Solar BA327 User manual

BATTERY TESTERS
BATTERY TESTERS
SOLAR Battery and System Tester
with Integrated Printer
Model No. BA327
User Manual
Failure to follow instructions may cause damage or explosion, always shield
eyes. Read entire instruction manual before use.
WARNING
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals, including Vinyl-Chloride, Styrene
and Acrylonitrile, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more
information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

WARNING
Read these instructions completely before using the tester and save them
for future reference. Before using the tester near a car, truck or boat, read these
instructions and the instruction manual/safety information provided by the car,
truck, boat or equipment manufacturer. Following all manufacturers’ instructions
and safety procedures will reduce the risk of accident.
Working around lead-acid batteries may be dangerous. Lead-acid batteries release
explosive gases during normal operation, charging and jump starting. Carefully read
and follow these instructions for safe use. Always follow the specific instructions in
this manual and on the tester each time you use it.
All lead-acid batteries (car, truck and boat) produce hydrogen gas which may
violently explode in the presence of fire or sparks. Do not smoke, use matches or
a cigarette lighter while near batteries. Do not handle the battery while wearing
vinyl clothing because static electricity sparks are generated when vinyl clothing is
rubbed. Review all cautionary material on the tester and in the engine compartment.
Always wear eye protection, appropriate protective clothing and other safety
equipment when working near lead-acid batteries. Do not touch eyes while working
on or around lead-acid batteries.
Use extreme care while working within the engine compartment, because moving
parts may cause severe injury. Read and follow all safety instructions published in
the vehicle's Owner's Manual.
Batteries being tested with the tester likely contain liquid acids which are hazardous
if spilled.

Personal Precautions
Someone should always be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your
aid when you work near a lead-acid battery.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing
or eyes. Protective eyewear should always be worn when working near
lead-acid batteries.
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 10 minutes and
get medical attention immediately.
Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto a battery. It might spark or
short circuit the battery or another electrical part that may cause explosion.
Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and watches when
working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid battery can produce a short-circuit current
high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn.
Use the tester for testing lead-acid batteries only. Do not use for testing dry-cell batteries
that are commonly used with home appliances.
NEVER test, charge or jump start a frozen battery.
Do not submerge in water.
Do not operate with flammables such as gasoline, etc.
If the tester receives a sharp blow or is otherwise damaged in any way, have it checked
by a qualified service person.
Do not disassemble the tester. Have it checked by a qualified service person.
About Your SOLAR Battery and System Tester with Integrated
Printer (Model No. BA327)
Battery Tester Model BA327 is designed to test 6 and 12 Volt batteries and 12
and 24 Volt charging systems. It offers quick and accurate assessment of battery
condition and starting and charging system performance. It features extra-long 10’
leads for convenient in-vehicle testing and a backlit display for easy viewing in bright
or low light environments. Its integrated printer provides easy service documentation
and uses standard thermal paper.
The tester is compatible with a wide range of battery types, including Conventional,
Maintenance Free, AGM, Gel Cell, Marine Starting, Spiral Wound and Deep Cycle

(with starting rating) batteries. The tester can test these types of batteries against
several battery capacity rating systems. Below is a chart of the operating range of
the tester based on the applicable capacity rating systems:
Rating System Testing Capacity
CCA 40-2000 CCA
DIN 25-1300 CCA
IEC 30-1500 CCA
EN 40-2100 CCA
The tester has a recommended operating ambient temperature range of -4˚F to
122˚F.
Preparing Battery to Be Tested
Warning: Always wear eye protection, appropriate protective clothing and other
safety equipment when working near lead-acid batteries. Do not touch eyes
while working on or around lead-acid batteries.
1. Be sure area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being tested.
2. Clean battery terminals. Wire brush them if necessary. Be careful to keep
corrosion from coming in contact with eyes.
3. Inspect the battery for cracked or broken case or cover. If the battery is
damaged, do not use tester.
4. If the battery is not a sealed Maintenance Free battery, add distilled water in
each cell until battery acid reaches level specified by the manufacturer. This
helps purge excessive gas from cells. Be careful not to overfill.
5. Confirm that all vehicle accessories are turned OFF to ensure you do not cause
any arcing and that the tested battery has a nominal voltage of 12 Volts.
6. If it is necessary to remove battery from vehicle to test, always remove ground
terminal from battery first.
Tester Preparation and Set-up
Installing Batteries
Open battery door and install (6) 1.5V batteries into the battery chamber. Take care
to properly orient the batteries during installation. Close battery door and replace
boot around unit.

