Vector VEC1095A Owner's Manual - page 9
9
NOTE:
Do not charge the battery while waiting for the engine to warm. This will invalidate any alternator check.
The digital display should show the circulating pattern while the engine is warming. Do not turn on A/C or
the defroster system to load the alternator. These accessories may start operating during a test
sequence and give an invalid result.
MAINTENANCE
With minimal maintenance, the VEC1095A 2/10/25 AMP Smart Battery Charger will provide years of dependable service.
Follow these simple steps to maintain the charger in optimum condition:
• After each use, clean the battery charger clamps - be sure to remove any battery fluid that will cause corrosion of the cop-
per clamps.
• Clean the outside case of the 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.
• 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 to replace cords and clamps.
TROUBLESHOOTING - FAULT LED LIT
The following conditions may light the FAULT LED:
•
Poor connection to battery (or frame).
•
Charging too fast - Decrease Charge Rate - Press 2/10/25 AMP button to lower rate.
•
Charging too slowly - Battery is large and did not complete charging in 24 hours - Press 2/10/25 AMP to charge at a faster rate.
•
Shorted battery cell - Replace battery (F01).
•
Open battery Cell - Replace battery (F03).
•
Reverse Polarity LED Lit - disconnect AC then reverse clamp locations on battery and frame.
•
Internal overheat in charger- make sure fan is not blocked (F05).
Try charging another battery, if the FAULT LED does not light, then one of the above problems exists with the initial battery.
Charger will not charge and the fan will not operate if there is a fault. Call Vector Technical Support toll-free:
(866) 584-5504.
INTERNAL SHORT CELL BATTERY (F01)
•
If the battery being charged has an internal shorted cell, the FAULT LED will light.
•
If FAULT LED light comes on, Vector recommends you take your battery to a certified automotive service center for eval-
uation.
BATTERY NOT ACCEPTING A CHARGE
• Make sure that the charger is plugged into a "live" 110/120VAC outlet and Power LED is lit.
• Unplug charger and check battery connections - ensure that there is a good connection at the battery terminal and/or vehi-
cle chassis.
• Check that the correct charge rate was selected for the battery being charged.
• Ensure that enough charging time was allowed for-check table in (page 10) for approximate charging times.
NOTE:
Charger will NOT operate on batteries below 2.0 Volts. If a 12 Volt battery is below 2.0 volts it is prob-
ably shorted, open or sulfated and should be replaced.
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.
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHARGE A FROZEN BATTERY