Hella Gutmann BPC-Tool User manual

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BD0054V0004EN0416S0
460 988-17 / 04.16
Operating instructions en
BPC-Tool

Inhaltsverzeichnis B C-Tool
Table of Contents
1 Safety precautions ......................................................................... 5
1.1 General Safety Precautions ...........................................................5
1.2 Safety precautions for the BPC-Tool..............................................5
1.3 Safety precautions for battery maintenance ..................................6
1. Safety Precautions Regarding the Risk of Injury ............................6
1.5 Safety precautions regarding chemical burns ................................6
2 Product descriptions...................................................................... 7
2.1 Intended use .................................................................................7
2.2 Notes for using the Bluetooth function...........................................7
2.3 Delivery Contents..........................................................................8
2. Top ...............................................................................................9
2.5 Connectors..................................................................................10
2.6 Power supply ..............................................................................10
3 Putting the BPC-Tool into operation ......................................13
3.1 Switching on the BPC-Tool..........................................................13
3.2 Switching off the BPC-Tool..........................................................13
Configuring the BPC-Tool..........................................................1
.1 Configuring the time zone ...........................................................1
.2 Setting the Time Format .............................................................1
.3 Configuring summer time............................................................1
. Setting the Date Format ..............................................................1
.5 Configuring the language ............................................................15
.6 Configuring the temperature units...............................................15
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.7 Configuring the decimal separator...............................................15
.8 Configuring the display contrast ..................................................16
.9 Standby time...............................................................................16
.10 Configuring instructions ..............................................................16
5 Service .............................................................................................17
5.1 Calling up product information ....................................................17
5.2 Calling up self-test......................................................................17
5.3 Calling up memory information ...................................................18
5. Performing a factory reset ..........................................................18
6 Working with the BPC-Tool via a diagnostic tool...............19
6.1 Preconditions for connecting the BPC-Tool..................................19
6.2 Connection to the diagnostic tool .................................................19
7 Working with the BPC-Tool.......................................................20
7.1 Symbols......................................................................................20
7.2 Connecting the BPC-Tool to the battery.......................................20
7.3 Performing a battery test ............................................................22
7. Performing a start/stop test ........................................................23
7.5 Performing a system test ............................................................2
7.6 Reports.......................................................................................26
8 BPC client App ...............................................................................28
8.1 Installation..................................................................................28
8.2 Putting the BPC client App into operation ....................................30
8.3 Configuring the BPC client App....................................................31
8. Working with the BPC client App .................................................32
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9 General information.....................................................................39
9.1 Problem solutions .......................................................................39
9.2 Care and maintenance.................................................................39
9.3 Disposal......................................................................................39
9. BPC-Tool technical data .............................................................. 0
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B C-Tool Safety precautions
General Safety recautions
1 Safety precautions
1.1 General Safety Precautions
• The B C-Tool is exclusively intended for use on a vehicle.
It is a precondition for the use of the B C-Tool that the
user has knowledge of automotive engineering and is
therefore aware of the sources of danger and risks in the
workshop and on the vehicle.
• All notes given in the individual sections of the operating
instructions apply. In principle it is required to follow the
steps and safety precautions stated below.
• Furthermore, pay attention to all general instructions
from labour inspectorates, trade associations and vehicle
manufacturers as well as all laws, legal ordinances and
instructions which have to be commonly obeyed by a
repair shop.
1.2 Safety precautions for the BPC-Tool
In order to avoid incorrect handling and resulting injury to the
user or destruction of the B C-Tool, observe the following:
• Use the B C-Tool exclusively for the purpose of testing
batteries (12 V).
• rotect the B C-Tool from long periods of exposure to
solar radiation.
• rotect the B C-Tool from water (it is not waterproof).
• rotect the B C-Tool from strong impacts (do not drop).
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Safety precautions B C-Tool
Safety precautions for battery maintenance
1.3 Safety precautions for battery maintenance
When working on batteries, there is a risk of injury due to
faulty or damaged batteries. Therefore regard the following:
• Do not smoke or generate any sparks or open flames in
the vicinity of batteries.
• Remove any items of jewellery and watches.
• In order to prevent sparks or short circuits, avoid the use
of metal tools where possible.
1. Safety Precautions Regarding the Risk of Injury
When working on the vehicle, there is a risk of injury through
inadvertent rolling of the vehicle. Therefore regard the
following:
• Make connections to the vehicle only when engine is not
running.
• Additionally place selector lever of automatic
transmission vehicles to position.
• rotect vehicle against rolling away.
1.5 Safety precautions regarding chemical burns
If the battery is damaged, there is a danger of chemical burns
due to the escape of battery acid. Therefore regard the
following:
• Immediately rinse affected parts of the body or clothing
with water(consult a doctor!).
• Seek medical attention immediately on inhaling or
swallowing.
• If battery acid comes into contact with eyes, rinse eyes
with running water for at least 15 minutes and
immediately consult a doctor.
