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#5700

Alpha MUTT

Shop Model

#5705

Alpha MUTT

Bench-Top Model

#5700A

Alpha MUTT

w/ ABS Shop Model

#5705A

Alpha MUTT

w/ ABS

Bench-Top Model

#5700A-RT

Alpha MUTT

w/ ABS &

Rugged Tablet Shop Model

#5705A-RT

Alpha MUTT

w/ ABS &

Rugged Tablet Bench-Top Model

ALPHA MUTT

Mobile Universal Trailer Tester

Set-

Up Information • Operator’s Manual • Technical Information

For All Models

Innovative Products of America

Incorporated

234 Tinker Street, Woodstock, NY 12498

888-786-7899 | [email protected] | www.ipatools.com

Summary of Contents for Alpha MUTT 5700

Page 1: ...pha MUTT w ABS Rugged Tablet Shop Model 5705A RT Alpha MUTT w ABS Rugged Tablet Bench Top Model ALPHA MUTT Mobile Universal Trailer Tester Set Up Information Operator s Manual Technical Information Fo...

Page 2: ...series units 5700 Alpha MUTT Shop Model 5705 Alpha MUTT Bench Top Model 5700A Alpha MUTT with ABS Shop Model 5705A Alpha MUTT with ABS Bench Top Model 5700A RT Alpha MUTT with ABS and Rugged Tablet Sh...

Page 3: ...ith the tester for maintenance operation repair and replacement IPA truly wants you to be 100 satisfied with your purchase The Alpha MUTT includes a 3 Year Warranty and 24 Hour Repair or Replace Polic...

Page 4: ...Face Shield Lid For Shop Models For Bench Top Models 4 7 Bench Top Model Mounting Options Carry Handle Option Bottom Mount Option Back Mount Option General Controls And Operations 5 1 Electrical Cont...

Page 5: ...Override Mode Air Brake Testing 9 1 Testing Set Up 9 2 Setting Desired Working Pressure 9 3 Leak Down Testing Emergency Side Leak Down Testing Service Side Leak Down Testing 9 4 Actuating Air Brakes...

Page 6: ...etal Exploded View 15 6 Bench Top Model Body Exploded View 15 7 Bench Top Model Base Exploded View 15 8 Alpha MUTT Faceplate Exploded View 15 9 Alpha MUTT Circuit Board Exploded View 15 10 Alpha MUTT...

Page 7: ...Part 1 Part 1 Introduction...

Page 8: ...lure cause analytics The added convenience of a tablet provides inspection reports which eliminate the burden of time consuming paperwork Made proudly in the USA each Alpha MUTT features a rugged desi...

Page 9: ...ed The warranty repair return procedures require that the proof of purchase must be established either by warranty card from the seller or by point of purchase receipt invoice and the manufacturer mak...

Page 10: ...er Serial Number on Bench Top Models Can be found on the front of the tester Firmware Version Number The Firmware version number will display on the LCD Menu Screen when you power the tester on Softwa...

Page 11: ...Remotes and Battery Accessories Nylon Bag All Alpha Models 5700 BT AS Bluetooth Antenna Remotes and Battery Accessories Nylon Bag All Alpha Models CBL OBD2MF 12 12 Bluetooth Antenna Extension Cable R...

Page 12: ...p Models CVR 0002 Rain Cover Unpack and Start Up Box Box 1 of 3 Shop Models 1 5 Optional Accessories Part Description Includes Image Optional For 7900K 1 50 AS 50 Foot 7 Way Cable X All Alpha Models 5...

Page 13: ...Part 2 Part 2 General Safety Instructions...

Page 14: ...y potential to ignite flammable liquids such as fuel or oil Wire overloads can cause electrical failures Shock hazard exists Symbol 3 Potential explosive air hazard Pneumatic pressures used with this...

Page 15: ...arts where they could be damaged Unplug power cord by grasping and pulling on the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting charger from outlet Charger power cord uses an equipment grounding conduc...

Page 16: ...Part 3 Specifications Part 3...

Page 17: ...12 16 Gauge Powder Coated Steel Construction Weight 85 lbs Overall Dimensions 23 W x 45 H x 18 5 D Battery Compartment 14 W x 15 5 H x 13 D Shelf Space 14 W x 11 H x 13 D 3 2 Alpha Mutt Bench Top Mode...

Page 18: ...Specifications Operating System Android 7 1 Screen Size 8 0 Display Resolution WXGA 1280 x 800 Touch Screen Wet Touch Glove Touch Modes Stylus Included Memory 16GB Internal Micro SD Up to 256GB Connec...

