SOCTESTER ALPHA Series Operating Manual

SOCTESTER
SOCTESTER 140 AHR Battery Profile Load Analyzer
Introduction:
The SOCTESTER™ 140 AHR Battery Profile Load Analyzer is intended to be used to measure the state-of-
charge of a sealed lead-acid (calcium) battery. The state-of-charge information is an indication of the
ability of the battery to supply its rated power. It is not intended that the tester be used on other than
sealed lead-acid type batteries.
Preparation For Initial Use
The tester is supplied with the following:
(1) - (P/N) 6ft. BATTERY TEST CABLE (P/N 140612-ALPHA-CAB)
(1) (P/N) WALL PLUG POWER UNIT (117 VOLTS) (P/N SOCALPHA-140612-P1-A)
If either of these have not been supplied, contact your distributor.
Recommendations Prior To Initial Use:
Prior to initial use, charge the internal battery pack with the supplied wall plug power unit for at least 12
hours. (P/N) WALL PLUG POWER UNIT (117 VOLTS) (P/N SOCALPHA-140612-P1-A)
An overnight charge prior to the Initial use of the tester is recommended.
ONLY use the charger supplied with the SOCTESTER™. The use of an alternative charger may cause
damage to the internal battery pack of the tester or the internal charging system of the tester.
An overnight charge after every use will ensure your tester is ready to perform the next day and
lengthen the life of your internal battery pack.
If your tester is kept in storage, an overnight charge prior to use is recommended. If your tester
is left in long term storage, a quarterly overnight charge is recommended.
Charge The Internal Battery
Charge the SOC internal battery pack
for at least 12 hrs prior to first use.
Charge the SOC internal battery pack
for at least 12 hours after each use.
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