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Midtronics DCA-8000 User Manual

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July 2018
167-000837EN-A
DCA-8000
Controlled Charger
Users Guide

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  • Page 1 July 2018 167-000837EN-A DCA-8000 Controlled Charger Users Guide...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    DCA-8000 Contents General Safety Precautions General Safety Precautions Personal Precautions Preparing To Charge The Battery Grounding & Power Cord Connections Charger Location DC Connection Precautions Installing The Battery Removing the Battery Maintenance & Storage Locking Power Cord Wireless Safety Product Specifications 1 –...
  • Page 4 Auto Brightness Sleep Time Dim Time BMIS Login (Admin Only) Shop Information (Admin Only) Shop Information Test Settings Device List Add CVG Device Version Information Factory Preset Legal Information Check for Updates Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...
  • Page 5 DCA-8000 10 – Reflash 11 – After New Battery Install Battery Test Battery Test Results Reset Electronics System Test Results-Summary Appendix A: Recommended Scanning Procedure VIN Scanning Scanning Tips Appendix B: Battery Information Definitions Appendix C: Test Results Decision Tables...

  • Page 6: General Safety Precautions

    1.12 An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. (See paragraph 4.2) 1.13 Have a damaged cord or plug replaced immediately. 1.14 Do not expose the charger to rain or snow. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 7: Personal Precautions

    General Safety Precautions DCA-8000 Personal Precautions 2.1 This charger is not to be used by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction. 2.2 Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance 2.3 Always have someone within range of your voice, or close enough to come to your aid, when...

  • Page 8: Grounding & Power Cord Connections

    IMPORTANT: Use of an adapter is not allowed in Canada. If a grounding-type receptacle is not available, do not use this appliance until the proper outlet is installed by a qualified electrican. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 9: Charger Location

    General Safety Precautions DCA-8000 4.3 An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an improper exten- sion cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure: that the pins on plugs of the extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of the plug on the charger;...

  • Page 10: Dc Connection Precautions

    8.4 Position yourself and the free end of cable as far away from the battery as possible—do not face the battery when making the final connection—then connect the NEGATIVE (BLACK) charger clamp to the free end of the cable. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 11: Maintenance & Storage

    General Safety Precautions DCA-8000 8.5 When disconnecting the charger, always do so in the reverse sequence of the connecting procedure; break the first connection while staying as far away from the battery as practical. Maintenance & Storage Follow these guidelines to protect the charger and test cables from damage and premature wear: 9.1 The grease, dirt, and sulfation that build up on battery terminals are highly corrosive and can...

  • Page 12: Product Specifications

    • Advanced navigation and charge applica- Dimensions tions (without handle or base) • Remote notifications • Weight:34 lbs (15.45 kg) (Wi-Fi- or Bluetooth-enabled) • Intuitive charge cycle feedback • 5” Touch Screen Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 13: Introduction & Overview

    1 – Introduction & Overview DCA-8000 1 – Introduction & Overview Safety Reminder For safe, efficient, and accurate charging and testing, review the safety and operating instructions in this manual before using the analyzer. In addition, follow all manufacturer instructions and BCI (Battery Council International) safety recommendations.

  • Page 14: Front View

          Communication Cable  Circuit Breaker Reset Connection   Charge Cable Connections Power Cord Socket   VIN Scanner Connection (DB-9) For Charger Cart Mounting Bolts Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 15: Connections

    1 – Introduction & Overview DCA-8000 Connections Charging Cables Insert the communication cable. Insert and rotate the charge cable quick connectors clockwise 180° to lock them onto the Quick Connector Locking Post on the charger. The connection process is complete when all three cables are connected to the charger.

  • Page 16: Main Menu

    Use your finger to swipe horizontally left, right, up or down across the Controller screen to view all of the results.  Screen 1    Screen 1  Screen 2     Screen 2  Screen 3    Swipe Swipe Horizontally Vertically Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 17: Main Menu Icons

    1 – Introduction & Overview DCA-8000 Main Menu Icons Icon Description Icon Description Automates battery testing for Provides a timed charge that quickly testing vehicles using ranges from 5 to 120 minutes the fewest steps. or a continuous charge that...