Once the battery installation process is complete, please note that nothing will
appear on the tester display until it is connected to a 6 or 12 Volt battery.
Note: When the internal batteries run out of power, the tester display will read
“INTERNAL BATTERY LOW”. When this happens, replace internal batteries
before performing any additional tests.
Loading Printer Paper
You must be properly connected to a battery (See Battery Tester Operation: Battery
Testing, steps 1-3) with internal batteries installed to load paper.
Open paper chamber cover. Set the paper roll into the paper chamber, oriented such
that the paper feeds off the bottom of the roll.
Feed the paper from the roll until the paper begins to feed past the cutter. Close the
paper chamber.
Note: The tester uses standard thermal paper, available from most office supply
stores.
Tester Configuration
Note: The tester does not have a back button or any means by which to
backtrack through the various functional steps. At any point in a particular
process, there are only two ways to get back to either the Home Screen or the
Function Screen: complete the current process, or disconnect and reconnect the
tester.
You must be properly connected to a battery (See Battery Tester Operation: Battery
Testing, steps 1-3) with internal batteries installed to configure the tester.
Upon proper battery connection (with internal batteries installed), the tester display
will splash the SOLAR logo for two seconds and then proceed to the Home Screen.
The Home Screen shows the battery status by providing the Open Circuit Voltage
of the connected battery. Press “ENTER” to enter the Function Screen, which offers
three options: BATTERY TEST, SYSTEM TEST or CONFIGURATION. Using the
Arrow Keys, scroll down to CONFIGURATION and press “ENTER” (center button) to
go to the CONFIGURATIONScreen.
The CONFIGURATION Screen provides five options: LANGUAGE, SET DATE,
BRIGHTNESS, COUNTER AND CUSTOMIZE. To set the default language for the
tester, scroll to LANGUAGE and press “ENTER”. Using the Arrow Keys, toggle to
your preferred language and Press “ENTER”. You will return to the Function Screen.

Using the arrow keys, scroll down to CONFIGURATION and press “ENTER” to go
to the CONFIGURATION Screen. To set the date and time, scroll to SET DATE and
press “ENTER”. The tester will display the date and time currently set for the tester.
The indicator arrow should be on the date line. Press “ENTER”. ADJUST: YEAR will
appear on the display. Using the Arrow Keys, toggle to the correct year and press
“ENTER”. Repeat this process as the tester advances through the MONTH, DAY,
HOUR, MINUTE and SECOND settings. Upon pressing “ENTER” after making the
SECOND setting adjustment, you will return to the Function Screen.
Using the arrow keys, scroll down to CONFIGURATION and press “ENTER” to
go to the CONFIGURATION Screen. To adjust the display brightness, scroll to
BRIGHTNESS and press “ENTER”. Using the Arrow Keys, adjust to your preferred
level of brightness and press “ENTER”.
To learn more about the counter operation, see Counter Function section of this
manual.
Using the arrow keys, scroll down to CONFIGURATION and press “Enter” to go
to the CONFIGURATION screen. To customize your printout information, scroll to
CUSTOMIZE and press “Enter”. Follow the prompts to enter your information to be
printed on test strips.
Battery Tester Operation
Note: Each time you connect the tester to a battery, the tester will run a quick
cable verification to ensure a proper connection through the output cables to
sensors in the clamp jaws. If the connection checks out OK, the display will
momentarily flash “Output Cable Check Complete” and proceed to the Home
Screen. If the connection is poor, the display will show “Cable Error – Replace
Cables.” In this case, check cable connections for visible signs of damage, as
you may need to replace the cable ends. Call Technical Service at 800.328.2921
with any questions.
Battery Testing
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 the battery terminals are clean. See Preparing Battery to Be Tested.

