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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 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 year from the date of purchase without additional charge. The warranty does not extend to 

subsequent purchasers or users. Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. 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 accessories or damage to units

from misuse or incorrect installation. Misuse includes wiring or connecting to improper polarity power sources.

RETURN/REPAIR POLICY

: Defective products, other than accessories, may be returned postage prepaid to Vector

Manufacturing. Any defective product, other than accessories, that is returned to Vector Manufacturing 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 five year from the purchase date, Vector Manufacturing 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 Vector Manufacturing’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 after 30 days. During the warranty period, Vector Manufacturing, Ltd.

will be responsible for the return 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 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 at (954) 584-4446 or 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 Vector Manufacturing Technical Support by telephone, fax

or mail. 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 Vector Manufacturing. Enter

“VEC1093 A” as Model and 12V Automatic Battery Charger 2/10/20/40A as “Product Type”. All Vector

Manufacturing, Ltd. products must be registered within 10 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 / VECTOR MANUFACTURING, Ltd.

4140 SW 28th Way, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312 

PH: 954-584-4446 • TOLL FREE: 866-584-5504 • Fax: 954-584-5556. 

You may also contact us at our web site www.vectormfg.com.

WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND NON-REFUNDABLE.

VEC1093 A

REV101103

Summary of Contents for VEC1093 A

Page 1: ...ord 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 Pins on plug of extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of plug on charger b Extension cord is properly wired and in good elec...

Page 2: ...e plugged into a properly installed and grounded 110 120VAC outlet in accordance with all local codes and ordinances See Figure 1 This battery charger is for use on a 110 120VAC circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug shown in FIGURE 1A If a properly grounded outlet is not available a temporary adapter like the adapter shown in FIGURE 1B may be used to connect this plug to a two ...

Page 3: ...ect charger clamps only when AC cord is unplugged 2 Never allow clamps to touch each other 3 Attach clips to battery posts and check for a secure connection This will hold the clamps securely and helps to reduce risk of sparking FOLLOW THESE STEPS WHEN BATTERY IS INSTALLED IN VEHICLE A SPARK NEAR BATTERY MAY CAUSE BATTERY EXPLOSION TO REDUCE RISK OF A SPARK NEAR BATTERY a Position AC and DC cords ...

Page 4: ...tion charge the charging voltage remains constant while the actual charging current is reduced to allow for the maximum proper internal chemical energy transfer 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 Ideal for topping off batteries that have been ...

Page 5: ...ode that once started continues for 24 hours and then stops A series of electrical pulses breaks the crystalline form of lead sulfate to return these chemicals into useful battery electrolyte More than 24 hours may be needed to restore If 5 cycles does not improve battery performance discontinue and re cycle the battery 2 10 20 40A allows the user to select the charger rate based on battery size T...

Page 6: ...bed below FIGURE 5 and on the back of charger FIGURE 5 Below the Digital Display are series of four LEDS that light on the following conditions FAULT Lights when any of several faults are detected see F01 through F05 Codes as described above If the Fault LED lights refer to TROUBLESHOOTING for details REV POLARITY Lights when clamps are incorrectly connected to battery terminals CHARGING COMPLETE ...

Page 7: ...riate setting 2 10 20 40A according to battery size POSITIVE GROUNDED VEHICLE Connect the NEGATIVE BLACK charger clamp to the NEGATIVE NEG N ungrounded battery post Then connect the POSITIVE RED battery clamp to the vehicle chassis or engine part away from the battery Do not connect the clamp to the carburetor fuel lines or sheet metal body d Plug battery charger power cord into grounded AC power ...

Page 8: ...utton switch immediately places the charger in the 40 amp charge mode 2 The digital display will countdown to 000 This initial charge on the battery makes sure that the battery is able to take a charge 3 When the 000 count is reached the Start Your Engine LED lights This means the high current circuit is enabled and will energize when the engine starts cranking 4 Crank the engine using manufacture...

Page 9: ...each use clean battery charger clamps be sure to remove any battery fluid that will cause corrode copper clamps Clean outside case of charger with a soft cloth and if necessary mild soap solution Do not allow liquid to enter the charger Do not operate when charger is wet Store charger cords loosely coiled to prevent damage to the cords Do not use charger if cords or clamps have been damaged in any...

Page 10: ... time was allowed for check table in Appendix A page 11 for approximate charging times VERY COLD BATTERY If the battery to be charged is extremely cold in temperatures less than freezing 0º C 32º F it cannot accept a high rate of charge so the initial charge rate will be slow The rate of charge will increase as the battery warms CHARGER FAILS TO CHARGE AND DISPLAYS AN F02 CODE This can mean severa...

Page 11: ...S 20 AMPS 1 HRS 1 5 HRS 3 HRS 3 5 HRS 40 AMPS NR NR NR NR For Charging Batteries 80 to 100 AH Not Recommended for more than 1 hour Not Recommended because of the 18 hour charge time The times shown in the chart above are approximate and refer to an average automotive battery For smaller batteries the charge time should be adjusted using the formula shown below and adding 1 hour to the time calcula...

Page 12: ...ITATIONS This warranty does not cover accessories bulbs fuses and batteries 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...

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