iPA NATO MUTT M2000 User manual

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Battery Not
Included
Test Trailers Using 7 Round Pin and 12 Pin NATO Harnesses
Uses External 12/24 Volt Battery or Power Source
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
#M2000
NATO MUTT®
Mobile Universal Trailer Tester
MAD
E IN
USA

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(OEM) Original Equipment Manufacturer USA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART 1: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4
PART 2: WHAT’S INCLUDED 7
PART 3: CONTROLS AND PANELS 8
3.1 Left and Right Side Panels 8
3.2 Electrical Control Panel 9
3.3 Air Brake Control Panel 10
PART 4: SET-UP 11
4.1 Choosing a Battery 11
4.2 Axle and Wheel Installation 11
PART 5: PRETESTING CHECKLIST 12
5.1 Cable Testing Procedure 12
PART 6: GENERAL CONTROLS AND OPERATIONS 13
6.1 Initial Startup and Shutdown 13
6.2 Auto Shutdown Feature 13
6.3 Using the 3-Button Remote Control 14
6.4 Using the 12-Button Remote Control 15
PART 7: ELECTRICAL/LIGHTING TESTING 16
7.1 Selecting a Circuit 16
Auto-Cycle Mode 16
7.2 Ground Integrity Test 17
Establishing a Chassis Ground 17
7.3 Fault Indication 18
Open Circuit 18
Crossed Circuits 18
Short/Overloaded Circuit 19
7.4 Activating Hazard Lights 20
7.5 All Circuits On (Override) Mode 21
PART 8: AIR BRAKE TESTING 22
8.1 Testing Set-Up 22
8.2 Setting Desired Working Pressure 23
8.3 Leak Down Testing 24
8.4 Actuating Air Brakes 25
8.5 Emergency Air Exhaust 26
PART 9: ABS BLINK CODE DIAGNOSTICS 27
9.1 Meritor/WABCO Blink Codes 28
9.2 Haldex Blink Codes 29
9.3 Bendix Blink Codes 34
PART 10: TYPICAL TRAILER WIRING 37
PART 11: MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 38
PART 12: ADDITIONAL TESTING PROCEDURES 38
PART 13: OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND RELATED PRODUCTS 39

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PART 1: IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IT IS IMPORTANT TO READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY
MESSAGES AND INSTRUCTIONS PRINTED IN THIS MANUAL AND ON THE
EQUIPMENT BEFORE OPERATING. IF SAFETY INFORMATION IS NOT HEEDED,
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS MAY OCCUR.
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation, if not avoided, may result in minor or major injury.
The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text.
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS ARE USED IN THIS MANUAL.
SYMBOL 1: Potential burn hazard. Sparks from electrical shorts can ignite
ammable liquids such as fuel or oil. Heat from electrical overloads can cause re
hazards.
SYMBOL 2: Potential electrical hazard. Batteries have enough electrical energy
potential to ignite ammable liquids such as fuel or oil. Wire overloads can cause
electrical failures. Shock hazard exists.
SYMBOL 3: Potential explosive air hazard. Pneumatic pressures used with this
equipment can cause explosive failures on damaged equipment.
SYMBOL 4: Potential eye hazard. Wear OSHA approved safety glasses. Battery
acid and high air pressures create hazardous situations for eyes.
SYMBOL 5: Potential chemical burn hazard. Wear protective gloves. Battery acid
is corrosive and can cause skin damage.
SYMBOL 6: Potential electrical hazard. Electrical energy can cause heat and
burn hazards.
SYMBOL 7: Potential re hazard. Use caution with ammable liquids such as fuel
and oil. Electrical shorts can ignite ammable liquids and wiring.
SYMBOL 8: Important information is stated.

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BATTERY GASES, TESTER PREPARATION
AND TESTER/CHARGER LOCATION
RISK OF EXPLOSION
• Gases produced by a battery are highly explosive.
• Wear safety goggles and protective clothing, both
users and bystanders.
• Use in an area having at least four air changes per hour.
• Read, understand and follow all instructions for charger, battery, vehicle and any
equipment used near battery and charger.
• Do not smoke, strike a match, place metal tools on battery or cause a spark in
the vicinity of the battery. When removing battery cables, remove the ground
cable rst.
• Clean terminals before charging battery. During cleaning, keep corrosive particles
from eyes, nose and mouth. Use baking soda and water to neutralize acid and
help eliminate airborne corrosion.
• Never allow clamps on charger cables to touch each other.
• Do not expose tester or charger to rain, snow, or wet conditions.
• Do not allow battery gases or acid to contact MUTT®cabinet. Do not place
charger directly above or below battery.
• Fill battery to level specied by battery manufacturer using distilled water.
• Do not remove cell caps while charging per manufacturer’s instructions.
• Make sure tester cable clamps make tight connections.
• Battery explosion can cause injury.