Page 19: ...Part 4 Part 4 Initial Setup...

Page 20: ...4 W x 15 5 H x 13 D Battery protection Inline 30A fuse for overcharge Battery must be clean and leak free Identify battery polarity Attach ring terminal with red heat shrink to positive side and ring...

Page 21: ...er end into an AC outlet to charge the tester WARNING Input is output If you use the 24V wiring configuration the tester will provide 24V of power out of the trailer plugs Make sure the trailer you ar...

Page 22: ...Models The Alpha MUTT Shop Models feature a hanging bracket on the back side as well as mounts for the gladhand hoses on both ends of the rear handle 1 Make sure Power Source switch is in OFF positio...

Page 23: ...lid down gently until it rests on the face s side walls Lock the lid with the attached rubber tab when not in use to avoid unintentional openings For Bench Top Models To open unlock the rubber tabs o...

Page 24: ...a truck or wall mount to a cart or simple carry it around the shop All bench top models are shipped with the carry handle option pre installed To change remove the four screws on the handle brackets a...

Page 25: ...Bottom Mounting Option Assembled View Exploded View Top View with Dimensions 4 6...

Page 26: ...Back Mounting Option Assembled View Front View with Dimensions Exploded View 4 7...

Page 27: ...Part 5 Part 5 General Controls and Operations...

Page 28: ...a port H Ground Integrity Solid green LED indicates good ground Blinking red LED indicates a bad poor ground Ground integrity is automatically verified when power is turned on I Trouble Warning Indica...

Page 29: ...1 Push the Power Source switch to PRIMARY SOURCE or SECONDARY SOURCE to power on the tester 2 Prior to shutting down exhaust all air from the brake lines and return all air control switches to the CL...

Page 30: ...ncy Side Out For connecting the Emergency Side gladhand hose red E Air Regulator Knob Adjusts air pressure F Service Side Air Pressure Gauge Shows Service Side air pressure G Service Side Brake Contro...

Page 31: ...ting air brakes on a trailer C 7 Way Round Pin Cable Out to Trailer For connecting 7 way round pin trailer to the MUTT to test electrical circuits D Air Exhaust E 20 Amp Independent Power Input For co...

Page 32: ...sure F Service Side Air Pressure Gauge Shows Service Side air pressure G Service Side Brake Control Switch For filling or exhausting Service Side air lines H Service Side Air Ball Valve Opens closes o...

Page 33: ...for battery charging B Shop Air Input A bulk head air input that is used to connect an air compressor to the MUTT for testing air brakes on a trailer C Bluetooth Communication Port For connecting the...

Page 34: ...ld the Clearance button while turning the Alpha MUTT s main power ON 2 Continue to hold the button for two seconds and then release 3 The remote control is now programmed How to Use the 12 Button Remo...

Page 35: ...ge the Tablet with the Ac Plug The included tablet is charged before shipping The AC plug charging head and cable are stored in the accessories bag Plug the smaller end of the cable into the charging...

Page 36: ...te or ABS App update as required Once downloaded email the app update file to the account set up on your tablet Download the app update file from your email to your tablet Computer to Tablet Log in to...

Page 37: ...Part 6 Part 6 Bluetooth...

Page 38: ...n be installed directly into the Bluetooth Communication Port on the right side of the tester or you can use the Bluetooth Antenna Extension cable included with your unit Shop models include a 12 cabl...

Page 39: ...to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio f...

Page 40: ...Part 7 Part 7 Operating the Alpha MUTT App...

Page 41: ...nts can be created for each tablet To access the Settings menu you must sign in as administrator By default the administrator password is set as ADMIN The Settings menu can be accessed by pressing the...

Page 42: ...ns Home Screen Testing Screen Reports Screen Help Screen Settings Screen Multiple Inspection Creator Screen Sideswipe for alternate screens Notes Screen Optional Classic Views for Diagnostics Swipe ri...

Page 43: ...atically tests one circuit at a time in a clockwise rotation then submits report E Battery Voltage Displays battery voltage when connected F Ground Integrity Red light indicates a bad poor ground or b...

Page 44: ...Part 8 Part 8 Electrical and Lighting Testing...

Page 45: ...oper expansion Over time the pins may bend in slightly resulting in a poor connection between the connector and the cable ends A flat head screwdriver can be used to expand the pins until a tight conn...

Page 46: ...automatically set to Ground Integrity when power is turned on 12 Button Remote Control 1 Press and release the desired circuit s button 2 Press the Next or Previous Circuit buttons to cycle through ci...

