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NOTE 1:

 If the LCD reads " OUTPUT FAILED" it is recommended you run the 

test again with the engine at fast idle (2,000 RPM or more.)

If Measured Output is displayed 

the output may be low for some 

systems.  

ALTERNATOR TEST cont.

#43 12V ALTER.   

VOLT REG  PASSED 

DIODE     PASSED 

OUTPUT    FAILED

MAINTENANCE

CHECK OFTEN FOR LOOSE JAWS 

OR DAMAGED INTERNAL PLASTIC 

SHOULDER INSULATORS

BATTERY CLAMP/LEAD REPLACEMENT

Over time the battery clamps will need to be replaced if any of the following are indicated:

  CCA values seem to be way off.  

  If there is continuity between the copper jaws.  

  If there is excessive damage or corrosion to the cables or clamps.

Store clamps on posts as shown.

1.  Remove protective rubber boot from tester.

3.  Remove both volt lead Phillips head screws, 
 

lock washers, and flat washers using a 

 

Phillips screw driver.

4.  Remove the 8 mm hex head bolt, lock 
 

washer, and flat washer from the positive side 

 

current lead using an 8 mm socket.

2.  Remove battery cover on the back of the  
 

tester by removing the 4 Phillips head screws 

 

using a Phillips screw driver. 

  Both jaws of each clamp 

must firmly engage the 

battery terminal. The 

copper jaw contains the 

smaller gauge wire that 

reads the voltage and 

the silver jaw contains 

the larger conducting 

wire that draws the 

load in each test. Jaw 

insulation is necessary 

for accurate readings.  

Damaged clamps or 

loose wires will affect the 

readings. Keep clamps 

clean and in good repair.

   

IMPORTANT:  

High Regulation will damage 

the system. High Regulation is 

likely due to a faulty alternator 

and/or voltage regulator.

#43 12V ALTER.   

VOLT REG  FAILED

DIODES    PASSED

 'Y' TO CONTINUE

Summary of Contents for BVA-230OZR

Page 1: ...y s answer to portability in a professionally accurate load tester and system analyzer Auto Meter Products Inc 350 West Center Street Pleasant Grove Utah 84062 Service 801 785 0051 ext 223 Toll Free 8...

Page 2: ...Gauge Size 5 7 8 x 9 1 2 x 1 7 8 Memory Stores the last 150 tests Internal Battery 9 Volt Alkaline Weight 4 lbs What to Expect from the BVA 230OZR Immediately recognize a bad battery and perform a co...

Page 3: ...r Test 17 18 5 Other Menu Items Review Tests 19 Printing Test Results 20 Voltmeter 21 Setup 21 Contact Information 24 Note The BVA 230OZR checks and load tests 6 volt and 12 volt Batteries and tests t...

Page 4: ...empt to Load Test or charge a battery under 20 degrees Allow the battery to warm to room temperature before testing or charging Warning Never attach the BVA 230OZR to a battery that is connected to an...

Page 5: ...s a moment to send all the test data INSPECTION Valid automotive electrical system testing depends on all the components being in good operating condition In addition the battery MUST have sufficient...

Page 6: ...on off key Y Enter Key This key selects the next menu the cursor line item and answers yes to a test progression N Esc Key This key cancels a test or progression It also returns to the previous menu...

Page 7: ...om tester 3 Remove both volt lead Phillips head screws lock washers and flat washers using a Phillips screw driver 4 Remove the 8 mm hex head bolt lock washer and flat washer from the positive side cu...

Page 8: ...shows the test progress Be patient it can take up to 30 seconds for the voltage to stabilize Some vehicles have a fuel saving feature that shuts down the alternator If the tester detects a low chargi...

Page 9: ...n do the following If Battery in Vehicle was selected at the start of the Battery Test the unit will automatically go to the Alternator Test Inspect the connectors for excessive voltage drop Repair or...

Page 10: ...PREPARING FOR ALTERNATOR TEST N TO CANCEL Select Battery Test from the main menu and then press Y Enter Use the Up or Down key to move the cursor The options are Super Start Optima and Other Press Y...

Page 11: ...or N to go to the main menu 73 12V START CURRENT 60A FAILED Y TO CONTINUE TESTING BATTERY PLEASE WAIT S 22010 T 32 IS THIS A 6V BATTERY N OR Y REMOVING SURFACE CHARGE S 22010 T 32 Press the Up or Dow...

Page 12: ...D IN LAST QUARTER OF LIFE Y TO CONTINUE PREPARING FOR STARTER TEST N TO CANCEL STARTER TEST The starter test measures the amount of current needed to crank the engine and provides the initial informat...

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