Vector VEC012APC User Manual
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Table II shows the estimated 12 volt DC operation time when using a fully
charged system.
Table II - VECTOR
®
as a 12 Volt DC Power Supply
Appliance
Estimated Power Usage
Operating Time
(Watts)
(hours)
Cell phone
1
120 (talk time)
Fluorescent light
4
40
Radio, fan, depth finder
9
24
Camcorder, VCR, spotlight
15
14
Power tools, bilge pump
24
10
Car vacuum
80
2
NOTE: ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND BASED UPON A FULLY
CHARGED UNIT.
5.
EMERGENCY WORKLIGHT
The Worklight is controlled by a sliding On/Off switch located on the domed part
of the light assembly. Make sure the lamp is turned OFF when the unit is being
recharged or stored. The lamp is efficient and will operate up to 114 hours on a
full charge. The lamp is designed to last the life of the product.
6.
AIR COMPRESSOR/TIRE INFLATOR
IMPORTANT:
Read Instructions Carefully To Avoid Possible Injury Or Property
Damage.
The built-in 12 Volt DC air compressor is the ultimate compressor for all vehicles,
trailer tires and recreational inflatables. Three different sized nozzles are sup-
plied. Each nozzle will clip on the end of the standard tire valve connector locat-
ed at the free end of the compressor hose. The compressor nozzles are stored
inside the hose well. The compressor hose with tire fitting is stored in a retaining
well between the jumper cable channels on the rear of the unit. The compressor
can operate long enough to fill up to 3 average sized tires before the battery must
be recharged.
The compressor may be used by removing the air hose from the storage well and
if required, fitting an appropriate nozzle to the air hose. An On/Off switch locat-
ed on the rear of the unit controls the power to the compressor and the gauge
light. Refer to Figure 3 for locations of compressor hose, nozzle storage hatch
and hose. Return hose to the storage compartment after use.
6.1
Warnings for compressor use
The compressor is capable of inflating up to 260 pounds per square inch (psi)
pressure. To avoid over-inflation, carefully follow instructions on articles to be
inflated. Never exceed recommended pressures. Bursting articles can cause seri-
ous injury. Always check pressure with the pressure gauge. Never leave com-
pressor unattended while in use. Allow unit to cool after 10 minutes of continu-
ous operation.
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3. After initial 24 hour charge, charge this device for at least 14-16 hours or until
the green FULL indicator lights. Charge at least once a month when not in use.
4. When charging is completed and the green FULL LED lights, remove the
AC/DC charger plug and store in a safe place.
NOTE: The unit cannot be overcharged using the AC method. The VECTOR
®
system also comes with a DC/DC charging adapter for recharging the unit from
a 12 volt DC accessory socket in a vehicle or boat .
This recharging method will NOT recharge the unit as effectively as recharging
from a 120 volt AC outlet. The 12 Volt DC recharging procedure is recommend-
ed only when it is necessary, as continued use of the 12 Volt DC recharging pro-
cedure may shorten the battery system’s life.
If unit is fully discharged, it is recommended that the vehicle being used for recharging
be left running while the unit is being charged via the 12 Volt DC method.
WARNING:
Do not recharge for more than 3-4 hours maximum using 12 Volt DC method
3.2
12 Volt DC Charging
1. Insert one end of the DC/DC charging adapter into a 12 Volt DC accessory
receptacle on the vehicle or boat (figure B)
2. Insert the plug at the other end of this charging adapter into the 12 Volt DC
accessory socket on the front of the unit.
3. Charge the unit until the green FULL indicator lights when the battery status
level pushbutton is pressed. DO NOT EXCEED 3-4 HOURS MAXIMUM.
4. When charging is completed, remove the charging cord and store in a safe
place.
3.3
Estimated Battery Life
Table I shows the relationship of the frequency of use between recharging and
the expected number of discharge/recharge cycles.
Table I - Estimated Battery Life between recharges (lifetime of unit’s battery)
Use Recharges
1 1000+
5 700+
10 500+
4.
OPERATION AS A 12 VOLT PORTABLE POWER SUPPLY
1. Lift up the cover of the unit’s 12 Volt DC accessory receptacle (See Figure 1)
2. Insert the 12 volt DC plug from the appliance into the receptacle on the unit.
3. Switch on the appliance, and operate as usual.
CAUTION:
DO NOT USE THIS UNIT TO OPERATE APPLIANCES THAT DRAW MORE
THAN 20 AMPS DC