Initial Power Up; Inspecting The Battery; Testing Out-Of-Vehicle - Midtronics EBT-965P User Manual

EBT-965P
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For testing in- and out-of-vehicle batteries for possible return.
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Perform a battery test on a new 12V battery in the vehicle.
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Initial Power Up

When powered up for the first time, the tester will take approximately 8 to 10 seconds to
boot up while testing the integrity of the internal software.
Test Preparation

Inspecting the Battery

Before starting the test visually inspect the battery for:
Cracked, buckled, or leaking case. If you see any of these defects, replace the battery.
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Corroded, loose, or damaged cables and connections. Repair or replace them as needed.
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Corrosion on the battery terminals, and dirt or acid on the case top. Clean the case and termi-
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nals using a wire brush and a mixture of water and baking soda.
Low electrolyte level. If the electrolyte level is too low, add distilled water to fill up to ½ above
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the top of the plates and fully charge the battery. Do not overfill.
Corroded or loose battery tray and hold-down fixture. Tighten or replace as needed.
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Testing Out-of-Vehicle

The preferred battery test location is In-Vehicle. However, for testing Out-Of-Vehicle:
Always disconnect the negative cable from the battery first and reconnect it last.
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Always use a carry tool or strap to lift and transport the battery.
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