Chapter 3: Test Preparation; Inspecting The Battery; Testing Out Of Generator; Testing In Generator - Midtronics CTS-655P Instruction Manual

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Inspecting the Battery

Before starting the test visually inspect the battery for:

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Cracked, buckled, or leaking case. If you see any of these defects, replace the battery.

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Corroded, loose, or damaged cables and connections. Repair or replace them as needed.

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Corrosion on the battery terminals, and dirt or acid on the case top. Clean the case and terminals

using a wire brush and a mixture of water and baking soda.

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When electrolyte level is too low, replace the battery.

Testing Out of Generator

The preferred battery test location is in the generator. However, if you plan to test out of the generator:

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Always disconnect the negative cable from the battery first and reconnect it last.

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Always use a carry tool or strap to lift and transport the battery.

Testing In Generator

The preferred test position is at the battery posts.

Connecting the Battery Test Cable

CAUTION: Do not connect the tester to a voltage source greater than 30 Vdc.

Connect the clamps to the battery: the red clamp to the positive (+) terminal and the black clamp to the

negative (–) terminal. If you connect the clamps in the wrong polarity (positive to negative or negative to

positive), the tester displays CLAMPS REVERSED! Reconnect the clamps correctly.

To make sure both sides of the clamps are gripping the terminals, rock the each clamp back and forth. A

poor connection will prevent testing, and the tester will display the message CHECK CONNECTION. If the

message reappears after you have correctly reconnected the clamps, clean the terminals and reconnect.

Setting User Preferences

Before starting your test you may want to customize the use of your analyzer by setting preferences in the

Utility Menu. The menu has settings for the display's date and time, the contrast and backlight time, a utility

to customize printouts, among others.

To conserve the analyzer's internal batteries, the tester will turn off after 10 minutes of inactivity.