midtronics celltron max instruction manual

INSTRUCTION MaNUal

March 2010167-087C

CELLTRON® MAXUniversal stationary Battery analyzer

For testing stationary batteries in UPS systems, power utility, and telecommunications industries

Midtronics Inc. 7000 Monroe Street Willowbrook, IL 60527 www.midtronics.com

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Contents

Safety Guidlines 5General Safety Precautions 5Personal Precautions 5Testing Precautions 6

Product Specifications 7

Chapter 1: Analyzer Overview 8Description 8Test capability 8Measurements 8Test range 8CELLTRON MAX Kit 9Data 10Kit Accessories 10

Hot Keys 11Connections And Data Ports 11User Interface 12

Menu Icons 12Option Buttons 12Alphanumeric Entry 12Scroll Boxes 12Scroll Lists 12Main Menu 12Site Setup 13CQSync 13DMM 13Utilities 13

Chapter 2: Reference Values 14Testing Sample Jars 15String Summary Average 15

Chapter 3: Site Setup 16New Site 16

Create Site 16Create Plant 16Create String 16

Existing Site 16Create Plant 17Create String 17

Test Setup 17String 17Tech ID 18Number Of Jars 18Jar Voltage 18Threshold 18Post Per Jar 19Test Mode 20Reference 20Test Type 21Temperature 21AC Ripple 21DC Float V 21DC Float A 21SAVE AND TEST 21SAVE AND CONTINUE 21

Chapter 4: CQ Sync 22Upload 22

Measure 22Capacity 22

Download 22Delete 23Delete All 23Update (Available on next release) 23

Chapter 5: Retest Jar 24Retesting A Jar 24

All Test 24Volt & Conductance 24Temperature 25

Chapter 6: DMM 26DC Voltmeter 26AC voltmeter 26

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Scope 26Print 26Adjust Time/Div 27FFT Mode 27Autoscale Volts/Div 27

DC Current 27

Chapter 7: Battery Manager 28Changing A Reference Value 28Adding Jar Model Information 28Adding Battery Manufacturer Information 28

Chapter 8: Utilities 29Threshold 29

Voltage Threshold 29Temperature Threshold 29Conductance Threshold 29

Date/Time 29Language 30Mode 30Display 30

Contrast Level 31Backlight Time 31Time Out 31

Straps 31Internal Battery 31Speaker 32Temperature 32

Test Mode 32Quick Test 33Gen Batt 33Capac Mgr 33Multi SP 33

Chapter 9: Hot Keys 34Quick Test 34

Test 34Volume 34Main Menu 34Retest 34Skip Jar 34Reports 34Help 34

Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 35Recharging the analyzer battery pack 35Replacing the analyzer battery pack 35Probe tip is bent or stops retracting 35Test Failure 35Test results do not print or print incorrectly 36STATUS LED 36

Solutions 36


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Safety Guidlines

General Safety Precautions1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. IT IS OF UTMOST

IMPORTANCE THAT BEFORE USING YOUR TESTER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY. SAVE THESE IN-STRUCTIONS.

Risk of explosive gasesBatteries generate explosive gases during normal operation, and when discharged or charged.

1.1 To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these safety instructions and those published by the battery manu-facturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you in-tend to use in the vicinity of a battery. Review cautionary marking on these products and on the engine, and on the vehicle or equipment containing the battery.

If you are uncertain as to the type of battery you are trying to test, then contact the seller or battery manufacturer.

1.2 Do not operate the tester if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way; take it to a qualified service center.

1.3 Do not disassemble tester; take it to a qualified service center when repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

1.4 Test batteries in a dry, well-ventilated area.

1.5 Do not expose the tester to rain or snow.

Personal Precautions2.1 Always have someone within range of your voice, or close

enough to come to your aid, when working around lead acid batteries.

2.2 Have plenty of fresh water and baking soda nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes.

2.3 Wear complete eye protection, clothing protection, and wear rubber soled shoes. Place damp cloth over battery to protect against acid spray. When ground is very wet or covered with snow, wear rubber boots. Avoid touching eyes while working near battery.

2.4 If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immedi-ately with baking soda and water. If acid enters the eye, immediately flush with cold running water for at least 10 minutes, and seek medical attention.

2.5 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of a bat-tery or engine.

2.6 Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool onto the battery. It might spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical part that may cause an explosion.

2.7 Before working with a lead-acid battery, remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, watches, etc. A lead-acid battery can produce a short circuit current high enough to weld such items causing a severe burn.

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Testing Precautions

IMPORTANT: Read this instruction manual before us-ing the tester.

