KONNwei KW870 Car and Motorcycle Battery Tester OBDII Diagnostic Scanner User Manual

KONNwei KW870 Car and Motorcycle Battery Tester OBDII Diagnostic Scanner

The A12MKII is a stereo-integrated amplifier designed to provide high-quality sound for audio enthusiasts. It features multiple input options, including phono, tuner, CD, USB, optical, coaxial, aux, PC-USB, and Bluetooth.

Product Important Safety Instructions

Before using the A12MKII, please read the following safety instructions carefully:

• The RS232 connection should be handled by authorized persons only.
• There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to moisture or water. Do not expose the unit to dripping or splashing. Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the unit. Do not allow foreign objects to get into the enclosure. If the unit is exposed to moisture, or a foreign object gets into the enclosure, immediately disconnect the power cord from the wall. Take the unit to a qualified service person for inspection and necessary repairs.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use with caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such aspower supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• The apparatus should be used in a non-tropical climate.
• The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
• Touching uninsulated terminals or wiring may result in an unpleasant sensation.
• You must allow a minimum of 10 cm or 4 inches of unobstructed clearance around the unit.

Product Usage Instructions

Follow these instructions to use the A12MKII:

1. Connect your audio source to the appropriate input on the rear panel of the amplifier.
2. Connect your speakers to the A or B speaker terminals on the rear panel of the amplifier.
3. Plug in the power cord to the rear panel power cord connector and an electrical outlet.
4. Turn on the amplifier by pressing the power button on the front panel.
5. Select your audio source using the input selector button on the front panel.
6. Adjust the volume using the volume knob on the front panel.

Note: The rear panel power cord connector is the mains power disconnect device. The device must be located in an open area that allows access to the cord connector.

Product Profile

KW870 Car battery tester & car OBDII Diagnostic Tool 2 in 1

KW870 Works on all 1996 and newer 12V gasoline and diesel that are OBD I compliant.It can identify the cause of your CHECK ENGINE and perhaps fix it without going to see your dealer. It also assists you in easily passing annual e missions tests and SMOG CHECK. It covers full OBDII/ EOBD diagnostic functions for the engine system. O2 sensor test, EVAP systems test, and board monitor ring test give you full control of your vehicle’s running status, while a graphical and numeric live data stream display will help you to find out the faulty sensor readings.

KW870 Battery Tester can test all automotive cranking lead acid battery, including ordinary lead acid battery, AGM flat plate battery, AGM spiral battery, and Gel battery, Lithium battery etc. it adopts the state-of-the-art conductance testing technology in the word to easily, quickly and accurately measure the actual cold cranking amps capability of the vehicle starting battery, healthy state of the battery itself, and common fault of the vehicle starting system and charging system, which can help maintenance personnel to find the find the problem quickly and accurately, thus to achieve quick vehicle repair. It Support multi-languages, customer can select different language which includes English, French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Russian, Portuguese, Italian, Polish.

Technical Parameters

• Voltage Measurement Range 6-16V DC.
• Cold Craning Amps Measurement Range

Main Menu Description

• OBDII Diagnostic Menu
• Car Battery Tester Menu
• Motorcycle Battery Tester Menu

1. Choose ” Diagnostic ” For OBDII Diagnosis.
2. After OBDII Connected Well On Car , Show “Monitor Status” And Click ” Enter” For Next Step To Look Through Below 9 Functions.
3. Read Codes: Check The Car Fault Problem: Select [Read Codes] and press OK button in Diagnostic Menu. If there are some codes, the screen will display the codes as shown below:
4. Erase Codes: Select [Erase Codes], Until The Emission-Related Diagnostic Information has been Cleared!
5. I/M Readiness: Select [I/M Readiness] and press OK button, the screen will display the interface as shown below:
6. Data Stream: Press UP or DOWN button to select Data Stream in Main Menu interface and then press OK button to confirm, the screen will display the interface as shown below:
7. Freeze Frame: When and emission-related fault occurs, certain vehicle conditions are recorded by the on-board computer. This information is referred to as freeze frame data. Freeze Data is a snapshot of the operating conditions at the time of an emission-related fault.
8. sensor Test: The results of 02 sensor test are not live values but instead the results of the ECU^ last 02 sensor test. For live 02 sensor readings, refer to any of the live sensor screens such as Graph Screen.
9. On-board monitoring: This function can be utilized to read the results of on-board diagnostic monitoring tests for specific components/systems.
10. Evap System: The EVAP test function lets you initiate a leak test for the vehicle^ EVAP system. The scan tool does not perform the leak test, but signals to the vehicle’s on-board computer to initiate the test. Before using the system test function refer to the vehicle^ service repair manual to determine the procedures necessary to stop the test.
11. Vehicle Information: Select [Vehicle Information] and press OK, the screen will display the information

