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Midtronics B.V. Hoofdveste 6 3992 DG HOUTEN
www.midtronicseurope.com
When the tester is first used the operator is asked to enter a
couple of items such as language, date and time. Changes
can be made afterwards by going in to the Utility Menu and
selecting CONFIG TESTER.
Because of the possibility of personal injury, always use
extreme caution when working with batteries. Follow
all manufacturers’ instructions and BCI (Battery Council
International) safety recommendations.
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Battery acid is highly corrosive. If acid enters your eyes,
immediately flush them thoroughly with running cold
water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
If battery acid gets on your skin or clothing, wash imme-
diately with water and baking soda.
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Always wear proper safety glasses or face shield when
working with or around batteries.
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Keep hair, hands, and clothing as well as the analyzer
cords and cables away from moving engine parts.
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Remove any jewelry or watches before you start servic-
ing the battery.
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Use caution when working with metallic tools to prevent
sparks or short circuits.
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Never lean over a battery when testing, charging or jump
starting it.
The tester is manufactured in line with the latest state of the
art and according to recognised safety standards. If used
incorrectly or misused, however, it can cause
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injury or death to the user or a third party,
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damage to the tester and other material assets belonging
to the operator,
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inefficient operation of the tester.
All persons involved in commissioning, operating, maintai-
ning and servicing the tester must
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be suitably qualified,
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have knowledge of and experience in dealing with testers
and batteries and
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read and follow these operating instructions carefully.
STARTING THE TESTER FOR
THE FIRST TIME
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
WARNING
RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. NEVER SMOKE OR
ALLOW A SPARK OR FLAME IN THE VICINITY OF A
BATTERY.
Batteries can produce a highly explosive mix of hydro-
gen gas and oxygen, even when the battery is not in
operation. Always work in a well-ventilated area.
DANGER
CHAPTER 1:
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
The safety symbol followed by
the word WARNING or CAUTION
indicates instructions for avoiding
hazardous conditions and personal
injury.
The word CAUTION indicates instruc-
tion for avoiding equipment damage.
The wrench symbol indicates proce-
dural notes and helpful information.
The text for keypad buttons and
soft-key functions are in bold capital
letters.
The text for screen options are in
regular capital letters.
Convention
Description
CAUTION
UP ARROW
CAPITAL LETTERS
CONVENTIONS
SAFETY
Before using your tester, we recommend that you register it
online to activate your warranty. Registration will also make
it faster and easier for you to obtain technical support and
service, and order parts and accessories. In addition, you'll be
alerted to any important information, like product updates
and special offers.
To register, log on at www.midtronics.com/warranty.html
and have you serial number ready. The number is at the
bottom of the label on the back of the analyzer.
Serial number location
REGISTERING YOUR ANALYZER
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
