Vector VEC097 owner manual Using ElectroMate as a Jump-StartSystem, 3.1Jump-startProcedure

NOTE: Other appliances may also be used with the ElectroMate as long as they do not exceed the 30 ampere DC limit of the units’ cigarette lighter type socket or the 1800 watt AC limit of the power inverter. Call Vector toll-free (866) 584-4446 for information on Vector AC and DC appliances.

READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL AND PRODUCT LABELING CAREFULLY, BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. FOLLOW RECOMMENDED WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, SAFETY PROCEDURES AND MANUFACTURER’S GUIDELINES FOR YOUR VEHICLE BATTERY.

IMPORTANT: This unit is delivered without a battery. The user must install a “Group 27” battery and assume that the battery is partially charged. You must then connect the battery charger and fully charge the battery before using the system. The battery must be a “Group 27”, sealed lead acid battery with terminals on top; otherwise the battery may not fit in the battery compartment. These batteries have a range of 85 to 125 Ampere Hour capacity. See Appendix A for Battery Installation information.

3.Using ElectroMate™ as a Jump-Start System

Read all Warnings, Cautions and Notes carefully before using this unit. Read and understand all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS printed at the front of this manual.

3.1Jump-start Procedure

1.Make sure the ElectroMate Safety Switch is turned OFF, enabling the reverse polarity alarms and correct polarity indicator.

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

3.Observe jump-starting negative or positive ground system, as follows: Negative ground (negative battery terminal connected to chassis) - most common.

4.Carefully unwrap the cables from the storage area starting at clamps.

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

6.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.

7.If polarity is correct the POLARITY CORRECT LED will light. If the polarity is incorrect, the audible REVERSE POLARITY ALARM will sound and the LED will light.

WARNING: IF REVERSE POLARITY ALARM SOUNDS, DO NOT TURN ON SAFETY SWITCH. REVERSE THE POSITION OF THE CLAMPS AND OBSERVE POLARITY LEDS. IF POLARITY CORRECT LED LIGHTS, THEN TURN ON THE SAFETY SWITCH.

8.Start vehicle (crank engine in 3 - 5 second bursts). If engine won’t start, seek help and go to step 10.

9.Leave engine running.

10.Turn OFF the Safety switch.

11.Remove clamps (disconnect the negative (black) clamp first; followed by the positive (red) clamp) and store cables and clamps.

12.Recharge ElectroMate as soon as possible.

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