Battery Test Procedure

Connect the tester to the battery.
- Red clamp to positive (+) battery terminal
- Black clamp to negative (-) battery terminal
Fig 1: Connecting Tester To 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-VEHICLE" or "OUT-OF-VEHICLE". Make your selection by pressing the arrow buttons; then press ENTER.

Fig 2: Screen Display - In-Vehicle And Out-Of-Vehicle
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Select CCA and press the ENTER button.

Fig 3: Screen Display - Select CCA And Press Enter Button
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NOTE:
- CCA: Cold cranking amps, is an SAE specification for cranking batteries at -0.4°F (-18°C).
Set the CCA value displayed on the screen to the CCA value marked on the battery label by pressing up and down buttons and pressing ENTER.

Fig 4: Screen Display - Set CCA Value
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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 will conduct battery test.

Fig 5: Screen Display - Battery Ratings (CCA) On Tester
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The tester displays battery test results including voltage and battery ratings.

Refer to the following table and take the appropriate action as recommended by the Micro 570.

Fig 6: Screen Display - Battery Test Results

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BATTERY TEST RESULTS

Result On Printer	Remedy
GOOD BATTERY	No action is required.
GOOD - RECHARGE	Battery is in a good state. Recharge the battery for use. Follow the instruction below when charging and retesting the battery, otherwise the test result may be inaccurate. (See 'Charging and Retesting after charging battery' below.)
CHARGE & RETEST	Battery is not charged properly. Charge and test the battery again. Follow the instruction below when charging and retesting the battery, otherwise the test result may be inaccurate. (See 'Charging and Retesting after charging battery' below.)
REPLACE BATTERY	Replace battery and recheck the charging system. Improper connection between battery and vehicle cables may prompt "REPLACE BATTERY" message. 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. If "REPLACE BATTERY" is prompted on Micro 570, replace the battery and recheck the charging system.

[Charging and Retesting after charging battery]

Charging Battery

Set battery charger to 'Auto Mode' (the Mode that charging current drops as the battery charges) and charge battery until charging current drops down close to zero or the charger alerts with an alarm when charging is complete.

(Minimum charging time recommended: More than 3 hours in Auto Mode explained above)

If battery is not fully charged, battery surface voltage will be high while the amount of current charged (CCA) in battery is low. If the battery is tested in this condition, the tester may misjudge that battery sulfation has occurred as the level of current in battery is too low in comparison with battery voltage.
* Surface voltage: When battery is charged electrolyte temperature increases and chemical reaction become active resulting in an excessive increase of battery voltage.

It is known that it takes approximate one day to subside this increased surface voltage completely.

Testing Battery After Charging

Do not test the battery immediately after charging. Test the battery after the battery surface voltage has subsided as instructed in the following procedure.

When battery charging is complete, install the battery to the vehicle.
Turn IG ON, turn on the headlamps at low beam, and wait for 5 minutes. (Discharge for 5 minutes.)
Turn off the headlamps at IG ON, and wait for 5 minutes. (Wait for 5 minutes.)
Remove +, - cables from the battery and test battery.
WARNING:
- Whenever filing a claim for battery, the print out of the battery test results must be attached.
Starter Test Procedure

After the battery test, press ENTER immediately for the starter test.

Fig 7: Screen Display - Press Enter Immediately For Starter Test
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Start the engine.

Fig 8: Screen Display - Start Engine
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Cranking voltage and starter test results will be displayed on the screen.

Refer to the following table and take the appropriate action as recommended by the Micro 570.

Fig 9: Screen Display - Cranking Voltage And Starter Test Results

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Starter Test Results

Result On Printer	Remedy
CRANKING VOLTAGE NORMAL	System shows a normal starter draw.
CRANKING VOLTAGE LOW	Cranking voltage is lower than normal level. Check starter.
CHARGE BATTERY	The battery level is too low for the test. Charge the battery and retest.
REPLACE BATTERY	Replace battery. If the vehicle cannot be started even though "GOOD BATTERY" is displayed, check wiring for open circuit, battery cable connection and starter, and repair or replace as necessary. If the engine does not crank, check fuel system.

NOTE:

When testing a vehicle with an old diesel engine, the test result may not be favorable if the glow plug is not heated. Conduct the test after warming up the engine for 5 minutes.

Charging System Test Procedure

Press ENTER to begin charging system test.

Fig 10: Screen Display - Press Enter To Charging System Test
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The tester displays the actual voltage of alternator.
Press ENTER to continue.

Fig 11: Screen Display - Press Enter To Continue
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Turn off all electrical loads and rev up the engine for 5 seconds by pressing the accelerator pedal. (Follow the instructions on the screen)

Fig 12: Screen Display - Turn OFF Electrical Loads And Rev Up Engine For 5 Seconds (1 Of 3)
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Fig 13: Screen Display - Turn OFF Electrical Loads And Rev Up Engine For 5 Seconds (2 Of 3)
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Fig 14: Screen Display - Turn OFF Electrical Loads And Rev Up Engine For 5 Seconds (3 Of 3)
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The message that engine RPM is detected will be displayed on the screen. Press ENTER to continue.

Fig 15: Screen Display - Message Engine RPM Detected And Press Enter To Continue
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If the engine RPM is not detected, press ENTER after revving up the engine.

Fig 16: Screen Display - Press Enter After Revving Up Engine
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The tester will conduct charging system test during loads off.

Fig 17: Screen Display - Tester Will Conduct Charging System Test During Loads OFF (1 Of 2)
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Fig 18: Screen Display - Tester Will Conduct Charging System Test During Loads OFF (2 Of 2)
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Rev up the engine with the electrical loads on.

Fig 19: Screen Display - Rev Up Engine With Electrical Loads ON
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The tester will conduct charging system test during loads on.

Fig 20: Screen Display - Tester Will Conduct Charging System Test During Loads ON
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Rev up the engine for 5 seconds by pressing the accelerator pedal. (Follow the instructions on the screen.)

Fig 21: Screen Display - Rev Up Engine For 5 Seconds By Pressing Accelerator Pedal (1 Of 3)
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Fig 22: Screen Display - Rev Up Engine For 5 Seconds By Pressing Accelerator Pedal (2 Of 3)
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Fig 23: Screen Display - Rev Up Engine For 5 Seconds By Pressing Accelerator Pedal (3 Of 3)
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The message that engine RPM is detected will be displayed on the screen. Press ENTER to continue.

Fig 24: Screen Display - Message Engine RPM Detected And Press Enter To Continue
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If the engine RPM is not detected, press ENTER after revving up the engine.

Fig 25: Screen Display - Press Enter After Revving Up Engine
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Turn off electrical loads (air conditioner, lamps, audio and etc). Turn the engine off.

Fig 26: Screen Display - Turn OFF Electrical Loads (Air Conditioner, Lamps, Audio)
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Charging voltage and charging system test results will be displayed on the screen.
Shut off the engine and disconnect the tester clamps from the battery. Refer to the following table and take the appropriate action as recommended by the Micro 570.

Fig 27: Screen Display - Charging Voltage And Charging System Test Results (1 Of 3)
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Fig 28: Screen Display - Charging Voltage And Charging System Test Results (2 Of 3)
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Fig 29: Screen Display - Charging Voltage And Charging System Test Results (3 Of 3)
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