Jump-Starting Instructions - Vector VEC022 Owner's Manual & Warranty

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3. This system is NOT designed to be installed as a replacement for a vehicle battery.
4. Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be damaged if vehicle
battery is jump-started. Before jump-starting this type of vehicle, read the
vehicle owner's manual to confirm that external-starting assistance is advised.
5. Excessive engine cranking can damage the vehicle's starter motor. If the engine
fails to start after the recommended number of attempts, discontinue jump-start
procedure and look for other problems that may need to be corrected.
6. This VECTOR
the connections are properly made, turn the switch ON and you are ready to
jump-start the vehicle.

2.1 JUMP-STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

This jump-starter is equipped with an manual safety switch that only allows
jump-start energy to flow when proper connections are made to battery and
frame.
Connect – Red clamp first, then black clamp.
Disconnect – Black clamp first, then red clamp.
1. Make sure jump-start system's ON/OFF power switch is turned to OFF
2. Turn OFF vehicle ignition and all accessories (radio, A/C, lights, cell
phone, etc.). Place vehicle in "park" and set the emergency brake.
3. Remove jumper clamps from clamp tabs.
4. Procedure for jump-starting a NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM
NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL IS CONNECTED TO CHASSIS, (MOST
COMMON)
4a. Connect positive (+) red clamp to vehicle battery's positive terminal.
4b. Connect negative (-) black clamp to chassis or a solid, non-moving,
5. Procedure for jump-starting POSITIVE GROUND SYSTEMS (NOTE: In the
rare event that the vehicle to be started has a Positive Grounded System
(positive battery terminal is connected to chassis) replace steps 3a and
3b above with steps 4a and 4b, then proceed to steps 6 through 8
below.
5a. Connect negative (-) black clamp to vehicle battery's negative terminal
5b. Connect positive (+) red clamp to vehicle chassis or a solid, non-
6. Be sure jump-starter's positive and negative clamps are properly
connected to battery.
7. Turn jump-starter safety switch to ON.
8. Start vehicle (do not turn key for longer than 5-6 seconds).
9. After vehicle starts, remove clamps (disconnect the frame or engine
clamp first, followed by the battery cable) and replace them on the built-
in clamp tabs. Squeeze the handles and slide the clamp into position
and release your grip.
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jump-starter is equipped with a manual ON/OFF switch. Once
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metal vehicle component or body part. Never clamp directly to
negative battery terminal or moving part.
moving, metal vehicle component or body part. DO NOT CLAMP
DIRECTLY TO POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL OR MOVING PART.
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