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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Be sure to read and understand all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS before using this
product. Please read this guide carefully before use to ensure optimum performance
and avoid damage to the system or items that you are using it with. Failure to follow
instructions may cause property damage, and/or personal injury. Warnings define
conditions that can cause injury to people. Cautions define conditions that may cause
damage to equipment.
WARNINGS:
1. Improperly attached hoses or nozzles can fly out under compressor pressure.
Make sure all connections are tight before turning compressor ON.
2. There is risk of dust or dirt projectiles being released if the compressor hose or
nozzles are not clean when the compressor is turned on.
3. Wearing protective goggles while operating these appliances can protect eyes from
flying particles of dust and dirt.
4. Keep out of reach of children. These appliances are not toys!
5. Replace worn or defective parts immediately - contact Vector
®
customer
service department at (954)584-4446 or toll free at 866-584-5504.
6. During AC recharge, make sure that the AC charging adapter is kept away from
water or moisture during use. If recharging around water, make sure the 110 volt
AC outlet is GFCI protected.
7. Make sure all cords and adapter wires are placed so they are not tripped over or
damaged by pinching, abrading or cutting. Do not place wires near moving
objects, doors or sharp objects.
8. Never exceed recommended pressures - bursting articles can cause serious injury.
Always check pressure with the pressure gauge.
9. Do not carry charger and adapters by their cords; carry items by the body of unit
itself.
10. There are no user serviceable parts except for replaceable battery pack, AC
recharge adapter, and hose.
11. Do not operate unit if there is any evidence of damage.
12. Never use air compressor or inflator near flammable liquids, gas or open flames.
13. Keep working area well lit.
14. Do not direct air into eyes, ears, nose or other parts of the body.
CAUTIONS:
1. When the compressor or lamp are powered from external DC, make sure the
voltage is rated at 12 volt DC. Do not operate with 6 volts or 24 volts.
2. Make sure that the appliances are not operated continuously for more than
10 minutes. Allow to cool for at least five minutes before turning back on.
3. Make sure battery pack is fully charged before operating. Recharge every 60
days for the recommended time to extend life of battery pack’s internal battery.
For immediate use, attach the DC adapter and operate the appliances from an
external 12 volt DC source.
4. To avoid over-inflation, carefully follow instructions on articles to be inflated.
5. Never leave appliances unattended while in use. Allow compressor to cool for five
minutes after 10 minutes of continuous operation.
6. Do not use accessories that are not designed to be used with these appliances.
7. Do not place battery pack on heater; and keep it out of sunlight.
8. Do not charge battery when it is at or above 122° F (50° C). Allow the battery
pack to cool before charging.
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CONTENTS
1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2. Additional key features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3. Attaching the compressor’s air hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4. Powering the compressor or lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4.1 Powering from the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4.2 DC power adapter use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5, 6
5. Charging/recharging the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5.1 AC Recharge of battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7
6. Compressor/tire inflator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
6.1 Tire inflation or products with a valve stem . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8
6.2 Inflate other articles (without valve stem) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
7. Typical inflation times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
8. Lantern light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
8.1 Parts replacement lantern light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
8.2 Quartz halogen bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 11
8.3 Fluorescent lamp replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
9. Maintenance/replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
10. Battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
11. Battery disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
12. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Warranties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
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