VEC010S START-IT ® COMPACT ELITE™ JUMP-START SYSTEM Rechargeable DC Power Supply – 12 volt 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.
SAFETY INFORMATION Save these instructions Be sure to read and understand all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS before using this product. Please read this guide carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and avoid damage to the system or items that you are using it with. WARNINGS: WARNING STATEMENTS IDENTIFY CONDITIONS OR PRACTICES THAT MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
CAUTIONS: Caution statements advise against certain conditions and practices that may result in damage to vehicles, appliances and/or the START-IT Compact Elite Jump-start System. Use only the supplied cords/adapters for recharging this unit. Do not recharge for more than 3-4 hours maximum using 12 volt DC method. Recharge unit after each use.
CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION ................5 1.1 FEATURES ................5,6 1.2 START–IT COMPACT ELITE APPLICATIONS ........6 2. USE AS JUMP-START SYSTEM ..........7 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 ....8 4.
Save your purchase receipt, it is required for warranty service. The Start-it® Compact Elite™ is designed to be the ideal work, emergency and recreation power source by powering DC appliances on the road, at the beach or wherever your travels take you.
- Illuminate areas under the hood, inside tents and work areas while changing tires, etc. NOTE: Other Vector appliances may also be used with this Compact Elite Jump-tarter, as long as they do not exceed the 12 amp limit of the jump-starter’s 12 volt DC outlet.
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 (954)584-4446 or toll free (866) 584-5504.
FIGURE 2 EG CABLE AND OS CABLE AND (BLACK) CLAMP (RED) CLAMP JUMP-START PROCEDURE Turn OFF ignition and all accessories before making cable connections. Make sure the Compact Elite’s power safety switch is turned OFF. Observe jump-starting negative or positive ground system, as follows: Negative ground (negative battery terminal connected to chassis) - most common.
Therefore, batteries need periodic charging to replace energy lost through self- discharge. When the unit is not in use, Vector recommends that the battery is recharged at least every 60 days.
Do Not Leave Unattended while DC Charging. MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT PARTS For replacement parts (bulbs, batteries, charging adapters, etc.), contact Vector Technical Support: (954) 584-4446 or toll free (866) 584-5504. There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. Periodically, the cables and connectors should be inspected for damage, corrosion, dust, and dirt.
2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this product, and it sets forth all the responsibilities of Vector Manufacturing, Ltd., regarding this product. There is no other warranty, other than those described herein.
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