1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations
on selecting the Vector®
START-IT
JUMPSTART SYSTEM & 12-VOLT DC POWER SUPPLY.
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Please read this guide carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and avoid damage to the unit or items
that you are using it with.
The Vector®
START-IT
JUMPSTART SYSTEM & 12-VOLT DC POWER SUPPLY
is a compact, durable and portable
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jumpstart system for vehicles and boats that have a standard 12-Volt battery system. This self-contained, rechargeable system will start
most vehicles and boats without the need for a host vehicle or 110/120-volt AC power supply. It can also be used as a safe, portable
source of 12-volt DC electric power in remote locations and/or emergency situations. It is ideal for use with Vector® 12-volt DC
cordless, portable, rechargeable products and PowerForce® DC/AC Power Inverters. Use the
START-IT TM
to:
-Jumpstart
Any vehicle with a standard 12-volt DC battery system: boat, truck, car, airplane, RV, personal watercraft, snowmobile, tractor,
etc.
-Operate: 12-volt DC
Fans, inflators, fluorescent work lights, cellular phones*, air compressors, spotlights, TVs, portable radios, cassette or CD players
and more. *Can quick-charge a cellular phone by using the phone
*
s 1 2-volt DC adapter cord.
-Operate: Certain 11O/120-volt AC Accessories (requires DC to AC power inverter, sold separately)
The
START-IT
SYSTEM
has an easy-to-read, series LED (Light Emitting Diode) charge indicators that show when the unit is
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fully charged, or the level of charge in the battery. Charge level can be viewed when the charge status button is pressed. A 12-volt DC
cigarette lighter-type socket is provided for use with appliances that can operate from a vehicle cigarette lighter. This allows maximum
portability and utility when the
START-.IT
is used in remote locations.
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For maximum convenience, the
START-IT
can be recharged from any standard 110/120-volt AC or 12-volt DC power source using
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the built-in 12-volt socket and the appropriate charging/adapter cord. When pressed, the CHARGE STATUS button will show the
battery
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s power level status (from Low to Full). The green LED full indicator illuminates when the unit is fully recharged and charging
can be discontinued. An ON/OFF switch operates the built in work/emergency light.
WARNING:
Lead-acid batteries generate hydrogen gas during normal operation. More gas is generated when the battery is charging. Hydrogen gas
is: EXPLOSIVE
!
!
POISONOUS TO BREATHE
!
!
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE
To avoid an explosion and/or the possibility of being splashed with battery acid:
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NEVER allow the red and black clamps to touch each other or a common metal object.
!
ONLY attempt to jumpstart a vehicle or boat in a WELL ventilated area.
!
ALWAYS CONNECT THE RED
(+)
CLAMP TO THE POSITIVE
(+)
BATTERY TERMINAL FIRST.
!
DO NOT CONNECT THE BLACK (-) CLAMP TO THE NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY TERMINAL.
!
DO CONNECT THE BLACK
(-)
CLAMP TO A NON-MOVING METAL PART ON THE ENGINE.
CAUTIONS:
I. To avoid possible damage that may shorten the unit
*
s working life, protect this unit from direct sunlight, direct heat, and/or moisture.
2. This system is designed to be used ONLY on vehicles or boats with 12-volt DC battery systems.
3. This system is NOT designed to be used as a replacement for a vehicular battery.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE OF THE START-IT
JUMPSTART SYSTEM:
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WARNING:
NEVER insert anything other than the supplied power/recharging cords or recommended appliance power/recharging
cords into the charging/power sockets on this unit.
IMPORTANT: The safety ON/OFF switch should be in the OFF position when the unit is charging, or not in use.
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