Battery Capacity Analyzer User Manual
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1 General Operating Instructions
This section describes general operating instructions that apply to all of the testing modes. Before connecting the 603B
to any battery or circuit read and follow the information provided in the safety section. Verify the voltage and current is
within the safe operating range of the 603B. Refer to the Specifications section.
The 603B is powered by the battery or charger circuit under test. The 603B does not have a power switch and will power
on and display the voltage when the properly connected to a battery with sufficient power. If nothing is displayed or the
display blinks on and off the power is not sufficient and testing cannot proceed.
1.1 Ready The 603B
1. Two types of cables are available for use with the 603B. One set is intended for smaller batteries that connect with
tab type connectors and the other set has larger jaws to accommodate batteries with bolt on or clamp type
terminals. Select the cable type that will make the best connection with the battery to be tested.
Tab type
Terminal type
2. Identify the cable ends with the 3-pin twist lock connector. One of the cables will have a red band on the end near
the 3-pin connector. This cable will be installed in the positive side of the 603B identified with the red plus sign
polarity symbol.
3. Rotate the 3-pin connector until the arrow molded into the connector is facing up and pointing toward the polarity
symbol.
Connector arrow
