MotoBatt MBPro User manual

GB.1-V2
MOTOBATT MBPro POWERSPORTS BATTERY and
CHARGING/ STARTING SYSTEMANALYZER with
”Test-N-Charge” Capability
IMPORTANT : ALL New “Test-N-Charge” Feature!
The MotoBatt MBPro Tester features an “Industry First”
product capability!
On PowerSports vehicles especially but on an ever
increasing number of vehicles in general, the battery is
located in a “hard to get at” location therefore proper battery
and battery system maintenance just doesn’t get done and
the battery fails prematurely leaving you stranded due to lack
of proper charging and testing.
As a customer solutions focused products provider we have
built-in a new and unique capability into the MotoBatt MBPro
and the MBMini battery and system testers that makes the
job a snap!
The part # MBTEL (pictured above) is a unique battery
Testing and Charging lead that is designed to permanently
mount on the vehicle battery allowing for both battery
maintenance charging using the industry standard SAE two
pin connector and use of the MBMini or MBPro battery tester
for a full on battery, starting and charging system test all done
away from the battery. All you have to do is purchase the
part# MBTEL, mount it to your battery, run the lead end away
from your battery (up to 24 inches) to an accessible location
and you’re in business!
The part# MBTCL (Clip Lead) comes with the tester for direct
to battery testing.

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TEST PROCEDURES / OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT：
1. For testing 6 and 12 volt batteries, and for testing 12 and
charging systems.
2. Suggested operation range 32℉(0℃) to 122℉(50℃) in
ambient temperature.
WARNING：
1. Working in the vicinity of a lead acid battery is dangerous.
Batteries generate explosive gases during normal battery

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operation. For this reason, it is of utmost importance, if
you have any doubt, that each time before using your
tester, you read these instructions very carefully.
2. To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these
instructions and those published by the battery
manufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you
intend to use in the vicinity of the battery. Observe
cautionary markings on these items.
3. Do not expose the tester to rain or snow.
PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS：
1. Someone should be within range of your voice or close
enough to come to your aid when you work near a lead
acid battery.
2. Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case
battery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes.
3. Wear safety glasses and protective clothing.
4. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash
immediately with soap and water. If acid enters eye,
immediately flood eye with running cold water for at least
ten minutes and get medical attention immediately.
5. NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of
battery or engine.
6. Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping metal tools
onto the battery. It could cause a spark or short-circuit
the battery or other electrical parts and could cause
personal injury or an explosion.
7. Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets,
necklaces and watches when working with a lead acid
battery. It can produce a short circuit current high enough
to weld a ring to metal and/or cause a severe burn.

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PREPARING TO TEST：
1. Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while
battery is being tested.
2. Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion
from coming in contact with eyes.
3. Inspect the battery for cracked or broken case or cover. If
battery is damaged, do not use tester.
4. If the battery is not a sealed maintenance free type, add
distilled water in each cell until battery acid reaches level
specified by the manufacturer. This helps purge
excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill.
5. If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to test,
always remove ground terminal from battery first. Make
sure all accessories in the vehicle are turned off to
ensure you do not cause any arcing.
OPERATION & USE ：
BATTERY TEST
1. Before you test a battery in a vehicle, turn off the ignition,
all accessories and loads. Close all the vehicle doors
and the trunk lid.
2. Make sure you have put the 9V battery into the battery
tester. If the 9V battery runs out of power, screen will
show “REPLACE INTERNAL 9V DRY BATTERY” or
“Power Low”. Replace the 9V battery before starting the
test.
Note that nothing will be seen on the display until
the tester is connected to a vehicle battery.
3. Make sure the battery terminals are clean. Wire brush
them if necessary. Clamp the black load lead to the
vehicle negative battery terminal. Clamp the red lead to
the vehicle positive battery terminal. Please clamp
tightly to ensure good connection. Or connect the 4 pin

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test lead connector to the optionally available #MBTEL
remote Test-N-Charge lead.
4. You will view the following screens：
MBPro Tester BATTERY TEST
▲\▼
↵
××.×× V
* Press ▲\▼ to
select language or
system test.
* Press “Enter” to do
battery test.
SYSTEM TEST
▲\▼
↵
××.×× V
* Press ▲\▼ to
select battery test
or language
* Press “Enter” to do
system test.
LANGUAGE
▲\▼
↵
SELECT
* Press ▲\▼ to
select battery test
or system test.
* Press “Enter” to
set language.
LANGUAGE ▲\▼
↵
ENGLISH * Press
▲\▼ to
select language.
( English,
Portuguese,
Italian, Spanish,
German, &
French .)
* Press “Enter” to
confirm choice &
go back to battery
test.

