Vector Start-It VEC021APC Owner's Manual & Warranty

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Summary of Start-It VEC021APC

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    1 owner’s manual & warranty information vec021apc this manual contains important information regarding safety, operation, maintenance and storage of this product. Before using, read and understand all cautions, warnings, instructions and product labels, plus your vehicle’s battery manufacturer guide...

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    2 contents 1. Introduction ....................................................................................... 5 2. Using vector™ as a jump-start system ......................................... 5,6 2.1 easy, step-by-step jump-starting instructions ................................... 7,8 3. Char...

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    3 safety information warning: (warning statements identify conditions or practices that may result in personal injury or loss of life) 1) when working with lead acid batteries, always make sure immediate assistance is available in case of accident or emergency. 2) always use protective eyewear when ...

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    4 caution: (caution statements advise against certain conditions and practices that may result in damage to vehicles, appliances and/or the vector ® jump-starter) important: although this unit is delivered in a partially charged state, you must fully charge it with the supplied 110/120 volt ac charg...

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    5 1. Introduction congratulations on selecting the vector ® jump-starter, air compressor and 12 volt dc power supply. This compact jump-starter is unique in the amount of energy it can supply for its size. The internal battery is a high density sealed, lead-acid battery that stores and delivers ener...

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    6 9 10 14 15 16 figure 1a (front view) figure 1b (rear view) 1. Reverse connection indicator 2. Good connection indicator 3. 12 volt dc accessory socket with 20 amp overload protection 4. Battery level push button 5. Led charging/battery level indicators 6. Heavy-duty welding quality jumper cables 7...

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    7 2. Using the vector ® as a jump-start system warning: 1. Before using this system to jump-start any vehicle or boat, read and understand all instructions, safety tips, warnings, cautions and first aid information provided in this manual and on the product labeling. Additional important information...

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    8 2.1 easy, step-by-step jump-starting instructions 1. Turn off vehicle ignition and all accessories (radio, a/c, lights, cell phone, etc.). Place vehicle in park and set the emergency brake. 2. Remove booster clamps from protective holster (figure 2): simply squeeze the handles and pull down on the...

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    9 first aid: • skin: if battery acid comes in contact with skin, rinse immediately with water, then wash thoroughly with soap and water. If redness, pain, or irritation occurs, seek immediate medical attention • eyes: if battery acid comes in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately for a minimum o...

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    10 3.2 12 volt dc charging 1. Insert one end of the dc/dc charging adapter into the 12 volt dc accessory receptacle on the vehicle or boat. 2. Insert the plug at the other end of this charging adapter into the 12 volt dc accessory socket receptacle on the front panel of the unit. 3. Charge the unit ...

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    11 6. Air compressor/tire inflator important: read instructions carefully to avoid possible injury or property damage. The built-in 12 volt dc air compressor is the ultimate compressor for all vehicles, trailer tires and recreational inflatables. Three different sized nozzles are supplied. Each nozz...

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    12 important: always leave the thumb latch in the open position when storing unit. 6.3 inflating other articles (without valve stem) inflation of other items requires use of one of the adapters (nozzles). 1. Open the hatch and remove the nozzles noting their storage positions. 2. Insert appropriate ...

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    13 7.1 bulb replacement tools needed - small phillips screwdriver. 1. Unscrew (counterclockwise) and remove two phillips screws. 2. Remove the lens cover. 3. Remove the burned-out bulb. 4. Replace with a new bulb (12 volt 0.2 amp krypton bulb). 5. Snap the lens cover back into place. 6. Replace (clo...

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    14 two 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 those described herein. This vector manufacturing,...

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    16 © 2002 vector manufacturing, ltd. • ft. Lauderdale, fl 33312 made in china vec021apc manual 10/02 12/3/02, 10:57 am 16.