Starting and Charging: Description and Operation
Battery Test Procedure
1. Connect the tester to the battery.
A. Red clamp to battery positive (+) terminal.
B. Black clamp to battery negative (-) terminal.
CAUTION:
Connect clamps securely. If "CHECK CONNECTION" message is displayed on the screen, reconnect clamps securely.
2. The tester will ask if the battery is connected "IN A VEHICLE" or "OUT OF A VEHICLE". Make your selection by pressing the arrow buttons; then press ENTER.
3. Choose either CCA or CCP and press the ENTER button.
NOTE:
- CCA : Cold cranking amps, is an SAE specification for cranking batteries at -18°C (0°F).
- CCP : Cold cranking amps, is an SAE specification for Korean manufacturer's for cranking batteries at -18°C (0°F).
4. Set the CCA value displayed on the screen to the CCA value marked on the battery label by pressing up and down buttons and press ENTER.
NOTE:
The battery ratings(CCA) displayed on the tester must be identical to the ratings marked on battery label.
5. The tester (Micro570) displays battery test results including voltage and battery ratings.
A relevant action must be given according to the test results by referring to the battery test results as shown in the table below.
NOTE:
The battery ratings (CCA) displayed on the tester must be identical to the ratings marked on battery label.
6. To conduct starter test, continuously, press ENTER.
Battery Test Results
WARNING:
Whenever filing a claim for battery, the print out of the battery test results must be attached.
Starter Test Procedure
1. After the battery test, press ENTER immediately for the starter test.
2. After pressing ENTER key, start the engine.
3. Cranking voltage and starter test results will be displayed on the screen.
Take a relevant action according to the test results by referring to the starter test results as given below.
4. To continue charging system test, press ENTER.
Starter Test Results
Charging System Test Procedure
1. Press ENTER to begin charging system test.
2. ENTER button is pressed, the tester displays the actual voltage of alternator.
Press ENTER to test the charging system.
3. Turn off all electrical load and hold engine at 2000rpm for 5 seconds by pressing the accelerator pedal.
4. Press ENTER.
5. The MICRO 570 analyzer charging system output at idle for comparison to other readings.
6. Take a relevant action according to the test results by referring to the table below after shutting off the engine and disconnect the tester clamps from the battery.
Charging System Test Results