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To print the data using your PC printer, click on print button. The last entry will print. To print a different entry,
click on the row to highlight. The data will print out on standard 8 1/2 x 11 size computer paper.
If the tester is left on while in a user select mode (other than SOC) the MBT400 will automatically shutoff after 5
minutes from the last user entry. This will conserve battery life in case the tester is left on inadvertently.
1.
The MBT400 will alert the user when the voltage of the internal battery is low and needs to be replaced.
When this occurs, the display shows REPLACE INTERNAL BATTERY. This message will also display if
no battery is installed.
2.
To replace battery: Remove screw at back of tester and lift up the battery cover. Insert the 9V battery into
the battery compartment noting the polarity label inside. (See figure below).
NOTE: To properly test the Electrical System (Full Test) the test sequence should be
Battery Test, Starter Test, and then Charging System Test. The battery must be in
MBT400 Battery
good condition to properly test the Starter and Charging system. Therefore, the
Compartment
Starter Test Data and/or Charging Test Data may not show on the printout if either
test is skipped.
Note: Make sure all accessory loads are off before checking for parasitic drain.
1.
In the TEST menu select PARASITIC DRAIN TEST.
2.
Disconnect negative battery cable and connect the local unit in series to cable and battery as shown in
Figure 1 below.
3.
After connecting, the remote will display the battery current drain in mAmps. See Note 2.
Note 1: To avoid losing computer settings, turn on remote immediately after connecting and turning local unit on.
Note 2: Check manufacturer's specifications to determine acceptable current drain and how long it is necessary for the
computer to go into sleep mode.
Printing the Data on your PC Printer
Header information is entered in
Setup (see page 3)
Date and Technician
(see page 4)
Car information entered
(see page 4)
Data from battery tester
AUTO SHUTOFF
REPLACING THE INTERNAL 9V BATTERY
PARASITIC DRAIN TEST
Figure 1
NOTE: To properly test the Electrical System
(Full Test) the test sequence should be Battery
Test, Starter Test, and then Charging System
Test. The battery must be in good condition to
properly test the Starter and Charging system.
Therefore, the Starter Test Data and/or Charging
Test Data may not show on the printout if either
test is skipped.
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