Vector VEC012B Portable Generator User Manual


 
SMART BATTERY CHARGER
The charger portion of the system is microprocessor-based and has three charge rate set-
tings, controlled by one switch. (See Figure 1).
1. Stage One- Rapid Start Charge
- delivers maximum charging amperage to “wake
up” any serviceable 12 volt battery. When battery reaches a maximum safe prede-
termined voltage, the charger will automatically move into Stage 2 of the charging
process.
2. Stage Two- Absorption Charge
maintains the maximum possible charge at a con-
stant, safe, predetermined voltage. During the phase, voltage absorption regula-
tion charge, the charging voltage remains constant, while the actual charging cur-
rent is reduced to allow for the maximum proper internal chemical energy transfer.
3. Stage Three- T
op-Off Charge voltage is automatically maintained and reduced to
a predetermined level while current is adjusted for a safe, effective 100% battery
charge (step-down regulation mode). This is ideal for topping off batteries that have
been in storage.
Stage One
BEEP
BEEP
OFF
Stage Two
Stage Three
CHARGING COMPLETE
Amps Size
2 amps
smaller batteries as in lawn mowers, snowmobiles,
motorcycles, etc.
4 amps mid sized batteries as in watercraft and motorcycles
6 amps automobile batteries
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BATTERY STATUS DISPLAY
To check the battery status press the PUSH button ‘For Battery Low Level Battery Status’.
1. If all 4 indicators light (1 green light and 3 red lights) the battery is fully charged.
2. If 3 red indicators light, the battery is useable.
3. If 2 red indicators light, the battery is 1/2 discharged. Recharging is
recommended.
4. If 1 red indicator lights, the battery needs a full recharge.
Figure 1