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Pinpoint Test 8: Battery Condition Test

PINPOINT TEST 8: BATTERY CONDITION TEST

PINPOINT TEST 8 BATTERY CONDITION TEST
STEP INSPECTION ACTION
1 TEST BATTERY CONDITION
NOTE:
  • Do not automatically replace a battery showing a red test eye. The red test eye means the battery is discharged, not necessarily defective.
NOTE:
  • Failure to fully charge the battery before retesting may cause false readings.
  • Verify the battery condition using the battery analyzer.
  • Is the battery OK? 
Yes Does the meter read GOOD BATTERY?
RETURN the battery to service.
Does the meter read GOOD-RECHARGE?
CHARGE the battery and RETURN to service.
Does the meter read CHARGE RETEST?
Fully CHARGE the battery and RETEST.
No Does the meter read REPLACE BATTERY?
INSTALL a new battery.
Does the meter read BAD CELL-REPLACE?
INSTALL a new battery.