  • Page 18: Charging Out-Of-Vehicle (Battery Test)

    Using the displayed keypad template, enter the new user name and password. Tap Next to continue. IMPORTANT: By default, the first user created is assigned Administrator rights. Tap Add User to add additional users. See Chapter 9: Settings to change these defaults. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...
  • Page 19 1 – Introduction & Overview DCA-8000 The Date/Time Settings are displayed. Tap Next to continue after making any adjustments. Select Time 12-hour or 24-hour format Format: Select Date DD/MM/YYYY, MM/DD/YYYY, or YYYY/MM/DD Format: Select Time Time zone offset from Greenwich Mean Time...
  • Page 20 Street Address 2 Willowbrook City State 60527 Zipcode 1-630-323-2800 Phone # 12. The login screen is displayed. Select User Guest admin Add User 13. Tap a user name to access the Main Menu. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 21: In Vehicle Charge

    2 – In Vehicle Charge DCA-8000 2 – In Vehicle Charge Use In Vehicle Charge to charge a battery installed and connected in a vehicle using test parameters determined by vehicle VIN or year, make, and model of the vehicle being tested. A System Test using an optional Amp Clamp is also In Vehicle available.

  • Page 22: Battery Test Results

    5/11/2018 2:54 PM Cranking Result: Good Battery Reserve Result: DCA Result: Defect: RC Warning Voltage: 12.72 V Measured: 599 CCA Rated: 575 CCA Good Battery Temperature: 970 F  Send Results System Test Done Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...
  • Page 23 2 – In Vehicle Charge DCA-8000 Test Results - Battery  2005 Honda Civic 1HGEM225X5Lxxxxxx 5/11/2018 2:54 PM Cranking Health Battery meets or exceeds required standards. Test again in 90 days or at next service opportunity. Rated: 575 CCA Measured: 599 CCA ...

  • Page 24: System Test

    To send the test results to a configured printer or via email tap Send Results and select an option. To return to the Home Screen, tap Done or to return to the Main Menu. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 25: Out Of Vehicle Charge

    3 – Out Of Vehicle Charge DCA-8000 3 – Out Of Vehicle Charge Use the Out Of Vehicle Charge function to charge a battery not installed and connected in a vehicle. Out Of Vehicle Charge At any time during the test tap  to return to the previous screen or to return to the Main Menu.

  • Page 26: Battery Diagnostics

    Manual Entry: Use the on-screen keypad to manually type the 17-digit VIN and tap Next.  Back Next The displayed digit counter will count up the alphanumeric characters as they are entered on the keypad. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 27: Battery Test Results

    4 – Battery Diagnostics DCA-8000 The Edit Battery Information screen displays vehicle and battery information based on the VIN. Edit Battery Information  Battery Application Automotive Vehicle Year 2010 Rated Ah Optional Vehicle Make Pontiac Test Location Side Post Vehicle Model...

  • Page 28: System Test

    To send the test results to a configured printer or via email tap Send Results and select an option. To return to the Home Screen, tap Done or to return to the Main Menu. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 29: Jump Start

    5 – Jump Start DCA-8000 5 – Jump Start Use the Battery Diagnostics function to perform a deep analysis of a battery without charging it. Jump Start This charging mode makes high output current available to boost charge an in-vehicle battery as well as assist in starting the engine.

  • Page 30: Jump Start Summary

    To send the test results to a configured printer or via email tap Send Results and select an option. To return to the Home Screen, tap Done or to return to the Main Menu. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 31: History

    6 – History DCA-8000 6 – History Use History to access the tool usage history, a vehicle history based on VIN, and user histories. The search function can also be used find test records for specific vehicles and technicians. History At the Main Menu, tap History.

  • Page 32: Totals By Test Type

    Manual VIN Lookup: Use the on-screen keypad to manually type the 17-digit VIN and tap Next. VIN Scan: Use a connected scanner paired CVG to capture a VIN barcode, usually located on the driver’s side door frame. Search: Search records by Vehicle Year, Make, and Model. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 33: User History

    6 – History DCA-8000 User History User History displays test totals for the user that is currently logged in to the analyzer. > to view individual test details. Tap ∑ to view Total By Test Decision, Total By Test Type, and Total By Date And Location.

  • Page 34: Messages

    Message Types Critical: An important action cannot be performed and may require user action. Notifications: Indicates an action has been performed or data has been sent. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 35: Manual Charge

    8 – Manual Charge DCA-8000 8 – Manual Charge Use Manual Charge to charge a battery using user-selectable parameters including voltage, current, or time. Manual Charge At any time during the test tap  to return to the previous screen or to return to the Main Menu.

  • Page 36: Settings

    Once the network has been successfully configured, tap  to return to the list of available configured networks. A  indicates the selected network. Deleting A Network Tap a displayed network. to delete the network and tap Yes to confirm. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 37: Printer Settings

    9 – Settings DCA-8000 Printer Settings The Printer Setup function detects and displays a list of connected and available WiFi and Bluetooth printers. NOTE: WiFi network communication must be successfully established before a printer or printers can be detected and setup.

