Midtronics GRX-5100 L Instruction Manual

Midtronics GRX-5100 L Instruction Manual

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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.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    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.
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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 &...
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  • Page 5: General Safety Guidelines

    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 •...
  • Page 6: Personal Precautions

    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.
  • Page 7: Grounding

    Recommended minimum AWG* size for extension cords for the GRX-5100 L AC input rating amperes AWG* size of cord Length of cord, feet (m)
  • Page 8: Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview

    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,...
  • Page 9: Front View

    GRX-5100 L HEV/EV Battery Service Tool Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Front View Connection Panel  Lifting Handles  Emergency STOP Button    Keyboard & Display Right End Panel        External 12V Auxiliary Power ...
  • Page 10: Accessories

    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...
  • Page 11: Data Entry Methods

    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 ...
  • Page 12: Scrolling Lists

    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.
  • Page 13: Connecting To Ac Power

    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.
  • Page 14: Chapter 2: Charge

    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.
  • Page 15: Constant 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.
  • Page 16: Chapter 3: Discharge

    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.
  • Page 17: Charge Results

    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.
  • Page 18: Chapter 4: Battery Info

    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.
  • Page 19: Chapter 5: Tool Info

    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.
  • Page 20: Chapter 6: Utility Menu

    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.
  • Page 21: Deleting A User Id

    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 ...
  • Page 22: Capacity

    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.
  • Page 23: Chapter 7: Error Messages

    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.
  • Page 24 Phone: +86 755 8202 2036 Asia/Pací c (excluding China) Canadian Inquiries Contact Corporate Headquarters East, and The Netherlands Toll Free: +1 1 866 592 8052 Phone: +31 306 868 150 Phone: +1.630.323.2800 167-000442EN-A 7/13 ©2013 Midtronics, Inc. All rights reserved.

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