Tool it DBT 400 Battery Tester Instructions

Tool it DBT 400 Battery Tester

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This manual includes guidelines on the operation of your device and the precautions to follow for your own safety. Ensure it is read carefully before first use and keep it handy for future reference.

Risk of explosion and fire

• A battery being charged can emit explosive gas.
• The battery tester should only be connected to batteries with a rated output voltage of 6 V, 12 V and 24 V .
• CAUTION: Reverse polarity will cause the fuse to blow and could cause permanent damage. Damage due to reverse polarity is not covered by our warranty.
• If the car’s battery is disconnected, some management systems may be disabled.
• Consult your vehicle manual for more information on installation.
• Do not use the battery tester if the cord or terminals are damaged.
• Do not use the battery tester if it has received a severe shock or has been damaged in any way.
• Do not disassemble the device. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

Acid projection hazard!

• Wear appropriate safety glasses and clothing.
• If your eyes or skin come into contact with battery acid, rinse the affected part of the body with plenty of water and seek immediate medical assistance.
• Avoid flames and sparks. Do not smoke.
• Protect the electrical contacts of the battery against shortcircuiting.
• The device complies with European Directive.
• The certificate of compliance is available on our website.
• EAC conformity mark (Eurasian Economic Commission)
• Material conforms to UK requirements. The UK Declaration of Conformity is available on our website.
• The device is compliant with Moroccan standards.
• The C م (CMIM) declaration of conformity is available on our website.
• This product should be disposed of at an appropriate recycling facility. Do not dispose of domestic waste.
• The recyclable product falls within waste sorting recommendations.

CONNECTING THE BATTERY TESTER

1. Ensure that the area is well-ventilated before performing a test.
2. Tester for 6 and 12 V batteries and test of the 12/24 V battery charging system (only 12 V on the START & STOP batteries).
3. Before performing a test on the battery, make sure that the ignition and the consumers are switched off. Close all the doors and the boot.
4. Make sure that the battery connections are clean. If necessary, clean them using a wire brush. Any presence of oxidation between the tester terminals and the battery connectors or between the battery connectors and the battery terminals reduces the effectiveness of the tester.
5. Check that the tester has 6 x 1.5V batteries in the compartment.
6. Connect the negative plug (black) to the negative terminal of the battery. Connect the positive plug (red) to the positive terminal of the battery.

DEVICE SETTINGS

Set the language

1. Press to select «language» then press «ENTER» to confirm the selection.
2. Select the language using the arrow then confirm the choice by clicking on «ENTER».

BATTERY TEST

1. Press to select the test «1. START-STOP «if it is a START & STOP battery or» 2. BATTERY TEST «if it is a standard battery. Confirm by pressing «ENTER».
2. Select the type of battery using the arrows then click on the down arrow to access the other criteria.
3. Choose the standard written on the battery and validate (possible standards: CCA, BCI, CA, MCA, DIN, IEC, EN, SAE, GB)
4. Enter the start current indicated on the battery (eg 830SAE) and confirm by pressing «ENTER». The test starts.

Battery test result

BATTERY OK

| BATTERY OK

××.××V ×××× SAE SOH: ×××× SAE

 XX%

| ****

The battery is in working order.

OK FOR RECHARGE

| OK TO RECHARGE

××.××V ×××× SAE SOH:

×××× SAE

 XX%

| ****

The battery in good condition but low state of charge.

CHARGE & TEST

| CHARGING & TESTING

××.××V ×××× SAE SOH: ×××× SAE

 XX%

| ****

Charge the battery and perform the test again.

TO BE REPLACED

| TO REPLACE

××.××V ×××× SAE SOH: ×××× SAE

 XX%

| ****

The battery is nearing the end of its life. A replacement should be organized.

BATTERY DAMAGED, REPLACE

| BAD CELL & REPLACE

××.××V ×××× SAE SOH: ×××× SAE

 XX%

| ****

A problem at the cell level is observed (short circuit.              ). Replace the battery.

ERROR CHARGE

| ****

ERROR CHARGE

| The battery exceeds 2000 CCA or 200 AH, or the clamps are not properly connected.

If neither of these two elements listed above are the cause, fully recharge the battery and test again. If the display remains the same, replace the battery.