To avoid electric shock when testing jars, follow your company’s safety practices and these guidelines:

• Wearsafetyglassesorafaceshield.

• Wearprotectiverubbergloves.

• Wearaprotectiveapronorshopcoat.

• Perform service work only for which you have beentrained.

• Donotdisconnectthebatterycablesfrompowersystemsduring the test without authorization.

• Donotplaceyourselfinanelectricalcircuit.

• Avoidsimultaneouscontactwiththejarandwithframeracks or hardware that may be grounded.

• Batteryposts, terminals,andrelatedaccessoriescontainlead and lead compounds, chemicals known to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.


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Product Specifications

Model Number

CMA-7000 CELLTRON MAX (analyzer); CELLTRON MAX Kit

Applications

Tests individual lead-acid cells or monoblocs (up to 16 volts) in any common configuration

Voltage

1.5–18.0 Vdc

Conductance

100–19,990 siemens

Test Data Storage

500 string locations of 480 test results stored internally

Accuracy

± 2% across test range

Voltmeter Resolution:

5 mV

User Programmable Functions

• Presetvaluesforover250batterytypes

• Lowvoltagealarmsetting

• Lowconductancewarning

• Lowconductancefailure

• Testmode(pushbutton/autostart)

Calibration

Auto-calibration before every test; no future calibration required

Connectorized Test Cable Options

• Dualcontactclamps

• Dualcontactprobes

• Customcablesbyquotation

Power Requirements

7.2 V, 2500 mAh, NiMH internal swappable battery and charger

Display

LCD—FSTN (x2)

66.52 mm x 33.25 mm (2.62 in x 1.31 in), 128 x 64 pixels, 40-degree viewing angle, contrast ratio 8, green LED backlight

Keypad

Stainless-steel dome, polycarbonate overlay, 1,000,000 actuations

Data Transfer

Infrared protocol, half -duplex IrDA protocol, USB drive

Environmental Operating Range

0 to +40 ˚C, 95% relative humidity, non-condensing

Storage Temperature

–20 to 82 ˚C

Over-Voltage Protection

• Auto-resetdisconnect

• Reversepolarityprotected

Housing Material

Acid resistant ABS plastic santoprene overmold

Analyzer Dimensions

280 mm x 105 mm x 80 mm (11 in x 4 in x 3 in)

Case Dimensions

485 mm x 395 mm x 180 mm

19 in x 15.5 in x 7 in

Analyzer Weight

1.18 kg (2.6 Ib)

Celltron MAX Kit Shipping Weight

Approximately 5 kg (11 Ib)

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DescriptionThis manual provides operating instructions for the Midtronics CELLTRON MAX Universal Stationary Battery Analyzer. These instructions will help you to properly configure your analyzer, select test parameters, conduct tests, and manage data. It will also give you information on product maintenance, warranty, and service.

The analyzer features (2) backlit graphical LCD’s, a digital multimeter, and a thumb drive and transfer to a PC. The analyzer software includes an icon-based menu and pre-loaded data on over 200 battery models to expedite testing and record-keeping.

The CELLTRON MAX represents the next generation of Stationary battery management. The CELLTRON MAX gives youadvanceddiagnostic/analysiscapabilitiesandcanoperateas a standalone tester or be fully integrated with the CellTraq web-enabled data management and processing system.

Integration In The CellTraq System

The tester provides voltage, conductance, strap resistance, and temperature measurements for batteries. This tester is also capable of capturing multiple frequencies and can trend historical measurements. By means of the Interface Application, you can both upload data to and download data from the CELLTRAQ software.

The CELLTRON MAX is designed for testing stationary batteries used in UPS systems, power utility, and telecommunications industries. Also, the Celltron MAX can test generator start batteries. Its advanced analysis and data management tools are designed for universal use in the following applications regardless of configuration:

• UPSSystems,120,220/240,480,600volts

• PowerUtility(Switching,SCADA,etc.)

• TelecomOSP,–48/+24volts

• TelecomCentralOffice,–48/+24volts

• CATV

• GeneratorStartBatteries

NOTE:Theanalyzerandmanualusetheword“jar”when referring to a monobloc, which can contain 1 to 8 cells.

Test capabilityThe CELLTRON MAX tests lead-acid batteries that are 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, and 16 V. The analyzer can test batteries providing power to a load (in service) or not providing power (not in service).

MeasurementsThe analyzer measures the status of a jar in voltages andconductance values. It displays conductance values in mhos ( ) or Siemens (S). Ampere hours (Ah) are a typical measurement of jar capacity; however, they are difficult tomeasurewithoutknowingthe loadtowhichthe jarssupplypower. Midtronics recommends that you compare test results to a conductance reference value. For more information about determining a reference value, refer to Chapter 3 in this manual.

