Vector VEC012B Portable Generator User Manual


 
14
OPERA
TION AS A 12 VOLT DC PORTABLE POWER SUPPLY
The 12 volt DC outlet provides 15 amps maximum current for 12 volt DC operat-
ed appliances.
1. Lift up the cover of the unit’s 12 volt DC accessory outlet (See Figure 2).
2. Insert the 12 volt DC plug from the appliance into the outlet on the unit.
3. Switch on the appliance, and operate as usual.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE THIS UNIT TO OPERATE APPLIANCES THAT
DRAW MORE THAN 20 AMPS DC.
Table I - Using the unit as a 12 volt DC Power Supply
Appliance Estimated Power Usage Operating Time
(Watts) (hours)
Cell phone 1 1-1/2 (talk time)
Fluorescent light 4 40
Radio, fan, depth finder 9 24
Camcorder, VCR, spotlight 15 14
Power tools, bilge pump 24 10
Car vacuum 80 2
NOTE: All times are approximate and based upon a fully charged unit.
EMERGENCY AREA LIGHT
The Area Light is controlled by an ON/OFF switch. Make sure the area light is turned
OFF when the unit is being recharged or stored.
JUMP ’N CHARGE SPECIFICATIONS
Model No . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VEC012B
Maximum Output Current (instant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .450 Amps
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Approximately 17.8 lbs. (8.0 Kg)
Battery Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Volt, 19AH/20HR Sealed
Rechargeable Non-Spillable, Lead-Acid
Jumper Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Heavy Duty, Welding Cable
Cables Clamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 450 Amp, Copper Clamps
Area Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ultra Bright LEDs
Vehicle Test Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Greater than 3 Volts
Accessory Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Self-Resetting Breaker 20 Amps
DC Charging Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Volt DC
Reverse Polarity Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Volts (min)
12 Volt Outlet Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Amp
Charger Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Volt DC 6 Amp Maximum
Alternator Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13.5 - 16.0 Volt