Vector VEC021ST User Manual

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POSITIVE GROUND SYSTEMS

TERMINAL OR MOVING PART.
IF AUDIBLE ALARM SOUNDS - DO NOT TURN ON SAFETY SWITCH!
REVERSE POLARITY OF CLAMP CONNECTIONS

NOTE

: In the rare event that the vehicle to be started has a Positive Grounded System (positive

battery terminal is connected to chassis): Replace step 3 above with the following steps, and
then proceed to steps 4-6 below.

3a. Connect negative (-) black clamp to vehicle battery ‘s negative terminal.
3b. 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.

If audible alarm sounds - do not turn on safety switch reverse polarity of clamp connections

4. Turn jumpstart system ‘s power switch to ON position.
5. Start vehicle (do not turn key for longer than 5-6 seconds).
6. After vehicle starts, turn jumpstart system ‘s power switch to OFF position. Remove

clamps (disconnect the negative (Black) jumper cable first; followed by the positive
(Red) jumper cable) and replace them in the built-in storage holsters.

CAUTIONS:

1. If vehicle fails to start, leave vehicle ignition key turned OFF, disconnect the negative (-)

clamp first, then the positive (+) clamp and discontinue jumpstarting procedure.

2. Recharge jumpstart system after each use.

WARNINGS:

1. ALWAYS disconnect the negative (Black) jumper cable first; followed by the positive (Red)

jumper cable.

2. NEVER ALLOW RED AND BLACK CLAMPS TO TOUCH EACH OTHER OR ANOTHER

COMMON METAL CONDUCTOR — THIS COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE UNIT AND/OR
CREATE SPARKING/EXPLOSION HAZARD.

3. There is a risk of explosive gases being released when batteries are improperly charged

or discharged. Failure to follow instructions may cause property damage, explosive
hazard and/or personal injury.

4. ALWAYS USE PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT: CONTACT WITH BATTERY

ACID MAY CAUSE BLINDNESS AND/OR SEVERE BURNS.

5. Keep out of reach of children!!
6. ALWAYS store battery clamps in built-in holsters when not in use. Never touch battery