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INTERNAL PRINTER (optional)
Manual Print Operation
Press (PRINT) to obtain
a printout. This is done
after each finished test
or during REVIEW.
Note: Tear printouts down
to provide even separation
and avoid jamming.
When using one of Auto
Meter’s handheld testers,
the AC-14 Prints from up
to 15 ft. away by means of
an infrared reciever.
bottom of the printer.
4. Carefully remove the cover.
5. Replace the new paper roll by feeding it under the roll and over
the PC board as illustrated. Press the FEED button to check the
advance of the paper.
6. It is best NOT to disconnect the ribbon cable, but if for any reason
you do disconnect the ribbon cable make sure the top edge of the
ribbon cable attached to the BVA-2100 is also correctly aligned with
the top of the printer. Do not twist the ribbon cable. Make sure the
pins are aligned properly. Do not force, but make sure the connection
is solid.
7. Reinstall printer by inserting the top tab under the panel and
tightening the thumbscrew. Be careful not to damage the printer
ribbon cable.
Changing Paper:
1. Disconnect clamps from any
battery.
2. Unplug the AC cord.
3. Loosen the thumbscrew at the
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--CHARGING CABLES--
>LOADING
PLEASE WAIT. . .
#27 CHARGE CABLES
01/07/13 11:55AM
PASSED AT: 120A
GOOD UP TO: 185A
POS DROP: 0.18V
NEG DROP:
0.16V
If all connections are
correct press (y Enter) to
begin VDrop Test. Wait for a load
to be applied. The results will vary
depending upon the conditions of
the cables. The test will either pass
or fail. If it fails, you will be asked to
correct the condition before testing
the alternator
VDROP ERROR MESSAGES
Both the positive and negative
circuit results will be indicated. If
the test does not pass, correct the
connection or replace the cable and
run the test again. The BVA 2100
will automatically resume the test
after it is disconnected. Just answer
‘YES’ when prompted.
One of the following may appear during any drop test sequence. Correct
the situation before continuing.
CHARGING SYSTEM VDROP (Cont.)
l
LARGE LEADS NOT CONNECTED
l
BAD CONNECTION ON LARGE LEADS
l
SMALL LEADS REVERSED
l
SMALL LEADS NOT CONNECTED
l
CHECK LARGE RED LEAD
l
CHECK LARGE BLACK LEAD
l
TURN OFF ENGINE AND ACCESSORIES
System noise indicates some device is turned on. Correct by turning
vehicle loads off before continuing.
l
ELECTRICAL SHORT OR ACCESORY DRAW
Check tester connection and make sure vehicle loads are off.
Once the VDrop Test is complete and the cables have passed the test,
the CHARGING SYSTEM TEST will finalize with the ALTERNATOR
TEST starting on page 17.