• Wear appropriate safety googles and a face mask.
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B C-Tool roduct descriptions
Intended use
2 Product descriptions
2.1 Intended use
The Battery ower Check Tool (B C-Tool) is a mobile tool for checking
batteries up to 12 V of all common types and from all standard
manufacturers. The B C-Tool is connected directly to the battery by the
battery connecting cable. The Bluetooth wireless connection to some Hella
Gutmann diagnostic tools enables the measured data to be transferred to
the Car History. In addition, the battery test can also be carried out using
the diagnostic tool.
You can couple the B C-Tool to the C via Bluetooth using the B C client
App. The B C client App is a piece of software that can be installed on
Windows-based Cs. As a result, the battery tests and system tests can
be printed out without the diagnostic tool. You can download the B C
client App for free from the Hella Gutmann homepage.
The B C client App can exclusively be used on Cs, laptops and tablets
and is not suitable for smartphones.
The B C-Tool can only be connected to certain Hella Gutmann diagnostic
tools. Diagnostic tools from other manufacturers are not supported.
The B C-Tool cannot be used to check high-voltage battery modules in
hybrid or electric vehicles.
2.2 Notes for using the Bluetooth function
The terms of use of the Bluetooth function may be restricted or prohibited
through law or corresponding legal regulations in certain countries.
Observe the provisions in force in the respective country before using the
Bluetooth function.
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roduct descriptions B C-Tool
Delivery Contents
2.3 Delivery Contents
PPiieecceess DDeessiiggnnaattiioonn
1B C-Tool with connecting
cable for battery
1 Operating instructions
1 DVD
2.3.1 Checking Delivery Contents
lease check the delivery contents upon receiving your tool so that
complaints regarding any potential damage can be made immediately.
roceed as follows to check the delivery contents:
1. Check the package delivered to ensure that it is not damaged.
Should you identify any damage to the package, then open the package
in the presence of the delivery service and check the tool for hidden
damage. Any transport damage to the package supplied and damage
to the tool shall be registered in a damage report by the delivery
service.
2. Open the package supplied and check for completeness based on the
delivery slip.
3. Remove the B C-Tool from the packaging.
CAUTION
Risk of short circuit due to loose parts in or on the B C-
Tool
Risk of destruction of the B C-Tool and/or the vehicle
electronics
Never put the B C-Tool into operation if you suspect that
there are loose parts in or on the B C-Tool.
lease immediately contact the Hella Gutmann repair
service or a Hella Gutmann trading partner.
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B C-Tool roduct descriptions
Top
4. Check the B C-Tool for mechanical damage and shake it lightly to
ensure that there are no loose parts inside.
2. Top
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1LC display
Liquid crystal display
2Function key 1
Here you can confirm a function.
If a function is available, the function type is shown at the
bottom right of the display.
3Arrow keys
Navigate with the cursor in menus or functions.
4Alphanumeric keypad
Here you can enter numerical values.
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Connectors
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5On/off key
Here you can switch the B C-Tool on and off.
6Function key 2
Here you can confirm a function.
If a function is available, the function type is shown at the
bottom left of the display.
2.5 Connectors
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7Infrared sensor
Here you can perform temperature measurements.
8ST3 connection
Here you can connect additional measuring instruments such
as a current clamp.
9Connecting cable for battery
2.6 Power supply
The B C-Tool is preferably supplied with power via the connected battery.
If there is no battery connected or if the battery does not provide sufficient
voltage, six 1.5 V AA batteries are used as the voltage source.
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B C-Tool roduct descriptions
ower supply
2.6.1 Replacing the Type AA Batteries
To replace type AA batteries:
1. Switch off the B C-Tool and remove all connecting cables.
2. Remove the screw from the battery compartment cover.
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ower supply
3. Remove the battery compartment cover with care.
4. Remove the batteries individually.
CAUTION
ay attention to correct installation direction/polarity
5. Reassembly in reverse order
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B C-Tool utting the B C-Tool into operation
Switching on the B C-Tool
3 Putting the BPC-Tool into operation
3.1 Switching on the BPC-Tool
To switch on the B C-Tool:
• Use
to switch on the B C-Tool.
The B C-Tool is switched on.
3.2 Switching off the BPC-Tool
To switch off the B C-Tool:
• Use
to switch off the B C-Tool.
The B C-Tool is switched off.
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Configuring the B C-Tool B C-Tool
Configuring the time zone
Configuring the BPC-Tool
.1 Configuring the time zone
To configure the time zone:
1. Select
Settings in the main menu and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Time zone<.
3. Use to select the desired time zone.
The selection is saved automatically.
4. Return to the main menu with Back.
.2 Setting the Time Format
roceed as follows to set the time format:
1. Select
Settings in the main menu and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Time format<.
3. Use to select >2 hours< or >12 hours<.
The selection is saved automatically.
4. Return to the main menu with Back.
.3 Configuring summer time
To configure summer time:
1. Select
Settings in the main menu and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Summer time<.
