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Battery Electrical System Analyzer
Model: 12-1012
Associated Equipment Corp.
User's Manual
Version 13.08
5043 Farlin Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63115
800-949-1472(US)
314-385-5178 (Outside US)

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  • Page 1 Battery Electrical System Analyzer Model: 12-1012 User’s Manual Version 13.08 5043 Farlin Ave. 800-949-1472(US) Associated Equipment Corp. St. Louis, MO 63115 314-385-5178 (Outside US)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    10.1 Start Testing----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------39 No load testing at 3,000 RPM-----------------------------------------------------------------------------39 Testing with load at 2,000 RPM---------------------------------------------------------------------------42 11.0 View Last Test Results----------------------------------------------------------------------- 12.0 Setting Up the PC ready for MODEL 12-1012------------------------------------------ 12.1 Installing Driver------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------47 12.2 Printing Results from normal printer ------------------------------------------------------------------50 12.3 Saving results--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------50 13.0 Warranty Information----------------------------------------------------------------------------...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 1.0 - Introduction 1.1-The Product: As we all know battery plays a very important role in a vehicle by providing power to all the electrical components and also the initial power to get the engine started.

  • Page 4: Specifications

    Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 3. Starter Test: Checks the cranking effectiveness of the battery to predict when the battery will fail to crank a vehicle basing on voltage profiles with results and recommendations display. 4. Alternator Test:...

  • Page 5: Safety Measures

    Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 2.0 Safety Measures: For safety reasons, read this manual thoroughly before operating the Tool. Always refer to and follow the safety instructions and testing procedures provided by the car or equipment manufacturer. The safety messages presented below and throughout this user’s manual are reminders to the...
  • Page 6 Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ Never lay tools on vehicle battery. You may short the terminals together causing harm to yourself, the tools or the battery. Engine parts become very hot when engine is running. To prevent severe burns, avoid contact with hot engine parts.

  • Page 7: Other Precautions

    Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 2.2 Other Precautions: • This battery analyzer is meant for testing of 12 Volts batteries only. • Its operating voltage is from 9V ~ 15V DC and should not be tested on 24V directly. It will cause damage the unit. For 12V x 2 batteries (in series or parallel), disconnect the connections and test them individually.

  • Page 8: Working With Batteries

    Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 3.0 Working with Batteries Lead-acid batteries contain a sulfuric acid electrolyte, which is a highly corrosive poison and will produce gasses when recharged and explode if ignited. It can hurt you badly. When working with batteries, make sure you have plenty of ventilation, remove your hand jewelry, watch and wear protective eyewear (safety glasses), clothing, and exercise caution.
  • Page 9 Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ Reinstall the vent caps BEFORE recharging, recharge ONLY in well-ventilated areas, and wear protective eye ware (safety goggle). Do NOT smoke or cause sparks or flames while the battery is being recharged because batteries give off explosive gasses.

  • Page 10: The Battery Electrical System Analyser

    10 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 4.0 - The Battery Electrical System Analyzer 4.1 – MODEL 12-1012 Black Clamp to battery negative ( - ) post. Red Clamp to battery positive ( + ) post. USB port for connection to PC.

  • Page 11: Functions Of Individual Key

    11 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 4.3 - Functions of Individual key: Use this key to scroll up to the next item OR when it is in the keying-in Battery Ratings values mode, press this key once will increase the value by step of 5 units.

  • Page 12: Help Key

    Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 5.0 – Help Key This selection helps you to familiarize with the usage of the MODEL 12-1012 as well as explaining the various test functions and its results. To get into this function, just press key at any one of the functions displayed on the menu screens as shown below (Fig.3 and Fig 4):...
  • Page 13 13 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ Let say if you need help on “How to operate”, press key in this selection will get into the display as shown below: Operation:Engine Must be OFF. Locate battery. Clamp Tester.

