VEC1086 A
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CHARGING IF BATTERY IS OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE
a) Check polarity of battery posts- For top-mounted battery posts, the positive post (marked POS, P, +) usually has a larger
diameter than the Negative battery post (marked NEG, N, –). For side-mounted battery terminal connections the
Positive terminal is red, the Negative terminal is black.
b) Attach a 24-inch (minimum length) 6 AWG insulated battery cable to the Negative battery post (marked NEG, N, -).
c) Connect the Positive (RED) battery clamp to the Positive battery terminal (marked POS, P, + or red).
d) Stand as far back from battery as possible, and do not face battery when making final connection.
e) Carefully connect Negative (BLACK) charger clamp to the free end of the battery cable connected to the negative
terminal. Connect the charger's power cord to a grounded 110/120VAC power outlet (refer to Appendix A for
approx. charge times).
f) Set charger's charge rate to appropriate setting according to battery size.
g) When charging is complete, disconnect cables and clamps in reverse order from which they were connected.
CHARGING TIMES
The VEC1086 A, fully automatic battery charger will automatically adjust the charge rate as the battery charges and stops
charging when the battery is fully charged. If you require some estimate of the time it takes to charge a battery refer to
Appendix A (page 9) for these details.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
With minimal maintenance, the Vector VEC1086 A 2/4/6A Smart Battery Charger will provide years of dependable service.
• After each use, clean the battery charger clamps - be sure to remove any battery fluid that will cause corrosion
of the copper clamps.
• Clean the outside case of the charger with a soft cloth and, if necessary, mild soap solution.
• Keep the charger cords loosely coiled during storage to prevent damage to the cords. Do not use charger if cords or
clamps have been damaged in any way - call Vector Technical Support Department toll-free: (866) 584-5504 for
replacement cords/clamps.
Deep cycle batteries may need longer charging time. It is recommended to repeat the charging cycle
a second time beginning with the 2A rate.