Page 47: ...b 12 Button Remote Control 1 Press and release the Autocyle button on the 12 button remote The AUX 2 indicator should illuminate 2 A five second delay commences between circuit sections 3 Circuits are...

Page 48: ...detected Refer to Part 8 4 Fault Indication Open Circuit Chassis and Pin Grounds A poor ground warning may be an indication that the connected trailer is only wired for chassis ground There are two gr...

Page 49: ...is crossed with flashes The Alpha MUTT also provides an audible alert beep Short Overloaded Circuit Short circuits or overloads can occur when a positive hot wire touches ground They can also occur d...

Page 50: ...vated manually with the remote controls or via the tablet Manually 1 To activate deactivate press the Hazard button 12 Button Remote Control 1 To activate press and hold the Hazards button Tablet 1 To...

Page 51: ...uits On mode will typically result in an overload because the amperage draw will exceed the maximum of 20 amps All Circuits On mode can be accessed manually by remote control or with the tablet Manual...

Page 52: ...Part 9 Part 9 Air Brake Testing...

Page 53: ...p air to the air inlet on the tester 5 Listen for any air leaks where the shop air connects to the tester to avoid erroneous results 9 2 Setting Desired Working Pressure 1 Turn the Alpha MUTT on by se...

Page 54: ...setting the Emergency Side air ball valve to OPEN and attempt to find the source of the leak in the air system Service Side Leak Down Testing 1 Set the Emergency Side and Service Side air ball valves...

Page 55: ...brake control switch to PRESSURIZE 3 To disengage brakes push the Service Side brake control switch to EXHAUST 4 Repeat as necessary Actuate Brakes with 12 Button Remote Control 1 Charge the Emergenc...

Page 56: ...te View on the tablet to engage the service air brakes 4 Press the Air Brakes button on the tablet again to disengage the brakes 5 Repeat as necessary 9 5 Emergency Air Exhaust To apply the parking br...

Page 57: ...Part 10 Part 10 ABS Diagnostics...

Page 58: ...w to display codes These codes are traditionally accessed through two methods The simple analog method is commonly referred to as the Blink Code Method Each manufacturer differs in the way blink codes...

Page 59: ...The trailer s ECU will automatically broadcast back the ECU make model vin and mileage along with other basic information This information is then stored inside the internal computer of the Alpha MUTT...

Page 60: ...Sub Menu 2 selected and the Stored SID and FMI codes displayed turn the control knob clockwise to cycle through the fault codes Fig 2 A Press the control knob Fig 2 B to read the Fault Description Fig...

Page 61: ...n the tester s face 3 Press REQUEST ABS ECU INFORMATION to populate the MAKE MODEL SERIAL TRAILER VIN TRAILER MILEAGE and ABS LAMP STATUS fields The ABS CIRCUIT STATUS light will illuminate green and...

Page 62: ...but above normal operational range that is engine overheating 1 Data valid but below normal operational range that is engine oil pressure too low 2 Data erratic intermittent or incorrect 3 Voltage ab...

Page 63: ...30 Master Control Relay 31 Trailer Brake Slack Out of Adjustment Forward Axle Left 32 Trailer Brake Slack Out of Adjustment Forward axle Right 33 Trailer Brake Slack Out of Adjustment Rear Axle Left...

Page 64: ...ke Signal Sensor 1 78 Brake Signal Sensor 2 79 Tire Dimension Supervision 80 Vehicle Deceleration Control 81 Trailer ABS Warning Light Bulb 82 Brake Torque Output Axle 1 Left 83 Brake Torque Output Ax...

Page 65: ...Part 11 Inspections and Reporting Part 11...

Page 66: ...ections 1 To begin select ELECTRICAL INSPECTION from the main menu Make sure there is Bluetooth connectivity between the tablet and the Alpha MUTT 2 Enter all required information a Vin b Unit c Repor...

Page 67: ...R if you have more trailers to inspect Press SAVE AND SHOW REPORT if you are finished and want to view the Electrical Testing results 7 From the Reports screen you can view the results log and view no...

Page 68: ...til a PASS result is achieved See PASS RESULT for further steps after PASS has been achieved 6 If you do not fix the issues you can either press SAVE AND TEST NEW TRAILER if you have more trailers to...

Page 69: ...n Creator section of the app See Section 7 6 INSPECTION CREATION TAB for more details 3 Enter UNIT and REPAIR ORDER Inspection cannot begin without this information 4 Once entered press BEGIN INSPECTI...

