Midtronics EXP-800, Instruction Manual

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Chapter 6: Battery Test EXP-800
Table 2: Battery Rating Systems
Rating
System Description Range
CCA Cold Cranking Amps (specified
by SAE): The amount of current a
battery can provide at 0 ºF (–17.8
ºC).
100 to 3000
CA Cranking Amps: The amount of
current a battery can provide at
32°F (0 ºC).
100 to 3000
MCA Marine Cranking Amps: The
amount of current a battery can
provide at 32°F (0 ºC).
100 to 3000
JIS Japanese Industrial Standard:
(shown on a battery as a
combination of numbers and
letters.
72 numbers
from 26A17 to
245H52
DIN (A) Deutsche Industrie-Norm 100 to 1000
SAE (A) European labeling of CCA 100 to 3000
IEC (A) International Electrotechnical
Commission
100 to 1000
EN (A) Europa-Norm 100 to 1700
8 Press an
UP or DOWN ARROW
key to select the BATTERY
RATING. Press
ENTER
.
If you select JIS, the analyzer asks for the JIS part number. Scroll
to the part number. To increase your scrolling speed, hold the
UP
or
DOWN ARROW
key, or use the
LEFT
or
RIGHT ARROW
key to move up or down four part numbers at a time. Press
ENTER
to continue.
9. Hold the analyzer two inches above the battery case so
that the IR temperature sensor on the underside of the EXP
can approximate the battery temperature. Press NEXT to
continue.
Additional Test Requireme nts and Messages
For a more decisive result the analyzer may ask for additional
information or further explore the battery’s condition. The
following messages and instructions may appear before the
analyzer displays the results.
System Noise Detected
The analyzer has detected computer, ignition noise, or parasitic
drain, and will attempt to retest. Make sure all vehicle loads are
off, doors are closed, and the ignition is in the off position. The
analyzer will automatically retest when it no longer detects
system noise. If the message reappears:
• You may be testing too close to a noise source, such as a
charger or other high-current device. If so, move away and
retest.
• If you are unable to find the source of the noise, fully
charge the battery and retest. If the message appears after
recharging, test the battery out of the vehicle.
• Disconnect the battery cables and retest.
Unstable Battery Detected
A battery that is weak or that has just been charged may retain
enough electrical activity to be detected by the analyzer
and will adversely affect the test results. A fully charged
battery should stabilize quickly, after which the analyzer
will automatically retest. Weak batteries should be charged
and retested. If the battery is fully charged, check the clamp
connections.
Deep Scan Test
In some cases the analyzer may need conduct a Deep Scan Test
for a few seconds to determine whether the battery should be
replaced or if it has a chance to be recovered.
Voltage Out of Range
The analyzer has detected two 12-volt batteries connected in
series. Disconnect the batteries and test them individually.
Battery Test Results
IMPORTANT: To print results the EXP must be connected to a
battery measuring 11.50 to 16.00 volts.
The EXP prints the results before displaying the battery
decision with an analysis in a series of screens. The analysis
includes the battery state-of-health (SOH). See Table 3 on the
next page for an explanation of the battery decisions.
NOTE:
When the option TRACK CALLS is enabled,
the EXP writes the results to the data card.
Use the
UP
or
DOWN ARROW
key to scroll to each screen. To
return to the Main Menu, press the
END
soft key. If you are
performing a System Test, press the
NEXT
key to continue with
the Starter System Test.
Battery
decision
Measured
voltage
Selected
rating
Battery
tempera-
ture
Measured
CCA
Test Code
for all
decisions
Estimated
charge time
if charging
needed