  • Page 38: Email

    Host, Port, Login, Password, SMTP Authorization, Enable TLS, and From Email Address information. to clear all server settings. to return to the email Address Book. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 39: User Settings (Admin Only)

    9 – Settings DCA-8000 User Settings (Admin Only) Modify Usernames and Passwords.. Edit Users User Settings Delete Users User Management User Management (Admin Only) to access User Management functions. to display the current logged in Admin user. Select a displayed user by tapping it.

  • Page 40: Display Settings

    Adjust the amount of elapsed time before the charger goes into a power saving (Dim) mode. Default = 1 minute. BMIS Login (Admin Only) Enter and edit BMIS Login and Password information. Log into a BMIS account. Zone3@yourshop.com Login • • • • • • Password Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 41: Shop Information (Admin Only)

    9 – Settings DCA-8000 Shop Information (Admin Only) Access default Shop Information including Store Name, address, and phone number. Also access battery test defaults including rating, temperature units, and decimal separator. Use also to adjust the tester date and time settings.

  • Page 42: Test Settings

    Default temperature units used when measuring battery temperature. Decimal Separator Default number display using commas or periods separators. Create MDCA Log File The MDCA function is used by Midtronics technical support. to return to the Shop Information screen. Date/Time Settings to access the Date/Time setting defaults.

  • Page 43: Device List

    9 – Settings DCA-8000 Set Time   to enter the hours, minutes, and AM/PM. Tap Set to save the date or Cancel to exit without saving. DONE to return to the Shop Information screen. Device List Displays connected and linked accessory devices. Additional devices and CVG-2 modules can also be detected and linked to the analyzer.

  • Page 44: Version Information

    IMPORTANT: All previous modifications to the original settings will be overwritten. Legal Information Displays software attribution information via the Midtronics website. The analyzer must be connected to the Internet. Check for Updates Use this function to check via the internet connection for any updates to the tester software.

  • Page 45: Reflash

    10 – Reflash DCA-8000 10 – Reflash Use Reflash to test and maintain battery voltage in a vehicle at 13.5 volts to allow for uninterrupted reprogramming of vehicle’s computer, retain vehicle system settings, or simply to maintain battery voltage. Reflash At any time during the test tap ...

  • Page 46: After New Battery Install

    Manual Entry: Use the on-screen keypad to manually type the 17-digit VIN and tap Next.  Back Next The displayed digit counter will count up the alphanumeric characters as they are entered on the keypad. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 47: Battery Test Results

    11 – After New Battery Install DCA-8000 The Edit Battery Information screen displays vehicle and battery information based on VIN. Edit Battery Information  Battery Application Automotive Vehicle Year 2010 Rated Ah Optional Vehicle Make Pontiac Test Location Side Post...

  • Page 48: Appendix A: Recommended Scanning Procedure

    This additional process, can take up to 60 seconds to complete. VIN Scanning For scanning VINs, the DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger uses a handheld scanner connected to the back of charger using a DB-9 style connector. Once successfully scanned, the VIN is cross referenced with the original equipment manufacturer's battery specifications stored in the charger’s database...

  • Page 49: Appendix B: Battery Information Definitions

    Appendix B: Battery Information Definitions DCA-8000 Appendix B: Battery Information Definitions Battery Application Automotive, Marine, Powersport, Group 31, Commercial 4D/8D, Lawn and Garden Battery Installation Single Battery or Dual Batteries Battery Post Top Post, Side Post, Dual Post Battery Rating...

  • Page 50: Appendix C: Test Results Decision Tables

    The battery has good reserve performance. Replace the battery to capacity. The battery is able prevent a no-start situation in your to provide power for the vehicle. electronics systems in the vehicle. Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...

  • Page 51: Starter Test Results

    Appendix C: Test Results Decision Tables DCA-8000 Cranking Reserve Decision SOH Message RC Message Health Capacity Good No Test The battery shows good cranking System conditions have performance. Test the battery again at prevented a test of the next service opportunity.

  • Page 52: Alternator Test Results

    Make sure the alternator mounting is sturdy and that the belts are in good shape and functioning properly. If the mounting and belts are good, replace the alternator. OPEN PHASE Replace the alternator. OPEN DIODE SHORTED DIODE Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...
  • Page 53 Appendix C: Test Results Decision Tables DCA-8000 www.midtronics.com...
  • Page 54 Appendix C: Test Results Decision Tables DCA-8000 Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527...
  • Page 55 Appendix C: Test Results Decision Tables DCA-8000 www.midtronics.com...
  • Page 56 Midtronics products are warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase. Midtronics will, at our option, repair or replace the unit with a re-manufactured unit. This limited warranty applies only to Midtronics products, and does not cover any other equipment, static damage, water damage, overvoltage damage, dropping the unit, or damage resulting from extraneous causes including owner misuse.

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