Page 70: ...ow Comments are saved to the report as SECTION LINE COMMENT D Images Images can be taken with the tablet s camera during inspection or assigned from the tablet s gallery To take an image press the CAM...

Page 71: ...ext in the pop up window Comments are saved to the report as CATEGORY LINE COMMENT D Images Images can be taken with the tablet s camera during inspection or assigned from the tablet s gallery To take...

Page 72: ...T to send the report to any available printer 6 Press PREVIEW to view a printable version of the report 7 To share report from the Reports tab preview the desired report then press the three dots icon...

Page 73: ...the Defaults section Remember to toggle on your NEW TEMPLATE if you wish to use it during inspections 6 Add or delete lines by entering the Edit mode for each category Press the EDIT button to begin 7...

Page 74: ...ch ipatools com Repair Order 9876 Unit 1234 Connection Type 7 Way Round Electrical Test Circuit Open Crossed Short Voltage Current Wattage Min Max TAIL TAG PASS PASS PASS 12 226V 0 137A 1 7W 0 008 21...

Page 75: ...e G Tractor Protection Valve H Air Compressor I Electric Brakes J Hydraulic Brakes K Vacuum System L Antilock Brake System M Auto Brake Adjusters 2 Coupling Devices A Fifth Wheels B Pintle Hooks C Dra...

Page 76: ...om its normal position B Spring Assembly C Torque Radius or Tracking Components 9 Frame A Frame Members B Tire and Wheel Clearance C Adjustable Axle Assemblies Sliding Subframes 10 Tires A Tires on an...

Page 77: ...ed Stop Turn Lights E 2 Red Clearance Lights F 3 Red ID Lights 3 General A Inspect Lubricate Landing Gear B Inspect Sand Shoes Flat C Inspect Bracing for Legs 4 Sub Frame A Inspect Rails and Crossmemb...

Page 78: ...d Thickness Min 1 4 A Left Front B Left Rear C Right Front D Right Rear 12 Tires A Inspect Rims No Cracks Elongated B Inspect Tires for Irregular Wear C Inspect Wheel Fasteners 13 Tread Depth Min 4 32...

Page 79: ...Part 12 Part 12 Updating Firmware...

Page 80: ...e Menu Control knob while turning the tester on to initiate the Interface Firmware Update The Aux 2 and Bluetooth lights will turn green to indicate the update is processing When complete the tester w...

Page 81: ...Part 13 Part 13 Maintenance...

Page 82: ...remove battery when placing the Alpha MUTT into long term storage If battery acid leaks into the battery compartment clean the battery compartment with a solution of baking soda and warm water then ri...

Page 83: ...ll determine the best level of service to provide for the tester There are three levels of repair Fix Over the Phone Tech support will walk the customer through the repair over the phone No parts or i...

Page 84: ...r Covers Shipping Tester Serviced Sent Back to Customer IPA Covers Shipping Tester Serviced Sent Back to Customer Customer Covers Shipping If In Warranty If Out of Warranty Parts Sent to Customer IPA...

Page 85: ...Part 14 Part 14 Troubleshooting...

Page 86: ...r airplane mode to turn off all wireless communication Can all functions of the Alpha MUTT be used without the tablet Virtually every function of the Alpha MUTT can be used without the tablet with the...

Page 87: ...signaling there is an Active Fault but the Alpha MUTT detects no communication from the ABS ECU on the trailer This symptom can be the result of poor wire connection at the 7 way connection or the ma...

Page 88: ...onnections Spread and grease pins Trailer circuit is disconnected Check trailer wiring Current draw from trailer is too low or nonexistent Make sure trailer lights are connected Short Overload Warning...

Page 89: ...Part 15 Part 15 Exploded Views and Diagrams...

Page 90: ...0 1R 1 FACE 2 005700 2R 1 HEAD 3 005700 3R 1 HEAD BASE 4 005700 4R 1 FACE SHIELD 5 005700 5R 2 ACCESS PANEL 6 005700 6R 1 BATTERY BAR 7 005700 15R 4 SIDE HANDLE BRACKET 8 005700 8R 1 BODY 9 005700 9R...

Page 91: ...2 2 TIRE 12 DIAM BLACK 4 005700 6R 1 BATTERY RETAINING BAR 5 005700 CHG AS 1 12V 10A CHARGER 6 005700 CHGCORD AS 1 12V 10A CHARGER CORD ASSY 7 005700 9R 1 5700 BATTERY COVER 8 005700 CASTPLT AS 4 CAS...

