Vector VEC021ST - Manual (Page 13)

1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting the Vector ® START-IT™ JUMPSTART SYSTEM & 12-VOLT DC POWER SUPPLY .
Please read this guide carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and avoid damage to the unit or items
that you are using it with.
The Vector ® START-IT™ JUMPSTART SYSTEM & 12-VOLT DC POWER SUPPLY is a compact, durable and portable
jumpstart system for vehicles and boats that have a standard 12-Volt battery system. This self-contained, recharge-
able system will start most vehicles and boats without the need for a host vehicle or 110/120-volt AC power supply.
It can also be used as a safe, portable source of 12-volt DC electric power in remote locations and/or emergency
situations. It is ideal for use with Vector
® 12-volt DC cordless, portable, rechargeable products and PowerForce ®
DC/AC Power Inverters. Use the START-IT™ to:
-Jumpstart
Any vehicle with a standard 12-volt DC battery system: boat, truck, car, airplane, RV, personal watercraft,
snowmobile, tractor, etc.
-Operate: 12-volt DC
Fans, inflators, fluorescent work lights, cellular phones*, air compressors, spotlights, TVs, portable
radios, cassette or CD players and more. *Can quick-charge a cellular phone by using the phone’s 12-volt DC
adapter cord.
-Operate: Certain 110/120-volt AC Accessories (requires DC to AC power inverter, sold separately)
The START-IT™ SYSTEM has an easy-to-read, series of LED (Light Emitting Diode) charge indicators that show when the
unit is fully charged, or the level of charge in the battery. Charge level can be viewed when the charge status
button is pressed. A 12-volt DC cigarette lighter-type socket is provided for use with appliances that can operate from
a vehicle cigarette lighter. This allows maximum portability and utility when the START-IT™ is used in remote locations.
For maximum convenience, the START-IT™ can be recharged from any standard 110/120-volt AC or 12-volt DC
power source using the built-in 12-volt socket and the appropriate charging/adapter cord. When pressed, the
CHARGE STATUS button will show the battery‘s power level status (from Low to Full). The green LED full indicator
illuminates when the unit is fully recharged and charging can be discontinued. An ON/OFF switch operates the
built-in work/emergency light.
WARNING:
Lead-acid batteries generate hydrogen gas during normal operation. More gas is generated when the battery is
charging. Hydrogen gas is: EXPLOSIVE • POISONOUS TO BREATHE • HIGHLY FLAMMABLE
To avoid an explosion and/or the possibility of being splashed with battery acid:
• NEVER allow the red and black clamps to touch each other or a common metal object.
• ONLY attempt to jumpstart a vehicle or boat in a WELL ventilated area.
• ALWAYS CONNECT THE RED (+) CLAMP TO THE POSITIVE (+) BATTERY TERMINAL FIRST.
• DO NOT CONNECT THE BLACK (-) CLAMP TO THE NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY TERMINAL.
• DO CONNECT THE BLACK (-) CLAMP TO A NON-MOVING METAL PART ON THE ENGINE.
CAUTIONS:
I. To avoid possible damage that may shorten the unit’s working life, protect this unit from direct sunlight,
direct heat, and/or moisture.
2. This system is designed to be used ONLY on vehicles or boats with 12-volt DC battery systems.
3. This system is NOT designed to be used as a replacement for a vehicular battery.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE OF THE START-IT™ JUMPSTART SYSTEM:
WARNING:
NEVER insert anything other than the supplied power/recharging cords or recommended
appliance power/recharging cords into the charging/power sockets on this unit.
IMPORTANT: The safety ON/OFF switch should be in the OFF position when the unit is
charging, or not in use.
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