Vector VEC1098A User's Manual & Warranty Information

Summary of VEC1098A

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    Vec1098a user’s manual & warranty information important safety information, save these instructions to reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand this instructional manual. This manual contains important information regarding the operation and warranty of this product. Please retain fo...

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    If a properly grounded outlet is not available, a temporary adapter (like the adapter shown in figure1b) may be used to connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. Danger — before ...

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    5. For negative-grounded vehicle, connect positive (red) clamp from battery charger to positive (pos, p, +) ungrounded post of battery. Connect negative (black) clamp to vehicle chassis or engine block away from battery. Do not connect clip to carburetor, fuel lines, or sheet-metal body parts. Conne...

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    3 controls and indicators function buttons: battery type (step 1) allows the user to select wet, gel or agm type of battery for an efficient and safe charge. Most automotive batteries are wet batteries. Refer to the battery manufacturer’s specifications for battery type. 4/15/30/50 amp (charge rate ...

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    5 operating instructions ensure that all installation and operating instructions and safety precautions are understood and carefully followed by anyone installing or using the charger. Follow the steps outlined in “important safety instructions” at the front of this manual. Battery voltage selection...

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    7 4. Remove battery from vehicle. Make sure that the battery has good ventilation. The process causes the release of hydrogen and oxygen. An accumulation of these gases presents a real danger of explosion. 5. Open the battery cap, if removable. 6. Fill the battery with distilled water according to t...

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    9 approximate charging times the 50/30/15/4 amp smart battery charger will automatically adjust the charge rate as the battery becomes charged and stop when the battery is fully charged. Deep cycle batteries may require longer charging time. For estimates of the time it takes to charge a 12 volt bat...

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    10 troubleshooting display indications/common problems/possible solutions no functions • check and make sure the charger is plugged into a live 110/120 volt ac outlet. • follow the steps outlined in the operating instructions section. F01 — internal shorted cell battery if the battery being charged ...