Actron KAL8500 - Manual (Page 4)

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BATTERY TESTING
3. Select test based on battery temperature.
Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to move the pointer next to the appropriate
selection. Press \ÿkey to make selection. Use Batt Above 32°F selection
when the battery actual temperature is above 32°F (0°C). Use Batt Below 32°F
selection when the battery’s temperature is 32°F (0°C) or lower.
2. Enter the battery CCA rating.
Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the CCA number of the battery to be
tested. Press and hold arrow key down for rapid scrolling. Once the correct
number is displayed, press the \ÿkey to continue.
NOTE: Do not be confused by CA rating. Use the CCA rating. To convert CA
or MCA (Marine) to CCA, multiply CA or MCA by 0.8.
1. Select Battery Test and press \ÿkey to begin testing.
The analyzer will check for bad cell(s), excess voltage, and sufficient charge to
run an accurate test. If any of these checks fail, one of the following messages
will be displayed and testing is stopped.
BAD CELL
Indicates that there is a shorted or defective cell in the battery and the
battery needs to be replaced.
VOLTAGE TOO HI
Make sure: • No battery chargers are hooked up.
• Engine is not running.
• You are testing a 6 or 12 volt battery.
• Two 12 volt batteries in series (24V) are being tested
individually.
CHARGE & RETEST
Indicates the battery is too low to test and needs to be charged before it
can be tested. If the battery has been charged and continues to give this
result, it is BAD and needs to be replaced.
ENTER CCA: 600
Press \ To Cont.
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Batt Above 32°F
Batt Below 32°F