
Operating Instructions
PROFITEST H+E BASE, H+E BASE 32, H+E BASE C
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Initial Start-Up
General
Warning!
Danger!
The device should be checked to assure that it’s in good condition before initial start-up.
The device may only be used by trained personnel.
Inserting the Batteries
The device can be operated with two rechargeable or regular 9 V block batteries. The two battery
compartments (3) are opened in order to insert the batteries.
Battery polarity is identified in the battery compartment.
Warning!
It is absolutely essential to assure that battery polarity is not reversed.
The battery compartments are closed after the batteries have been inserted.
Only high quality regular or rechargeable batteries may be used!
Connecting the Power Pack
A 12 V power pack is included in scope of delivery of the diagnostics unit. The device can be
operated with either batteries or the power pack.
The power pack is connected by inserting its plug into the socket (2). The batteries are
disconnected from supply power when the power pack is connected.
Warning!
Use only the included power pack in order to avoid damage to the diagnostics unit!
Switching the Diagnostics Unit On
The on button (4) is pressed and held for about 4 seconds in order to switch the diagnostics unit
on. A start-up message appears. As soon as the start-up message is replaced with the normal
display (see page 7), the on button (4) can be released.
Switching the Diagnostics Unit Off
Briefly press the off button (3) in order to switch the device off.
The device is switched off after about 10 minutes if neither of the rotary switches (1 and 2) has
been activated during this time. Display illumination is switched off after just 30 seconds.