  • Page 14: Battery Test

    14 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 6.0 - Battery Test 6.1 – Start Testing Performing Battery Test whilst it is still in the car: Vehicle that was running has to have its engine OFF first and then switch ON the headlights for 30 seconds to remove the surface charge.
  • Page 15 15 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ Here, it will let you select your choice from the Menu: New: Clear Memory Selecting this item will allow the tester to clear the last tested results stored in its memory and begin a new test.
  • Page 16 16 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 4. Pressing key once will scroll down to the next item if there is a need to select it. 5. As an example (Fig.14) the selected item was on “Battery Test” and it is being highlighted.
  • Page 17 17 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 9. If there is no surface charge present, then it will straight away enter into “Select Rating” menu screen as shown in Fig. 18 Select Input SANS JIS# Unknown Figure 18 10.
  • Page 18 18 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ If it is selected under JIS # (Japanese Industrial Standard) then the display will prompt you as shown (Fig.19) below. JIS# to CCA: See user manual for conversion Enter to proceed...
  • Page 19 19 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 11. Referring to the Table list (Fig.20) basing on 80D26L, check the battery type: WET, MF, Sealed MF or Closed MF (CMF) as each category has different CCA ratings. For instance, if the battery is a Sealed MF (CMF) then it is rated at 630 CCA.
  • Page 20 20 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 14. For less than 5 seconds, the results of the testing will be displayed on the LCD screen. (Fig. 24) RESULTS: Good 12.40V 419 CCA Int.R: 6.43mΩ LIFE: Figure 24 Interpretations of the above results:...
  • Page 21 21 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ will decrease so it reads near its rating. While this value is not the same as a CCA test, it is the best available measurement for showing a battery's current condition in relation to its rating.
  • Page 22 22 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ Explanation of the following terms used as shown on the LCD display: • CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) – most commonly used Standard. CCA is a rating used in the battery industry to rate a battery’s ability to start an engine in cold temperatures.
  • Page 23 23 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ An example of the results display is shown below: (Fig.25) RESULTS: 12.40V 419 CCA Int.R: 6.43mΩ Figure 25 To determine the condition of the tested Deep Cycle Batteries, refer the Voltage reading (should not fall below 12.6V when fully charged) and Ω...

  • Page 24: Battery Rating Charts

    24 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ Check the battery ratings and enter it as described in step 10 and 11 (page 17~19) and the results will show as an example below: (Fig. 28) RESULTS: 09.76V 38 CCA Int.R: 70.09mΩ...
  • Page 25 25 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ Battery Model (JIS#) CCA Ratings Battery Model (JIS#) CCA Ratings 46B24R NS60 75D31L N70ZL 46B24RS NS60S 80D23R 46B24LS NS60LS 80D23L 46B26R NS60 80D26R NX110-5 46B26L 80D26L NX110-5L 46B26RS 85B60K 46B26LS 85BR60K...

  • Page 26: Din & En Standards Rating Charts

    26 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ DIN & EN Standards Rating Chart Battery Amps Battery Amps Model No. Model No. 52805 55057 52815 55068 53517 55069 53520 55218 53521 55414 53522 55415 53621 55421 53624 55422 53625...
  • Page 27 27 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ Battery Amps Battery Amps Model No. Model No. 56638 60026 56641 60038 55647 60044 56821 60527 56820 60528 56828 61017 57024 61018 57029 61023 57113 61047 57114 61048 57217 62034 57218...

  • Page 28: Yuasa Battery Rating Chart

    28 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 7.3 YUASA Battery Rating Chart Battery Battery Model No. Model No. 24-500 75A-72 34-6MF 75-660 34-60 78A-72 34-610MF 78-710 34-710 GR40R-MF 35-580 GR40R-CMF 41-580 GTH40 55D23R GTH40L 58-6MF GTH40S 58-60 GT50L...

  • Page 29: Start Testing

    29 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 8.0 – Grounding Test The engine body and the vehicle chassis are always connected to the battery negative terminal to provide the electrical return path (grounding) for all the electrical components. Due to the surrounding environmental effect, the...
  • Page 30 30 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 3. After you have made your choice, selecting “New: Clear Memory” or “Continue…Test” will proceed to the display below: (Fig. 31) Battery Test Grounding Test Starter Test Alternator Test Figure 31 4.

  • Page 31: Grounding Test

    31 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 7. Press key again and it will starts analyzing (Fig. 34) Analysing... Please Wait! ıııııııııııııııı Figure 34 8. Once it has finished analyzing, it will prompt you with an instruction (Fig. 35) stating that you have should unclamp the Black tester clip from...
  • Page 32 32 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 10. Now you need to press key to proceed and the display will show as follows (Figure 37). Analysing... Please Wait! ıııııııııııııııı Figure 37 10. If the measured resistance reading is within limits, then it will display as follows (Fig.
  • Page 33 33 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ Note: The above indicates that the ground contact from the engine body to the battery is bad. Check for rusted or corroded point of contacts. If found, dismantle it for cleaning or replace before fixing back.

  • Page 34: Starter Test

    MODEL 12-1012 will capture the highest voltage drop and calculate the final results which should not be lower than 9.6V average during cranking and computes the result after the test.

