Viewing Battery Status; Jump Starter - Vector VECJ1C Instruction Manual

Press the Compressor A beep will sound and the backlit LCD
Power Button. Screen will display the Battery Status and the
Compressor Icon and will alternately show the
flashing pre-set PSI value (that was last set
using the compressor pressure control buttons)
and the current pressure of the item being
inflated (which will light solid). If no further
actions are taken after 1 minute, the unit will
display the Battery Status and Voltage Indicator
for 10 seconds before automatically turning off.
Whenever the
... a beep will sound and the backlit LCD
clamps are properly Screen will display the Battery Status Icon,
connected to a battery
Battery Voltage Indicator, the Clamp Icons, and
(refer to the "Jump the "+" and "–" signs, as well as the flashing
Starter" section) ... Jump Starter Icon. The unit remains on until
the clamps are disconnected from the battery.
If the Jump Starter ... a two-second warning will sound every 10
Power Switch is
seconds. The backlit LCD Screen will display
rotated to the on the Battery Status Icon, Battery Voltage
position and the Indicator, the Clamp Icons, and the "+" and "–"
clamps are not
signs. The Alarm Icon and the Jump Starter
connected to a battery Icon will flash. The unit remains on until the
(refer to the "Jump Jump Starter Power Switch is switched off and
Starter" section) ...
then displays the Battery Status Icon and the
voltage of digital display for 10 seconds before
automatic shut down.
If the clamp ... the backlit LCD Screen will display the
connections to the
Battery Status Icon, Battery Voltage Indicator,
battery's positive and and the Clamp Icons. The Alarm Icon, the "+"
negative terminals are and "–" signs and the Reverse Polarity Icons
reversed ...
will flash and the unit will sound continuously
until the clamps are disconnected from the
battery.
When the unit is ... the backlight will turn on for 10 seconds
charging or
(only). The LCD Screen will continue to display
recharging using the the Battery Status Icon and Battery Voltage
supplied 120 Volt AC
Indicator. The bars on the Battery Icon will
Charger ...
change from empty to solid (bottom to top)
repeatedly.
Note: The unit will automatically power off once ALL the functions are turned off.

VIEWING BATTERY STATUS

The Battery Icon will indicate the battery charge level as follows:
• If the battery charge level is at full capacity, four solid bars will display.
• If the battery is partially charged, two or three solid bars will display.
• If the battery is nearly empty, one solid bar will display. The unit should be
charged at this time.
• If the battery is completely empty, a blank Battery Status Icon will display.
The unit MUST be charged at this time or the unit's built-in low voltage
protection will activate. The unit will automatically shut down and may not
operate until the battery is recharged.
CHARGING/RECHARGING
Lead-acid batteries require routine maintenance to ensure a full charge and
long battery life. All batteries lose energy from self- discharge over time
and more rapidly at higher temperatures. Therefore, batteries need periodic
charging to replace energy lost through self-discharge. When the unit is not
in frequent use, manufacturer recommends the battery should be recharged
at least every 30 days and after each use.
IMPORTANT: If you attempt to use the unit when the unit's battery charge
level is too low, the unit will automatically shut down. Recharge the unit
with all other functions turned off as soon as possible.
Notes: This unit is delivered in a partially charged state – you must fully charge it
before using it for the first time. Initial AC charge should be about 30 hours or
until the Battery Status Icon shows 4 solid bars..
Recharging battery after each use will prolong battery life; frequent heavy
discharges between recharges and/or overcharging will reduce battery life.
Make sure all other unit functions are turned off during recharging, as this can
slow the recharging process.
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CAUTION –
Risk of property damage: Failure to keep the battery
charged will cause permanent damage and result in poor jump starting
performance.
IMPORTANT: If you know the unit is discharged, but the Battery Icon
displays four solid bars as if the unit is fully charged when connected to
a charging power source, this may be due to the internal battery having
high impedance. The manufacturer suggests leaving the unit charging for a
period of 40 hours using the supplied AC charger before use.
Charging/Recharging Using the Supplied AC Charger
1. Insert the barrel connector of the AC charger into the 12 Volt DC
Charging Port on the back of the unit. Insert the plug end into a
(powered) standard North American 120 volt 60Hz outlet. When the
unit is properly connected to an AC power source, the LCD Screen will
display the following (the screen will be backlit):
The bars on the Battery Icon represent the capacity level of the unit's
internal battery. After 10 seconds, the backlight will shut off.
The bars on the Battery Icon will change from empty to solid (bottom
to top) repeatedly to indicate the unit is charging.
2. Charge until the Battery Icon shows 4 solid bars.
3. When charging is complete, disconnect the AC charger from the unit –
first unplug the charger from the AC power source, then disconnect the
barrel connector from the unit.

JUMP STARTER

IMPORTANT: All features must be turned off with the exception of the Area
Light when jump-starting.
This unit is equipped with a Jump Starter Power Switch that allows energy
to flow only when proper connections are made to battery and frame.
1. For negative-grounded systems, connect the Positive (Red) Clamp to
the positive ungrounded battery post and the Negative (Black) Clamp
to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not
connect the clamp to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet-metal body
parts. Connect to a heavy gage metal part of the frame or engine
block.
2. For positive-grounded systems, connect the Negative (Black) Clamp
to the negative ungrounded battery post and the Positive (Red) Clamp
to the vehicle chassis or engine block away from the battery. Do not
connect the clamp to the carburetor, fuel lines or sheet-metal body
parts. Connect to a heavy gage metal part of the frame or engine
block.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the Compressor has been turned off before
attempting to use the unit as a Jump Starter.
WARNING –
To reduce the risk of serious injury or property damage:
• Follow all safety instructions found in the "Specific Safety Instructions for
Jump Starters" section of this Instruction Manual.
• Never touch red and black clamps together. This can cause dangerous
sparks, power arcing, and/or explosion.
• If the clamps are connected incorrectly with regard to polarity, the unit will
sound a continuous alarm until the clamps are disconnected. The backlit
LCD Screen will display the Battery Status Icon, the Battery Voltage
Indicator and the Clamp Icons. The "+" and"–" signs above the Clamp
Icons, the Arrow Icons and the Alarm Icon will flash. The backlit LCD
Screen will display the following:
CAUTION:
The unit will suffer permanent damage if the Jump Starter
Power Switch is turned on while the clamps connected with reverse
polarity. Disconnect the clamps and reconnect to battery with correct
polarity.
• If the Jump Starter Power Switch is turned on and the unit detects that
the clamps are not connected to a battery, a two-second warning will
sound every 10 seconds. The LCD Screen will display the Battery Status
Icon, the Battery Voltage Indicator, and the Clamp Icons with the "+"
will be backlit):