and Deep Cycle (with starting rating) batteries. The tester can test these types of
batteries against several battery capacity rating systems. Below is a chart of the
operating range of the tester based on the applicable capacity rating systems:
Rating System
Testing Capacity
CCA
40-3000 CCA
DIN
25-1685 CCA
IEC
30-1985 CCA
EN
40-2830 CCA
The tester has a recommended operating ambient temperature range of -4˚F to
122˚F.
Preparing Battery to Be Tested
Warning: Always wear eye protection, appropriate protective clothing and other
safety equipment when working near lead-acid batteries. Do not touch eyes
while working on or around lead-acid batteries.
1. Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being tested.
2. Clean battery terminals. Wire brush them if necessary. Be careful to keep
corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.
3. Inspect the battery for cracked or broken case or cover. If the battery is
damaged, do not use tester.
4. If the battery is not a sealed Maintenance Free battery, add distilled water in
each cell until battery acid reaches level specified by the manufacturer. This
helps purge excessive gas from cells. Be careful not to overfill.
5. Confirm that all vehicle accessories are turned OFF to ensure you do not cause
any arcing and that the tested battery has a nominal voltage of 12 Volts.
6. If it is necessary to remove battery from vehicle to test, always remove ground
terminal from battery first.
Tester Preparation and Set-up
Installing Batteries
Open battery door and install (6) 1.5V batteries into the battery chamber. Take care
to properly orient the batteries during installation. Close battery door and replace
boot around unit.