  • Page 35: Begin Testing

    35 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 9.1– Begin Testing 1. With engine OFF, place the vehicle transmission in NEUTRAL for Manual and PARK for Automatic then apply the parking brake. 2. Connect the analyzer to the battery terminals and the display will light up as shown (Fig 41).
  • Page 36 36 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 2. Press key to continue and the display will show: (Fig.44) Voltage: 12.65V Crank engine now until it starts. Then press Enter Figure 44 3. Switch the ignition key to ON and start cranking the engine until it starts.
  • Page 37 37 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 5. During cranking when it detects that there is no drop in voltage, it will display the following screen (Figure 47). CRANKING TEST Not detected... Check connection and test again. Figure 47 6.

  • Page 38: Alternator Test

    38 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 10.0 – Alternator Test An alternator is the device used to produce the electricity the car needs to run and to keep the battery charged. The alternator uses the principle of electromagnetic induction to produce voltage and current.

  • Page 39: Start Testing

    39 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ If the voltage goes above 15.0 volts, the voltage regulator shuts off the current to the field terminal and keeps the battery from overcharging and cooking itself. This is how the voltage regulator controls the alternator output.
  • Page 40 40 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 3. It will run through a self-test and when completed it displays the Main Menu as shown: (Fig. 49) Select Test New: ClearMemory Continue Test... LastTest Results Figure 49 4. After you have made your choice, selecting either “New: Clear Memory”...
  • Page 41 41 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ Start the engine and then press key again and the screen will prompt you as shown below (Fig. 53). Rev engine up to 3,000 rpm Enter Continue this rpm for 10 sec.

  • Page 42: Testing With Load At 2,000 Rpm

    42 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 6. Press key will show the results of the test (Figure 55): NO LOAD TEST ChrgVolts: 13.96V Results: GOOD Enter to proceed Figure 55 7. If either minimum or maximum charging volts are not within the voltage range limits then it will display one of the screen as below (Figures 56 &...
  • Page 43 43 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ Now, switch ON all loads (Head Lights, Radio, Air-condition, Heater, etc) and press enter key will display: (Fig.59) Rev engine up to 2,000 rpm Enter Continue this rpm for 10 sec.
  • Page 44 44 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ If either minimum or maximum charging volts are not within the voltage range limits then it will display one of the screen as below (Figures 62& 63) and it will prompt you to check the alternator system for the fault.

  • Page 45: View Last Test Results

    _______________________________________________________________________________ 11.0 – View Last Test Results To view the results of the last test, the MODEL 12-1012 has to be connected to an external power source by either clamping its clips directly to a 12Volt car battery or connected to a PC via the USB port.
  • Page 46 46 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 3. Pressing key once will scroll down to the ‘Last Test Results’ Fig. 67 below. Select Test New: ClearMemory Continue Test... LastTest Results Figure 67 4. Press key will proceed to display the last test results depending the type of test you had performed earlier.

  • Page 47: Setting Up The Pc Ready For Model 12-1012

    47 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ 12.0 –Setting up the PC ready for MODEL 12-1012 12.1 - Installing Driver. Important Note: Before you start to install the driver, please do not plug the Analyzer into the computer’s USB port or else the installation will fail and the computer cannot detect the proper driver when it is connected.
  • Page 48 48 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ As instructed, click [Next>] tab the program will continue to install the driver on the computer. Once it had finished, it will prompt you as shown below. Click [Finish] tab to complete the installation.
  • Page 49 49 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ Step 4. Now plug the Analyzer into any one of the PC USB ports. Step 5. On the PC, go to desktop display and look for icon. Left click on this icon to open the program and the display page...

  • Page 50: Printing Results From Normal Printer

    50 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ In this case, unplug the Analyzer from PC and repeat Step 4 to Step 6. If problem persist, then select an alternate COMPORT individually from the dropdown list and click [Get Data From Analyser] tab to see whether the Last Test Result will appear (as displayed in Step 6).

  • Page 51: Warranty Information

    51 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ All information, illustrations, and specifications contained in this user manual are based on the latest information available at the time of printing. The right is reserved to make any changes at any time without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes.

  • Page 52: Limitations Of Warranty

    52 - Model 12-1012 Users’ Manual Version 13.08 _______________________________________________________________________________ • Contact with water, rain or extreme humidity. • Contact with extreme heat. • Cables that have broken, bent contact pins or subject to extreme stress or wear. • Physical damage to the product surface including scratches, cracks or other damage to the display screen or other externally exposed parts.

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