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- Page 1 March 2013 167-000495EN-A EXP- 803 Battery & Electrical Diagnostic Analyzer For testing 6 and 12-volt automotive batteries and 12- and 24-volt charging systems INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
EXP-803 Contents Chapter 1: Before You Begin Chapter 5: Inventory Battery Test Safety Reminder Selecting Test Parameters Personal Precautions Printing Test Results Clearing Test Results Chapter 2: Overview Chapter 6: Info Menu Connections and Data Ports Connecting the Battery Test Cable... - Page 4 EXP-803 Chapter 10: Maintenance / Troubleshooting Internal Batteries Battery Power Indicator Replacing the Internal Batteries Clamps Cleaning the Clamps Handling the Test Cables Troubleshooting Problems with the Display The display does not turn on: The display flickers or is dim:...
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Page 5: Chapter 1: Before You Begin
Conventions Used in This Manual To help you learn how to use your Midtronics product, the manual uses these symbols and typographical conventions: Convention Description The safety symbol indicates instructions for avoiding hazardous conditions and personal injury. -
Page 6: Chapter 2: Overview
Chapter 2: Overview EXP-803 Chapter 2: Overview Connections and Data Ports To connect the battery test cable to the analyzer align the arrow on the Arrows cable connector with the arrows on the analyzer’s Hold the housing. Hold the part... -
Page 7: Data Entry Methods
EXP-803 Chapter 2: Overview Voltmeter Arrow ( ) keys When you first connect the analyzer to a battery it Press the key to move up to the next selectable item functions as a voltmeter. The voltage reading appears or row. -
Page 8: Scroll Boxes
Updates the analyzer software via files on a passwords. data card. Provides tips for troubleshooting problems with the printer, the cables, and loss of power. Also includes Midtronics Customer Service phone numbers. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527... -
Page 9: Info Menu
EXP-803 Chapter 2: Overview Info Menu Logging In The default setting requires a user name to display the Main The Info Menu has utilities to allow you to view and Menu. You can log in as an unregistered user or you can create print test results, track the usage and history of your a new user ID. -
Page 10: Test Preparation
Chapter 2: Overview EXP-803 Test Preparation Testing In-Vehicle (System Test) Before starting the test, inspect the alternator drive belt. A belt that is glazed or worn, or lacks the proper tension, will prevent Inspecting the Battery the engine from achieving the RPM levels needed for the test. -
Page 11: Chapter 3: Battery Test
EXP-803 Chapter 3: Battery Test Chapter 3: Battery Test If you select MOTORCYCLE as the battery type, the The Battery Test analyzes a battery not connected to analyzer asks for the battery part number. Scroll to the a vehicle. The tester guides you through the steps of selecting your battery test parameters and interpret- part number (128 available). -
Page 12: Additional Test Requirements And Messages
Chapter 3: Battery Test EXP-803 Unstable Battery Detected Battery Rating Systems A battery that is weak or that has just been charged may retain Rating Description Range enough electrical activity to be detected by the analyzer System and will adversely affect the test results. A fully charged... -
Page 13: State Of Health (Soh)
GOOD– Fully charge the battery and return it to RECHARGE service. CHARGE Fully charge the battery using a Midtronics REQUIRED Diagnostic Charger and retest. Failure to fully charge the battery before retesting may cause false readings. If CHARGE REQUIRED appears again after you fully charge the battery, replace the battery. -
Page 14: Chapter 4: System Test
BATTERY discharged. Fully charge the battery using a Battery Test Midtronics Diagnostic Charger and retest the starter system. The System Test includes a test of the battery to eliminate it as the cause of starting or charging problems. See the Battery... -
Page 15: Charging System Test Results
EXP-803 Chapter 4: System Test TURN HIGH BEAMS AND BLOWER MOTOR ON, IDLE EN- Charging System Decisions GINE: After a few seconds, the analyzer will ask you to turn Decision Action on the accessory loads. It will determine if the charging... -
Page 16: Chapter 5: Inventory Battery Test
Chapter 5: Inventory Test EXP-803 Chapter 5: Inventory Test Printing Test Results Use the Inventory Test in the Main Menu to quickly check batteries in inventory. The test can verify up to To print the test results for an individual battery, use ... -
Page 17: Chapter 6: Info Menu
EXP-803 Chapter 6: Info Menu Chapter 6: Info Menu Totals The Info Menu has several types of reports to help you manage your test data and track the usage and his- The TOTALS menu shows the total number of tests in tory of your analyzer. -
Page 18: Chapter 7: Admin Menu
Chapter 7: Admin Menu EXP-803 Chapter 7: Admin Menu Clock The Admin Menu has several utilities that customize the tester—from the language of the user interface to the contrast The CLOCK ADJUST utility has four settings. Use of the text on the display. The utilities have default settings or ... -
Page 19: Shop
EXP-803 Chapter 7: Admin Menu Shop Use or to scroll to the ID placeholder you want to use. Scrolling past the first line displays the previous screen. The SHOP utility allows you to create a header for Scrolling past the fourth line displays the next screen. To your printed test results with your business location display more placeholders, continue scrolling or use ... -
Page 20: Editing A User Id
Chapter 7: Admin Menu EXP-803 Editing a User ID Backlight Time This function can also be used to change a USER PIN. Backlight time is from 0 to 30 seconds. To change it: Use or to select EDIT. -
Page 21: Temp
EXP-803 Chapter 7: Admin Menu Press SAVE to save your setting or BACK to return to the Press or to highlight the line you want to change. The Admin Menu without saving the changes. cursor blinks to the right of the last character in the line. -
Page 22: Clear Test Totals
Chapter 7: Admin Menu EXP-803 Store ID# UNREG. USER Select this setting to enable (ON) or disable (OFF) The STORE ID# function lets you enter your store ID unregistered login access to the analyzer when option number into the tester. -
Page 23: Chapter 8: Printing Test Results
EXP-803 Chapter 8: Printing Test Results Chapter 8: Printing Test Results If you are using the tester’s internal printer, keep the clamps Pull the paper forward so that it extends past the serrated connected to the battery during the printing process. After a edge of the paper slot. -
Page 24: Chapter 9: Importing Data
Chapter 9: Importing Data EXP-803 Chapter 9: Importing Data The tester puts all test data into a file entitled user.csv, which is saved and updated on the data card. This test data can then be viewed and analyzed in a spreadsheet application such as Microsoft Excel. -
Page 25: Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, Il
EXP-803 Chapter 10: Maintenance / Troubleshooting Chapter 10: Maintenance / Troubleshooting Internal Batteries Reinsert and tighten the screw. The tester uses six AA, 1.5-volt batteries (alkaline batteries recommended) to allow testing of batteries down to 1 volt and supply power while the menu is active. -
Page 26: Handling The Test Cables
Midtronics warranty. If an inspection or a change in test results indicate that the test The internal printer will not print: cables need to be replaced, please call Midtronics Customer • The analyzer must be connected to the vehicle battery to Service at 1-630-323-2800. -
Page 27: Appendix
EXP-803 Appendix Appendix Header Template To help you edit and center your header, use the template below to lay out your shop information below before entering it into the Battery Diagnostic Station. Header Template Line 1 Line 2 Line 3... - Page 28 PATENTS This product is made by Midtronics, Inc., and is protected by one or more U.S. and foreign patents. For speci c patent information, contact Midtronics, Inc. at +1 630 323-2800. LIMITED WARRANTY Midtronics products are warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase.
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