The T13 Advanced Battery tester operates on 12V and 24V systems and is able to perform four tests:
Battery Test:
Analyses the battery condition using a microprocessor-controlled testing method (12V Batteries).
Ground Test:
Analyses the condition of the electrical return circuit (12V System Only).
Starter Test:
Checks the cranking effectiveness of the battery to predict when the battery will fail to crank a
vehicle
Alternator Test:
This test checks the alternator's condition by testing it under different loads and performing a
diode ripple test (12V/24V System).
Operating Procedure:
Connect the T13's clamps to the battery terminals to power it on. The battery voltage will appear on the
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screen.
Press any key to advance to the home screen. Once on the home screen several modes are available:
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Detail Entry
a.
To enter workshop information, select the settings mode and chose data input
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Once in this mode the workshop name, address and telephone number can be entered using the on-
a.
screen keyboard. To save the results, press on the disk symbol on the top right corner of the virtual
keyboard. This information will appear on the test results when printed.
To enter the license plate, VIN or customer number, select the Detail Entry symbol in the main menu, and the
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also click on the disk symbol on the virtual keyboard. A barcode scanner (sold separately) can be connected
to scan barcodes and print the barcode number on the receipt directly.
To change the Date & Time, select the settings mode and chose Date & Time
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To turn the Sound On/Off, select the settings mode and chose Sound
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To perform a Test, select the 'stethoscope symbol':
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Car, motorcycle or truck modes can then be selected. Note for 24V batteries: they must be separated
a.
and be tested individually in 12V only.
For a battery test, select the battery mode and chose the appropriate battery type and enter the
b.
specifications of the battery (CCA, EN1 etc.)
For an Alternator test, follow the instructions displayed on the tester
c.
For a Starter test, follow the instructions displayed on the tester
d.
For a Ground test, follow the instructions displayed on the tester
e.
Once the test(s) is(are) complete the results will display and can be printed by pressing the print
f.
button on the Tester
(12V/24V
System).
Test
b.
User Manual
Memory storage
c.
Settings
d.
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