3. Connect tester leads to the battery, clamping the red clamp to the vehicle
positive battery terminal first. Then, clamp the black clamp to the vehicle
negative battery terminal second.
Note: Whenever possible, connect directly to the terminals/posts of the battery.
4. Upon completing a proper battery connection, the tester display will show the
Home Screen. Select BATTERY TEST, scrolling as needed to bring the indicator
in line with BATTERY TEST, and press “ENTER” (center button).
5. Press Arrow Keys to select type of battery to be tested: SLI, AGM Flat Plate,
AGM/Spiral, VRLA/GEL or START/STOP. SLI refers to standard Starting/
Lighting/Ignition flooded batteries, AGM/Flat Plate refers specifically to
traditionally shaped AGM batteries, AGM/Spiral refers specifically to AGM-
designated Spiral Wound batteries, VRLA/GEL specifically refers to Gel Cell
batteries and START/STOP specifically refers to starting batteries installed in
vehicles utilizing START/STOP technology. Press “ENTER”.
5a. Additional sequence when START/STOP battery type is chosen. Tester will ask
what type of battery is being used in the START/STOP application, EFB or AGM.
EFB refers to Enhanced Flooded Battery constructions and AGM refers to AGM
battery constructions. Choose correct battery type and Press “ENTER”.
6. Press Arrow Keys to select the applicable battery rating that you plan to test
against. Options include CCA, EN, IEC, DIN, JIS, MCA(CA). Press “ENTER”.
7. Scroll Arrow Keys to input the battery rating/capacity. Note that the Arrow Keys
will scroll, such that you do not have to continually repeat pressing each key.
Once proper battery rating is shown on the display, press “ENTER” to perform
the battery test (lasts 1-2 seconds).
8. Press Arrow Keys to select current ambient temperature range as shown on the
display. Press “ENTER”.
9. Optional sequence determined by the tester. At this point, the tester may display
a question to more accurately provide an assessment of the tested battery. If the
display shows “Is battery charged?”, toggle Arrow Keys to indicate YES or NO as
applicable and press “ENTER”. If NO is selected, the display will show the Open
Circuit Voltage of the Battery and the instruction RECHARGE RETEST. If YES is
selected, see Step 10 below.
10. When the test is complete, the display shows the determined voltage of the
battery and the determined rating of the battery.

GOOD & PASS The tested battery is good and capable of holding a charge.
GOOD & RECHARGE The tested battery is good but needs to be charged.
RECHARGE & RETEST The tested battery is discharged. The battery condition
cannot be determined until it is fully charged. Recharge and retest the battery.
BAD & REPLACE The tested battery cannot hold a charge. It should be
replaced immediately.
BAD CELL & REPLACE The tested battery has at least one short-circuited cell.
It should be replaced immediately.
LOAD ERROR The tested battery is larger than 2000 CCA or 200 AH. Or, the
clamps are not connected properly. Check battery connection. If connection
is incorrect, reconnect and retest. If connection is correct, charge the tested
battery to full charge and retest, ensuring that a proper connection is made. If the
reading is still the same, the battery should be replaced immediately.
Note: If this outcome is displayed, the operator is asked if any
accessories have been left on as a possible cause. If it is found that
accessories were left on, charge the tested battery and retest. If it is
determined that no accessories were left on, the battery should be
replaced.
11. Press “ENTER” to view the unique warranty code for the completed test.
This code will also appear on your printout if you choose to print your result
(see next step).
12. Press “ENTER” to go to the Print Option Screen. The tester will ask if you would
like to PRINT RESULT? Scroll to your preferred choice and press “ENTER”. If
you chose YES, the printer will print results. If you chose NO, the tester will once
again return you to the Home Screen and once again display the battery’s open
circuit voltage.
13. Remove the test leads from the battery posts after completion of testing, always
removing the negative (black) clamp first and then the positive (red) clamp.
System Testing: Starting and Charging System Tests
During this portion of the testing process, the tester will perform the following tests in
order:
• Starting System Cranking Test

• Charging System Test without Loads
• Charging System Test under Loads – Ripple Detect
• Charging System Test under Loads
Please follow the instructions below to run through the above testing steps.
1. Make sure the battery terminals are clean. See Preparing Battery to be Tested.
2. Connect tester leads to the battery, clamping the red clamp to the vehicle
positive battery terminal first. Then, clamp the black clamp to the vehicle
negative battery terminal second.
Note: Whenever possible, connect directly to the terminals/posts of the battery.
3. Upon completing a proper battery connection, the tester display will show the
Home Screen. Select SYSTEM TEST, scrolling as needed to bring the indicator
in line with SYSTEM TEST. Press “ENTER” (center button).
4. The display will confirm that the operator has chosen SYSTEM TEST. Press
“ENTER”.
5. Turn off all vehicle accessory loads such as lighting, air conditioning, radio, etc.
6. Start the engine. The display will show the minimum voltage reached by the
battery and provide an assessment of starting system condition. Assessment
corresponds as follows:
CRANKING VOLTS NORMAL – Starting System is showing normal draw.
CRANKING VOLTS LOW – Starting System is Weak – troubleshoot starter as
per manufacturer’s recommended procedure.
CRANKING VOLTS NOT DETECTED – Check connections, wiring, and starter
immediately.
7. After Starting System Test, press “ENTER” to go to Charging System Test,
beginning with the Charging System without Loads Test. The display will remind
you to ensure all loads are off – after making sure there are no loads on the
system, press “ENTER”.
8. The tester will display the charging system voltage without loads and provide an
assessment of that reading.
NORMAL – Charging System OK
LOW – Charging Voltage is Low – Alternator is not providing sufficient current to

