Battery Test Procedure

Connect the tester to the battery.
- Red clamp to battery positive (+) terminal.
- Black clamp to battery negative (-) terminal.
  
  Fig 1: Connecting Tester With Battery
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  CAUTION: Connect clamps securely. If "CHECK CONNECTION" message is displayed on the screen, reconnect clamps securely.
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.

Fig 2: Identifying Tester Screen Display - Choose Test In-Vehicle
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Choose either CCA or CCP and press the ENTER button.

Fig 3: Identifying Tester Screen Display - Select Input Test Using CCA
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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).
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.

Fig 4: Identifying Tester Screen Display - Set Rating 660 CCA
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NOTE: The battery ratings (CCA) displayed on the tester must be identical to the ratings marked on battery label.
The tester (Micro 570) 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.

Fig 5: Identifying Tester Screen Display - Good Battery
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NOTE: The battery ratings (CCA) displayed on the tester must be identical to the ratings marked on battery label.
To conduct starter test, press ENTER.

BATTERY TEST RESULTS

RESULT ON PRINTER	REMEDY
Good battery	No action is required
Good recharge	Battery is in a good state Recharge the battery and use
Charge & Retest	Battery is not charged properly => Charge and test the battery again (Failure to charge the battery fully may read incorrect measurement value)
Replace battery	=> Replace battery and recheck the charging system. (Improper connection between battery and vehicle cables may cause "REPLACE BATTERY", retest the battery after removing cables and connecting the tester to the battery terminal directly prior to replacing the battery)
Bad cell-replace	=> Charge and retest the battery. And then, test results may cause "REPLACE BATTERY", replace battery and recheck the charging system

WARNING: Whenever filing a claim for battery, the print out of the battery test results must be attached.