Vector BD050205, VEC1026BD AC and DC CHARGING/RECHARGING, Protective Features, Volt AC Charging

VEC1026BD_Manual_050305 5/9/05 2:25 PM Page 2

Protective Features

•Automatic Overload — Built-in protection against overload — in the event the AC outlet draws more than 250 watts, power to the unit’s outlet will automatically shut off.

•Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) — The GFCI protects the unit and the user by sensing imbalances in a circuit caused by current leakage to the ground and shuts down the unit’s AC outlet to prevent electrical shock.

•Overheating — Unit automatically shuts down if it exceeds a safe temperature.

•Safety Power Switch and Reverse Polarity Alarm — In event the cables/clamps are reversed during jump-starting, an indicator lights and an alarm sounds BEFORE the Power Switch is turned ON.

•Low Battery — If the battery power level is too low, the AC Power Supply shuts down automatically.

Front View		Back View
UNIT FRONT PANEL	RUBBER HANDLE JUMP-START	AC CHARGER
	POWER SWITCH

AIR VENTS	JUMP-STARTER
	CABLE
	CONNECTORS

Front Panel

BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL	BATTERY CHARGE
PUSHBUTTON	LEVEL INDICATORS

AC AND DC CHARGING/RECHARGING

Use a common household AC extension cord for charging (cord not supplied).

For maximum battery life, we recommend the unit be kept fully charged at all times. If the battery is allowed to remain in a discharged state, battery life will be shortened.

•MAKE SURE ALL SWITCHES ARE TURNED OFF DURING RECHARGING.

•Charge the unit for a full 40 hours using AC method before first use.

•Recharge the unit fully after each use

•Recharge the unit every two months when it has not been used regularly.

Notes: Recharging the battery after each use prolongs battery life; frequent discharges between recharges reduces battery life.

The Electromate also comes with a DC/DC charging adapter for recharging the unit from a 12 volt DC accessory outlet in a vehicle.

If unit is fully discharged, it is recommended that the vehicle being used for recharging be left running while the unit is charging via the 12 volt DC method.

Viewing Battery Charge Level Status

Press the Battery Charge Level pushbutton to display battery status. The Battery Charge Level Indicator LEDS will light.

LEDS (from left to right):

•Red LED indicates a low battery charge

•Two Red LEDs indicate a medium level or partially charged battery

•Two Red and one Green LED indicates a full or high level battery charge

120 Volt AC Charging

1.Lift the AC adapter cover located on the back of the Electromate and connect an extension cord to the unit. Plug the other end of the cord into a standard 120 volt AC wall outlet.

2.Charge until two Red and one Green LEDs light.

3.Once fully charged, disconnect the extension cord.

Note: The unit cannot be overcharged using the AC method.

12 VOLT DC OUTLET

AREA LIGHT ON/OFF SWITCH

AREA LIGHT

ALTERNATOR CHECK

INDICATOR

120 VOLT AC

OUTLET

INVERTER STATUS

LIGHT

REVERSE

POLARITY INVERTER POWER

INDICATOR SWITCH

12 Volt DC Charging

The DC recharging method will NOT recharge the unit as effectively as recharging from 120 volt AC. The 12 volt DC recharging procedure is recommended only when it is necessary, since frequent use of the 12 volt DC recharging procedure may shorten the battery system’s life.

1.Insert the gold-tipped DC/DC charging adapter plug into the vehicle’s 12 volt DC accessory outlet.

2.Insert the silver-tipped end plug into the 12 volt DC accessory outlet on the front panel of the unit.

3.To check the charge status of the battery during DC charging, disconnect the DC adapter from the accessory outlet and push the Battery Charge Level pushbutton. Observe the battery charge indicator.

4.When charging is complete, remove the power cord.

WARNING

Do not recharge for more than 3 to 4 hours maximum using the 12 volt DC method.

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