Actron KAL8600 - Manual (Page 2)

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BATTERY-CHARGING-STARTING SYSTEM ANALYZER
The Battery-Charging-Starting System Analyzer is a hand held diagnostic tool used to
test 6 volt or 12 volt lead-acid type batteries from 50 to 2000 cold cranking amps
(CCA). Most automotive, lawn and garden, motorcycle, marine, heavy truck, and off
road equipment batteries can be tested with this unit. The Battery-Charging-Starting
System Analyzer will test partially charged batteries provided enough battery charge
exists to power the analyzer.
NOTE: The battery must exhibit at least 1.0 volt for the analyzer to operate.
User prompts on the LCD (liquid crystal display) guide the testing process. Results
are displayed on the LCD when testing is complete. Test results consist of the following:
Battery voltage, available power in CCAs and a battery condition indication.
Comprehensive starting/charging system checks are included (starting voltage, voltage
regulator and alternator performance). The battery may remain connected to the vehicle,
as long as the vehicle electrical system does not interfere with testing. The power
cable is detachable for easy storage or replacement.
An internal 9 volt battery supplies power to allow viewing test results from memory or
enabling the print function without having to connect the analyzer to an external battery.
An infrared printer interface sends test results to an available external printer for hard
copy reports.
When the analyzer is using internal power, the functions available are View Test Results,
Print Test Results, and Voltmeter.
The analyzer is protected from accidental reverse connection to the battery.
• Always wear approved eye protection.
• Always operate the vehicle in a well-ventilated area. Do not inhale exhaust gases—
they are very poisonous!
• Always keep yourself, tools, and test equipment away from all moving or hot engine
parts.
• Always make sure the vehicle is in Park (automatic transmission) or Neutral (manual
transmission) and that the parking brake is firmly set. Block the drive wheels.
• Never lay tools on vehicle battery. You may short the terminals together, causing
harm to yourself, the tools, or the battery.
• Never smoke or have open flames near vehicle. Vapors from gasoline and charging
batteries are highly flammable and explosive.
• Never leave vehicle unattended while running tests.
• Always keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline/electrical/chemical fires handy.
• Always turn ignition key OFF when connecting or disconnecting electrical
components, unless otherwise instructed.
• Keep away from engine cooling fan. On some vehicles, the fan may start up
unexpectedly.
• Always follow vehicle manufacturer’s warnings, cautions, and service procedures.
Safety Guidelines when Working on Vehicles