Actron KAL8600 - Manual (Page 6)

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CHARGE & RETEST
Indicates the battery is discharged and needs to be charged before it can be retested.
If the battery has been charged and continues to display “Charge/Retest”, it is
BAD and needs to be replaced.
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SURFACE CHARGE
Indicates that a surface charge exists and should be removed before retesting the
battery. Turn on the vehicle headlights for 60 seconds, then off. Wait 60 seconds
for battery to stabilize (some batteries may require additional time). Hook up and
retest.
After all tests are complete, the battery volt-
age and state-of-charge in CCA (Cold Crank-
ing Amps) will be displayed as shown. This
is the available battery power at its present
temperature and state of charge.
NOTE: A flashing asterisk ( * ) next to CCA reading indicates that vehicle noise
was detected during an in-vehicle battery test. The engine and all
accessory loads must be turned off. If the problem remains, disconnect
battery from the vehicle and retest.
If a CCA reading higher than 2000 (analyzer maximum limit) is measured, 2000
and OVER will alternate on the display, and if a CCA reading lower than 50 (analyzer
minimum limit) is measured, 50 and UNDER will alternate.
A new battery, when fully charged and at 70°F (21°C), will have a CCA rating that is
greater than the CCA rating on the battery label.
STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEM TESTS
These tests check the starting/charging system. The tests may be performed on 12
or 24 volt systems. The automated testing process and all test results are stored for
later review or printing. The analyzer checks:
- Battery voltage during crank. A large voltage drop implies excess current draw
because of a faulty starter motor or mechanical binding.
- Battery voltage during no-load idle and during fast idle under electrical load. This
checks the operation of the voltage regulator.
- Voltage ripple under electrical load. This tests for faults in the alternator diodes
and windings.
CAUTION! Before performing starting/charging system tests,
perform a battery test to make sure battery is good,
properly charged, and engine is warmed up.
While running the Starting/Charging tests, use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to review
the results of any of the completed tests. To repeat any test, use the UP arrow key to
return to the instruction display for that test and press \ to retest.
Test Results
GOOD BATTERY
12.20V 615 CCA
Press * to Continue