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OPERATORS MANUAL
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  • Page 1 741X870 OPERATORS MANUAL Read entire manual before using this product. www.pulsetech.net...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Before You Start 1-1. Main Features 1-2. Caution 1-3. Warning 1-4. Personal Safety Precautions 1-5. Preparing To Test 1-6. Operation and Use 1-7. Paper Replacement 1-8. Precaution For Using The Integrated Printer 1-9. How To Replace Clamp Set 1-10.

  • Page 3: Before You Start

    1. Before You Start 1-1. Main Features 6V, 12V, and 12V start-stop battery test 12V & 24V cranking and charging system test Print out test results Support PC Software for test result management Firmware update capability 1-2. Caution Suggested ambient operating temp.: 0˚C (32˚F) to 50˚C (122˚F). 1-3.

  • Page 4: Preparing To Test

    Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid con- tacts skin, clothing, or eyes. Wear safety glasses and protective clothing. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eye, immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least ten minutes and get medical attention immediately.

  • Page 5: Paper Replacement

    1-7. Paper Replacement Open the paper roll cover. Place a new paper roll in the com- partment. Make sure the printing side faces the printing head. Pull a short length of paper from the compartment and press down the cover to close. 1-8.

  • Page 6: Installing And Replacing Internal Batteries

    1-10. Installing and Replacing Internal Batteries Battery specification: six AA batteries Unscrew the battery door fastening screw and lift up the battery door to access the battery compartment. Pull the strap up at a 90-degree angle away from the batteries to remove depleted batteries.

  • Page 7: Surface Charge

    15 seconds to eliminate the surface charge. If the 870PT keeps popping up the notification “Turn on loads & head- lights for 15 seconds” it might be because the vehicle is equipped with the latest LED headlights and modern vehicle control modules.

  • Page 8: System Test

    • CHARGE & RETEST Battery is discharged, the battery condition cannot be determined until it is fully charged. Recharge and retest the battery. • BAD & REPLACE The battery will not hold a charge. It should be replaced immediately. • BAD CELL &...

  • Page 9: Cranking Test Results

    “Is it a diesel engine?” • If YES, the tester will ask the user to rev the engine for 40 seconds before proceed- ing to idle and load on test. • If NO, the tester will proceed to the idle and load on test right away.

  • Page 10: Idel Test Results

    3-3. Idle Test Results • Charging System Is Normal When Testing At Idle The system is showing normal output from the alternator. No problem is detected. • High Charging Voltage When Testing At Idle The voltage output from the alternator to the battery exceeds the normal limits of a functioning regulator.

  • Page 11: Load On Test Results

    • Excess Ripple Detected One or more diodes in the alternator are not functioning properly or the stator is damaged. Make sure the alternator mounting is rigid and the belts are not slipping or broken. If the mounting and belts are good, replace the alternator.

  • Page 12: Ir Test (Internal Resistance Test)

    4. IR Test (Internal Resistance Test) Select IR Test from the main menu. Use the clamps to connect with the battery directly. Select battery temperature. Once the IR test is completed, the tester will display the voltage and internal resistance value on the result page.

  • Page 13: Settings

    6. Settings • Backlight Select “BACKLIGHT” and use directional keys to adjust the brightness of the display. Press ENTER to confirm the setting and return to settings menu. Or press BACK key to discard the change and return to the setting menu.

  • Page 14: History

    Or print out the counter if needed. 8. PC Software NOTE: PC Software can be downloaded at our website, pulsetech.com, on the prod- uct page for the 870PT. • Connecting the tester to your PC Launch PC Software on your PC.

  • Page 15: Dhc Pc Software

    Click “No” if you wish to keep all existing test result data on the tester. • Update Firmware Click on the Update Firmware icon. Select the update file provided by PulseTech. Warning: • Using firmware files from unknown sources may cause perma- nent damage to the tester.
  • Page 16 • What is an AGM battery? An AGM battery is a lead-acid electric storage battery that: 1. is sealed using special pressure valves and should never be opened. 2. is completely maintenance-free.* 3. has all of its electrolyte absorbed in separators consisting of a sponge-like mass of matted glass fibers.

  • Page 17: Terms And Conditions Of Warranty

    • What is CCA (COLD CRANKING AMPS)? The current in amperes which a new fully charged battery can deliver for 30 seconds continuously without the terminal voltage falling below 1.2 volts per cell, after it has been cooled to 0OF and held at that tem- perature.

  • Page 18: Return Goods

    11. Return Goods Pack with sufficient over-pack to prevent damage during shipment. Dam- age incurred during return shipment is not covered under this warranty. Repair costs for such damages will be charged back to shipper. 12. Remark When returning goods, please show “RETURN GOODS“ on all invoices and related shipping documents to prevent any extra charge.
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