Test rangeThe analyzer has an operating range of 0 to 20,000 S. This rangeincludesjarsthathaveabout5to6000amp-hour(Ahof reserve capacity.

Chapter 1: Analyzer Overview

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CEllTRON MaX Kit

CEllTRON MaX Tester

IR Printer

Tester cables with locking connectors for interchangeable probes and clamps

Collapsable Probe

Extenders

Tester cable storage

AC Adapter

USB Cable

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Data

Kit accessoriesItem Description

MAX Clamps 127 mm (5 in) clamps and 50.8 mm (2 in) openings with built-in LED lights

MAX Probes Cables with 152.4 mm (6 in) probes with rotating heads and 27.7 mm (0.5 in) tips for quick contact with large jar posts

Interchangeable Cable 139.7 mm (5.5 in) tester cables with locking connectors for interchangeable clamps and probes

Probe-extender kit Extension rods for reaching and testing jars in confined spaces

Midtronics printer with an AC adapter (120 Vac, 60 Hz)

Handheld printer with infrared receiver for data transmitted by the CELLTRON MAX; includes battery charger (output 10.2 Vdc, 800 mA) for charging the printer’s NiMH batteries

AC adapter, 120 Vac, 60 Hz(Optional adapter: 110 to 240 Vac, 50/60 Hz)

Charger for the analyzer’s internal NiMH battery pack (output 7.2 Vdc, 700 mA)

Spare NiMH battery pack 7.2 V, 2500 mAh NOTE: Apply sufficient force on the battery pack for the end clips to catch to the case.

USB Cable USB link from the CELLTRON MAX to a Windows-based computer

CELLTRAQ Single User CD & CMA CELLTRAQ Tester Interface CD

Software for managing test data

Fortechnicalassistanceandtopurchasereplacementparts,callMidtronicsCustomerService.(See“Patents,LimitedWarranty,Service.”)


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Infrared (IR) temperature sensor.

Infrared (IR) data transmitter for sending test data to an IR printer

Connector for clamps or probes cables

Pass/Warn/FailLEDindicatorlights

Display Screens

Soft Keys: Functionality will vary depending on the menu or test process.

Arrow keys for scrolling to preset selections or highlight-ing menus (t to scroll left through the icons, u to right).

Data Card: Interface

Hot Keys: Use to quickly access specific tester functions without navigating through the menu.

POWER button

NOTE: The analyzer will power down after ap-proximately 2 minutes of inactivity to conserve its battery pack.

11 USB ports (Thumb drive, and product updates)

12 ACpoweradapter/chargerport

Hot KeysEight Hot Keys are located on the bottom of the tester.

Hot Key FunctionQuick Test Use default jar voltage; Reports Mhos, Voltage

& TemperatureTest Test Jar / Strap using parameters in Internal

Flash• Test• List of Sites• List of Battery Plants• List of Strings

Volume Adjust speaker volumeMain Menu Return to Main Menu from present screenReTest Retest set of jar posts or straps just after you

test itSkip Jar Skip Jar during testing and apply default

values (0) for jar and strapsReports View Hierarchy, Trend, String Data, Jar Data;

Print String and Jar DataHelp Help on present screen; Hold for 3 seconds

and screens will rotate 180 degree

Connections and Data Ports

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User InterfaceThe CELLTRON MAX user interface is a icon-based system arranged in a series of menus. Menus may have several submenus or options to help you set up the analyzer for testing, automate portions of the test process, and manage test data. The settings contain factory defaults that you can overwrite using the keypad.

For more information, refer to the sections in the manual on selecting test parameters and utilities. The keys you use to enter data depend on the type of selections displayed. There are four types of selections you can make.

Menu IconsA menu icon is a graphical representation of a function you can select, such as the Battery Test Icon in the Main Menu. To select an icon, use the ARROW keys to highlight it. (The UP/DOWN () ARROW keys highlight icons vertically. The LEFT/RIGHT (tu) ARROW keys highlight icons horizontally.) When an icon is highlighted, the background is illuminated as shown in the figure above. To confirm your selection, press ENTER or select soft key item.

Option ButtonsSome lists have option buttons before each item. To select an item, use the UP () or DOWN () ARROW key to move the dot into the button next to the item you want and press NEXT to continue or save your selection.

Two soft keys are located at the top of the control panel. Their functions will vary depending on what mode the analyzer is in at the time.

Alphanumeric EntrySome selections require you to use the alphanumeric keypad. These“user-defined”selectionshaveadarkbackgroundwhenselected.

