Vector Start-It Comapct VEC016 Owner's Manual & Warranty
Vector Start-It Comapct VEC016 Owner's Manual & Warranty

Vector Start-It Comapct VEC016 Owner's Manual & Warranty

Jump-start system and 12 volt power supply

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VEC016
START-IT
COMPACT
®
JUMP-START SYSTEM
AND 12 VOLT POWER SUPPLY
PORTABLE • CORDLESS • RECHARGEABLE
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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Summary of Contents for Vector Start-It Comapct VEC016

  • Page 1: Warranty Information

    VEC016 START-IT COMPACT ® JUMP-START SYSTEM AND 12 VOLT POWER SUPPLY PORTABLE • CORDLESS • RECHARGEABLE 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: Safety Information

    WARNINGS: WARNING STATEMENTS IDENTIFY CONDITIONS OR PRACTICES THAT MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. When working with lead acid batteries, always make sure immediate assistance is available in case of accident or emergency. Always use protective eyewear when using this product: contact with battery acid may cause blindness and/or severe burns, be aware of first aid procedures in case of accidental contact with battery acid.
  • Page 3 10) Check unit periodically for wear and tear. Replace worn or defective parts immediately contact Vector customer service department at (954) 584-4446 or toll-free (954) 584-5504. 11) Do not attempt to jump-start a frozen battery.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    1. INTRODUCTION ... 1.1 ADDITIONAL KEY FEATURES ... 6 1.2 USES OF START–IT COMPACT ... 7 USE AS JUMP-START SYSTEM... 2.1 JUMP-START WARNINGS ... 7 2.2 FIRST AID ... 7 2.3 JUMP-START PROCEDURE ... 8 3. USE AS A 12 VOLT DC PORTABLE POWER SUPPLY ... 4.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    The built-in work/area light is invaluable when it becomes necessary to locate battery terminals while preparing to jump-start a dead battery in the dark. It is also ideal for use with Vector(tm) 12 volt DC cordless, portable, rechargeable appliances with ratings up to 15 amperes. For information about Vector appliances, contact Vector Manufacturing at 866-584-5504 (toll free) for the location of the nearest retailer.
  • Page 6: Additional Key Features

    - Illuminate areas: under the hood, inside tents, work areas while changing tires, etc. NOTE: Other Vector appliances may also be used with this jump starter as long as they do not exceed the 15 ampere limit of the jump starter’s cigarette lighter type socket.
  • Page 7: Use As Jump-Start System

    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. 15. Replace worn or defective parts immediately - contact Vector Customer Service Department at (954)584-4446 or toll free at 866-584-5044.
  • Page 8: Jump-Start Procedure

    JUMP-START PROCEDURE FIGURE 2 CABLE CLAMP HOLSTERS CABLE CLAMP 1. Turn Off ignition and all accessories (radio, a/c, lights, cellphone, etc). If vehicle, place transmission in “park” and set the emergency brake. 2. Make sure the unit’s Power Safety Switch is turned OFF. 3.
  • Page 9: Use As A 12 Volt Dc Portable Power Supply

    All batteries lose energy from self-discharge over time and more rapidly when they are at higher temperatures. Therefore, batteries need periodic charging to replace energy lost through self-discharge. When Start-It Compact is not in use, Vector recommends that the battery is recharged at least every 60 days.
  • Page 10: Dc Recharge

    WARNINGS: OTHER THAN A BULB IN THE WORKLIGHT, THERE ARE NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT IF THERE IS ANY EVIDENCE OF DAMAGE.THE PRODUCT MUST BE RETURNED TO VECTOR FOR TESTING AND REPAIR. REPLACE ANY DAMAGED CHARGING ADAPTERS IMMEDIATELY BEFORE FURTHER USE.
  • Page 11: Battery Disposal

    Vector Manufacturing. Any defective product, other than accessories, that is returned to Vector Manufacturing within 10 days of the date of purchase will be replaced free of charge. If such a product is returned more than 10 days but less than 120 days from the purchase date, Vector Manufacturing will repair the unit or, at its option, replace it free of charge.
  • Page 12: Warranty

    If the unit is repaired, new or reconditioned replacement parts may be used, at Vector Manufacturing’s option. A unit may be replaced with a new or reconditioned unit of the same or comparable design. The repaired or replaced unit will then be warranted under the terms of the remainder of the warranty period.

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