Tool it TBP 500 Manual De Instrucciones página 7

Translation of the original instructions
Result
Batterie OK (green line)
Battery to be replaced (red line)
The TBP 500 produces heat when in use. Wait 15 minutes between tests for it to cool down.
START TEST
1. Make sure all vehicle consumers are switched off (lights, air conditioning, radio etc.).
2. Start the engine, one of the two results is displayed on the «DC-VOLTS» screen:
Examples
The indicator displays a voltage below 9.6 V
The indicator shows a voltage higher than 9.6 V
ALTERNATOR TEST
1- Start the engine
2- Run the engine between 1200 and 1500 rpm..
3 - Read the results on the «ALT&REG.TEST» scale on the right display.
Results displayed
HI
OK
LOW
WARRANTY
The warranty covers faulty workmanship for 2 years from the date of purchase (parts and labour).
The warranty does not cover:
• Transit damage.
• Normal wear of parts (eg. : cables, clamps, etc..).
• Damages due to misuse (power supply error, dropping of equipment, disassembling).
• Environment related failures (pollution, rust, dust).
In case of failure, return the unit to your distributor together with:
- The proof of purchase (receipt etc ...)
- A description of the fault reported
The battery is operational.
A problem at the cell level is observed (short circuit.....). Replace
the battery. Or the battery is nearing the end of its life.
Replacement required.
The starting voltage is not correct. The battery must be replaced.
The starting voltage is normal.
Examples
High starting voltage when the test is
performed with the engine at idle
Normal starting voltage when the test
is performed with the engine at idle
Low starting voltage when the test is
performed with the engine at idle
TBP 500
Analysis
Analysis
Check that the connections are good. If eve-
rything is properly connected, replace the
alternator.
No problem detected. Normal operation of the
alternator.
The alternator does not provide enough power to
the battery. Check the alternator belts, and make
sure the alternator is running when the engine is
running. If the belts slip or are broken, replace
them and re-test. Check the connection between
the alternator and the battery. If the connection
is bad, clean or replace the cable and re-test. If
the alternator belts and connection are in good
condition, replace the alternator.
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Analysis
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