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For 12-volt automotive starting batteries 

and starting/charging systems

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

BBT-205

Summary of Contents for BBT-205

Page 1: ...For 12 volt automotive starting batteries and starting charging systems INSTRUCTION MANUAL BBT 205...

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Page 3: ...r System Test 10 Starter System Test Results 11 Charging System Test 11 Charging System Test Results 11 Test Messages 13 Options Menu 15 Print Results 15 View Results 16 Perform Test 16 Set Address 17...

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Page 5: ...faster and easier for you to obtain technical support and service To register log on at www midtronics com warranty html and have your serial number ready The number is at the bottom of the label on...

Page 6: ...arging systems of passenger cars and light trucks It displays the test results in seconds and features a built in printer to provide customers with a copy of the results Additional features include th...

Page 7: ...custom header for your printed test results 4 Briefly press and hold the MENU button to display these options PRINT RESULTS VIEW RESULTS PERFORM TEST SET ADDRESS LANGUAGE Use the ARROW buttons to scro...

Page 8: ...emove the battery s surface charge Let the battery rest for at least 1 minute to recover before testing Connecting the Tester Connect the red clamp to the positive terminal and the black clamp to the...

Page 9: ...and their ranges are Standard Description Range CCA Cold Cranking Amps as specified by SAE The most common rating for cranking batteries at 0 F 17 8 C 100 1200 EN Europa Norm 100 1200 IEC Internationa...

Page 10: ...vehicle test the display alternates be tween the battery test results and the message PRESS FOR TO PRINT Because the printer is powered by the voltage of the battery you are test ing the battery volt...

Page 11: ...sults and the message PRESS FOR CHARGING TEST With the engine running press ENTER to continue IMPORTANT Before starting the test inspect the alternator drive belt A belt that is glazed or worn or lack...

Page 12: ...he battery Check the belts to ensure the alternator is rotat ing with the engine running Replace broken or slipping belts and retest Check the connections from the alternator to the battery If the con...

Page 13: ...Decision Interpretation CHARGING VOLTAGE HIGH continued The regulator controls voltage output based on the battery voltage under hood temperature and vehicle loads used In other words it controls the...

Page 14: ...egative to positive SURFACE CHARGE DETECTED The battery will hold a surface charge if the engine has been running or after the battery has been charged The tester may prompt you to remove the surface...

Page 15: ...p connections WIGGLE CLAMPS The clamps are not making good contact with the battery terminals Rock the clamps back and forth If there message reappears clean the terminals and reconnect the clamps Opt...

Page 16: ...oubleshooting see pages 18 and 19 View Results Select this option to view the last performed battery starter and charging system test Perform Test Select this option to perform a battery test without...

Page 17: ...ine 2 Line 3 Line 4 Line 5 Line 6 To create a header 1 Select SET ADDRESS from the menu 2 The cursor blinks below the character that is ready for editing Use the ARROW buttons to scroll to the charact...

Page 18: ...ble at most office supply stores The tester uses only thermal printing paper To replace the paper roll 1 Unlock the printer door by gently pressing forward on the red lever Remove the spent roll 2 Pla...

Page 19: ...error messages de scribed in the table Error Message Interpretation INSERT PAPER THEN PRESS Verify that the paper is inserted correctly Insert a new roll of paper Verify that the paper sensor is clea...

Page 20: ...yzer does not power on when you press and hold the MENU button replace the 9 volt battery Replacing the 9 Volt Battery The tester uses a 9 volt battery alkaline recommended that allows test ing of 12...

Page 21: ...Tester prompted Operating Temperature 18 C to 50 C 5 C to 40 C printer Test Range 100 1200 CCA 100 1200 SAE 100 550 DIN 100 1200 EN 100 550 IEC Built in Printer Powered by battery under test Voltage...

Page 22: ...a remanufactured tester This limited warranty applies only to the Midtronics battery tester and does not cover any other equipment wear and tear parts such as the cable static damage water damage ove...

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