Topdon BT200 - 12V Battery Tester Manual

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User manual (148 pages)

Table of Contents

Contents

1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW
2 HOW TO USE
3 BATTERY SYSTEM STANDART DESCRIPTION
4 MEASURING RANGE
5 WARNINGS
6 CAUTIONS
7 FAQ
8 Documents / Resources
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Topdon BT200 - 12V Battery Tester Manual

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Buttons	Operation
▲	Page up, or increase the battery rating values
▼	Page down, or decrease the battery rating values
EXIT	Return to the previous page/Main Menu
ENTER	Confirm, Enter and proceed
M	Main Menu
Red Clamp	Positive clamp
Black Clamp	Negative clamp

HOW TO USE

Battery Test (12V Only)

TOPDON BT200 will test each battery according to the selected actual system standard and rating marked on the battery, to get the accurate results.

Before Test

The engine and all other accessory loads must be OFF in order to have accurate results. Turn on the vehicle headlamps for 2~3 minutes until the battery voltage drops back to normal value if the battery is just fully charged.

Steps

The RED (+) Positive Battery Clamp is connected to the (+) positive battery terminal, and the BLACK (-) Negative Battery Clamp is connected to the (-) negative battery terminal. Ensure that the clamps have a firm, secure grip on the battery terminals for accurate results.
The device will jump to main menu automatically after 3 seconds, select "BATTERY TEST" and then press "ENTER" to continue.
Press "▲" or "▼" to select the "BATTERY TYPE" (specified on the battery rating label), then press "ENTER" to continue.
Press "▲" or "▼" to select the correct testing standard (specified on the battery rating label), then press "ENTER" to continue.
Hold "▲" or "▼" to select the battery rating values (specified on the battery rating label).
Press "ENTER" to start the battery test.
The test result is as follows:
For 12V Battery

Cranking Test (12V&24V)

Before Test

The engine and all other accessory loads must be OFF before test in order to have accurate results.

Steps

The RED (+) Positive Battery Clamp is connected to the (+) positive battery terminal, and the BLACK (-) Negative Battery Clamp is connected to the (-) negative battery terminal. Ensure that the clamps have a firm, secure grip on the battery terminals for accurate results.
The device will jump to main menu automatically after 3 seconds, then select "CRANKING TEST":
Press "ENTER" to enter the "CRANKING TEST" interface, start the engine according to the prompts.
The result will show as below:
For 12V Battery

For 24V Battery

Charging Test (12V&24V)

Before Test

The engine must be ON during test in order to have results. Ensure all electrical accessories and devices remain in the OFF state.

* Turning ON/OFF any electrical accessories in the vehicle during the test will affect the accuracy of the test result.

Steps

The RED (+) Positive Battery Clamp is connected to the (+) positive battery terminal, and the BLACK (-) Negative Battery Clamp is connected to the (-) negative battery terminal. Ensure that the clamps have a firm, secure grip on the battery terminals for accurate results.
The device will jump to main menu automatically after 3 seconds, then select "CHARGING TEST".
Press "ENTER" to enter the "RIPPLE TEST" interface.
Press "ENTER" again, or wait for a few seconds to enter the "CHARGING TEST" interface.
The tester prompts the operator to "Increase RPM to 2500r/min and keep it 5 seconds". Press "ENTER" to get the test result:
For 12V Battery

For 24V Battery

Reference Table (for 12V battery)

Status	Battery Voltage	Conclusion
Headlamps & A/C OFF (Depress Accelerator)	≥15.0V	CHARGING HIGH
	13.2V~15.0V	CHARGING NORMAL
	12.8V~13.2V	CHARGING LOW
	<12.8V	NO OUTPUT

Reference Table (for 24V battery)

Status	Battery Voltage	Conclusion
Headlamps & A/C OFF (Depress Accelerator)	≥30.0V	CHARGING HIGH
	27.0V~30.0V	CHARGING NORMAL
	25.6V~27.0V	CHARGING LOW
	<25.6V	NO OUTPUT

*For reference only. Battery problems can also affect the data.

Review Data

Select the "REVIEW DATA".
Press "ENTER" to enter the "Review Data" interface.

* Only the last test result will be displayed.

Language

Select the "LANGUAGE".
Press "ENTER" to enter the "Language" interface, select your preferable language.

* If the "EXIT" key is invalid during the test, please remove the battery clamps and reconnect them.

BATTERY SYSTEM STANDART DESCRIPTION

The battery tester analyzer will test each battery according to the selected system and rating.

CCA	Cold Cranking Amps, specified by SAE & BCI, most frequently used value for starting battery at 0°F (-18°C)
BCI	Battery Council International standard
CA	Cranking Amps standard, effective starting current value at 0°C
MCA	Marine Cranking Amps standard, effective starting current value at 0°C
JIS	Japan Industrial Standard, displayed on the battery as combination of the numbers and letters, e.g. 55D23, 80D26
DIN	German Auto Industry Committee Standard
IEC	International Electro Technical Commission Standard
EN	European Automobile Industry Association Standard
SAE	Society of Automotive Engineers Standard
GB	China National Standard

MEASURING RANGE

The Battery Tester can perform test on batteries rated within 100-2000CCA/30Ah-220Ah.

Measure Standard	Measure Range
CCA	100-2000
BCI	100-2000
CA	100-2000
MCA	100-2000
JIS	26A17-245H52
DIN	100-1400
IEC	100-1400
EN	100-2000
SAE	100-2000
GB	30-220Ah

WARNINGS

DO NOT place the tester near the engine or exhaust pipe to avoid damage by high temperatures, when the car engine is running.
DO NOT smoke, cause sparks, or strike matches near the battery when testing.
DO NOT remove battery clamps while testing.
DO NOT put the tester into a highly humid, dusty environment.
DO NOT disassemble the tester, or may cause damage.

CAUTIONS

Use this tester in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.

Before testing, make sure the battery terminals are really clean as grease and dust could lead to errors in the test results.

Wear eye protection when working around batteries. Check if the insulation layer of the battery clamps is in normal condition (no damage, bareness or disconnection), in case of the electric shock.

Test in a well-ventilated area. Explosive and toxic gases may be produced during testing.

Keep hair, hands, and clothing as well as tester leads and cords away from moving blades and belts.

The tester is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children.

FAQ

Q: Can BT200 test the battery installed in the vehicle?
A: Yes, it supports in-vehicle and out-of-vehicle testing.

Q: Is the test result accurate?
A: Yes. Our BT200 features advanced conductance detection giving you accurate test results in seconds.

Q: What batteries can BT200 work on?
A: It works on 12V regular flooded, AGM Flat plate, AGM Spiral, GEL and Deep Cycle batteries, with CCA between 100 to 2000.

Q: Is BT200 designed with any built-in protections?
A: Yes. It offers peace of mind with extra-safe Reverse Polarity and Sparkproof protection, and easy operations even if you're new to battery testing.

Q: How do I confirm if my vehicle battery is bad or good?
A: The battery tester will display SOH (State of Health), SOC (State of Charge), CCA (Cold Cranking Ampere), Voltage, Internal Resistance, and Rating, with an intuitive test result of "GOOD" or "BAD" for your reference. If the internal resistance is too large, it indicates a broken battery.

Q: Can this battery tester estimate the remaining capacity of my battery?
A: Yes. The battery tester will display SOC (State of Charge) to express as a percentage of your battery's rated capacity, a measure of its condition to assess the potential energy.
Note that a decent SOC (State of Charge) doesn't mean the battery is in good condition. You need to refer to your battery's actual CCA Value and Internal Resistance for further analysis.