• After entering car battery test program, tester displays Main Menu, Tester ” Battery In-vehicle or Out-of-Vehicle”
• Press UP/DOWN key to select the battery location, in vehicle or out of vehicle, then press ENTER key to confirm
• For Example ,Select ” Battery Test out-of- vehicle”, Then show below data

Cold Craning Amps Measurement Range

1. CCA: Cold Cranking Amps, specified by SAE&BCI, most frequently used value for starting battery at 0°F(-18 °C)
2. BCI: Battery Council international standard
3. CA: Cranking Amps standard, effective starting current value at 0°C
4. MCA: Marine Cranking Amps standard, effective starting current value at 0°C
5. JIS: Japan Industrial Standard, displayed on the battery as a combination of the numbers and letters, e.g. 55D23, 80D26
6. DIN: German Auto Industry Committee Standard
7. IC: Internal Electron technical Commission Standard
8. EN: European Automobile Industry Association Standard
9. SAE: Society of Automotive Engineers Standard

• Now Select one of them (CCA,IEC, EN, DIN, CA, BCI, MCA, SAE, JIS) (Please check your own battery standard). The test result will be showed as below, Press the up and down keys to switch between SOH and SOC.
• The battery test result will show different type: ( Good Battery / Good, Recharge / Replace / Bad cell, Replace / Charge, Retest )
• For Example ,Select ” Battery in- vehicle”, Then show below data
• For example, Select ” Battery Test” , The current health status of the battery can be directly detected.
  • There will be a prompt after entering, please proceed to the next step according to the prompt.
• For example, Select ” Cranking Test”, the data will be showed as belowThere will be a prompt after entering, please proceed to the next step according to the prompt.
• For example, Select “Charging Test”, the data will be showed as below
• There will be a prompt after entering, please proceed to the next step according to the prompt.

Motorcycle Battery Tester Menu

It can make sure the battery status, including voltage, CCA, electronic resistance, rated CCA, charging value, healthy value and testing result in one second. From the startup screen, or press ESC button to enter Main Menu. After select ” Battery Rating ” The screen will display the test result as below:

1. Press the up and down keys to switch between SOH and SO
2. Battery test result includes 5 types as following: ( Good Battery / Good, Recharge / Replace / Bad cell, Replace / Charge, Retest )

• Waveform: press WAVEFORM FUNCTION button, The screen will display the interface as shown below: CUR: Current Voltage
  • MAX: Maximum Voltage during Ignition MIN: Minimum Voltage during Ignition
  • The waveform will stay in static until there’s changes in the voltage changes detected
  • Various vehicle voltage analyses
• Discharge Voltage: When the ignition OFF, engine OFF (Over 20 Minutes), the Discharge Voltage should be around 12V. If the discharge voltage is lower than 11V, it will be hard to turn the ignition ON. If the discharge voltage continuously stay under 11V, ii means the battery is aging and replacement is needed.
• Starting Voltage: During ignition, the voltage will drop to a certain point, at this minimum point is Starting Voltage (Around 7.5- 9.5V). If the Starting Voltage continuously stay under 7.5, it means battery capacity is low and needs to be replaced
• Charging Voltage: When the ignition ON, engine ON. The alternator will continuously charge the car battery, normally is around 14V

Battery Status corresponding with Battery Voltage (Before Ignition)

Battery Status corresponding with Battery Voltage (After Ignition)

Notice: If the current detected battery voltage is 11.9V, after a few hours trip, the battery voltage is still stay low, the cause could battery damage (Under circumstance of normal alternator). Please replace the battery ASAP

• Review: From the startup screen, or press ESC button to enter Main Menu Press UP/DOWN button to select the Review] function in the Main Menu and press ENTER button, The screen will display the interface as shown below
• DTC Lookup: check all test result
• Setup: Select language English, French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Russian, Portuguese, Italian,Polish
• Help:

Print & Update

This function allows you to update and print the tool software through a computer.

To update and print your tool, you need the following items:

1. tester tool
2. A PC or laptop with USB ports
3. USB cable

Step

1. Downloading the applications from our website www.konnwei.com
2. Run uplink.exe in your computer(Mac OS and linux does not compatible)
3. Press and hold any button until the USB cable is connected with computer and release it after the tool display a message “Update Mode”
4. Open the uplink software, click “Check update” button, will download the upgrade file from internet then update to tester tool
5. Wait for few minutes until update succeed
6. During the update procedure
7. Restart tester tool finish the whole update.

Service Procedures

• If you have any questions, please contact your local store, distributor or visit our website at www.konnwei.com
• If it becomes necessary to return the tool for repair, contact your local distributor for more information.

References

• KONNWEI | Official Home | OBD2 Scanner, Car Diagnostic Tool, Vehicle Electronics, Fixed car solutions

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