sp tools SP61065 Battery Analyser with Built-In Printer User Manual

SP61065 Battery Analyser with Built-In Printer

User Manual

RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND ATTACH RECEIPT TO MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

NOTE: Proof of purchase must be retained by the customer as it will be required in the event of a claim under warranty.

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IMPORTANT
ALL PERSONS WHO ARE TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT MUST THOROUGHLY READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL PRIOR TO OPERATION.

INTRODUCTUCTION

Product Profile
The SP61065 Battery Tester adopts what is currently the world’s most advanced conductance testing technology to easily, quickly and accurately measure the actual cold cranking amps (CCA) capability of the vehicle starting battery, and its state of health. This tool assists maintenance personnel to find the problem quickly and accurately. It will test all automotive cranking lead acid batteries, including ordinary lead acid battery, AGM flat plate battery, AGM spiral battery, Gel battery and EFB battery

• Tests a battery with low charge, no need to full charge the battery before testing.
• Detects a bad battery cells.
• Indicates health status (or condition) of connected battery.
• Includes reverse polarity protection; incorrect battery connection will not damage the tester or affect the vehicle or its battery.
• Testing standards include currently the world’s majority of battery standards, CCA, BCI, CA, MCA, JIS, DIN, IEC, EN, SAE, GB.
• Supports multi-languages, customer can select different language package, which includes: English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Dutch.

Product Function
Battery test analyses a battery’s healthy status by calculating the actual cold cranking capability of the battery and comparing this against its rated (new) capacity. This provides a reliable analysis of the battery’s condition and what maintenance may be required for the battery. It can thereby notify the user when to replace a battery in advance of its ultimate failure.

The Battery test is targeted to analyse the battery condition and calculate the actual cold cranking capability of the battery including its aging extent. This provides reliable analysis evidence for the test and maintenance of the battery. It notifies the user when to replace the battery prior to in service failure.

The Cranking test (12V and 24V systems) is used to test and analyse the starter motor. By measuring the actual cranking current and cranking voltage of the starter motor, it is possible to determine starter motor condition.
The Charging test (12V and 24V systems) is to check the charging system. Including alternator output and rectifier diode function. This will confirm if the output voltage of the alternator is correct, the rectifier is working and the charge current is normal.

Technical Parameters

Cold Cranking Amps Measure range:

Input Voltage Range: 8 -30V DC

Technical Specifications

1. Display: Backlit LCD, 128mm x 64mm
2. Working Environment Temp.: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122 F°)
3. Storage Temperature: -20 to 70°C (-4 to 158 F°)
4. Power provided via vehicle
5. Dimensions: Length 210mm, Width 90mm, Height 40mm
6. Weight: 470g
7. Voltage Tolerance: 8 -30V DC (for 12v batteries only)
8. Measurement range 100 – 2000 CCA

Intended Use

This device is intended for automotive and or marine, trade or commercial applications, in dry, non-explosive environments 0 to 50°C (32 to 122 F°)

Scope of Delivery

• User Manual: Instructions on tool operations.
• SP61065 Tester / Printer with cable and terminal clamps.
• Thermal print paper
• USB cable
• CD
• Storage Bag

Safety Precautions & Warnings

To prevent personal injury or damage to vehicles and/or the Battery Analyser, read this instruction manual first and observe the following safety precautions at a minimum whenever working on a vehicle:

1. Always perform automotive testing in a safe environment.
2. Wear safety eye protection that meets the AS/NZS 1337.1 standards.
3. Keep clothing, hair, hands, tools, test equipment, etc., away from all moving or hot engine parts.
4. Operate in a well-ventilated work area; charging batteries can create explosive gases.
5. Chock drive wheels and never leave vehicle unattended while running tests.
6. Use extreme caution when working around the ignition coil, distributor cap, ignition wires and spark plugs. These components create hazardous voltages when the engine is running.
7. Put transmission in PARK (for automatic transmission) or NEUTRAL (for manual transmission) and make sure the parking break is engaged.
8. Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for petrol / chemical / electrical fires nearby.
9. Don’t connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition on or engine running.

Tool Description

1. LCD DISPLAY — Backlit display Indicates test results
2. ENTER BUTTON — Confirms a selection (or action) from a menu
3. EXIT BUTTON — Cancels a selection or returns to menu
4. Up Key — Moves up through menu and sub menu items
5. Down Key — Moved down through menu and sub menu items
6. Fn Key — Press to enter the function for quick test customised
7. Printer — Print test result
8. CLIPS — Connects unit to battery terminals + (red) and – (black)
9. Mini-USB Socket — Connect to computer for print vis USB cable

Internal Resistance Explanation

Internal Resistance (IR) is an important factor for accessing a battery’s capability. When a battery’s internal resistance exceeds a specific value, the engine can’t be started. The normal IR value of cars should be less than 10m, but there will be differences between different battery types and those with greater or lesser CCA.
Normally, for the same kind of batteries, the lower the IR, the healthier the battery is, (short circuit excepted).

