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VEC270MG
260 PSI AIR COMPRESSOR
CORDLESS RECHARGEABLE
OWNER’S MANUAL
& WARRANTY INFORMATION
Features Inflation Uses Power Uses—12 Volt
Compact Car Tires Cellular Phones
Lightweight Bicycle Tires Lights
Portable Minivan Tires Radios
Powerful Sports Equipment Small Appliances
Rugged Air Mattresses TVs
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING
SAFETY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE OF THIS
PRODUCT. BEFORE USING,
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Page 2 of 16 260 PSI AIR COMPRESSOR CORDLESS RECHARGEABLE VEC270MG
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TABLE OF CONTENTS VEC270MG 1. SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS ........................................ 4 1.1. Safety Symbols........................................................................................ 4 1.2. Charging Instructions............................................................................... 4 A. Initial Use ................................................................................................. 4 B. End of use/Recharge.................
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1. SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS 1.1. Safety Symbols The following symbols will be used throughout this manual. DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury. ! WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury. → NOTICE indicates imp
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C. Maintenance/Recharge/Stored Item Recharge the unit every 3 to 6 months even if the unit has not been used. D. General Safety Precautions 1. Completely read this product manual as well as all interactive applicable manufacturers’ and/or vehicles’ manuals and safety guidelines. 2. Be familiar with the proper use of the unit and all interactive applicable manufacturers’ products. 3. Never exceed recommended pressures or over inflate tires/inflatable items. Bursting articles
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16. Never put metal objects into the 12 volt DC power outlet. Never insert anything other than the supplied power/recharging cords or recommended appliance power/recharging cords into the 12 volt DC charging/power outlet on this unit. Do not use any accessory that is not recommended or provided by the manufacturer. Use only the supplied cords/adapters for recharging this unit. 17. Always replace the fuse with the same type and amp rating. Never use a higher amperage fuse rating. 18
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The VEC270MG 260 PSI AIR COMPRESSOR CORDLESS RECHARGEABLE is a compact, durable and portable system that features: • Standard tire valve chuck, • Twin fluorescent worklight and • 12 volt DC power source and outlet. It is ideal for use with Vector 12 volt DC cordless, portable, rechargeable products ® and MAXX SST DC/AC Power Inverters. Use the VEC270MG 260 PSI AIR COMPRESSOR CORDLESS RECHARGEABLE to: Operate: 12 volt DC fans, inflators, fluorescent worklights, cell phones*
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13 9 8 1 6 7 2 3 5 4 1. Built-in Twin Fluorescent Tube Emergency Worklight 2. ON/OFF Compressor’s Power Switch 3. LAMP ON/OFF Switch (for worklight) 4. AC Recharge Adapter Barrel Connector Outlet 5. LED Charging/Battery Status Indicators 6. Charge Status Push Button 7. 12 Volt DC Accessory Outlet, with 15 Amp Overload Protection 8. Air Vent 9. Rubberized Handle and Base 10. 20” Air Hose and Coupler 11. 120 volt UL listed AC/DC Charging Adapter Cord 12. DC Charging Adapte
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13. 10. 3. OPERATION - RECHARGING → NOTICE: BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED BEFORE INITIAL USE. IT IS RECOMMENDED TO USE 120 VOLT AC ADAPTER. If the power is totally drained from the battery and not recharged, the battery may not be rechargeable. CAUTION: This unit is NOT intended for recharging a vehicle’s battery. Never start the vehicle when the 12 volt DC recharging adapter is plugged into the vehicle accessory outlet. Never insert anything other than the supplied power/recharging
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→ NOTICE: Do not operate the unit while recharging with the 120 volt AC adapter. Damage will occur to the unit/accessory. 3.2. 12 Volt DC Recharging CAUTION: This unit is NOT intended for recharging a vehicle’s battery. Never start the vehicle when the 12 volt DC recharging adapter is plugged into the accessory outlet. 1) Insert the 12 volt DC recharging adapter into the 12 volt DC accessory outlet. 2) Insert the other end into the vehicle accessory outlet. 3) The inflator shoul
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After the battery is charged, the inflator is ready for use. If the battery has not been charged, please see section 3.1 120 Volt AC Charging before continuing. 1. Remove valve stem cap and attach the universal adapter from the air inflator to the valve stem with the lever in the up position. Be sure to press universal adapter down over valve stem threads completely. Press down on the universal adapter's lever to lock onto valve stem when the adapter is firmly in place, (See FIGUR
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1. Select the appropriate nozzle, located on the inside back cover. 2. Insert appropriate adapter (i.e. needle) into connector (chuck) and close thumb latch. 3. Refer to “Typical Inflation Times” for approximate pressure and time. Small items such as volleyballs, footballs, etc. inflate very rapidly. 4. Insert adapter (I.e. needle) into item to inflate to appropriate pressure. 5. Turn ON compressor switch - inflate to desired pressure or fullness. 6. Remove adaptor. 4.3. Typical Infl
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Estimated usage Time in Appliance Type consumption in Hours Watts POWER TOOLS, BILGE PUMP 24 1-5 ELECTRIC COOLER 48 1-3 CAR VACUUM 80 1 → NOTICE: ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND ARE TYPICAL BUT MAY VARY DEPENDING UPON VEHICLE’S BATTERY CAPACITY. 6. EMERGENCY/WORKLIGHT The twin fluorescent tube worklight is controlled by an On/Off switch on the side of the unit. The 8 watt twin tubes (4 watts each) provide the necessary light when working in low or no light situations. → NOTIC
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! WARNING: Do not dispose of the battery in fire as this may result in an explosion. Before disposing of the battery, protect exposed terminals with heavy-duty electrical tape to prevent shorting (shorting can result in injury or fire!) Do not expose battery to fire or intense heat as it may explode. 7.3. Battery Disposal The VEC270MG contains a maintenance-free, non-spillable, sealed lead-acid battery–this battery is fully recyclable and should be accepted at any location that accep
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the retail purchase price of the product under any circumstances. Incidental and consequential damages are specifically excluded from coverage under this warranty. This product is not intended for commercial use. This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage to units from misuse or incorrect installation. Misuse includes wiring or connecting to improper polarity power sources. RETURN/REPAIR POLICY: Defective products, other than accessories, may be returned postage prepaid t
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keep the original packaging in case you need to ship the unit. When returning a product, include your name, address, phone number, dated sales receipt (or copy) and a description of the reason for return and product serial number. After repairing or replacing the unit, we will make every effort to return it to you within four weeks. WARRANTY ACTIVATION: Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Vector Manufacturing. Enter “VEC270MG as Model and “260 PSI AIR COMPRESSOR CORD
