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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

GR8-1200 OEM

INNOVATION

TECHNOLOGY

QUALITY

WORLDWIDE

January 2009
167-000101A

Multitasking Battery and

Electrical Diagnostic Station

Summary of Contents for GR8-1200 OEM

Page 1: ...INSTRUCTION MANUAL GR8 1200 OEM INNOVATION TECHNOLOGY QUALITY WORLDWIDE January 2009 167 000101A Multitasking Battery and Electrical Diagnostic Station...

Page 2: ...GR8 1200 OEM Midtronics Inc 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook IL 60527 www midtronics com 2 This page intentionally left blank...

Page 3: ...ging In for the First Time 19 Bootup 19 Selecting A Language 19 User ID 19 Adding a User 19 Multitasking 20 Wireless Multitasking 20 Procedure Summary 20 Setting User Preferences 20 Help Menu 20 Chapt...

Page 4: ...cuit Test Results 42 Chapter 14 Digital Multimeter DMM 43 DMM 43 DC Volts 43 AC Volts 43 Scope 43 DC AMP requires the optional amp clamp 43 AC AMP requires the optional amp clamp 44 Temp 44 Ohm Meter...

Page 5: ...e 1 7 To reduce risk of electric shock unplug the charger from the AC outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Turning off the controls will not reduce this risk Remove marine boat batteri...

Page 6: ...it matches the output rating of the battery charger 4 Grounding Power Cord Connections 4 1 The charger must be grounded to reduce risk of electric shock The charger is equipped with an electric cord h...

Page 7: ...educe the risk of explosion 7 1 Before working on the vehicle firmly apply the emergen cy brake and place the gear shift to NEUTRAL shift an automatic transmission to PARK 7 2 Locate the charger as fa...

Page 8: ...explosion Follow these steps when the battery is installed in the vehicle to reduce the risk of explosion WARNING Make sure all vehicle loads are OFF to prevent a possible arc 8 1 Check the polarity o...

Page 9: ...Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of a battery WARNING REQUIRED BY CALIFORNIA PROP 65 Bat tery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals kno...

Page 10: ...ymbols and typographical conventions Table 2 Symbols And Typographical Conventions Assembling the GR8 The GR8 is shipped with the control module and mounting bracket packed separately For easy assembl...

Page 11: ...e module down at an angle until the bolts are inserted securely into the slots extending from the module s holes Installing the Multitasker Module The GR8 1200 comes with a bracket to hold the multita...

Page 12: ...l module Backlit graphical display and keypad for data entry oMultitasker module Dual connectors for testing more than one battery simultaneously pON OFF switch Turns power on and off to the GR8 qSTAT...

Page 13: ...ation for the serial numbers for the charger engine and the control module Both numbers are necessary for warranty registration nSerial number label for control module oSystem test cable connector pCa...

Page 14: ...m as part of the keys pARROW keys Press the ARROW keys to scroll to numerical values and move to menus and icons qPOWER Key Press the POWER key to turn the control module ON and OFF rTitle Bar The tit...

Page 15: ...r fashion the soft key below the left half of the screen cancels your choice or returns you to the previous screen although the word above it may also vary Examples BACK and CLEAR Menu Icons A menu ic...

Page 16: ...represent while others are menu icons that lead to two or more options Table 4 Main Menu Icons Menu Icon Description Automatically tests charges and provides battery decision using the information you...

Page 17: ...splays wireless communication quality and channel being used Lists the software version version date and serial number DMM Menu The DMM menu has icons for a temperature sensor and 9 test meters some o...

Page 18: ...the Edit Coupon utility use Coupon to turn it on and off Enables you to create a coupon at the bottom of printed test results Allows you to select degrees in C or F for temperature measurements Sets t...

Page 19: ...begin testing NOTE The BACK option is only available when the charger is used for the first time Adding a User 1 Use the DOWN ARROW key to scroll to ADD USER Press the NEXT soft key to continue 0 UNR...

Page 20: ...ed and removed to test another vehicle in the service bay thus acting as two tools in one The Multitasker will control the charge session when the control module is removed The charge session can be m...

Page 21: ...cause false test results Testing In Vehicle System Test Before starting the test inspect the alternator drive belt A belt that is glazed or worn or lacks the proper tension will prevent the engine fro...

Page 22: ...move the dot to the option button of your choice 1 IN VEHICLE 2 OUT OF VEHICLE 3 Use the UP or DOWN ARROW key to make your selections or press the corresponding numerical key 1 or 2 1 BELOW 250 MILES...

Page 23: ...es a decision GOOD BATTERY REPLACE BATTERY or REPLACE BAD CELL For diagnostic charge analysis progress is shown by the left to right movement of a progress bar Deep Scan Test In some cases the GR8 may...

Page 24: ...nd hold the STOP key until the charging session is aborted After aborting select NEXT to return to the Main Menu Completing a Charge Session The charge session is complete when the proper amount of ch...

Page 25: ...REPLACE BATTERY result may also mean a poor connection between the battery and the vehicle If you tested the battery using the System test disconnect the battery cables and retest using the Battery Te...

Page 26: ...it into the Control Module and follow the procedure for setting it to zero 4 Use the UP or DOWN ARROW key to make your selections or press the corresponding numerical key 1 or 2 1 BELOW 250 MILES 2 A...

Page 27: ...Press NEXT to continue Battery Test Results After the test the analyzer displays a battery decision with an analysis in a series of screens The analysis includes the battery state of health SOH and s...

