Vector VEC022 owner manual JUMP-STARTING Instructions

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3.This system is NOT designed to be installed as a replacement for a vehicle battery.

4.Vehicles that have on-board computerized systems may be damaged if vehicle battery is jump-started. Before jump-starting this type of vehicle, read the vehicle owner’s manual to confirm that external-starting assistance is advised.

5.Excessive engine cranking can damage the vehicle’s starter motor. If the engine fails to start after the recommended number of attempts, discontinue jump-start procedure and look for other problems that may need to be corrected.

6.This VECTOR® jump-starter is equipped with a manual ON/OFF switch. Once the connections are properly made, turn the switch ON and you are ready to jump-start the vehicle.

2.1JUMP-STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

This jump-starter is equipped with an manual safety switch that only allows jump-start energy to flow when proper connections are made to battery and frame.

Connect – Red clamp first, then black clamp.

Disconnect – Black clamp first, then red clamp.

1.Make sure jump-start system’s ON/OFF power switch is turned to OFF

2.Turn OFF vehicle ignition and all accessories (radio, A/C, lights, cell phone, etc.). Place vehicle in “park” and set the emergency brake.

3.Remove jumper clamps from clamp tabs.

4.Procedure for jump-starting a NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL IS CONNECTED TO CHASSIS, (MOST COMMON)

4a. Connect positive (+) red clamp to vehicle battery’s positive terminal.

4b. Connect negative (-) black clamp to chassis or a solid, non-moving, metal vehicle component or body part. Never clamp directly to negative battery terminal or moving part.

5.Procedure for jump-starting POSITIVE GROUND SYSTEMS (NOTE: In the rare event that the vehicle to be started has a Positive Grounded System (positive battery terminal is connected to chassis) replace steps 3a and 3b above with steps 4a and 4b, then proceed to steps 6 through 8 below.

5a. Connect negative (-) black clamp to vehicle battery’s negative terminal

5b. 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.

6.Be sure jump-starter’s positive and negative clamps are properly connected to battery.

7.Turn jump-starter safety switch to ON.

8.Start vehicle (do not turn key for longer than 5-6 seconds).

9.After vehicle starts, remove clamps (disconnect the frame or engine clamp first, followed by the battery cable) and replace them on the built- in clamp tabs. Squeeze the handles and slide the clamp into position and release your grip.

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