the battery. Check belts and connection from alternator to battery.
HIGH – Charging Voltage is High – Voltage output from alternator to battery
exceeds the normal limit. Check alternator connections, including ground
connection. Also, check manufacturer specifications, as output requirement may
vary by vehicle type and manufacturer (confirm range is, in fact, too high for
vehicle).
9. Next, the tester will perform the Charging System Under Load Test, starting with
a Ripple Detect assessment. Press “ENTER” to begin this test sequence.
10. Turn on the following accessories: blower to high (heat), high beam headlights,
and rear defroster.
Note: Do not use cyclical loads such as air conditioning or windshield wipers.
11. Optional Step determined by the Tester: When testing older model vehicles with
diesel engines, the tester may prompt the operator to run the engine at 2500
RPM for 15 seconds. Display will read: “RUN ENGINE UP TO 2500 RPM 15
SEC.”
12. Press “ENTER”. The tester will display the ripple detected from the charging
system to the battery and provide an assessment of that reading.
NORMAL RIPPLE DETECT– Charging System OK
HIGH – Excess Ripple Detected – One or more of the alternator diodes are not
functioning properly or there is other damage to the charging system. Check to
ensure alternator mounting is sturdy and that belts are in good condition and
functioning properly.
13. Press “ENTER” to proceed to the Charging System Under Loads Test. One of
three results will be displayed, along with the actual voltage reading.
NORMAL – Charging System OK
LOW – Charging Voltage is Low – Alternator is not providing sufficient current
for the system’s electrical loads and to charge the battery. Check belts and
connection from alternator to battery.
HIGH – Charging Voltage is High – Voltage output from alternator to battery
exceeds the normal limit. Check alternator connections, including ground
connection. Also, check manufacturer specifications, as output may vary by
vehicle type and manufacturer.

14. Press “ENTER” to go to the Print Option Screen. The tester will ask if you would
like to PRINT RESULT? Scroll to your preferred choice and press “ENTER”. If
you chose YES, the printer will print results. If you chose NO, the tester will once
again return you to the Home Screen and once again display the battery’s open
circuit voltage.
15. Turn engine OFF and remove the test leads from the battery posts after
completion of testing, always removing the negative clamp first and then the
positive clamp.
Counter Function
The tester is equipped with a counter function that allows you to track the number
of tests performed over time. The counter can be accessed through the
Configuration Screen. From the Home Screen, scroll down to CONFIGURATION
and press “ENTER” to go to the Configuration Screen. To access the counter, scroll
to COUNTER and press “ENTER”. The tester will show the counter display, listing
the number of battery tests and the number of system tests that have been
performed since the unit was first configured or last reset.
From the counter display, press “ENTER” to achieve the following next steps: return
to the Home Screen, reset the counter or print the counter result. The first choice
shown will be RETURN TO BATTERY TEST. Selecting this option will return you to
the Home Screen.
Scrolling forward once will bring you to RESET. Press “ENTER” to see your reset
options, NO or YES. Scroll to your desired outcome and press “ENTER”. If you
chose to reset the counter, the display will return to the counter display and show
zero tests preformed. If you choose NO, the display will proceed to the Home
Screen.
Scrolling forward twice will bring you to the print screen for the counter display.

