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12V BLUETOOTH BATTERY MONITOR MODEL NO: CBBT1 PART NO: 6260107 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS DL0523 Rev 1...
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INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE product. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
THOSE IN YOUR VEHICLE HANDBOOK VERY CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE DEVICE, KEEP THEM IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Clarke International are not liable for any damages or consequences resulting from: • Connection and installation errors. • Damage to the device due to mechanical influences or voltage surges or any modification to the device.
DO NOT try to use other cables with this product. DO NOT open the case, there are no replaceable parts inside the product. If the product malfunctions, please consult your dealer. 10. Seek professional help if you are unsure about anything related to the electrical system in your vehicle.
OPERATION MAIN FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Real-time display of battery power, temperature and voltage. Automatically tests the starting and charging systems of the vehicle. Sends alarm notification if the battery is abnormal. App supports multi-device connection, 4 devices can be monitored at the same time. Records the track, cost and driving habits of each trip which can be exported to an Excel file.
Some functions need to allow the app to self start and run in the background. The app has been optimised for this and will not consume more power. MOBILE APPLICATION Scan the above QR code for the application or go to Google Play or Apple App Store and search Battery Monitor 6 or Bm6.
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Click the App icon, and run. Allow the app to access location, even when not using the app. If not the device will not automatically notify the user after monitoring a problem. Allow the app to receive notifications, including the car battery, cranking system, charging system and problem alerts.
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Register with either an E-mail or Google account and agree to terms of service. Click the ‘+ Add Device’ button. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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To add a new device, enter the serial number of the device (this can be found on the side of the device) and device name (which is optional). NOTE: Fuel consumption and price can be added here or added and changed in the settings page. NOTE: The app can add/delete/manage up to 4 devices at once.
APP HOME PAGE Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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Lists all devices and gives option to add more devices (Maximum of 4).You can also edit the device name, average fuel consumption, fuel price and battery type of each device. Bluetooth connection status. Blue icon means connected, red icon means disconnected. It is set as default to connect to the latest device automatically, but can be connected or disconnected manually.
SYSTEM SETUP/SETTINGS Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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Account - logged in. Daily notification alert setup: Green is on, Grey is off. System default is every 6 hours. The notification frequency can be set here (1, 3, 6, 9, 12 or 24 hours). Cranking daily notification setup: Green is on, Grey is off. System default is every 6 hours.
CRANKING TEST Cranking Test: When the engine starts, the device will test the cranking system automatically and store the test result. Usually, if the cranking voltage is more than 9.6V, it means it is nor- mal. But if the cranking voltage is less than 9.6V, it means it is abnormal.
CHARGING TEST There are 3 parts to the Charging Test; Idle Speed Test, High Speed Test and Diode Ripple Test. Press the Charging Test button on the home page to start testing. Idle Speed Test: 1) Keep the vehicle in idle mode.
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High Speed Test: 1) Turn off all electrical equipment, such as head- lights, air con, glass heat- ing, interior lighting. 2) Keep the engine at 2500 - 3000 RPM. 3) Click Test, which will run for 6 seconds. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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Diode Ripple Test: 1) Keep the vehicle in idle mode. 2) Turn off all electrical equipment, such as head- lights, air con, glass heating, interior lighting. 3) Click Test, which will run for 6 seconds. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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CHARGING TEST RESULTS Date and Time of test. Idle Charging Voltage: Green = Ok, Red = Abnormal. High Speed Charging Voltage: Green = Ok, Red = Abnormal. Diode Ripple Voltage: Green = Ok, Red = Abnormal. Click button to restart test.
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TRIP RECORD The app will automatically record each trip made for analysis. Click on ‘Trips’ on the home page to view the trip data. Search and list all trips by month. A trip will automatically be listed as Unsorted until filed as Personal or Business.
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Users can view the details of each single trip by touching each trip icon on the ‘Trip’page. Shows map of the trip made.You can zoom in and out to view the driving route and help you analyse driving habits through the rapid acceleration (shown in green) and sudden braking data (shown in...
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FIND CAR The app will automatically save the parking position of your vehicle when the engine is switched off. Click ‘Find Car’ on the home page and the app will show both your current mobile location and the position of your vehicle using your mobiles map application.
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TIPS The App requires a smartphone with the minimum software: Android 5.0 and higher, IPhone iOS 11.0 and higher, based on software version 2.3.0. When your mobile enters Bluetooth range (10m), it will receive notification. At the time of set up, if you choose “not allowed to access location”, you will not receive notification alerts.
TROUBLESHOOTING Issue Solution Need to enter a PIN When Bluetooth switch is turned on, some mobile code for Bluetooth phones will automatically list all nearby Bluetooth connection. device names. Please ignore this PIN code pop-up as the device does not require a PIN code.
The vehicle charging The test needs to be performed during engine system cannot be running. It supports all ordinary alternators, and tested. does not support smart alternators. If the test still does not work, please check with the vehicle manufacturer whether it is a smart alternator. The fuel cost statistics Check whether the fuel consumption and the are inaccurate.
SPECIFICATION Operating Voltage 6V - 20V (12V System) Operating Temp. Range -40c - 90c IP Rating IP67 Device Measurement (H x W x D) 55 x 41 x 12.5 mm Cable Length 270mm Product Weight Minimum Mobile Operating Android 5.0 System Requirement IPhone iOS 11.0 Minimum Bluetooth Requirement...
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY - UKCA Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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