Vector VEC1095A User Manual

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY
1. Another person should be close enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
2. Fresh water and soap should be nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes.
3. Wear eye protection and protective clothing. Avoid touching eyes or skin while working with a battery. If acid particles or cor-
rosion gets into eyes immediately flood eye with cold water (Eye Wash Station) for at least 10 minutes and get medical atten-
tion immediately.
4. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water.
5. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine.
6. CAUTION: Dropping metal tool or other object onto battery may cause spark, short-circuit battery or other electrical com-
ponents and may cause explosion.
7. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-acid battery.
Lead-acid batteries can produce a short-circuit current high enough to cause a severe burn.
POWER CORD CONNECTION
Charger should be grounded to reduce risk of electric shock. Charger is equipped with an AC cord having grounding conduc-
tor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a properly installed and grounded 110/120VAC outlet in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances. (See Figure 1.)
This battery charger is for use on a 110/120VAC circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug shown in FIGURE
1A. If a properly grounded outlet is not available, a temporary adapter (like the adapter shown in FIGURE 1B), may be used
to connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle as shown in FIGURE 1B. The temporary adapter should be used ONLY until a
properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician.
The green-colored rigid ear or tab extending from adapter must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. Make certain it
is grounded. If necessary, replace original outlet cover plate screw with a longer screw that will secure adapter ground tab to
outlet cover plate and connect to grounded outlet.
DANGER! NEVER alter AC cord or plug – if it will not fit outlet, have proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician. Improper connection may result in an electric shock.
DANGER!
Before using adapter as shown (FIGURE 1B), be sure the center screw of outlet plate is grounded.
USE OF AN ADAPTER IS NOT ALLOWED IN CANADA. IF A GROUNDING TYPE RECEPTACLE IS
NOT AVAILABLE, DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE UNTIL THE PROPER OUTLET IS INSTALLED BY A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
FIGURE 1
2
GROUNDING PIN (A)
ADAPTER (B)
GROUNDING
MEANS
METAL SCREW

Vector VEC1095A Specifications

General

Brand	Vector
Model	VEC1095A
Category	Battery Charger
Language	English

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES

Details the dangers of explosive gases generated by lead-acid batteries during normal operation.

GENERAL SAFETY

General Safety Guidelines

Covers safe usage, handling of cords, extension cords, and avoiding damage or shock.

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS AND SAFETY

Personal Safety Measures

Essential precautions for working near batteries, including protective gear and acid contact response.

POWER CORD CONNECTION

Grounding and Outlet Requirements

Ensures proper grounding and connection to a 110/120VAC outlet for safe operation.

PREPARING TO CHARGE

Battery Preparation Steps

Steps before charging, including cleaning terminals, adding water, and ensuring ventilation.

CHARGER LOCATION

Optimal Charger Placement

Guidance on where to position the charger for safe and effective operation.

DC CONNECTION PRECAUTIONS

Connecting Battery Cables

Precautions for connecting and disconnecting DC output clamps to battery terminals.

VEHICLE BATTERY CONNECTION SAFETY

Connecting Battery in Vehicle

Detailed steps for safely connecting the charger to a battery installed in a vehicle.

OUTSIDE VEHICLE BATTERY CONNECTION SAFETY

Connecting Battery Outside Vehicle

Instructions for safely connecting the charger to a battery removed from a vehicle.

INTRODUCTION AND FEATURES

Product Overview

Introduction to the Vector VEC1095A charger and its key features and capabilities.

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Control Panel Functions

Explanation of buttons and selectors like Battery Type, Charge Rate, and Engine Start.

Diagnostic Indicators

Details on indicators such as LEDs for battery type, float charge, and battery voltage status.

INDICATORS AND FAULT CODES

Digital Display and LED Indicators

Description of the digital display, status LEDs, and their meanings during operation.

Troubleshooting Fault Codes

Explanation of fault codes (F01-F07) and their corresponding troubleshooting steps.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

Charge Rate Selection

How to select and adjust charging rates (2A, 10A, 25A) for different battery sizes.

AUTOMATIC FLOAT CHARGING

Maintaining Battery Charge

Process for keeping a battery fully charged using the float charge feature.

EQUALIZING PROCESS

Battery Equalization Procedure

Steps for equalizing wet batteries to restore cell balance, with critical warnings.

ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE CHECK

Alternator Testing Procedure

How to test the vehicle's alternator for proper function under no-load and load conditions.

ENGINE START FUNCTION

Procedure for Engine Starting

Steps to use the 75 Amp engine start function for quick engine starting.

MAINTENANCE

Charger Care and Storage

Guidelines for cleaning, maintaining, and storing the battery charger to ensure longevity.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Fault Code Troubleshooting

Addresses common fault codes like F01, F03, F05, F06 and general battery charging issues.

Battery Not Accepting Charge

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues when a battery is not accepting a charge.

VERY COLD BATTERY HANDLING

Charging Cold Batteries

Advice on charging batteries in extremely cold temperatures and warnings against charging frozen batteries.

CHARGING TIMES

Estimating Charging Duration

Table and formula for estimating charging times based on battery size and charge rate.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Limited Warranty Details

Explains the terms, limitations, and coverage of the product warranty.

Warranty Activation and Service

Instructions for activating the warranty and requesting service or repairs.