Maintenance and Care
A basic amount of care and maintenance will allow your tester to provide years of
valuable service.
• After each use, ensure that there is no corrosion on clamps. If there is corrosion
on clamps, use a damp cloth to wipe corrosion off of the clamps.
• After each use, ensure that leads have not been damaged or have come
into contact with aggressive fluids, such as grease, engine oil, ATF or battery
corrosion. If leads are damaged, call Technical Service at 913.310.1053
immediately. NEVER use tester if leads show signs of damage. If leads have
come into contact with aggressive fluids, use a damp cloth to wipe the leads
clean.
• After each use, return the tester to its storage case to protect the tester when not
in use.
• If tester body becomes dirty or soiled, use a damp cloth to wipe it clean.
• If tester display becomes dirty, use a screen cleaning product, such as those
used to clean glasses or computer monitors, to wipe the display clean. When
cleaning the display, take care not to scratch or otherwise damage it.
• Periodically replace onboard batteries (rear compartment) to avoid a situation
where the batteries run down at a critical moment.
• When storing tester for extended periods of inactivity, remove onboard batteries.
Warranty
Clore Automotive warrants this product to be free from defects in material
or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original end user
purchase. This warranty extends to each person who acquires lawful ownership
within one year of the original retail purchase, but is void if the product has been
abused, altered, misused or improperly packaged and damaged when returned
for repair.
This warranty applies to the product only and does not apply to any accessory
items included with the product which are subject to wear from usage; the
replacement or repair of these items shall be at the expense of the owner.

THE TERMS OF THE CLORE AUTOMOTIVE LIMITED WARRANTY
CONSTITUTE THE BUYER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY. THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY.
AFTER 1 YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE, ALL RISK OF LOSS FROM
WHATEVER REASON SHALL BE PUT UPON THE PURCHASER.
CLORE AUTOMOTIVE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL AND
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES: CLORE
AUTOMOTIVE’S LIABILITY, IF ANY, SHALL NEVER EXCEED THE
PURCHASE PRICE OF THIS MACHINE REGARDLESS OF WHETHER
LIABILITY IS PREDICATED UPON BREACH OF WARRANTY (EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED), NEGLIGENCE, STRICT TORT OR ANY OTHER THEORY.
Some states do not permit the limitation of warranties or limitation of
consequential or incidental damages, so the above disclaimer and limitation may
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
Instructions for obtaining service under this warranty:
To obtain service under this warranty, return your SOLAR Battery Tester to the
place of purchase, along with your dated sales receipt, for an exchange. Your
product can also be sent back to Clore Automotive for exchange – visit www.
cloreautomotive.com for shipping address.
Registering Your Purchase
For best service and to receive periodic product updates, please visit www.
cloreregistration.com, click on the SOLAR logo, complete the information in the
web form and click “submit.” It’s that easy!
For answers to questions concerning use, out-of-warranty service, or
warranty/service information on this or other Clore Automotive products,
contact Clore Automotive Technical Service at 800.328.2921; 913.310.1050;
www.cloreautomotive.com.

Precauciones personales
Al trabajar cerca de baterías de plomo-ácido, siempre debe haber alguien cerca,
para que pueda oírlo y ayudarlo de ser necesario.
Tenga a mano abundante agua fresca y jabón, por si el ácido de la batería entra en
contacto con la piel, los ojos o la ropa. Siempre debe usar protección para los ojos
al trabajar cerca de baterías de plomo-ácido.
Si el ácido de la batería entra en contacto con la piel o la ropa, lávela de inmediato
con agua y jabón. Si el ácido entra en contacto con los ojos, enjuáguelos de
inmediato con abundante agua fría por un mínimo de 10 minutos y solicite atención
médica con urgencia.
Tenga sumo cuidado en evitar que una herramienta metálica caiga sobre la batería.
Podría producir chispas o provocar un cortocircuito en la batería u otras piezas
eléctricas y así originarse una explosión.
Al trabajar con baterías de plomo-ácido, quítese los accesorios personales de
metal, tales como anillos, brazaletes, collares y relojes. Las baterías de plomo-ácido
pueden provocar un cortocircuito con corriente capaz de derretir completamente un
anillo u objeto similar y así provocar quemaduras graves.
Utilice el probador para probar sólo baterías de plomo-ácido. No la utilice para
recargar baterías de celdas secas, que suelen usarse en los electrodomésticos.
Podrían explotar y provocar lesiones y daños materiales.
NUNCA probar, arranque ni recargue una batería congelada.
No la sumerja en agua.
No la opere cerca de productos inflamables, como gasolina, etc.
Si el probador recibe un golpe fuerte o se daña de alguna manera, haga que la
revise un profesional de servicio técnico.
No desarme el probador. Haga que la revise un profesional de servicio técnico.

