Switching Operating State
Switch between Electric (Standby) and Engine (Diesel) operation
The Vector 8500 can run in two operating states: • DIESEL — Engine (Diesel) Operation • ELECTRIC — Electric (Standby) Operation The current state is shown in the status bar on the display.
Do not connect the power plug to any electrical outlet without checking that it meets the 460/3/60 and 30 Amp electrical requirements of the unit.
Ensure the power plug is clean and dry before connecting to any electrical outlet/receptacle.
The unit is equipped with automatic phase reversal which ensures that the electric motors will run in the correct direction. For safe, reliable Electric Operation, follow these guidelines: • NEVER connect the unit to a high voltage power source unless the START/RUN - OFF switch is in the OFF position. • The power supply cable and circuit breaker must comply with local electrical code and unit specifications. • The power supply cable must be equipped with a ground connection. • Repairs or maintenance to the supply voltage circuit should only be performed by licensed/authorized personnel.
Engine to Electric
If the standby electric cable is not already in place, ensure the external power circuit breaker is OFF, then connect the cable to the unit receptacle.
Turn the external circuit breaker ON.
Press and release the MENU key until the STANDBY soft key is displayed.
Press the STANDBY soft key. The STANDBY and DIESEL soft keys will display.
Press the STANDBY soft key to place the unit in Electric Operation. The unit will stop, the status bar will change to ELECTRIC, and the unit will restart in Electric Operation.
Electric to Engine
Press and release the MENU key until the STANDBY soft key is displayed.
Press the STANDBY soft key. The STANDBY and DIESEL soft keys will display.
Under no circumstances should any other starting aid be used to start the engine.
Press the DIESEL soft key to place the unit in Engine Operation. The unit will stop, the status bar will change to DIESEL, and the unit will restart in Engine Operation.
If the standby electric cable is in place and will not be needed, ensure the external power circuit breaker is OFF, disconnect the cable from the unit receptacle, and hang it up off the ground.