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5. Carefully connect Negative (BLACK) charger clamp to the free end of the bat-

tery cable connected to the negative terminal. Connect the charger's power

cord to a grounded 110/120VAC power outlet.

6. Set charger's charge rate to appropriate setting according to battery size.
7. 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.

Pressing the 2/4/6 Amp button selects the desired charge rate. The selected Charge

Rate is indicated by a lit vertical LED bar. 
Once clamps are connected, AC is connected and there is no reverse polarity condi-

tion, press the 2/4/6 Amp button and the charger will begin charging at 2 Amps

after the “battery condition pre-test” is complete. Pressing the 2/4/6 Amp button a

second time will advance the charge rate to 4 Amps, a third time to 6 Amps. Pressing

the button a forth time will turn OFF the charger output and display 

000

. To return to

2 Amps press the Charge Rate button.

Digital Display

ON/OFF 

2/4/6

Amp

Polarized Plug

Alternator

Check 

Fault

Power

Alternator

Good

Figure 3 - Charger Controls and Indicators

Summary of Contents for Jump 'n Charge VEC12B

Page 1: ...04 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 BEFORE RETURNING THIS...

Page 2: ...e 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 per sons and will void warranty 3 To reduce ri...

Page 3: ...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 short circuit current high enoug...

Page 4: ...level can be viewed when the charge status pushbutton is pressed A 12 volt DC power accessory outlet is provided for use with appli ances that can operate from a vehicle 12 volt DC accessory outlet T...

Page 5: ...nsfer 3 Stage Three Top Off Charge voltage is automatically maintained and reduced to a predetermined level while current is adjusted for a safe effective 100 battery charge step down regulation mode...

Page 6: ...ery being charged gases from battery will corrode and damage charger 3 NEVER allow battery acid to drip on charger when reading specific gravity or fill ing battery 4 NEVER operate charger in a closed...

Page 7: ...ns as follows ensuring a good con nection if there is a mistake the Reverse Polarity Indicator will light NEGATIVE GROUNDED VEHICLE Connect the POSITIVE RED charger clamp to the POSI TIVE POS P batter...

Page 8: ...mp button selects the desired charge rate The selected Charge Rate is indicated by a lit vertical LED bar Once clamps are connected AC is connected and there is no reverse polarity condi tion press th...

Page 9: ...ge time by 10 to ensure full charge In most cases battery charge times will vary depending on age and condi tion of battery Smaller batteries should be charged at the lower rate 2 Amps and add an extr...

Page 10: ...LED will light If FAULT LED light comes on we recommend that you take your battery to a cer tified automotive service center for evaluation BATTERY NOT ACCEPTING A CHARGE Make sure that the charger i...

Page 11: ...fully charged FUL will be displayed NOTE Small 12 volt DC batteries such as those used in motorcycles garden tractors ATVs jet skis and snowmobiles can be damaged by high charge rates ALWAYS select t...

Page 12: ...centers scrap metal dealers and retailers who sell automotive replacement lead acid starter batteries For more information on recycling this battery call toll free 877 288 7722 12 Volt DC Power Sourc...

Page 13: ...ving metal vehicle component or body part Never clamp directly to negative battery terminal or moving part If the audible alarm sounds the polarity is not correct Reverse the connections 4 Procedure f...

Page 14: ...rate IMPORTANT Make sure all switches are turned off during recharging Recharge unit fully after each use WARNING Do not recharge for more than 3 4 hours maximum using 12 volt DC method OPERATION FOR...

Page 15: ...t 15 14 Power tools bilge pump 24 10 Car vacuum 80 2 NOTE All times are approximate and based upon a fully charged unit EMERGENCY AREA LIGHT The Area Light is controlled by an ON OFF switch Make sure...

Page 16: ...n shipping charges LIMITATIONS This warranty does not cover accessories bulbs fuses and batteries defects resulting from normal wear and tear including chips scratches abrasions discoloration or fadin...

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