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GENERAL CHARGER USE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE
• Before connecting charger to unit, make sure
controls are set to OFF.
• Do not remove or bypass the grounding pin.
• Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug.
Replace cord or plug immediately if damage occurs.
• Position power cord and charger cables away from the hood, doors and hot or
moving engine parts where they could be damaged.
• Unplug power cord by grasping and pulling on the plug, rather than the cord
when disconnecting charger from outlet.
• Charger power cord uses equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
Plug only into a 120V AC outlet that is correctly installed and grounded in
accordance with all ordinances and local codes.
• Unplug power cord from outlet before cleaning or maintaining tester and charger.
Turning off controls does not reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Do not operate charger after a sharp impact, drop or any other damage. Do not
disassemble charger.
• Use only recommended attachments.
• Do not charge a frozen battery.
• Do not overcharge a battery.
• Use charger only on lead-acid automotive batteries. Do not use charger for
charging dry cell batteries.
• Electric shock or re can cause injury.
RISK OF ENTANGLEMENT
• Keep yourself, clothing and battery charger leads clear of moving parts such as
fan blades, pulleys, hood and doors.
• Moving parts can cause injury.
RISK OF BURNS
• Batteries can produce short circuit current high enough to weld jewelry such
as rings, bracelets and watches. You must remove them before working near
batteries.
• Short circuits can cause injury.
DO NOT
Plug Directly Into
AC Wall Outlet

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PART 2: WHAT’S INCLUDEDPART 2: WHAT’S INCLUDED
INCLUDED PARTS AND ACCESSORIES:
CONTROL FOB BATTERY
(12V Alkaline Energizer
AE or A23) #7900K-34B
10 AMP CHARGER
#KCHG-121001
Main Power
Switch
Handle
12 Pin NATO Out to Trailer
Emergency Side Air
Out (Red Hose)
Mute Switch
Electrical Testing
Panel
Trailer Type Switch
Fuse
7 Round Pin Out to
Trailer
Shop Air Inlet
Emergency Side
Air Ball Valve
Emergency Side Gauge
Service Side Brake
Control Switch
20 AMP Power
Input
Hanging Hook for
Face Shield
Foot
Pneumatic
Wheels
Face Shield/
Battery Cover
Slot to Hang Face Shield
Service Side Air
Ball Valve
Chassis Ground Outlet
Strap for Shoulder Screw
Service Side Gauge
Service Side Air
Out (Blue Hose)
12 Pin NATO Output
RAINCOVER
#CVR-0001
Use the Provided Reference Numbers When Ordering Products and Parts Above
Toll Free: 888-786-7899
FACE/BATTERY SHIELD
#9008-4R
3-BUTTON REMOTE
CONTROL FOB (Qty. 2 Included)
#MUT-RM3-9005A/8
12-BUTTON REMOTE
CONTROL FOB (Qty. 1 Included)
#MUT-RM12
NEXTCIRC.
BRAKELIGHT
CLEARANCE
TAILLIGHTS
PREV.CIRC.
LEFTTURN
TAIL/TAG
BO/RUNNING
AIRBRAKES
RIGHTTURN ABS/REVERSE
ALLCIRC.ON HAZARDS
BO/STOP
8 FT. RED GLAD HAND
#7900AP-8RD-AS
5 FT. 7 ROUND
PIN CABLE
#7900K-1
8 FT. BLUE GLAD HAND
#7900AP-8BL-AS

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PART 3: CONTROLS AND PANELS
An overview of the MUTT®’s controls, inputs, outputs and their functions.
3.1 LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE PANELS
A. 12-PIN NATO CABLE OUT TO TRAILER
For testing the integrity of a NATO pin trailer cable. Can also be used to verify that
the MUTT®is operating correctly.
B. 12V DC BATTERY TRICKLE CHARGE INPUT
For connecting the trickle charger to the MUTT®’s internal battery (battery not included).
C. SHOP AIR INPUT
A bulk head air input with external stone lter that is used to connect an air
compressor to the MUTT®for testing air brakes on a trailer.
D. 20 AMP INDEPENDENT POWER INPUT SOURCE
For connecting external 12V DC 20 amp max. power
supply. (Power supply is an optional accessory, not for
battery charging.)
E. CHASSIS GROUND OUTLET
Insert the supplied ground cable into this socket for trailers using the frame or
body for ground connections instead of the ground pin in the harness.
F. 7 ROUND PIN OUT TO TRAILER
For connecting 7 round pin trailer to the MUTT®to test electrical circuits.
Left Side Right Side
D E F
AB
DC POWER ONLY
Do NOT plug directly
into AC wall outlet
C