Page 28: ...isplay the op tions STARTED and NO START Select STARTED to continue with an alternator test Select NO START to end the test process Starter System Test Results Screen 1 of 2 Average cranking voltage A...

Page 29: ...a few seconds the analyzer will ask you to turn on the accessory loads It will determine if the charging system is able to provide enough current for the demands of the electrical system IMPORTANT Tur...

Page 30: ...a built in regulator requiring you to replace the alternator In older vehicles that use external voltage regulators you may need to replace only the voltage regulator The regulator controls voltage ou...

Page 31: ...2 Select the LOCATION This is determined by whether the battery is in or out of a vehicle when it is tested 1 OUT OF VEHICLE 2 IN VEHICLE Press the NEXT soft key to continue 3 Use the UP or DOWN ARRO...

Page 32: ...un derside can approximate the battery temperature Press NEXT to continue Additional Test Requirements For a more decisive result the analyzer may ask for additional information or further explore the...

Page 33: ...erioration accelerates until it finally fails to start the vehicle Before failing the battery may start the vehicle under normal conditions but may not be able to operate in more extreme conditions Ex...

Page 34: ...ical key to move the dot to the option button of your choice 1 REGULAR FLOODED 2 AGM 3 AGM SPIRAL 4 Press the NEXT soft key Before entering the Power Supply Mode the GR8 will test the battery to deter...

Page 35: ...lect the BATTERY TYPE or press the corresponding numerical key 1 2 or 3 to move the dot to the option button of your choice 1 REGULAR FLOODED 2 AGM 3 AGM SPIRAL Press the NEXT soft key The BACK soft k...

Page 36: ...PE or press the corresponding numerical key 1 or 2 to move the dot to the option button of your choice 1 LIMIT CURRENT 2 LIMIT VOLTAGE Press the NEXT soft key The BACK soft key returns you to the Main...

Page 37: ...enu 6 If the battery is safe to charge the GR8 will begin charging at the selected levels The illustration shows an example of the information displayed during timed charging NOTE If Continuous charge...

Page 38: ...the results of the Battery and System Tests To print the results select the PRINT soft key To return to the Main Menu press the END key View Test Charger VIEW TEST CHARGER gives you the option of view...

Page 39: ...time they were cleared by ADMIN 3 LAST 100 LOG Last 100 tests performed by User ID and by UNREG user includes the date and the battery decision GOOD REPLACE etc 4 TOTALS BY DECISION Totals by battery...

Page 40: ...mponent s housing as ground DMM test leads at the battery terminals NOTE The test requires a complete circuit If you re testing a system with a remote solenoid you can test from the battery to the sol...

Page 41: ...o print the results select the PRINT soft key To return to the Main Menu press the END key Alternator Circuit The Alternator Circuit Test measures the voltage drop of the alternator circuit 1 SELECT C...

Page 42: ...d to select the rated amperage of the circuit you are testing The default is 10 A Press the NEXT soft key to continue 3 Connect the positive clamp of the battery test leads to the component s positive...

Page 43: ...t the DMM test lead to the GR8 s accessories port 2 Select the meter s icon 3 Connect the clamps or probes in the correct polarity red clamp or probe to positive black to negative 4 The meter will aut...

Page 44: ...cross components such as diodes 1 Connect the probes test lead to the GR8 s accessories port 2 Select the meter s icon 3 Connect the probes in the correct polarity red clamp or probe to positive black...

Page 45: ...y to return to the CLOCK ADJUST screen Format Use the UP or DOWN ARROW or press the corresponding numerical key 1 or 2 to move the dot to the option button of your choice 1 Select the format of the da...

Page 46: ...save your changes Shop The SHOP INFO utility allows you to create a header for your printed test results with your business lo cationinformationwhentheAdminoption3 PRINT HEADER is selected page 35 Its...

Page 47: ...ey or press the correspond ing numerical key to move the dot to the option button of your choice 1 or 2 1 NO USER COUPON PRINTED 2 USER COUPON 2 If you used the ARROW keys press the SAVE soft key to s...

Page 48: ...ion displays the language option after you turn it on or print results To set your preference 1 Use the UP or DOWN ARROW key or press the correspond ing numerical key 1 2 or 3 to move the dot to the o...

Page 49: ...the VERSION information screen Reset Defaults This function allows you to reset Administrative options to their original settings It will clear all registered users Table 18 Battery Ratings Option Def...

Page 50: ...or DOWN ARROW keys to scroll to the method for data entry you want to use 1 MANUAL EDIT 2 DATA CARD Press the NEXT soft key to continue 3 Insert a character by pressing the alphanumeric key asso ciat...

Page 51: ...E CONNECTION CHECK POLARITY OF SMALL CLAMPS At power up or when reverse connection is made For charger this can only occur at main menu or in a charger test screen Tool will return to state that threw...

Page 52: ...d will attempt to retest Make sure all vehicle loads are off doors are closed and the ignition is in the off position The GR8 will automatically retest when it no longer detects system noise If the me...

Page 53: ...e of water and baking soda Periodically clean the clamps using a mixture of baking soda and water or a mild hand soap and a small bristle brush Clean the battery terminals If stud adapters are require...

Page 54: ...replace the equipment with a remanufactured equipment This limited warranty applies only to the specified equipment and does not cover any other equipment static damage water damage overvoltage damage...

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