Acerca del probador para baterías y sistemas SOLAR con
impresora integrada (Modelo BA327)
El modelo BA327 para probar baterías está diseñado para utilizarse únicamente
con baterías de 6 y 12 voltios y con sistemas de carga de 12 y 24 voltios. Este
equipo permite hacer una evaluación del estado de las baterías y el rendimiento del
sistema de arranque y carga. Cuenta con cables extra largos de 10 pies (3 m) que
facilitan el trabajo de prueba dentro del vehículo y con una pantalla cuya iluminación
permite una mejor visualización en lugares con brillo o poco iluminados. Su
impresora integrada hace posible acceder a un servicio sencillo de documentación y
utiliza papel térmico estándar.
El probador es compatible con una amplia variedad de tipos de batería, entre
ellas: baterías convencionales, sin mantenimiento, AGM, marina de arranque,
con estructura en espiral y de ciclo profundo (con clasificación de arranque).
Además, tiene la capacidad de probar estos tipos de baterías en comparación con
varios sistemas de clasificación de capacidad de baterías. Más abajo se presenta
un cuadro con el rango operativo del probador en función de los sistemas de
clasificación de capacidad aplicables:
Sistema de clasificación Capacidad de prueba
CCA (amperios de arranque en frío) 40-2000 CCA
DIN (norma industrial alemana) 25-1300 CCA
IEC (Comisión Electrotécnica Internacional) 30-1500 CCA
EN (norma europea) 40-2100 CCA
El rango de temperatura ambiente recomendado para operar este probador es de -4
˚F a 122 ˚F (de -20 °C a 50 °C).
Preparación del sistema y batería
Precaución: Utilice siempre protección para los ojos, vestimenta adecuada y
otros equipos de seguridad al trabajar cerca de baterías de plomo-ácido. No se
toque los ojos mientras trabaje con o cerca de baterías de plomo-ácido.
1. Verifique que el área alrededor de la batería tenga buena ventilación durante la
prueba.
2. Limpie los terminales de la batería. Si fuese necesario, utilice un cepillo de
alambre. Sea cuidadoso y evite que las partículas corroídas entren en contacto
con los ojos.

3. Inspeccione la batería para detectar si la carcasa o la cubierta están agrietadas
o rotas. Si la batería está dañada, no utilice el probador.
4. Si no se trata de una batería sellada de las que no requiere mantenimiento,
agregue agua destilada en cada celda hasta que el ácido de la batería llegue
al nivel especificado por el fabricante. Este procedimiento ayuda a purgar el
exceso de gas de las celdas. Sea cuidadoso y no las llene demasiado.
5. Verifique que la batería probada tenga un voltaje nominal de 12 V y que todos
los accesorios del vehículo estén APAGADOS para asegurarse de que no
provocará la formación de un arco eléctrico.
6. Si es necesario extraer la batería del vehículo, siempre quite primero el terminal
de puesta a tierra de la batería.
Preparación e instalación del probador
Cómo colocar las baterías
Abra la tapa del compartimiento de la batería y coloque seis baterías de 1.5 V.
Coloque las baterías del lado correcto. Cierre la tapa y vuelva a colocar la cubierta
de la unidad.
Una vez que haya terminado de instalar las baterías, no aparecerá nada en la
pantalla del probador hasta que no esté conectado a una batería de 6 o 12 V.
Nota: Cuando las baterías internas se hayan consumido, la pantalla del
probador indicará: “INTERNAL BATTERY LOW” (BATERÍA INTERNA BAJA).
Cuando esto ocurra, reemplace las baterías antes de realizar más pruebas.
Cómo cargar el papel para imprimir
Para cargar el papel, la unidad debe estar conectada a una batería con baterías
internas (Ver Funcionamiento del probador para baterías: Pasos 1-3 para la prueba
de baterías).
Abra la tapa del compartimiento del papel. Coloque el rollo de papel en el
compartimiento de forma tal que salga de la parte inferior del rollo e ingrese en el
alimentador de la impresora.
Tire de una longitud corta del papel de la impresora. Cierre el compartimiento del
papel.