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SET CAPACITY ▲\▼↵
×××× CCA
SELECT RATING ▲\▼
↵
CCA(SAE)
BATTERY TYPE ◄►↵
AGM FLAT PLATE
SET CAPACITY: ◄►↵
MBTX20U
MOTOBATT BATTERY
LINE YES / NO
5. Press the ▲\▼key to select battery test. Press
«ENTER» button.
6. MOTOBATT BATTERY LINE
Press the ▲\▼key to select YES or NO to test by
MotoBatt part number. Press “ENTER” to confirm choice
YES or NO
7. Press the ▲\▼key to select
MOTOBATT Part number.
Press “ENTER” to confirm choice and test
8. If “NO” is selected from
MOTOBATT BATTERY LINE
selection screen.
Press the ◄►key to select the battery type：
a. REGULAR LIQUID
b. AGM FLAT PLATE
c. AGM SPIRAL
d. VRLA/GEL
Press «ENTER» to confirm choice.
9. Press the ▲\▼key to select
the battery rating：CCA (SAE),
EN, JIS, DIN, IEC
Press «ENTER» to confirm choice.
10. Press the ▲\▼key to input
the battery capacity:
• CCA (SAE)：20-450
• EN：15-420
• IEC：10-300
• DIN：10-250
• JIS：By Battery Type Number
Press «ENTER» to begin the test.

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GOOD & PASS
××.××V ×××× SAE
BAD & REPLACE
××.××V ×××× SAE
GOOD & RECHARGE
××.××V ×××× SAE
RECHARGE & RETEST
××.××V ×××× SAE
BAD CELL & REPLACE
××.××V ×××× SAE
TESTING
IS BATTERY ▲\▼↵
CHARGED? YES
11. Test the battery for few
seconds.
12. Press the ▲\▼key to select
battery fully charged or not
(YES or NO) if tester asks.
Press «ENTER» to confirm
choice.
13. When the test is completed, the display shows the
actual volts and the actual CCAor %. {Press the▲\▼
key to select: SOH (STATE OF HEALTH) or SOC
(STATE OF CHARGE)}.
One of six results will be displayed:
GOOD & PASS :
The battery is good & capable
of holding a charge.
GOOD & RECHARGE :
The battery is good but needs
to be recharged.
RECHARGE & RETEST :
Battery is discharged, the
battery condition cannot be
determined until it is fully charged. Recharge & retest
the battery.
BAD & REPLACE :
The battery will not hold a
charge. It should be replaced
immediately.
BAD CELL & REPLACE :
The battery has at least one
cell short circuit. It should be
replaced immediately.

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LOAD ERROR
CRANKING VOLTS
××.××V LOW
LOAD ERROR :
The tested battery is bigger
than 450CCA . Or the clamps
are not connected properly. Please fully charge the
battery and retest after excluding both previous reasons.
If reading is the same, the battery should be replaced
immediately.
14. Press «ENTER» return to step 5 or remove the test
clamps from the battery posts after completion of testing
batteries to end test.
SYSTEM TEST Example :
1. Press «ENTER» button, you
will view the following screen:
2. Turn off all vehicle accessory
loads such as lights, stereo
system, etc. before starting the
engine.
3. When the engine is started, one of the three results will
be displayed along with the actual reading measured.
CRANKING VOLTS NORMAL
The system is showing normal
draw. Press «ENTER» to
perform the charging system test.
CRANKING VOLTS LOW
The cranking voltage is below
normal limits; troubleshoot the
starter with manufacturers recommended procedure.
SYSTEM TEST
××.××V
TURN OFF LOADS
START ENGINE
CRANKING VOLTS
××.××V NORMAL

