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- Page 1 September 2013 167-000502EN-A EXP-1002 Expandable Electrical Diagnostic Platform For testing 6- and 12-volt automotive and 12-volt and 24-volt charging systems. INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
- Page 2 EXP-1002 Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527 www.midtronics.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
EXP-1002 Contents Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Chapter 6: DMM (Digital Multimeter) Personal Precautions DC Volts Accessories AC Volts External Connections Scope Connecting The Battery Test Cable DC Amp Connecting An Accessory Cable AC Amp Data Card Temp Conventions Used in This Manual... - Page 4 EXP-1002 Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527 www.midtronics.com...
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Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview
EXP-1002 Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Personal Precautions Inspect the battery for damage and check the electrolyte level. If the electrolyte level is too low, replenish it and fully charge the battery. Always use the necessary safety precautions when working with batteries to prevent severe injury or death. -
Page 6: External Connections
Data transmitter, which transmits test results to an IR printer. Conventions Used in This Manual To help you learn how to use your Midtronics product, the DB-9 connector for manual uses these symbols and typographical conventions: future accessories. -
Page 7: Display And Keypad
EXP-1002 Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Display And Keypad POWER Key Press the POWER button to turn the analyzer on and The analyzer keypad and display work together to help you off. The analyzer also turns on automatically when you quickly find and use the right tools at the right time. -
Page 8: Data Entry Methods
Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview EXP-1002 Option Buttons Refer to the following table for the characters associated with each alphanumeric key. Some lists have option buttons before each item. To select an Character item, use or to move the dot to the button next to the item. -
Page 9: Menu Maps
EXP-1002 Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Menu Maps Utility Menu This section will help you get to your destination while letting The Utilities Menu allows you customize your ana- you know what test leads you may need when you arrive. The lyzer. -
Page 10: Dmm Menu
Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview EXP-1002 DMM Menu Info Menu Use the DMM Menu to access the test meters, tem- The Info Menu has seven utilities to help you manage perature sensor, and probe and clamp options, some your test data, and track the analyzer’s usage and his- of which require optional test leads. -
Page 11: Test Preparation
EXP-1002 Chapter 1: Introduction & Overview Test Preparation Connecting The Test Cable Inspecting the Battery Before starting the test visually inspect the battery for: Do not connect the tester to a voltage source • Cracked, buckled, or leaking case. If you see any of these greater than 30 Vdc. -
Page 12: Chapter 2: Battery Test
Chapter 2: Battery Test EXP-1002 Chapter 2: Battery Test The Battery Test function tests one battery in or out of Use or to select the battery RATING UNITS and press NEXT to continue or press the corresponding number key. -
Page 13: Additional Test Requirements
EXP-1002 Chapter 2: Battery Test Battery Test Results If prompted, measure the ambient battery temperature by aiming the temperature sensor on the top of the tester After the test the tester will display one of five battery at the battery case and press NEXT to continue the test. -
Page 14: Chapter 3: System Test
Chapter 3: System Test EXP-1002 Chapter 3: System Test The System Test evaluates the battery, starting and Use or to select the battery RATING UNITS and press NEXT to continue or press the corresponding number key. charging systems. The System Test includes Battery Test to eliminate it as the cause of starting or charging This information is usually printed on the battery label. -
Page 15: Additional Test Requirements
EXP-1002 Chapter 3: System Test Battery Test Results If prompted, measure the ambient battery temperature by aiming the temperature sensor and press NEXT to con- After the test the tester will display one of five battery tinue the test. decisions with the complete results in a series of screens. Use ... -
Page 16: Starter System Test
Chapter 3: System Test EXP-1002 Starter System Test Decision Action If you are using the amp clamp, keep it clamped around the CRANKING The starter voltage is normal and the NORMAL battery is fully charged. negative (–) battery cable. LOW VOLTAGE The starter voltage is low and the battery Start the engine at the prompt. -
Page 17: Charging System Test
EXP-1002 Chapter 3: System Test Charging System Test 11. REV ENGINE WITH LOADS ON FOR 5 SECONDS: The tes- ter will test the charging system with the loads on and ANALYZING CHARGING SYSTEM DATA: After you press prompt you to rev the engine. Gradually increase the rev... - Page 18 Chapter 3: System Test EXP-1002 Decision Action The system is showing normal output from the PROBLEMS alternator. No problem detected. NO OUTPUT The alternator is not providing charging current to the battery. √ Check the belts to ensure the alternator is rotating with the engine running.
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Page 19: Chapter 4: Cable Drop Test
EXP-1002 Chapter 4: Cable Drop Test Chapter 4: Cable Drop Test When starting or charging system test results indicate To begin, select the Cable Drop Test icon in the Main Menu there may be a problem, a Cable Drop Test can deter- and follow the instructions on the display. -
Page 20: Chapter 5: Inventory Test
Chapter 5: Inventory Test EXP-1002 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 21: Chapter 6: Dmm (Digital Multimeter)
EXP-1002 Chapter 6: DMM (Digital Multimeter) Chapter 6: DMM (Digital Multimeter) Scope The tester’s 8 digital meters make it versatile enough to test everything from a vehicle’s entire electrical sys- The scope is a voltmeter that provides a graph of tem to a board-level component: voltage difference as it varies over time. -
Page 22: Ac Amp
Chapter 6: DMM (Digital Multimeter) EXP-1002 AC Amp Connect the clamps or probes in the correct polarity: red clamp or probe to positive (+); black to negative (–). The DC ammeter measures the magnitude and flow The meter will autorange and display the measurement. - Page 23 EXP-1002 Chapter 6: DMM (Digital Multimeter) The accuracy specification is defined as ± (n% reading + [count * resolution]) at 77 °F. Range Resolution Accuracy Overload Protection 0–60 V 0.01 V 0.05% + 2 120 Vrms Accuracies are specified from 2% to 100% of range.
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Page 24: Chapter 7: Info
Chapter 7: Info EXP-1002 Chapter 7: Info Totals The Info Menu has three utilities to help you manage your test data and track the usage and history of your The TOTALS report displays the total number of bat- analyzer. tery tests performed since the tester was first used. -
Page 25: Chapter 8: Utility
EXP-1002 Chapter 8: Utility Chapter 8: Utility Mode Use the Utility Menu to customize the tester—from interface language to display contrast The utilities Use or to select the desired Mode and press NEXT or also have default settings that can be user-adjusted. -
Page 26: Display
Chapter 8: Utility EXP-1002 To create or overwrite a header: Press or to change the value up or down, or press the corresponding number key. Press to erase a character. Press or to highlight the line you want to change. -
Page 27: Language
EXP-1002 Chapter 8: Utility Language USER ID Select this setting to enable (ON) or disable (OFF) the The LANGUAGE utility enables you to select a lan- USER ID login screen. guage for the display and printouts. To set your pref- erence: UNREG. -
Page 28: Chapter 9: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
If any of the four connections shows more than 1 Ω, contact the battery test cables. Midtronics Customer Service at www.midtronics.com or (630) You are testing the continuity between the clamp jaws and the 323-2800 to order a new set of cables. -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
MODE button. The green The Display Does Not Turn On STATUS light should turn on. Make sure you are using the Midtronics printer. Other printers may not be compatible. • Check the connection to the vehicle battery. -
Page 30: Appendix: Templates
Appendix: Templates EXP-1002 Appendix: Templates Header And Coupon Templates To help you edit and center your coupon, use the template below to lay out your coupon information below before entering it into the Battery Diagnostic Station. Line 1 Line 2... - Page 32 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.