Page 92: ...ITEM PART QTY DESCRIPTION 1 005700 3R 1 5700 BASE 2 7900K 13A 1 CHASIS GROUND 3 MUT AIROUT AS 2 BULK HEAD ASSEMBLY 4 MUT SOLX AS 1 2 WAY SOLENOID 5 005700 5R 1 ACCESS PANEL 6 SR0014 2 1 375 GROMMET 7...

Page 93: ...P 26 AS 1 MILLED BULKHEAD 1 4 NPT FITTING 3 BUZ AS2 1 PIEZO 4 005700 2R 1 5700 BACK 5 7900K 8Z 1 7 WAY ROUND 6 N A 1 BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY 7 MUT EXTPWR2 AS 1 EXT POWER 8 N A 1 PLC ASSEMBLY 9 005700 5R 1...

Page 94: ...iew ITEM PART QTY DESCRIPTION 1 005700 4R 1 5700 LID 2 005705 2R 1 5705 BACK 3 005700 1R 1 5700 FACE 4 005700 15R 4 SIDE HANDLE BRACKET 5 005705 1R 1 5705 BASE 6 005700 5R 2 ACCESS PANEL 7 005700 13R...

Page 95: ...HANDLE 5 BUZ AS2 1 PIEZO 6 RFB0001 4 1 RECESSED FOOT W WASHER 7 005705 13R 1 OBD PLATE 8 005700 OBD2M 1 OBD2 MALE CONNECTOR 9 005705 14R 1 ODB BRACKET 10 7900AP 26 AS 2 FNPTX PUSH MILLED BULKHEAD 11 5...

Page 96: ...CRIPTION 1 CBL USB3FTMF 1 USB PORT CABLE 2 005705 1R 1 5705 BASE 3 7900K 13A 1 CHASSIS GROUND JACK 4 7900K 8Z 2 7 WAY ROUND 5 MUT AIROUT AS 2 BULKHEAD ASSEMBLY 6 SERIAL TAG 1 UNIT SERIAL NUMBER 7 0057...

Page 97: ...KNOB 8 7900K 2A 2 ENCODER CAP 9 7900K 32 4 6 32 SCREW 10 5700 1R 1 5700 FACE PANEL 11 CBL USB3FCHG AS 1 USB CABLE MOLEX 12 7900K 24 4 STANDOFF 13 FAS 0001 4 STANDOFF WASHER 14 005700 7 1 LCD DISPLAY 1...

Page 98: ...N 1 5700 RECPLT AS 1 MUTT BLE ANTENNA PORT 2 BUZ AS2 1 AUXILIARY WIRING HARNESS PORT 3 5700 HRNSPLC 1 PLC MODULE K005700A MOD AS PORT 4 007900K 35ANT 1 RF ANTENNA PORT 5 N A 5 GROUNDING POINTS FOR EXT...

Page 99: ...CRIPTION 1 9008 8 1 RUBBER STRAP 2 005700 4R 1 5700 FACE SHIELD 3 005700 4 2 GAS PISTONS 4 N A 1 TABLET CRADLE 5 N A 1 TABLET Tablet and Cradle are unit specific For replacement part numbers see inclu...

Page 100: ...Part 16 Part 16 Schematics and Wiring Diagrams...

Page 101: ...GRAMS 16 1 External Power Assembly 16 2 PLC Harness DESC 5700 External Power Assembly PART 5700 EXTPWR AS REV A 01 Date 4 25 2018 DESC PLC Harness PART 5700 HRNSPLC REV A 02 Date 5 16 2018 Each wire i...

Page 102: ...16 3 Internal Power Harness 16 4 Buzzer Assembly DESC 5700 Internal Power Harness PART 5700 INTPWR AS REV A 02 Date 5 02 2018 DESC 5700 Buzzer Assembly PART BUZ AS2 REV A 04 Date 4 20 2018 16 2...

Page 103: ...5 USB Charger Port 16 6 7 Way Harness with Connector DESC 5700 USB Charge Port PART CBL USB3FCHG AS REV A 02 Date 4 24 2018 DESC 7 Way Harness w Connector PART 5700 7WAY AS REV A 02 Date 4 24 2018 16...

Page 104: ...ocket Jumper DESC 5700 Internal Battery Charger Cable PART 5700 CHGCORD AS REV A 02 Date 6 06 2018 Both green wires crimped in QC0001 Cable stripped back 1 5 from cut end DESC 5700 USB Charge Port PAR...

Page 105: ...wiring to trailer s wiring On some trailers with 6 way round plugs the 12V wire and electric brake wire may be reversed particularly horse trailers 4 5 Pin View from Front of Socket 4 5 Pin View from...

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