Vector VEC1087C - User Manual

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SMART
AUTOMATIC
BATTERY
CHARGER
OWNER'S
MANUAT &
WARRANTY
INFORMATION
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AMPERE
ATTERNATOR
VOTTAGE
o
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
o
CHARGE
RATES
WITH
CHECK
FUNCTION
WARNING
I
RISK
OF
EXPLOSIVE GASES
I. WORKING IN
VICINITY
OF
A IEAD.ACID BAITERY
IS DANGEROUS. BAITER,IES
GENERATE
EXPLOSIVE GASES
DUHNG NORTTAT BATTERY OPERATION.
FOR THls
REASON,
lr IS
OF UTMOST
!'IIPOR,TANCE THAT
EACH TITIE BEFOR,E USING
YOUR
CHAR,GER,
YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOttOW
THE INSTRUCTIONS
EXACTIY.
2. To reduce risi of botterv exolosion. lollow these inslruclions ond
those
oublished
bv the botterv
monufocturer
ond
monufocturer
g[
oiy e{uipment
you intend ic use in
vicinity
o[
botiery. Rwiew coutionorf
morkings on
these
producls
ond on engine.
OENERAL
SAFETY
I
-
Use this choroer for choroino o l2 VOLT LEAD-ACID botterv onlv.
lt is not intended
to
supply
power
lo o low
voltoqe
electricol svstEm other thdn in o storter-motor
qoolicohrn.
60 nbt use this botterv chorcier
Ioi drv-cell botteries
thit
ore comm6nly used
with home opplionces.
Thdsb botteries
moy
burst
ond cousd iniur/to
persohs
ond
domoge to
2.
3.
4.
property.
Use of on ottochmeni
nol recommended
or sold by the bottery chorger
monufocturer moy result in o
risk
of
fire,
electric
shock, or iniury
to persons.
To reduce risk of domoge
to elechic
plug
ond cord,
pull
by
plug
rother
thon
cord
when disconnecling chorger.
An extelqion cor:d
should
not be used unless obsolutely
necessory. Use of on
improper extension cord could
result in
o risk of
fire
ond electric
shock.
lf
exlension
cord must be used.
moke sure:
o.
Pins on plug of extension cord
ore lhe some number, size, ond
shope os
those
o[
plug on chorger.
b. Extension cord
is
properly
*ired
ond in
good
elecricol
condition; ond
c. Wire size
is AWG#I4
('l
4 gouge) to 100 feet ond
AWG# I 2 for distonces over
I00 [eet.
Do not operote chorgeri
with
domoged cord
or plug
-
toke to o
quolified
service
technicion for replocement of
the
cord or
plug
immediotely.
Do not
p-pgiote
chorggr if it
hos received
o
shorp blo*, been dropped,
or otherwise domoged
in onpvoy;
toke it to
o ouolrhed servrce techntcton.
Do'not disossemble chorger;
cpntoct o
quolified-
service
technicion
when service or repoir
is required. lncorrecl
reossembly moy result in iisli o{ electric shbck
or fire.
T9-reduce risk o[ electric shock,.
unplug chorger from outlet
before otlempting
ony moinlenonce or cleoning.
Turning
otf chorger
controls
will
nol reduce
lhis risk.
Do nol operote chorger
in roin or snow or use
when wel.
Never chorge o
frozen
bottery.
This device comolies with oort l5of ihe FCC rules. Ooerotion k subiect to the bllowino
lwo condifions:
lll
this
device
mov not muse hormfr;l
inerbrence, onil
(21
fiis device musl occept ony
inter6rence received, including inierblence
fioi moy cous'e undesired opemtion.
SAVE
THESE
INSTRUCTIONS:
This monuol contoins
importont sofefi ond operoling
in$ruclions
for bofiery chorger
Model
VECI087
(
4140 SW
28TH WAY, FL LAUDERDALE,
FL
33312.TEL:
954-584-4446.
FAX:954-584-5556.T0LL-FREI
866-584-5504
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Vector VEC1087C Specifications

General

Input Voltage	120V AC
Output Voltage	12V DC
Output Current	2A
Charging Modes	Automatic
Safety Features	Reverse polarity protection, Short circuit protection
Compatibility	12V lead-acid batteries

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Warning - Risk of Explosive Gases

Warning about explosive gases generated by lead-acid batteries during normal operation.

General Safety Guidelines

General safety precautions for using the battery charger and handling batteries.

Personal Precautions and Operations

Personal Precautions and Safety

Personal safety measures to take when working near lead-acid batteries.

Power Cord Connection

Instructions for connecting the charger's power cord to a polarized outlet.

Preparing to Charge

Steps for preparing the battery and environment before starting the charging process.

Charger Location

Guidelines for selecting a safe and appropriate location to operate the battery charger.

DC Connection Precautions

Precautions for connecting and disconnecting the charger's DC output clamps to the battery.

Battery Installation and Charging Procedures

Steps When Battery is Installed in Vehicle

Detailed steps for safely connecting and charging a battery installed in a vehicle.

Steps When Battery is Installed Outside Vehicle

Detailed steps for safely connecting and charging a battery removed from a vehicle.

Introduction and Features

Product Overview

Introduction to the Vector VEC1087C Smart Battery Charger and its capabilities.

3-Stage Charging Technology

Explanation of the charger's three-stage charging process: Rapid Start, Absorption, and Top-Off.

Controls and Indicators

Function Buttons

Description of the buttons on the control panel: Alternator Check, 2/6/10 AMP, OFF, Battery Voltage.

Digital Display and Indicators

Explanation of the digital display and LED indicators showing status, faults, and operation modes.

Charging Operations

Charge Rate Selection

How to select the appropriate charge rate (2, 6, or 10 amps) based on battery size.

Charging the Battery

Step-by-step process for connecting and initiating the battery charging sequence.

Charging Times and Estimation

Charging Time Chart

Table providing estimated charging times based on specific gravity and charge rate.

Estimating Charging Time

Formula and example for calculating battery recharge time based on amp-hour rating.

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Program

Details of the limited warranty, coverage, and exclusions for the battery charger.

Return;Repair Policy

Procedure for returning defective products for repair or replacement under warranty.

Request Warranty Service

Instructions on how to contact Vector for warranty service and what information to provide.

Troubleshooting and Battery Safety

General Battery Safety and Maintenance

General maintenance tips for the charger and safety precautions for battery handling.

Troubleshooting - Fault LED Lit

Identifies common fault codes (F01-F05) and their causes when the FAULT LED is illuminated.

Battery Not Accepting a Charge

Troubleshooting steps for when the charger fails to initiate or continue charging a battery.

Very Cold Battery Conditions

Guidance on charging batteries in extremely cold temperatures and the risk of charging frozen batteries.

Advanced Operation and Checks

Automatic Float Charging

Explanation of the float charge feature for maintaining a fully charged battery.

Alternator Voltage Check

Procedures for testing the vehicle's alternator output under no-load and load conditions.