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VEC095
ElectroMate
™
1000 WATT
Electronic
Generator
110 Volt AC, 12 Volt DC Portable Power Supply
OWNER'S MANUAL
& WARRANTY INFORMATION
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 GUIDELINES.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
4140 SW 28th Way, FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
Tel: 954-584-4446 • TOLL-FREE: 866-584-5504 • Fax: 954-584-5556
www.vectormfg.com
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Page 1: Warranty Information
VEC095 ElectroMate ™ 1000 WATT Electronic Generator 110 Volt AC, 12 Volt DC Portable Power Supply OWNER’S MANUAL & WARRANTY INFORMATION 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 GUIDELINES. -
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
B. Connect positive (+) red clamp to vehicle chassis or a solid, non-moving, metal vehicle component or body part. DO NOT clamp directly to positive battery terminal or moving part. 13. Replace worn or defective parts immediately - contact Vector Technical Support Department at (954) 584-4446 or toll-free (866) 584-5504. •... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
C o n t e n t s 1. INTRODUCTION --------------------------------------------------------------- 4 2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION -----------------------------------------------5,6,7 2.1 Additional Key Features ---------------------------------------------- 7 2.2 Applications --------------------------------------------------------- 7,8 3. USING ELECTROMATE™ AS A JUMP-START SYSTEM ---------------- 8 3.1 Jump-start Procedure ------------------------------------------------- 8 4. -
Page 4: Introduction
1 . I N T R O D U C T I O N Congratulations on selecting the Vector ElectroMate™ Model VEC095 Auxiliary AC/DC Power System. ElectroMate is an advanced power and jump-start system with unique features that set it far above the value and utility of ordinary jump-starters, portable tire compressors and auxiliary AC and DC Power Supplies. -
Page 5: General Description
Covers must be open for port use; closed after use. An internal 30 amp auto- matic reset breaker protects the outlets from electrical shorts or overloads. For information about Vector appliances, contact Vector Customer Support toll- free (866) 584-5504 for the location of the nearest retailer. - Page 6 ElectroMate is supplied with a fully automatic 12 Volt 10 ampere battery charger (Vector Part No. VEC077EM). The charger is stored in the Charger Storage Hatch and must be removed from the Storage Hatch for use. The VEC077EM is a high...
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Page 7: Additional Key Features
For excellent light distribution, the light can be hooked onto the cross member of the extended handle. The fluorescent light can be removed from the Main Unit’s storage channel and powered from any DC accessory socket in vehicle, vessel or portable 12 volt DC supply. This feature is invaluable when it becomes necessary to locate battery terminals while preparing to jump-start a dead battery in the dark, changing a tire, etc. -
Page 8: Using Electromate™ As A Jump-Start System
30 ampere DC limit of the units’ cigarette lighter type socket or the 1000 watt AC limit of the power inverter. Call Vector toll-free (866) 584-5504 for information on Vector AC and DC appliances. -
Page 9: Use As A 12 Volt Dc Portable Power System
4 . USE WARNING: NEVER INSERT A CIGARETTE LIGHTER IN ELECTROMATE’S ACCESSORY SOCKET. 1. Lift up the cover of one of the 12 Volt DC Accessory Sockets. 2. Insert the 12 VOLT DC plug from the appliance into the Accessory Socket. 3. -
Page 10: Principles Of Operation
simulates a short to ground and pops the breaker. This turns off the outlets. Pressing the RESET button allows the outlets to turn on and provide power. Use with Appliances Make sure the AC appliance can operate on 110/120 volts 60 Hz AC modified sine wave (MSW) most appliances sold in the USA can. -
Page 11: Operating Time
Operating Time Vector recommends that the operator recharge the battery system as frequently as possible using the supplied VEC077EM Battery Charger. This will guard against any unexpected shutdown of the equipment and will ensure that there is always sufficient battery capacity. The inverter will sound it’s alarm when DC voltage drops to 10.5 Volts. -
Page 12: Operating Tips
1. Check for proper operation by powering a 110 VAC appliance. If there is still a problem, call Vector Technical Support toll-free (866) 584-5504. NOTE: If the internal battery is discharged, the Inverter may also be quickly checked and operated by connecting the Jumper cables to a known charged 12 Volt battery. -
Page 13: Compressor Use
Compressor Use IMPORTANT: Read Instructions carefully to avoid possible injury or property damage. The Compressor may be used by removing the air hose from it’s storage channel and fitting the tire chuck to the tire or inflatable. An On/Off switch located on the compressor controls the power. Refer to Figure 1 for locations of compressor switch and hose storage channel. -
Page 14: Inflating Items Without A Valve Stem
Therefore, these types of batteries need periodic charging to replace energy lost through self-discharge. When ElectroMate is not in use Vector recommends that the battery be recharged at least every 60 days. -
Page 15: Ac Recharge
AC Recharge Recharge requires the use of the supplied VEC077EM Automatic Battery Charger. The charger must be powered from a 110 volt AC, 60 Hz North American standard household AC receptacle. Typical recharge time is ten hours. CAUTION: NEVER OPERATE THE VEC077EM CHARGER FROM ELECTROMATE’S POWER INVERTER. -
Page 16: Simultaneous Recharge And Inverter Operation
For replacement parts, cables, etc, contact Vector Technical Support: toll-free (866) 584-5504. ElectroMate is modular in construction. If the charger, lamp, compressor or inverter require service, unit should be returned to Vector. Note that the inverter can be shipped back mounted to the battery compartment cover. -
Page 17: Specifications
1 1 . S p e c i f i c a t i o n s : Jump-Start Clamps ... 400 Amps - Heavy Duty Copper Jumper Cables ... 9mm Battery ... User-Supplied 12 Volt, Group 27 size. Sealed Lead-Acid Flourescent Lamp ... -
Page 18: Appendix B - Extending Operating Time
Never operate ElectroMate or an external battery without securing them first. Cover any battery terminals. Vector Manufacturing has #2 AWG cable sets that will ease connection to an external battery. These are equipped with a fuse, fuse holder and ring terminals on the cable ends. -
Page 19: Appendix C - Troubleshooting
Compressor is laboring and slow (external DC Source) Compressor does not operate but fan is turning Noise in Radio or TV Contact Vector Technical Support toll free (866) 584-5504. Appendix POSSIBLE CAUSE Low battery voltage Battery below 10.0 Volts Overloaded inverter... -
Page 20: Warranty
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 one year from the purchase date, Vector Manufacturing will repair the unit or, at its option, replace it free of charge.