Battery Test Procedure

Connect the tester to the battery.
1. Red clamp to battery positive (+) terminal.
2. 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-VEHICLE" or "OUT-OF-VEHICLE". Make your selection by pressing the arrow buttons; then press ENTER.

Fig 2: Tester Screen Display - Selecting Test (In-Vehicle Or Out-Of-Vehicle)
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Select CCA and press the ENTER button.

Fig 3: Tester Screen Display - Selecting CCA
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NOTE: CCA: Cold cranking amps, is an SAE specification for cranking batteries at -0.4°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: Tester Screen Display - Setting CCA Value
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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 will conduct battery test.

Fig 5: Tester Screen Display - Testing
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The tester displays battery test results including voltage and battery ratings.

Refer to BATTERY TEST RESULTS AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS and take the appropriate action as recommended by the Micro 570.

Fig 6: Tester Screen Display - Battery Test Results

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Battery Test Results

BATTERY TEST RESULTS AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS

Result On Printer	Remedy
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. If the Micro 570 recommends "REPLACE BATTERY", replace the battery and recheck the charging system.

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

Starter Test Procedure

After the battery test, press ENTER immediately for the starter test.

Fig 7: Tester Screen Display - Pressing ENTER For Starter Test
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Start the engine.

Fig 8: Tester Screen Display - Starting Engine
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Cranking voltage and starter test results will be displayed on the screen.

Refer to STARTER TEST RESULTS AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS and take the appropriate action as recommended by the Micro 570.

Fig 9: Tester Screen Display - Cranking Voltage

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Starter Test Results

STARTER TEST RESULTS AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS

Result On Printer	Remedy
CRANKING VOLTAGE NORMAL	System shows a normal starter draw
CRANKING VOLTAGE LOW	Cranking voltage is lower than normal level Check starter
CHARGE BATTERY	The state of battery charge is too low to test Charge the battery and retest
REPLACE BATTERY	Replace battery If the vehicle is not started though the battery condition of "GOOD BATTERY" is displayed, check wiring for open circuit, battery cable connection, starter and repair or replace as necessary. If the engine does crank, check fuel system.

NOTE: When testing the vehicle with old diesel engines, the test result will not be favorable if the glow plug is not heated. Conduct the test after warming up the engine for 5 minutes.

Charging System Test Procedure

Press ENTER to begin charging system test.

Fig 10: Tester Screen Display - Pressing ENTER To Begin Charging Test
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The tester displays the actual voltage of alternator.
Press ENTER to continue.

Fig 11: Tester Screen Display - Actual Voltage Of Alternator
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Turn off all electrical load and rev engine for 5 seconds with pressing the accelerator pedal. (Follow the instructions on the screen)

Fig 12: Tester Screen Display - Instructions (1 Of 3)
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Fig 13: Tester Screen Display - Instructions (2 Of 3)
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Fig 14: Tester Screen Display - Instructions (3 Of 3)
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The message that engine RPM is detected will be displayed on the screen. Press ENTER to continue.

Fig 15: Tester Screen Display - RPM Detected Message
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If the engine RPM is not detected, press ENTER after revving engine.

Fig 16: Tester Screen Display - Pressing ENTER After Revving Engine
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The tester will conduct charging system test during loads off.

Fig 17: Tester Screen Display - Testing (1 Of 2)
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Fig 18: Tester Screen Display - Testing (2 Of 2)
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Turn on electrical loads (air conditioner, lamps, audio, etc). Press ENTER to continue.

Fig 19: Tester Screen Display - Pressing ENTER After Turning On Electrical Loads
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The tester will conduct charging system test during loads on.

Fig 20: Tester Screen Display - Testing With Loads On At Idle
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Rev engine for 5 seconds with pressing the accelerator pedal. (Follow the instructions on the screen)

Fig 21: Tester Screen Display - Instructions (1 Of 3)
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Fig 22: Tester Screen Display - Instructions (2 Of 3)
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Fig 23: Tester Screen Display - Instructions (3 Of 3)
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The message that engine RPM is detected will be displayed on the screen. Press ENTER to continue.

Fig 24: Tester Screen Display - RPM Detected Message
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If the engine RPM is not detected, press ENTER after revving engine.

Fig 25: Tester Screen Display - Pressing ENTER After Revving Engine
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Turn off electrical loads (air conditioner, lamps, audio and etc). Turn the engine off.

Fig 26: Tester Screen Display - Turn Loads & Engine OFF Message
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Charging voltage and charging system test results will be displayed on the screen.

Shut off engine end disconnect the tester clamps from the battery. Refer to CHARGING SYSTEM TEST RESULTS AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS and take the appropriate action as recommended by the Micro 570.

Fig 27: Tester Screen Display - Load ON & Load OFF

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Fig 28: Tester Screen Display - Diode Ripple Normal

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Fig 29: Tester Screen Display - Charging System Normal

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Charging System Test Results

CHARGING SYSTEM TEST RESULTS AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS

Result On Printer	Remedy
CHARGING SYSTEM NORMAL/DIODE RIPPLE NORMAL	Charging system is normal
NO CHARGING VOLTAGE	Alternator does not supply charging current to battery Check belts, connection between alternator and battery and replace belts or cable or alternator as necessary
LOW CHARGING VOLTAGE	Alternator does not supply charging current to battery and electrical load to system fully Check belts and alternator and replace as necessary
HIGH CHARGING VOLTAGE	The voltage from alternator to battery is higher than normal limit during voltage regulating. Check connection and ground and replace regulator as necessary Check electrolyte level in the battery
EXCESS RIPPLE DETECTED	One or more diodes in the alternator is not functioning properly Check alternator mounting and belts and replace as necessary