3. Use to select >Activated< or >Deactivated<.
The selection is saved automatically.
4. Return to the main menu with Back.
. Setting the Date Format
roceed as follows to set the date format:
1. Select
Settings in the main menu and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Date format<.
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B C-Tool Configuring the B C-Tool
Configuring the language
3. Use
to select >DD-MM-YYYY< or >MM/DD/YYYY<.
The selection is saved automatically.
4. Return to the main menu with Back.
.5 Configuring the language
To configure the language:
1. Select
Settings in the main menu and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Language<.
3. Use to select the desired language.
The selection is saved automatically.
4. Return to the main menu with Back.
.6 Configuring the temperature units
To configure the temperature units:
1. Select
Settings in the main menu and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Temperature unit<.
3. Use to select >°C (degrees Celsius)< or >°F (degrees
Fahrenheit)<.
The selection is saved automatically.
4. Return to the main menu with Back.
.7 Configuring the decimal separator
To configure the decimal separator:
1. Select
Settings in the main menu and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Decimal separator<.
3. Use to select >, (comma)< or >. (full stop)<.
The selection is saved automatically.
4. Return to the main menu with Back.
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Configuring the B C-Tool B C-Tool
Configuring the display contrast
.8 Configuring the display contrast
To configure the display contrast:
1. Select
Settings in the main menu and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Display contrast<.
3. Use to select the desired contrast value.
The selection is saved automatically.
4. Return to the main menu with Back.
.9 Standby time
The period after which the B C-Tool changes to standby mode is displayed
here. The value is preset ex works and cannot be changed.
.10 Configuring instructions
Here you can configure whether additional instructions should be
displayed. We recommend that all instructions remain enabled.
To configure instructions:
1. Select
Settings in the main menu and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Instructions<.
3. Use to select >Activated< or >Deactivated<.
The selection is saved automatically.
4. Return to the main menu with Back.
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B C-Tool Service
Calling up product information
5 Service
Here you can call up detailed information on the following functions:
• roduct information
• Self-test
• Memory information
You can also perform a factory reset here.
5.1 Calling up product information
Among other things, this includes all information required for
identification of the B C-Tool.
roceed as follows to call up product information:
1. In the main menu, select
Service and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Product information< and confirm with Select.
The information window appears. The information here includes the
firmware version and the serial number.
3. Return to the main menu with Back.
5.2 Calling up self-test
Here you can see system parameters, including those of the internal
memory, the internal batteries and Bluetooth.
roceed as follows to call up the self-test:
1. In the main menu, select
Service and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Self-test< and confirm with Select.
Information including the following appears:
• Battery voltage
• State of charge
• Bluetooth status
3. Return to the main menu with Back.
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Service B C-Tool
Calling up memory information
5.3 Calling up memory information
To call up memory information:
1. In the main menu, select
Service and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Memory information< and confirm with Select.
Memory information appears.
3. Return to the main menu with Back.
5. Performing a factory reset
Here you can reset the B C-Tool to its factory settings. All data and files
are reset to their state on delivery if you perform the factory reset.
roceed as follows to perform a factory reset:
1. In the main menu, select
Service and confirm with Select.
2. Select >Factory reset< and confirm with Select.
3. Observe the confirmation prompt.
4. Confirm the confirmation prompt with Yes.
The B C-Tool is automatically reset to its state on delivery.
5. Return to the main menu with Back.
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B C-Tool Working with the B C-Tool via a diagnostic tool
reconditions for connecting the B C-Tool
6 Working with the BPC-Tool via a diagnostic tool
6.1 Preconditions for connecting the BPC-Tool
• Diagnostic tool supports use with B C-Tool.
6.2 Connection to the diagnostic tool
roceed as follows to connect the B C-Tool to a diagnostic tool:
1. Select
Enable connection in the main menu and confirm with
Select.
The Bluetooth symbol is displayed in the header.
2. Confirm the info window with Close.
3. Configure the diagnostic tool for connection to the B C-Tool according
to the user manual.
The B C-Tool can now be used via the diagnostic tool.
For a description of how to use the B C-Tool with a diagnostic tool, see
the documentation of the respective diagnostic tool.
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Working with the B C-Tool B C-Tool
Symbols
7 Working with the BPC-Tool
7.1 Symbols
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Battery test
Here you can perform a battery test for vehicles without a
start/stop function.
Start/stop test
Here you can perform a battery test for vehicles with a
start/stop function.
System test
Here you can perform a system test for vehicles with or
without a start/stop function.
Enable connection
Here you can enable the Bluetooth connection.
Reports
Here you can view a report on the last battery test or
system test, among other things.
Service
Here you can call up detailed information on the B C-
Tool, for example:
• Serial number
• Bluetooth status
• Battery test result
Settings
Here you can configure the B C-Tool.
7.2 Connecting the BPC-Tool to the battery
7.2.1 Preconditions for battery test
Ensure the following in order to perform a battery test:
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