1. In each case, to display the battery health status (SOH) and charge status (SOC), press to scroll through the results.
2. Press «ENTER» to return to the home screen. Press «ENTER» again to access the main menu.

TEST OF THE ALTERNATOR CHARGING SYSTEM

1. Press «SYSTEM TEST» and the following screen appears
2. Make sure all vehicle consumers are switched off (lights, air conditioning, radio, etc.).
3. Start the engine. One of these three results appears

x.xxx V LOW

| The starting voltage is not correct. The battery must be replaced.

Voltage above 9.6 V

|

START VOLTS

x.xxx V NORMAL

|

The starting voltage is normal.

No undulation

|

START VOLTS

NO UNDULATION

|

The starting voltage is not detected. Repeat the test.

1. If the start voltage is normal, press «ENTER» to continue the test.
2. Keep the engine running Check that all the accessories of the vehicle are off then validate.
3. One of the 3 results is displayed

Result of the start voltage test

ALT. VOLTS ADJUST

xx. xx V UP

| Check that the connections are good. If everything is properly connected, replace the regulator.
Normal starting voltage when the test is performed with the engine at idle| ALT. VOLTS ADJUST

xx. xx V NORMAL

| No problem was detected. Normal operation of the

alternator.

Low starting voltage when the test is performed with the engine at idle

| ****

ALT. VOLTS ADJUST

xx.xx V LOW

| The alternator does not provide enough power to the battery. Check the belts, and ensure that the alternator is running when the engine is on. If the belts slip or are broken, replace them and re-test. Check the connection between the alternator and the battery. If the connection is bad, clean or replaces the cable and re-test. If the alternator belts and connection are in good condition, replace the alternator.

1. Press «ENTER» to continue charging the circuit test with accessories.
2. The tester asks «SWITCH CONSUMERS ON AND PRESS ENTER». Turn on the heater to maximum (heat), high and rear headlights. Do not switch on cyclic loads such as air conditioning or windshield wipers.
3. Run the engine at 2500 rpm for 15 seconds.
4. Press «ENTER», and the ripple intensity of the load cell appears. One of the two results is displayed

Normal undulation intensity

| VOLTAGE RED OK

xx. xx V NORMAL

OR

VOLTAGE RED DEF

| The diodes are working in the alterna- tor/starter

High undulation intensity

|

TENSION REDR OK

xx. xx V HIGH

| One or more diodes do not

do not work or are damaged. Make sure that the alternator support is properly positioned and that the timing belts are working properly. If so, replace the alternator.

1. Continue the test by pressing «ENTER». The tester now analyses the starting voltage with the accessories of the vehicle running.

Result of the load system test with consumables running

VOLTAGE ALTERNA

xx.xx V HIGH

| The alternator output voltage is abnormally high. Check that there are no connection problems. If not, replace the alternator.
Normal starting voltage when the test is performed with the accessories

running

| VOLTAGE ALTERNA

xx.xx V NORMAL

| The alternator output voltage is normal. No problem was detected.

Low starting voltage when

the test is performed with the accessories running

| ****

VOLTAGE ALTERNA

xx.xx V LOW

| The alternator does not provide enough current for charging the electrical system and the battery. Check the belts, and ensure that the alternator is running when the engine is on. If the belts slip or are broken, replace them and re-test. Check the connection between the alternator and the battery.

If the connection is bad, clean or replaces the cable and re-test. If the belts and connection are in good condition, replace the alternator.

MAINTENANCE

battery voltage is not high enough to perform the test (<1.0 V). Fully recharge the battery and try again.
Insufficient internal battery| Replace the batteries in the tester.

WARRANTY

The warranty covers faulty workmanship for 2 years from the date of purchase (parts and labor).

The warranty does not cover

• Transit damage.
• Normal wear of parts (eg. : cables, clamps, etc..).
• Damages due to misuse (power supply error, dropping of equipment, disassembling).
• Environment-related failures (pollution, rust, dust).

In case of failure, return the unit to your distributor together with

• The proof of purchase (receipt etc …)
• A description of the fault reported

JBDC

• ADDRESS: 1, rue de la Croix de Landes – CS54159 53941 Saint-Berthevin Cedex France

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