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Tester basics, Jumper lead 9 connector pin adapters, Sensor tester power – Actron CP9087 User Manual

Page 8: Installing the battery, Checking the battery

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Section 1

Tester Basics

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Used when checking some ignition modules. Makes
extra connections as required for testing.

Jumper Lead

9

Connector

Pin Adapters

Used for easier attachment of test leads to certain
sensor or wiring connector pins.

• Push one end of the adapter onto the desired

connector pin.

• Grasp the other end with the test lead clip.

Sensor

Tester
Power

A 9-volt transistor radio battery must be installed to
power the unit. Use an alkaline battery (conventional
batteries are too weak for ignition module testing).

Installing the Battery

1. Hold the tester face down with both hands.

2. Using both thumbs, firmly press downwards and

outwards on the battery compartment door at the
bottom of the tester.

3. Slide the battery compartment door away from the

tester to remove.

4. Attach battery to connector and install inside

compartment.

5. Replace battery door. Slide door inwards until it

snaps closed.

Checking the Battery

1. Make sure none of the test leads are connected

together or touching anything.

2. Set RANGE switch to HIGH.

3. Set FUNCTION switch to OHMS.

4. Battery is good if the top TEST light is ON. If any light

below the top TEST light is ON, the battery is too
weak for reliable testing and should be replaced.

TIP: To extend battery life, always switch to POWER
OFF when not making a measurement. This is safe to
do even if the tester is connected to a circuit.

9V

RANGE

HIGH

LOW

POWER OFF

FUNCTION

VOLTS

OHMS

FREQUENCY

TEST