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3.2 ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANEL
A. POWER SOURCE SWITCH
Select between Internal Battery, External Power or Power Off.
Center: OFF (battery charge in this position only)
Up: Installed Battery ON
Down: External Power ON (power supply is an optional accessory)
B. BACKLIT 30 AMP AMMETER
Meter shows current draw of a selected circuit up to 30 amps.
C. TROUBLE WARNING INDICATORS
Flashing red LEDs indicate problems that may exist in a selected circuit. This includes
the Overload Indicator, Open Circuit Indicator, and Reversed (Battery) Polarity Indicator.
D. MUTE SWITCH
ON disables sound. OFF enables sound.
E. AUTO CYCLE INDICATOR
Illuminates when Auto Cycle Mode is engaged.
F. VOLTAGE INDICATOR
Shows supplied battery voltage integrity. Operating voltage range: 12/24 volt DC.
G. GROUND INTEGRITY
A large green LED above the control knob indicates ground status. Ground
integrity is automatically veried when power is turned on.
H. CONTROL KNOB
Knob activates all electrical test modes and circuits to be diagnosed.
I. CIRCUIT INDICATORS
The small green LEDs illuminate or blink in testing phase.
J. TRAILER TYPE SWITCH
Selecting a mode changes wiring conguration: NATO/7 Spade/6/5/4 Pin,
7-Way Round Pin.
K. 30 AMP FUSE SOCKET
Overload protection.
A
B
D
Electrical Control Panel
PROGRAM REMOTE:
Hold down largebutton on remote while
powering up unit. Releaseafter 5 seconds.
AUTO CYCLE:
Press and releasecontrol knob.
ALL CIRCUITS ON:
Press and hold control knob or remote
for 5 seconds.
*
ACCESS ABS BLINK CODES:
Refer to ABS Manufacturer Manual todetermine
mfg. sequence. Select ABS or BRAKE LIGHT. To
flash power between circuits, press and release
control knob.To maintain power between circuits,
hold control knob for3seconds until beep.
M OBILE U NIVERSAL T RAILER T ESTER
PULL KNOBTO ADJUST
MAX.120 PSI
AIR BRAKECONTROLS
WARNING: CHOCK ALL TRAILER WHEELS
BEFORE APPLYING AIR PRESSURE
OPENCLOSED OPENEXHAUST/
REMOTE
CLOSED
ON
OFF
VISIBLE ALERTS
Ground Integrity: During startup, all
circuits blinking indicate poor ground
pin or chassis ground problem.
Individual circuit(s) blinking indicates
bad return ground for that circuit.
(Check cable/pin connection.)
Open Circuit: Blinking circuit with
audible alert indicates disconnected
or open circuit.
Crossed Circuit: Selected circuit is
illuminated and crossed circuit(s)
blinks with audible alert.
INLET AIR PRESSURE IS DISPLAYED ON
EMERGENCY SIDE GAUGE: To set pressure,
connect shop air, push switch to open,
then adjust regulator knob.
LEAK DOWN TEST (Emergency/Service): To charge system
with air, set switch to open and fill to desired pressure.
Close switch to shut off air flow and note any pressure
drop through needle movement.
BRAKE ACTUATION: Open emergency side switch to release
parking brake. Open service side switch to actuate service
brakes. To operate service brakes with remote, set switch
to exhaust/remote and press small button on remote control.
30 30
1515 0
ON
OFF
.
BRAKE
B/O STOP
ELEC. BRAKE
ABS
REVERSE
NATO/7 SPADE/6/5/4 PIN MODE
7-WAY ROUND PIN MODE
BRAKE
LIGHTS
GROUND
INTEGRITY
TAIL/TAG
B/O RUNNING
AUXILIARY
RIGHT TURN
RIGHT TURN
LEFT TURN
LEFT TURN
CLEARANCE
TAIL LIGHTS
* ABS
TRAILER TYPE
OFF ON 7-WAY
ROUND PIN
NATO
7 SPADE
6/5/4 PIN
C
F
E
G
H
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J
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3.3 AIR BRAKE CONTROL PANEL
A. Air Pressure Gauge - Emergency Side
B. Air Out to Red Hose - Emergency Side
C. Emergency Side Air Ball Valve
D. Air Regulator Knob
E. Air Pressure Gauge - Service Side
F. Service Side Brake Control Switch
G. Air Out to Blue Hose - Service Side
H. Service Side Air Ball Valve
Air Brake Control Panel
B
A
C
F
E
G
H
D