Voltage Explanation

Normally, it is 100% charged when the battery voltage is 12.60V or above.

• 100% Charged = Battery voltage 12.60V or above
• 75% Charged = Battery voltage 12.45V
• 50% Charged = Battery voltage 12.15V
• Discharged condition = Battery voltage less than 12.00V

Operating Instructions

If testing batteries of low-frequency use, it is necessary to cycle (charge and discharge) the battery several times before testing, normally 3-5 times will achieve a reliable test result. Only after cycling the battery can the chemical properties of the battery be restored. This is particularly important after long periods of no use. If after 3-5 times of battery charge and discharge, the battery health state is still lower than 60%, battery replacement should be considered.

1. To extend battery life, Low use batteries, should be recharged every 2 months.
2. Please turn off the engine before testing.
3. When charging is finished, do not test immediately. Wait at least 10 minutes to allow the battery charge to stabilise, then test. Even when testing an in vehicle battery, after the engine is turned off (for the most accurate results) wait 10 minutes before testing.
4. In general, if the battery voltage is below 12.40V, recharge it.

Before Testing

Before testing, use a wire brush (not included) and alkaline cleaner (not included) to clean the battery terminals, as any surface resistance on the terminal will negatively affect the test result.
Before testing on an, in-vehicle battery, ensure the ignition key is turned off. Make sure there is no power drain from any other vehicle electronics and keep the car doors closed so interior lights do not illuminate.
Attach the red test clip to the battery positive terminal, the black test clip to battery negative terminal.

Note: Tester has an automatic reverse polarity protection, if accidentally misconnected it will not cause any adverse effects.

In order to ensure a good electrical connection with no resistance, please wiggle the test clips on the terminal posts a few times when connecting.

The tester draws its operating power from the battery being tested; it will only operate when connected to a battery with more than 6 volts available. For this reason, the battery analyser will not operate if connected to a dead flat battery.

Product Setup

The tool allows you to make the following adjustments and settings:

• Language – Select the desired language
• Function setup – Set the one-click-key function
• Contrast adjustment – Adjusts the contrast of the LCD display
• Time Settings: – Set the time & Date (will print on report)
• Tool information – The tool shows the software and hardware version

To enter the system setup menu

From main menu, select the System Setup and press OK.

Language:

1. From System Setup menu, use Enter button to select Language
2. Use UP and DOWN button to select the desired language and press OK button to save your selection and return to previous menu.

Fn Setup:

1. From System Setup menu, use Enter button to select

1.Voltmeter
2. Quick Test Mode

2. Use UP and DOWN button to select the desired one-click quick function. Quick Test Mode is suitable for same parameters batteries test.

That means, after inputting the battery parameters during first test, user can press the Fn button to quickly get the test result of continuous same parameters batteries test, so long as the Quick Test Mode is selected.

Contrast

1. From System Setup menu, use Enter button to select contrast.
2. Use UP and DOWN button to select the contrast value and press Enter button to save your selection and return to previous menu.

Time Setting

1. From System Setup menu, use Enter button to select time setting.
2. Use UP and DOWN and Enter button to set the time & date, press Exit button to return to previous menu.

Tool Information

1. From System Setup menu, use Enter buttonto select Tool Information
2. Press exit to return the previous menu.

Software Version: 1.04
Hardware Version: 1.01

Operation and Test
After connecting the tool to vehicle battery, tester displays the battery real-time voltage.

Press the Enter key, the tester will display the following contents in a sequence, select accordingly.

Battery test

Select Battery Type
After entering Battery Test, tester will prompt to select battery type, i.e. Regular Flooded, AGM Flat Plate or AGM Spiral, Gel and EFB battery. Press UP/DOWN key to select battery type, then press OK key to confirm

Battery System Standard and Rating
The SP61065 battery tester will test each battery according to the selected system and rating.
Use UP/DOWN key to select according to the actual system standard and rating marked on the battery. See in the below picture, the arrow indicated location.

CCA: Cold Cranking Amps, specified by SAE&BCI, most frequently used value for starting battery at 0°F (-18°C).
BCI: Battery Council International standard
CA: Cranking Amps standard, effective starting current value at 0°C
MCA: Marine Cranking Amps standard, effective starting current value at 0°C.
JIS: Japan Industrial Standard, displayed on the battery as combination of the numbers and letters, e.g. 55D23,80D26.
DIN： German Auto Industry Committee Standard
IEC： Internal Electro Technical Commission Standard
EN： European Automobile Industry Association Standard
SAE: Society of Automotive Engineers Standard
GB： China National Standard

Select Input
CCA 1/10

Rating range as following:
Input correct test standard and rating, press Enter key, tester starts to test, and dynamic interface “TESTING” prompted.

