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Midtronics B.V. Hoofdveste 6 3992 DG HOUTEN
www.midtronics.com
When the tester is first used the operator is asked to enter
a couple of items such as language, date and time. Changes
can be made afterwards by going in to the Utility Menu and
selecting CONFIG TESTER.
Because of the possibility of personal injury, always use
extreme caution when working with batteries. Follow
all manufacturers’ instructions and BCI (Battery Council
International) safety recommendations.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
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Battery acid is highly corrosive. If acid enters your eyes,
immediately flush them thoroughly with running cold
water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
If battery acid gets on your skin or clothing, wash imme-
diately with water and baking soda.
•
Always wear proper safety glasses or face shield when
working with or around batteries.
•
Keep hair, hands, and clothing as well as the analyzer
cords and cables away from moving engine parts.
•
Remove any jewelry or watches before you start servic-
ing the battery.
•
Use caution when working with metallic tools to prevent
sparks or short circuits.
•
Never lean over a battery when testing, charging or jump
starting it.
CHAPTER 1:
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
Batteries can produce a highly explosive
mix of hydrogen gas and oxygen, even
when the battery is not in operation.
Always work in a well-ventilated area.
The tester is manufactured in line with the latest state of
the art and according to recognised safety standards. If used
incorrectly or misused, however, it can cause
•
injury or death to the user or a third party,
•
damage to the tester and other material assets
belonging to the operator,
•
inefficient operation of the tester.
All persons involved in commissioning, operating, maintaining
and servicing the tester must
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be suitably qualified,
•
have knowledge of and experience in dealing with
testers and batteries and
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read and follow these operating instructions
carefully.
STARTING THE TESTER FOR
THE FIRST-TIME
SAFETY
The safety symbol followed by the
word
WARNING
or
CAUTION
indicates instructions for avoiding
hazardous conditions and personal
injury.
The word
CAUTION
indicates
instructions for avoiding equipment
damage.
The wrench symbol indicates
procedural notes and helpful
information.
The text for keypad buttons and
soft-key functions are in bold capital
letters.
The text for screen options are in
regular capital letters
Symbol
Description
CAUTION
UP ARROW
CAPITAL LETTERS
SYMBOLS CONVENTIONS