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CRANKING VOLTS NO
DETECTED
The cranking voltage is not
detected.
4. If the cranking voltage is
normal, press «ENTER» to
begin charging system test.
5. Press the «ENTER» key, you
will view the following screen.
6. Press the «ENTER» key, one
of the three results will be displayed along with the
actual reading measured.
LOW CHARGING VOLTS WHEN TEST AT IDLE
The alternator is not providing
sufficient current to the battery.
Check the belts to ensure the
alternator is rotating with engine running. Check the
connections from the alternator to the battery. If the
connection is loose or heavily corroded, clean or
replace the cable and retest. If the belts and
connections are in good condition, replace the
alternator.
CHARGING SYSTEM NORMAL WHEN TEST AT IDLE
The system is showing normal
output from the alternator. No
problem is detected.
PRESS ENTER FOR
CHARGING TEST
MAKE SURE ALL
LOADS ARE OFF
ALT. IDLE VOLTS
××.××V LOW
ALT. IDLE VOLTS
××.××V NORMAL
CRANKING VOLTS
NO DETECTED

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RIPPLE DETECTED
××.××V NORMAL
NO RIPPLE DETECT
HIGH CHARGING VOLTS WHEN TEST AT IDLE
The voltage output from the
alternator to the battery
exceeds the normal limits of a
functioning regulator. Check to ensure there is no loose
connection and the ground connection is normal. If
there is no connection issue, replace the regulator.
Since some alternators have the regulator built-in, this
may require you to replace the alternator. The normal
high limit of a typical regulator is 14.7 volts +/- 0.05.
Check manufacturer specifications for the correct limit,
as it will vary by vehicle type and manufacturer.
7. Following the charging system
at idle, press «ENTER» for the
charging system with
accessory loads. Turn on the high beam headlights, and
any other non-cyclical load. Do not use cyclical loads.
8. When testing some older
model engines, the users need
to run up the engine to 2500
rpm for 15 seconds. You will view the screen as follows:
9. Press «ENTER» to look for the amount of ripple from the
charging system to the battery. One of two testing
results will be displayed along with the actual testing
measured.
RIPPLE DETECTED NORMAL
Diodes function well in the
alternator / stator.
Or
ALT. IDLE VOLTS
××.××V HIGH
TURN ON LOADS
AND PRESS ENTER
RUN ENGINE UP TO
2500 RPM 15 SEC.

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EXCESS RIPPLE DETECTED
One or more diodes in the
alternator are not functioning
or there is stator damage.
Check to ensure the alternator mounting and
connections are sturdy. If the mounting and connections
are good, replace the alternator.
10. Press the «ENTER» key to continue the charging
system with accessory loads. One of the three results
will be displayed along with the actual testing measured.
CHARGING SYSTEM HIGH WHEN TEST WITH
ACCESSORY LOADS
The voltage output from the
alternator to the battery
exceeds the normal limits of a functioning regulator.
Check to ensure there are no loose connections and
that the ground connection is normal. If there are no
connection issues, replace the regulator. Since some
alternators have the regulator built-in, this may require
you to replace the alternator.
CHARGING SYSTEM LOW WHEN TEST WITH
ACCESSORY LOADS
The alternator is not providing
sufficient current for the
system’s electrical loads and the charging current for
the battery. Check all connections and ensure the
alternator is rotating with the engine running. If the
connections from the alternator to the battery are loose
or heavily corroded, clean or replace the cable and
retest. If connections are in good working condition,
replace the alternator.
RIPPLE DETECTED
××.××V HIGH
ALT. LOAD VOLTS
××.××V HIGH
ALT. LOAD VOLTS
××.××V LOW

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CHARGING SYSTEM NORMAL WHEN TEST WITH
ACCESSORY LOADS
The system is showing normal
output from the alternator. No
problem detected.
11. Press «ENTER» when
charging system test is
completed finish. Turn all
accessory loads and engine off. Press «ENTER» to
return to step 1 or remove the test clamps from the
battery posts after completion of testing to end test.
GLOSSARY
What is a GEL battery?
A gel battery is a lead-acid electric storage battery that:
is sealed using special pressure valves and should never
be opened.
is completely maintenance-free.*
uses thixotropic gelled electrolyte.
uses a recombination reaction to prevent the escape of
hydrogen and oxygen gases normally lost in a flooded
lead-acid battery (particularly in deep cycle applications).
is non-spillable, and therefore can be operated in virtually
any position. However, upside-down installation is usually
not recommended.
 Connections must be checked for proper torque for
fastener tightness and the batteries should be cleaned
ALT. LOAD VOLTS
××.××V NORMAL
TEST OVER. TURN
OFF LOADS & ENGINE

