MayPole MP7436 User Manual

Battery tester & analyser

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Battery Tester & Analyser (MP7436)
Suitable for 6V/12V lead acid; AGM or GEL batteries.
USER MANUA L
Please read and follow this operating manual and all safety instructions for the
batteries being tested before using this device.
Keep these instructions for future reference. When passing the device on to others be sure
to also include all documentation. The instruction leaflet is also available on our website
www.maypoleltd.com
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  • Page 1 Battery Tester & Analyser (MP7436) Suitable for 6V/12V lead acid; AGM or GEL batteries. USER MANUA L Please read and follow this operating manual and all safety instructions for the batteries being tested before using this device. Keep these instructions for future reference. When passing the device on to others be sure to also include all documentation.
  • Page 2: General Safety

    SAFETY • Ensure that cables are regularly inspected and kept in good condition. • Never use the tester if the lead or crocodile clips are damaged. • Never use the tester if it has been dropped or damaged in any way. •...
  • Page 3: General Information

    Short circuit: Batteries store large amounts of energy. Avoid short circuits which could result in a dangerous electrical discharge that could result in personal injury and / or damage to equipment and property. Take extra care when using tools around a battery, remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a lead-acid battery as a short circuit may result in severe burns or cause an explosion.
  • Page 4: Battery Connection

    What Are the Most Commonly Used Car or Motorcycle Batteries? Cars are powered by lead-acid batteries.The most commonly used ones are listed below: ⚫ Flooded Lead Acid Batteries(Wet): This is the oldest/most common car battery type, also known as a "SLl battery.The Flooded Battery is usually made of 6 cells with a liquid electrolyte solution of sulfuric acid and water that needs to be topped off periodically.
  • Page 5: Battery Test

    After connecting the clips, rotate them slightly to remove any dirt or oxidization; ensuring a good contact. MAIN MENU When the tester is connected to a battery the tester will default to the below main menu screen. Pressing the UP/DOWN arrow keys will allow you to toggle through each menu option.
  • Page 6 Select the battery standard by pressing the UP/DOWN keys. Press ENTER to confirm battery standard: Select the battery rating by pressing the UP/DOWN keys to set the correct value. Press ENTER to confirm the value: A final press of the ENTER key will start the battery test process. The display will show the following 5 test results after approximately 10 seconds: 1).
  • Page 7 Note – it is recommended that the battery is tested out of vehicle before replacing the battery in case the battery is not well connected in the car. Once the battery has been tested; pressing the EXIT key will take you back to the main menu options.
  • Page 8: Cranking Test

    CRANKING TEST Note: 1) Turn off the engine and all accessories. 2) The test only applies to 12V lead-acid batteries. The cranking test is the Engine ignition test. This test allows you to check if the battery can provide enough power to start the engine. It tests the battery instant voltage when the engine is cranked.
  • Page 9 The display will automatically show the ripple test results which is used to check the condition of the alternator. Start the engine and increase the RPM to 2,500rpm for 10 seconds. Press ENTER to continue. The display will automatically show the following test results after approximately 10 seconds: Refer to the table below to better understand the test result.
  • Page 10 Replace Bad cell/ replace Charge/ re-test REVIEW Connect the tester to the battery. Select ‘Review’ in the main menu. The review option allows you to review the last test result and delete it. SETUP Select ‘Setup’ in the main menu. In the setup option you can change the device language, activate or de-activate the key beep, test the screen operation and also the keys.
  • Page 11 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Voltage 6V/12V DC 100 – 2000CCA CCA Operating Range Battery compatibility Regular, flooded, AGM, GEL batteries Safety Features Over Voltage & reverse polarity protection Working temperature 0°C- 50°C/ -32°F 122°F COLD CRANKING AMPS MEASUREMENT RANGE Measurement Standard Measurement Range 100-2000 100-2000 100-2000...
  • Page 12 Technical Manager Maypole Ltd June 2024 Email: sales@maypoleltd.co.uk Web: www.maypoleltd.com mAYM...

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