED RECHARGING TIMES BASED ON NUMBER OF JUMPSTARTS 

(OR DISCHARGES) PERFORMED SINCE LAST FULL CHARGING 

3.Note: Check the battery charge level by depressing the PUSH FOR STATUS switch. The L.E.D. display will show 

the level of the battery ‘s charge.

AVERAGE NUMBER OF USES

POTENTIAL TOTAL NUMBER 

(JUMPSTART OR DISCHARGES)

OF JUMPSTART OR DISCHARGE CYCLES 

BETWEEN RECHARGES

(LIFETIME OF UNIT BATTERY)

1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000+
5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 700+
10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500+

NUMBER OF

RECHARGING

NUMBER OF

RECHARGING

JUMPSTARTS . . . . . . TIME (IN MINUTES)

JUMPSTARTS.............TIME (IN MINUTES)

1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

4....................................32

2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

5 ...................................40

3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

6....................................48

APPLIANCE TYPE

ESTIMATED POWER

ESTIMATED USAGE

CONSUMPTION (IN WATTS)

TIME (IN HOURS)

CELL PHONE

3

35

FLUORESCENT LIGHT

4

30

RADIO, FAN, DEPTH FINDER 

21

CAMCORDER, VCR, SPOTLIGHT 

15

12

POWER TOOLS, BILGE PUMP

24 

7

ELECTRIC COOLER

48

3

AIR COMPRESSOR, CAR VACUUM

80

1.5

8

9

Summary of Contents for Industrial Series VEC021

Page 1: ...EL VEC023 INVERTER INCLUDED WITH MODEL VEC021AC NOT INCLUDED WITH MODEL VEC021 THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS PRODUCT BEFORE USE...

Page 2: ...RCE 150 WATT INVERTER FOR USE WITH THE INDUSTRIAL SERIES 900 JUMPSTART SYSTEM POWER SUPPLY 10 8 1 Introduction 11 8 2 How the Vector Power Force 150 Inverter Works 11 8 2 1 Principle of Operation 12 8...

Page 3: ...EHICLES APPLIANCES THE INDUSTRIAL SERIES 900 JUMPSTART SYSTEM AND OR THE POWER FORCE INVERTER IMPORTANT ALTHOUGH THIS UNIT IS DELIVERED IN A PARTIALLY CHARGED STATE YOU MUST FULLY CHARGE IT WITH THE S...

Page 4: ...players and more Can quick charge a cellular phone by using the phone s 12 volt DC adapter cord VEC021AC INDUSTRIAL SERIES 900 JUMPSTART SYSTEM POWER SUPPLY Jumpstart System and 12 volt DC 110 volt AC...

Page 5: ...OCCURS SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION EYES IF BATTERY ACID COMES IN CONTACT WITH EYES FLUSH EYES IMMEDIATELY FOR MINIMUM OF 15 MINUTES SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION FEATURES Heavy duty INDUSTRIAL...

Page 6: ...ey for longer than 5 6 seconds 6 After vehicle starts turn jumpstart system s power switch to OFF position Remove clamps disconnect the negative Black jumper cable first followed by the positive Red j...

Page 7: ...information SEALED LEAD BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY DISPOSAL QUESTION FOR USA CALL 1 800 RE USE PB 738 7372 OR VECTOR CUSTOMER SERVICE WARNINGS DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE BATTERY IN F...

Page 8: ...NG DO NOT RECHARGE FOR MORE THAN 3 4 HOURS MAXIMUM USING 12 VOLT DC METHOD 1 NOTE If unit is fully discharged it is recommended that the vehicle being used for recharging be left running while the uni...

Page 9: ...nd wherever you need it Simply plug the inverter directly into the INDUSTRIAL 900 12 volt DC socket to provide 110 volt AC power for almost any small household or electronic appliance including color...

Page 10: ...this circuit To ensure years of reliable service the power inverter must be installed and used properly Please read the installation and operating instructions thoroughly prior to installation and us...

Page 11: ...THAT PRODUCE HEAT SUCH AS HAIR DRYERS MICROWAVE OVENS AND TOASTERS 8 4 2 Battery Operating Time SEE TABLE IV ON PAGE 10 8 5 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 5 1 Protective Features of the Power Force 150 The Power F...

Page 12: ...n some inexpensive audio systems does not adequately filter the inverter s modified sine wave RECOMMENDATIONS Turn inverter switch OFF then ON again Repeat if necessary Recharge replace source battery...

Page 13: ...r 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 customer service facility at 9...

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