Setting Rate
500A CCA

It takes around 5 seconds to display the battery test result.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Keep your Battery Analyser Electrical System Tester & Report Printer:

• Dry, clean and free from oil, water and grease.
• Use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the tool, when necessary.
• Store the unit in a dry dust free environment.

Disposal & Recycling Information

When the tool reaches its end of life, take it to a collection point designated by local authorities for E-waste.
The separate collection and recycling of your product at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.

LIMITED WARRANTY

This Limited Warranty applies only to new products* distributed by SP Tools Pty Ltd (“SP Tools”). It is a condition of this Limited Warranty Policy that the purchaser read the owner’s manual for the product and only use the product to the extent or for the purposes stated therein. The purchaser must also ensure that all servicing requirements are completed as listed in the owner’s manual (said servicing is at the owner’s expense). We recommend that all servicing is completed by an authorised service agent and that records of said servicing are retained by the purchaser as proof in the event of a warranty claim. Whilst the owner’s manual, packaging, and/or other documentation supplied with SP Tools’ products may provide details in respect of a Limited Warranty, the terms set out herein supersede these matters, and this Limited Warranty applies in their place. This warranty is no less advantageous than otherwise described in such other documentation.

SP Tools agrees, subject to the terms and conditions specified below, to repair or replace at SP Tools’ cost, the product purchased by you when the product does not perform in accordance with its specifications during the limited warranty period, due to any fault in manufacturing, materials and/or workmanship. SP Tools is not liable to repair or replace products that the purchaser uses in a manner that is inconsistent with the owner’s manual or in the circumstances set out in paragraphs 1.1 – 1.7 below.

The benefits to the purchaser under this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth). The limited warranty period, within which a defect in the product must appear, commences from the date of purchase and ceases on expiration of the specified term below.
THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD • SP Speciality Tools – 12 Months

THE PURCHASERS ATTENTION IS DRAWN TO THE FOLLOWING To the extent permitted by law and subject to this Limited Warranty, and as part of the terms of the sale of the equipment or part thereof: SP Tools shall not be liable for any form of loss, damage, cost, injury or harm of any kind (whether direct, indirect, special or consequential) howsoever arising from the use or supply of the equipment to the purchaser.
EXCLUSIONS TO LIMITED WARRANTY POILICY This Limited Warranty will not apply where the equipment or any part thereof:

1.1 Fails due to an accident (including liquid spillage), abuse, misuse, neglect or normal wear and tear; 1.2 Has been used in a manner other than for which it was originally designed; 1.3 Has been tampered with or is otherwise than as supplied by SP Tools; 1.4 Where any damage, malfunction or other failure of the equipment or any part thereof resulted directly or indirectly from unauthorized persons, adjusting or failing to adjust any part requiring normal maintenance and service (examples include adjustment of tappets, air filter maintenance, lubrication and tightening of screws nuts and bolts); 1.5 Malfunctions due to the use of defective or incompatible accessories; 1.6 Is damaged by lightning or thunderstorm activity; or 1.7 Has been transported to a country where no authorised Service Agents exist.

CLAIMING WARRANTY This Limited Warranty may be claimed on in the following manner: 2.1 In order to make a claim under this Limited Warranty, the purchaser must deliver the equipment or any part thereof to an SP Tools authorised repair agent and pay all costs of transportation and all costs incidental to making a claim under this Limited Warranty. The purchaser must first contact SP Tools (contact details described above) and request the delivery address of an SP Tools authorised repair agent.

2.2 The purchaser must deliver to the repair agent written reasons why the purchaser considers that the purchaser has a claim under this Limited Warranty and must provide all necessary details, including:

• The place, date and from whom the unit or part was purchased.
• The unit or part involved, Model and Serial Number.
• The defect, malfunction or failure in respect of which the claim is being made.
• Proof of service of the unit or part (if applicable)
• Proof of purchase in respect of the unit or part.

2.3 If the Limited Warranty claim is valid, the repair agent will carry out repairs and return the product at no charge to the purchaser. These repairs are limited to the Limited Warranty fault identified and as such will not include any other faults due to misuse, abuse, failure to maintain, fair wear and tear or the replacement of serviceable items such as oil, spark plugs, air filters, fuel etc.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. Note: Units which are failing to perform in accordance with specifications due to non-warrantable causes will be subject to freight, repair and or quote charge

References

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