Battery Test Procedure

Connect the tester to the battery.
- Red clamp to battery positive (+) terminal.
- Black clamp to battery negative (-) terminal.
  
  Fig 1: Connecting Tester To Battery
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  CAUTION: Connect clamps securely. If "CHECK CONNECTION" message is displayed on the screen, reconnect clamps securely.
The tester will ask if the battery is connected "IN A VEHICLE" or "OUT OF A VEHICLE".
Make your selection by pressing the arrow buttons; then press ENTER.

Fig 2: MICRO 570 Analyzer Screen Display - CHOOSE TEST
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Choose either CCA or CCP and press the ENTER button.

Fig 3: MICRO 570 Analyzer Screen Display - SELECT INPUT
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NOTE:
- CCA: Cold cranking amps, is an SAE specification for cranking battery at 0°F (-18°C).
- CCP: Cold cranking amps, is an SAE specification for Korean manufacturer's for cranking battery at 0°F (-18°C)
Set the CCA value displayed on the screen to the CCA value marked on the battery label by pressing up and down buttons and press ENTER.

Fig 4: MICRO 570 Analyzer Screen Display - SET RATING
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NOTE: The battery ratings (CCA) displayed on the tester must be identical to the ratings marked on battery label.
The tester (Micro570) displays battery test results including voltage and battery ratings.
A relevant action must be given according to the test results by referring to the battery test results as shown in the table below.

Fig 5: MICRO 570 Analyzer Screen Display - GOOD BATTERY
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NOTE: The battery ratings (CCA) displayed on the tester must be identical to the ratings marked on battery label.
To conduct starter test, continuously, press ENTER.

DEFLECTION REFERENCE

BATTERY TEST RESULTS	RESULT ON PRINTER
Good battery	No action is required
Good recharge	Battery is in a good state Recharge the battery and use
Charge & Retest	Battery is not charged properly => Charge and test the battery again (Failure to charge the battery fully may read incorrect measurement value)
Replace battery	=> Replace battery and recheck the charging system. (Improper connection between battery and vehicle cables may cause "REPLACE BATTERY", retest the battery after removing cables and connecting the tester to the battery terminal directly prior to replacing the battery)
Bad cell-replace	=> Charge and retest the battery. And than, test results may cause "REPLACE BATTERY", replace battery and recheck the charging system

WARNING: Whenever filing a claim for battery, the print out of the battery test results must be attached.