January 2013 167-000442EN-A GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Hazardous voltage. An improper connection can result in serious injury or death. To avoid electrical shock or burn, never alter the GRX-5100 L’s original AC cord and plug. Discon- nect plug from outlet when GRX-5100 L is idle.
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Contents General Safety Guidelines Chapter 4: Battery Info Maintenance VPOS–VNEG Personal Precautions VPOS–Chassis Grounding & Power Cord Connections VNEG–Chassis Grounding Chapter 5: Tool Info GRX-5100 L Location Totals DC Connection Precautions Life Time Totals Chapter 1: Introduction &...
1.5 Do not disassemble the GRX-5100 L; when repair is re- Always ensure that AC input power is de-energized prior • quired contact Midtronics to return the unit to Midtronics to connecting or disconnecting any cable. Inc. (see back cover for more information). Incorrect reas- In normal operation, the operator does not have access •...
GRX-5100 L’s original AC cord and plug. Dis- connect plug from outlet when GRX-5100 L is idle. Do not expose the GRX-5100 L to rain or snow. IF THE PLUG DOES NOT FIT THE OUTLET, HAVE A PROPER OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Safety Reminder Conventions Used in This Manual To help you learn how to use your GRX-5100 L, the manual For safe, efficient, and accurate charging and discharging,...
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Accessories Display and Keypad The display and keypad work together to help you quickly Universal Fuse Box fi nd and use the right tools at the right time. The...
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Refer to the following table for the characters associated STOP Key with each alphanumeric key. Press the STOP key to stop an ongoing process. Character Selection Area The selection area below the Title Bar contains selectable ...
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Scrolling Lists Tool Info Menu Scrolling lists contain items The Info menu allows you to select and view lifetime that extend above and Totals and view Software Version information.
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Connecting to AC Power Use or to select 24-hour or 12-hour (AM/PM) clock and press NEXT to continue, or press the corresponding Plug the GRX-5100 L into a dedicated, grounded nominal 15- number key.
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 2: Charge Chapter 2: Charge Use this function to automatically charge a battery ac- Use or to select the MAX CURRENT and press NEXT cording to a selected target voltage or current.
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 2: Charge Constant Current Charge Results Use or to select TARGET CURRENT and press NEXT to Following a successful charging session, the results are written continue, or press the corresponding number keys.
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 3: Discharge Chapter 3: Discharge Use this function to automatically discharge a battery Use or to select the MAX CURRENT and press NEXT according to manually entered target voltage or cur- to continue, or press the corresponding number keys.
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 3: Discharge Use or to select FINAL VOLTAGE and press NEXT to continue, or press the corresponding number keys. Range Voltage Minimum 2.0V Maximum 384.0V Following a Self Test, the HV CONNECTION screen is displayed on the GRX-5100 L screen.
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 4: Battery Info Chapter 4: Battery Info The Battery Info function displays the voltage potential between the battery terminals and the vehicle chassis as well as the voltage across the battery terminals. The corresponding connectors on the Universal Fuse Box are shown in the following image.
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 5: Tool Info Chapter 5: Tool Info The Tool Info menu has two (2) utilities to help you track the usage and history of your GRX-5100 L. Totals The TOTALS function counts the number of charges or discharges and tracks the results.
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 6: Utility Menu Chapter 6: Utility Menu Date The Utility Menu has several functions that you can use to customize the GRX-5100 L user interface. Use or to select the DATE and press NEXT to con- tinue, and press NEXT to continue.
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 6: Utility Menu Editing A User ID Use or to scroll to the ID placeholder you want to use. To display more placeholders, continue scrolling or Use or to select EDIT and press NEXT to continue, or use ...
GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 6: Utility Menu If you used the ARROW keys, press SAVE to save your set- 3 – PIN ting or BACK to return to the Utility Menu without saving Select this setting to enable or disable the ADMIN PIN the changes.
This error can be generated by damaged or improperly connected cables. To clear the error, turn off the GRX-5100 L, re-seat the cable connections, and power the GRX-5100 L back If the error message reappears contact Midtronics for service. Communication Error Indicates an internal communication problem in the GRX- 5100 L.
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