5.4 QUICK OPERATIONAL CHECKOUT OR EMERGENCY USE

YOU WILL NEED:

One heavy-duty jumper cable set with specified AWD wire rating (See Page 18)

One fully-charged automobile battery

A common, slip joint pliers for loosening and tightening terminal nuts

TEST PROCEDURE:

1.Remove the plastic terminal covers and terminal nuts.

2.Identify the positive and negative terminals on the 12VDC battery and identify the positive and negative terminals on the inverter.

3.Using the set of heavy-duty jumper cables, attach one red cable clamp to the (+) terminal bolt and one black cable clamp on the (–) terminal bolt.

4.Connect the clamps on the other ends of the jumper cables to the corresponding positive (+) and negative (–) terminals on the 12VDC vehicle battery. There may be some minor sparking observed.

5.Turn the inverter power switch on.

6.Plug in a lamp with a 100 watt light bulb and switch the lamp on. If the lamp works normally, the inverter is functioning properly and you can proceed to a permanent installation or continue to use the inverter with low wattage appliances. If the lamp does not light or does not work correctly:

A.Check all connections and tighten any loose connections.

B.Ensure that the source battery has adequate charge.

C.If steps A through B do not correct the problem, contact Vector Customer Service Department toll-free (866) 584-5504, for assistance.

5.5 PERMANENT INSTALLATION

5.5.1 PREPARATION FOR PERMANENT INSTALLATION

(SEE PAGE 18 FOR SPECIFIC AWG CABLES FOR INVERTER MODELS)

For permanent installation to heavy-duty battery power you will need:

Ring terminals to fit cable ends and stud terminals

Hardware to connect two specified cables to the battery bank

A specified single length of specific AWG cable multi-stranded, flexible, insulated cable

A specified amp low voltage fuse holder and fuse (slow blow type or use a specified fuse or equivalent fuse holder

Mounting screws, bolts and nuts for mounting the inverter and fuse holder

A drill for mounting the inverter and fuse holder

Lead-tin solder, flux, propane torch and an igniter for the torch

Wire stripper/cutter tool

Battery connector for specified cable for battery connection

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Vector VEC049C Quick Operational Checkout or Emergency USE, YOU will Need, Test Procedure, Permanent Installation

VEC049C specifications

The Vector VEC049C is a sophisticated and portable power inverter designed for rugged automotive and emergency applications. This inverter converts 12V DC battery power into a stable 120V AC power source, making it ideal for powering a variety of electronic devices while on the go. It serves as an essential tool for outdoor enthusiasts, travelers, and those in need of backup power solutions during emergencies.

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