Error Messages and Corresponding Operation
CHECK CLAMPS
is displayed if the connection is poor between the
battery clips and the posts of the battery. Ensure
that the battery posts are free of dirt and grease
before remaking the connection.
It is important to
note that each battery clip has a separate isolated
plate on the inside of its jaw. Both the isolated plate
and the other side of the jaw need to be in good
contact with the battery post to ensure a reliable
test result.
9V INTERNAL BATTERY
IS LOW
is displayed if the internal 9V battery is low or the
connection between instrument and internal battery
terminals is poor.
Exception: If the internal battery is very low, and the
voltage of the battery under test is less than 8V, no
message will be displayed. Replace the internal battery
before proceeding.
LOAD ERROR
is displayed if the clamps are not connected
properly. Please fully charge the battery and retest
after checking clamps. If reading is the same, the
battery tester needs to be fi xed.
Warranty
TecMate (International) S.A./N.V., Ambachtenlaan 6, B-3300 Tienen, Belgium, offers
this limited warranty covering defective parts or manufacture, for a period of 2 years
from the documented date of sale to the user.
Wear and tear, damaged or deteriorated
leads or battery clips, damage ensuing from exposure to liquids, acidic or corrosive vapours,
oxidation or other contamination, physical damage of any nature and/or any other defect or
damage resulting from user malfeasance are excluded from warranty cover. In case a 9V dry
cell battery is supplied with the tester, this as well as any damage caused by the discharge of
any 9V battery in the tester, is specifi cally excluded from this warranty. This limited warranty
specifi cally excludes any and all consequential damages that may arise. Your statutory rights
are not affected. To claim on warranty you must return the tester together with the original
dated proof of purchase document direct to the authorized distributor who will repair or
replace the tester at his discretion.
Copyright Warning: this document is a registered copyright of TecMate (International)
and anyone reproducing it in whole or in part without specifi c written authorization will
be prosecuted.
copyright © 2011 T
ecMate T
A017-IN1-110422_EN
Digital battery tester for 12V
motorcycle/ATV/PWC batteries
Instructions for use
The
TestMate Sport
is an easy-to-use portable battery
tester specifi cally developed for 12V motorcycle and
similar batteries of from 2 to 35Ah (SAE) rated capacity,
including sealed MF motor-cycle batteries. Batteries
of various different types of construction can be
accurately tested for servicereadiness and the
amount or percentage of SAE-or DIN-rated CCA
remaining, by way of 3 selectable programs:
(1)
STD
for batteries with fi ller caps.
(2)
SEALED / AGM / GEL
for MF (“Maintenance-
Free”) motorcycle batteries of the type with Absorbent Glass
Mat separators, whether dry-charged or “wet” factory-fi lled and
-activated, of Yuasa and GS Battery (YT, YTR, YTX), East Penn
Manufacturing (ETX), and their after-market equivalents, and starter batteries with
gel-electrolyte construction, (Exide-BMW).
(3)
HIGH POWER AGM / GEL
for Yuasa (and equivalent) YTZ and YTX “High
Performance” MF, and Odyssey
®
. (Displayed as “HI PWR AGM/GEL”).
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
IMPORTANT: read these safety and operating instructions each
time before using the tester.
WARNING! Batteries emit EXPLOSIVE GASES - prevent fl ame or sparks near batteries.
Do not smoke.
Ensure adequate ventilation when working near batteries. Battery acid is highly corrosive.
Wear protective clothing, goggles and gloves, and avoid contact with battery acid. In case of
accidental contact wash immediately with soap and water. Check the battery for a damaged
casing or seal and do not test such batteries. Check that the battery posts are not loose; if
so, have the battery professionally assessed. If the battery posts are corroded, clean with a
copper wire brush; if greasy or dirty, clean with a rag damped in detergent and dry. Before
testing batteries provided with fi ller caps check that the electrolyte level is correct, and top
up with distilled water if necessary. Do not use the tester unless the leads and battery clips
are in good, undamaged condition.
Protect the whole of the tester from contamination by acids and fl uids, from exposure
to damp and humidity, and from physical and accidental damage. Any damage to the
unit, its leads or accessory parts resulting from
contamination, exposure or damage whether
during use or in storage is NOT covered by
warranty.
TM
TM
