Ermenrich AL40 Zing Battery Tester User Manual

October 30, 2023
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AL40 Zing Battery Tester

Ermenrich AL40 Zing Battery Tester - Overview

  1. ENT button (Enter)
  2. Red clamp (+)
  3. Black clamp (–)

Please carefully read the safety instructions and the user manual before using this product. Keep away from children. Use the device only as specified in the user manual.
Note!
This device is designed for testing 12V batteries only. Do not use it on a group of batteries connected in series.

Usage

  • Turn the ignition and all the accessories off half an hour before testing the battery. Remove any dirt and grease from the battery terminals.
  • Put the clamps on the battery terminals according to their corresponding polarity: the red clamp goes to the positive (+) terminal, and the black clamp goes to the negative (–) one. The device automatically powers on, and the starting screen is displayed. If “Check clamps” is shown on the screen, check the connection.

Menu
Press (1) to enter the menu. TEST FUNC SELECT is shown on the screen. Use the ↑ and ↓ buttons to select the mode. Use ← to go back to the starting screen.
The display order: BAT TEST -> CRANKING TEST -> CHARGING TEST -> LANGUAGE.

Battery test

Select BAT TEST in the menu and press (1). Set the cranking amps value as specified by the battery manufacturer using the ← and → arrows.
Change the first four digits accordingly, and then select the desired measurement standard. Confirm the selection and press (1).

Display information

GOOD The battery is in good condition.
WARNING The battery is old; consider replacing it.
REPLACE The battery is in critical condition. Replace the battery.
VOLT TOO HIGH The battery voltage is too high and it is affecting the test

result.
VOLT TOO LOW| The battery voltage is too low and it is affecting the test result.

Measurement standards:

CCA: 100–1700 GB: 30–200Ah
CA: 100–1700 JIS: 26A17–245H52
BCI: 100–1700 IEC 100–1000
MCA: 100–1700 EN: 100–1700
SAE: 100–1700 DIN: 100-1000

Note!
When JIS standard input is needed, please refer to the JIS/CCA comparison table to set the CCA value (see Appendix A in English).

Cranking test

Select CRANKING TEST in the menu and press (1). The START ENGINE is shown on the screen. Turn the ignition on. The cranking test starts automatically. The starting voltage and starting time in milliseconds will be displayed on the screen.

Display information

GOOD Cranking voltage and speed are good
WARNING Slow cranking

Charging test
Select CHARGING TEST in the menu and press (1) to enter the charging idle voltage test. The screen shows “Increase RPM to 2500. Close all loads. Then, press ENTER”. Increase the engine speed to 2500RPM (rotation per minute), turn all of the loads off, and then press (1).

Display information

HIGH High charging voltage
NORMAL Normal charging voltage
LOW Low charging voltage

Press (1) to enter the charging load voltage test. The screen shows “Increase RPM to 2500. Start all of the loads. Then, press ENTER”. Increase the engine speed to 2500RPM (Rotation per minute), turn all of the loads on, and then press (1).

Display information

NORMAL Normal charging voltage
LOW Low charging voltage

Specifications

Application 12V starter battery
Voltage measurement range (DC), V 6–18
Battery level test +
Cranking test +
Charging system test +
Testing standards CCA, CA, BCI, MCA, SAE, GB, JIS, IEC, EN, DIN
Operating temperature range, °C/°F 0…+50 (operating), −10…+50 (storage) /

+32…+122 (operating), +14…+122 (storage)
Power supply| from the tested battery

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the product range and specifications without prior notice.

Care and maintenance

Only use the device within the permitted range. Do not use the device if it is not working properly. Protect the device from sudden impact and excessive mechanical force. Store the device in a dry cool place. Please note that the parameters of the power supply  must comply with the technical characteristics of the device. Do not smoke, cause sparks, or strike matches near the battery when testing. Do not come in contact with a leaking battery. If battery acid comes into contact with your skin or clothing, wash it off  immediately with soap and water. If acid comes into contact with your eyes, flush immediately with copious cold water for at least ten minutes and get medical attention as soon as possible. Keep away from children.

Levenhuk International Lifetime Warranty

All Levenhuk telescopes, microscopes, binoculars, and other optical products, except for their accessories, carry a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. A lifetime warranty is a guarantee on the lifetime of the product on the market. All Levenhuk accessories are warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for six months from the purchase date. The warranty entitles you to the free repair or replacement of the Levenhuk product in any country where a Levenhuk office is located if all the warranty conditions are met.
For further details, please visit: www.levenhuk.com/warranty
If warranty problems arise, or if you need assistance in using your product, contact the local Levenhuk branch.

Appendix A

JIS translation table

Battery Model (JIS#) CCA Battery Model (JIS#) CCA
NEW OLD WET MF
26A17R 200
26A17L 200
26A19R 12N24-4 200 220
26A19L 12N24-3 200 220
28A19R N150-N24 250
28A19L N150-N24L 250
32A19R NX60-N24 270 295
32A19L NX60-N24L 270 295
26A17R 200
26B17L 200
28B17R 245
28B17L 245
28B19R NS4OS 245
28B19L NS4OLS 245
32B20R N S40 270
32B20L NS4OL 270
32C24R N40 240 325
32C24L N4OL 240 325
34B17R 280
34B17L 280
34B19R NS4OZA 270 325
34B19L NS4OZAL 270 325
34B19RS NS4OZAS 270 325
34B19LS NS4OZALS 270 325
50D20R 310 380
50D20L 310 380
50D23R 85BR60K 500
50D23L 85B60K 500
50D24R N180-S6 390
50B24L N180-S6L 390
50D26R 50D20R 370
50D26L 50D20L 370
55D23R 355 480
55D23L 355 480
55B24R NX100-S6 435 420
55B24L NX100-S6L 435 420
55B24RS NT80-S6S 430 420
55B24LS N180-S6LS 430 420
55D26R N5OZ 350 440
55D26L N5OZL 350 440
60D23R 520
60D23L 520
65D23R 420 540
65D26R N S70 415 520
65D26R N S70L 415 520
65D31R N70 390 520
65D31L N7OL 390 520
70D23R 35-60 490 540
70D23L 25-60 490 540
70D23R 500 520
75D23R 500 520
75D23L 500 520
75D26R F100-5 490
75D26L F100-5L 490
75D31R N7OZ 450 540
75D31L N7OZL 450 540
80D23R 580
80D23L 580
80D26R NX110-5 580 580

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