Nota: El probador utiliza papel térmico, el que puede adquirirse en cualquier
tienda de productos de oficina.
Configuración del probador
Nota: El probador no cuenta con un botón para retroceder ni con ninguna
forma de deshacer los pasos funcionales. Durante el proceso, sólo existen dos
formas de volver hacia atrás hasta la pantalla Principal o la pantalla de Función:
completar el proceso actual o desconectar y reconectar el probador.
Para configurar el probador, la unidad debe estar conectada a una batería con
baterías internas (Ver Funcionamiento del probador para baterías: Pasos 1-3 para
la prueba de baterías).
Tras realizar una conexión correcta de la batería (con baterías internas instaladas),
la pantalla del probador mostrará el logo de SOLAR durante dos segundas y luego
avanzará hacia la pantalla Principal. La pantalla Principal muestra el estado de la
batería mediante un circuito de voltaje abierto de la batería conectada. Seleccione
la opción “ENTER” (Intro) para ingresar en la pantalla de Función, donde encontrará
las siguientes tres opciones: Prueba de batería (BATTERY TEST), Prueba de
sistema (SYSTEM TEST) o Configuración (CONFIGURATION). Con las flechas,
desplácese hacia la opción Configuration (Configuración) y seleccione “ENTER”
(botón del medio) para acceder a la información.
La pantalla CONFIGURACIÓN ofrece varias opciones: IDIOMA, CONFIGURAR
FECHA, BRILLO, CONTADOR y PERSONALIZAR. Para configurar el idioma del
probador, avance hasta la opción Language (Idioma) y luego presione “ENTER”
(Intro). Con las flechas, seleccione el idioma que prefiera y luego oprima “ENTER”.
El sistema lo devolverá a la pantalla de Funciones.
Con las flechas, desplácese hacia la opción Configuration (Configuración) y
presione “ENTER”. Para configurar la fecha y hora, avance hasta la opción Set
Date (Configurar fecha) y luego oprima “ENTER”. El probador mostrará su ajuste
de fecha y hora actual. La flecha del indicador deberá estar sobre la línea de la
fecha. Presione “ENTER”. Ajuste: En la pantalla, aparecerá la palabra Año (YEAR).
Con las flechas, seleccione el año correcto y luego presione “ENTER”. Repita este
proceso en tanto el probador le brinde la opción de seleccionar MES, DÍA, HORA,
MINUTO y SEGUNDO. Tras oprimir la tecla “ENTER” después de configurar el
SEGUNDO, el sistema lo devolverá a la pantalla de Función.
Con las flechas, desplácese hacia la opción Configuration (Configuración) y

presione “ENTER”. Para ajustar el brillo de la pantalla, avance hasta la opción
Brightness (Brillo) y luego presione “ENTER”. Con las flechas, ajuste la pantalla al
nivel de brillo que desee y luego oprima “ENTER”.
Para saber más acerca del funcionamiento del CONTADOR, consulte la sección
Función contador de este manual.
Con las flechas, desplácese hasta CONFIGURACIÓN y presione “ENTER” para
ver la pantalla CONFIGURACIÓN. Para personalizar la información de impresión,
desplácese hasta PERSONALIZAR y presione “ENTER”. Siga las indicaciones en
pantalla para introducir la información que se imprimirá en las tiras de prueba.
Funcionamiento del probador para baterías
Nota: Cada vez que usted conecta el probador a la batería, el probador
ejecutará una verificación rápida del cable para asegurar la conexión adecuada
de los cables de salida a los sensores en las mordazas de sujeción. Si la
conexión está bien, la pantalla mostrará el mensaje intermitente “Verificación
de cable de salida completa” y continuará a la pantalla siguiente. Si la conexión
es deficiente, la pantalla mostrará el mensaje “Error en el cable: reemplace los
cables”. En este caso, verifique las conexiones de los cables para detectar si
existen daños, ya que deberá reemplazar los extremos de los cables. Llame al
Servicio Técnico al 800.328.2921, si tiene preguntas.
Prueba de las baterías
1. Antes de probar la batería en un vehículo, apague el motor, los accesorios y las
cargas. Cierre todas las puertas y el portaequipajes.
2. Verifique que los terminales de la batería estén limpios. Consulte la sección
anterior Preparación de la batería para probar.
3. Conecte los conductores del probador a la batería; para ello, primero sujete la
pinza roja al terminal positivo de la batería del vehículo. A continuación, sujete
la pinza negra al terminal negativo de la batería del vehículo.
Nota: Siempre que sea posible, haga la conexión directamente a los terminales/
bornes de la batería.
4. Una vez hecha la conexión adecuada a la batería, el probador mostrará la
pantalla Principal. Seleccione la opción BATTERY TEST (Prueba de la batería)
y luego presione “ENTER” (Introducir).