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periodically.
What is an AGM battery?
An AGM battery is a lead-acid electric storage battery that:
is sealed using special pressure valves and should never
be opened.
is completely maintenance-free.*
has all of its electrolyte absorbed into separators
consisting of a sponge-like mass of matted glass fibers.
uses a recombination reaction to prevent the escape of
hydrogen and oxygen gases normally lost in a flooded
lead-acid battery (particularly in deep cycle applications).
Has no free flowing liquid electrolyte and is non-spillable,
and therefore can be operated in virtually any position.
However, upside-down installation is not recommended.
Connections must be checked for proper torque for
fastener tightness and the batteries should be cleaned
periodically.
What is a VRLA battery?
Valve Regulated LeadAcid Battery – This type of battery is
sealed Maintenance Free, recombination design battery that
utilize a “Bunce” Valve or Valves that opens when a preset
pressure is realized inside the battery and lets the excess
gas pressure out as needed. Then the valve resets itself.
AGM and Gel batteries are battery types within this family of
batteries
What is a SLI battery?
These initials stand for Starting, Lighting and Ignition, which
are the three basic functions which a battery has to perform in
all “normal” vehicles. Batteries given this description will
have been specifically designed for service in passenger
vehicles within a voltage controlled electrical system. Those
SLI batteries which are intended for heavy haulage vehicles
fitted with large diesel motors may often be called
COMMERCIAL batteries. They have to be much more

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powerful and more robust than batteries intended for cars or
motorcycles.
What is STATE OF HEALTH?
It means how much battery capacity is left (%) comparing
with the marked original battery capacity.
What is STATE OF CHARGE?
It means the level in percent of total capacity that the battery
is actually charged.
What is CCA (COLD CRANKING AMPS)?
A battery performance measurement where a battery is first
cooled and held at a core temperature 0
O
F then loaded by a
current in amperes which a new fully charged battery can
deliver for 30 seconds continuously without the terminal
voltage falling below 1.2 volts per cell. This rating reflects the
ability of the battery to deliver engine starting currents under
winter conditions.
What is AMPERE-HOUR?
The unit of measurement of electrical capacity. Acurrent of
one ampere for one hour implies the delivery or receipt of
one ampere-hour of electricity. Current multiplied by time in
hours equals ampere-hours.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY
Any battery tester defective in material or workmanship will
be repaired or replaced according to published defective
return test repair procedures. The existence of a defect shall
be determined by the seller in accordance with published
procedures. The published test procedures are available
upon request.
This warranty does not cover any unit that has been
damaged due to accident, abuse, alternation, use for a
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follow operating instructions. This warranty is expressly
limited to original retail buyers. This warranty is not
assignable or transferable. Proof of purchase is required for
all alleged claims. Warranty cannot be authorized without
proof of purchase. Warranty claims must be sent pre-paid
with dated proof of purchase. Damage incurred during
shipment is the responsibility of the shipper (customer
returning unit) If the returned unit qualifies for warranty, the
shipper will only incur shipping cost. The seller reserves the
right to substitute or offer alternative warranty options at its
discretion.
The sole and exclusive remedy for any unit found to be
defective is repair or replacement, at the option of the seller.
In no event shall the seller be liable for any direct, indirect,
special, incidental, or consequential damages (including lost
profit) whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other
legal theory.
RETURN GOODS:
Pack with sufficient over-pack to prevent damage during
shipment. Damage incurred during return shipment is not
covered under this warranty. Repair costs for such
damages will be charged back to shipper.
REMARK:
WHEN RETURNING GOODS, PLEASE SHOW “RETURN
GOODS” ON ALL INVOICES & RELATED SHIPPING
DOCUMENTS TO PREVENTANY EXTRA CHARGE.”