MotoBatt MBPro User Manual

Powersports battery and charging/ starting system analyzer

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MOTOBATT MBPro POWERSPORTS BATTERY and
CHARGING / STARTING SYSTEM ANALYZER with
"Test-N-Charge" Capability
IMPORTANT : ALL New "Test-N-Charge" Feature!
The MotoBatt MBPro Tester features an "Industry First"
product capability!
On PowerSports vehicles especially but on an ever
increasing number of vehicles in general, the battery is
located in a "hard to get at" location therefore proper battery
and battery system maintenance just doesn't get done and
the battery fails prematurely leaving you stranded due to lack
of proper charging and testing.
As a customer solutions focused products provider we have
built-in a new and unique capability into the MotoBatt MBPro
and the MBMini battery and system testers that makes the
job a snap!
The part # MBTEL (pictured above) is a unique battery
Testing and Charging lead that is designed to permanently
mount on the vehicle battery allowing for both battery
maintenance charging using the industry standard SAE two
pin connector and use of the MBMini or MBPro battery tester
for a full on battery, starting and charging system test all done
away from the battery. All you have to do is purchase the
part# MBTEL, mount it to your battery, run the lead end away
from your battery (up to 24 inches) to an accessible location
and you're in business!
The part# MBTCL (Clip Lead) comes with the tester for direct
to battery testing.
GB.1-V2

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  • Page 1 SAE two pin connector and use of the MBMini or MBPro battery tester for a full on battery, starting and charging system test all done away from the battery.
  • Page 2 TEST PROCEDURES / OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: For testing 6 and 12 volt batteries, and for testing 12 and charging systems. Suggested operation range 32℉(0℃) to 122℉(50℃) in ambient temperature. WARNING: Working in the vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous. Batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery GB.2-V2...
  • Page 3: Personal Safety Precautions

    operation. For this reason, it is of utmost importance, if you have any doubt, that each time before using your tester, you read these instructions very carefully. To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by the battery manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in the vicinity of the battery.
  • Page 4: Preparing To Test

    PREPARING TO TEST: Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being tested. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with eyes. Inspect the battery for cracked or broken case or cover. If battery is damaged, do not use tester.
  • Page 5 #MBTEL remote Test-N-Charge lead. You will view the following screens: * Press ▲\▼ ↵ BATTERY TEST ▲\▼ MBPro Tester select language or ××.×× V system test. * Press “Enter” to do battery test. * Press ▲\▼...
  • Page 6: Battery Type

    MOTOBATT BATTERY LINE LINE YES / NO Press the ▲\▼ key to select YES or NO to test by MotoBatt part number. Press “ENTER” to confirm choice YES or NO SET CAPACITY: ◄► ↵ Press the ▲\▼ key to select MBTX20U MOTOBATT Part number.
  • Page 7 Test the battery for few TESTING seconds. Press the ▲\▼ key to select IS BATTERY ▲\▼ ↵ battery fully charged or not CHARGED? YES (YES or NO) if tester asks. Press «ENTER» to confirm choice. When the test is completed, the display shows the actual volts and the actual CCA or %.
  • Page 8: System Test

    LOAD ERROR : LOAD ERROR The tested battery is bigger than 450CCA . Or the clamps are not connected properly. Please fully charge the battery and retest after excluding both previous reasons. If reading is the same, the battery should be replaced immediately.
  • Page 9: Charging Test

    CRANKING VOLTS NO CRANKING VOLTS DETECTED NO DETECTED The cranking voltage is not detected. If the cranking voltage is PRESS ENTER FOR normal, press «ENTER» to CHARGING TEST begin charging system test. Press the «ENTER» key, you MAKE SURE ALL will view the following screen.
  • Page 10 HIGH CHARGING VOLTS WHEN TEST AT IDLE The voltage output from the ALT. IDLE VOLTS alternator battery ××.××V HIGH exceeds the normal limits of a functioning regulator. Check to ensure there is no loose connection and the ground connection is normal. If there is no connection issue, replace the regulator.
  • Page 11 EXCESS RIPPLE DETECTED RIPPLE DETECTED One or more diodes in the ××.××V HIGH alternator are not functioning or there is stator damage. Check ensure alternator mounting connections are sturdy. If the mounting and connections are good, replace the alternator. Press the «ENTER» key to continue the charging system with accessory loads.
  • Page 12 CHARGING SYSTEM NORMAL WHEN TEST WITH ACCESSORY LOADS ALT. LOAD VOLTS The system is showing normal ××.××V NORMAL output from the alternator. No problem detected. Press when «ENTER» TEST OVER. TURN charging system test OFF LOADS & ENGINE completed finish. Turn accessory loads and engine off.
  • Page 13 periodically. What is an AGM battery? An AGM battery is a lead-acid electric storage battery that: is sealed using special pressure valves and should never be opened. is completely maintenance-free.* has all of its electrolyte absorbed into separators consisting of a sponge-like mass of matted glass fibers. uses a recombination reaction to prevent the escape of hydrogen and oxygen gases normally lost in a flooded lead-acid battery (particularly in deep cycle applications).
  • Page 14: Terms And Conditions Of Warranty

    powerful and more robust than batteries intended for cars or motorcycles. What is STATE OF HEALTH? It means how much battery capacity is left (%) comparing with the marked original battery capacity. What is STATE OF CHARGE? It means the level in percent of total capacity that the battery is actually charged.
  • Page 15 follow operating instructions. This warranty is expressly limited to original retail buyers. This warranty is not assignable or transferable. Proof of purchase is required for all alleged claims. Warranty cannot be authorized without proof of purchase. Warranty claims must be sent pre-paid with dated proof of purchase.

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