ACT Meters GOLD-PLUS 6V/12V Battery Tester - Manual (Page 4)

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STEP 1 Set the Calibration Control to the Battery Type
Under Test
+
-
0
Ah
◀
TYPE SLA
Standby SLA (Sealed Lead Acid)
Normally permanently on charge. Used in standby
applications: alarm systems, power supplies, stair
lifts etc. To measure the Ah capacity available in
standby SLA batteries, adjust the Ah calibration
control to the ‘zero’ position as shown.
NB: This position is calibrated to typical standby SLA batteries. If
TYPE GEL
Normally charged then discharged repeatedly.
Often used in mobility scooters and golf trolleys
If it doesn’t state ‘GEL’ on the battery, it should
be tested as a standby SLA battery as shown. To
measure the Ah capacity available in cyclic GEL
technology batteries, adjust the Ah calibration
control to the ‘+’ position shown above.
+
-
0
Ah
◀
NB: This position is calibrated to typical GEL technology batteries.
WARNING: ISOLATE THE BATTERY BEFORE USE