Use the ARROW keys to highlight the character on the character map that you want to select and press the ENTER key to select it. The character will appear on the lower screen. Repeat this process to complete the line. When you've completed the line, highlight the NEXT key to save your changes.

Scroll BoxesScroll boxes contain selections (usually numerical values) that extend above and below the box that contains them. To indicate that there are more values, the symbol appears to the right of the first visible item on the list.

Scroll ListsThe scrolling lists contain items that extend above and below the screen.

To select an item, use the UP () or DOWN () ARROW key to highlight the item, and press ENTER or the appropriate soft key.

Main MenuThe Main Menu contains the icons to access the tester's six sub-menus: SITE SETUP, RETEST, DMM, CQSYNC, UTILITIES SETUP,andBATTERYMANAGER.

Icon FunctionNew and Existing Site Setup

Upload and download hierarchy and measurement data

Retest chosen set of jar posts / straps

Digital multimeter (DC volts, AC volts, DC current, scope)

Battery Library Including Manufacturers, Model Numbers, and Conductance Reference

Update utility settings (i.e. thresholds, mode, date/time, etc)


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Site Setup

Use the SITE SETUP function to create new Site, Plant, and String hierarchies. You can also use SITE SETUP to manage existing hierarchies and test parameters.

Icon FunctionSelect the NEW icon to create a hierarchy of new Sites, Plants, and Strings as well as Test setup functions.

Select the EXISTING icon to access to existing Site, Plant, String, and Jar setups.

CQSync

The CQSync function allows you to upload, download and delete data from the tester's internal flash mem-ory as well as update the unit's internal software.

Icon FunctionUpload data to an external USB flash drive.

Download data from an external USB flash drive to the tester's internal memory

Deletes selected sites

Deletes all sites stored in the tester

Updates the tester software via an external USB flash drive.

DMM

With the DMM function the tester can serve as a digital multimeter. With it you can measure DC or AC voltage, and DC current.

Icon Function

Measures voltage within a range of 0 to 18 Vdc.

Estimates voltage within a range of 0 to 20 V peak-to-peak AC.

Voltage trace with time and frequency measurements.

Calculates the direct current flow through a circuit.

Utilities

Use the UTILITIES function to access and modify the internal test parameters and other user interface de-faults.

Icon FunctionUpdate Voltage, Temperature, and Conductance thresholds

Adjust tester date and time.

Select tester language options: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, and Arabic.Select between Auto Start and Manual Start

Adjust tester screen contrast level and backlight time.

Select how Strap Readings are powered: battery or tester.

View tester internal battery power status.

Adjust speaker volume levels

Select temperature units: Celsius or Fahrenheit

Set the voltage used for Quick Test.

Tests generator or vehicle starting battery.

Times and manages capacity test process.

To adjust between multi frequency and traditional mode (ULTRA MODE).

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Before you test a string

• Notethevoltageofthejars

• Determine a reference value

• Set options in the UTILITIES SETUP menu

• Set test parameters in the BATTERY SETUP menu

Reference values are average conductance values from a sampleofstrongjarssimilarinconditionandage.Generally,a sample of 30 new or healthy batteries is tested to obtain a value representative of a new online battery 90 days after installation. You can compare reference values to test results from a string. The differences between test results and reference values help you determine the string’s capacity to provide enough conductance for the load. Differences can reflect how a string was treated, installed, or maintained.

Determining A Reference Value

If you want a value specific to the string you are testing, Midtronics recommends that you create your own reference value. The following options are listed in the order you should take to obtain a reference value.

• Consult your company documentation for reference val-ues that were created for the string you are testing.

• Testa sampleof jars.Refer toTesting a sample of jars to establish a reference value in this chapter.

• Testthejarsinthestringandusethehighestconductancevalue as a reference value.

• UsetheaveragefromSTRINGSUMMARY after you test the string. Refer to Using the average in STRING SUMMARY in this chapter).

• Use REFERENCE DEVELOPER to determine a reference valuebasedonaselectedpercentageofjarsonthestringwith the highest conductance value.

• UsethereferencevalueintheBATTERYMANAGERdata-baseforthemodelofjaryouaretesting.Ifthemodelisnot in the database, contact the battery manufacturer or visit www.midtronics.com for a list of reference values for commonjartypes.

The reference values in STRING SUMMARY, BATTERYMANAGER,andonthewebsiteareonlyguidelines.Midtronicsupdates the website with new reference values when they are created.Ifyoucreateareferencevalueforajarmodel,e-mailthe value and information to [email protected] or fax it to 630-323-7752 (Attn: Reference value list).

Only test individual jars and/or batteries.Do not use the Celltron MAX to test across an entire string at one time.

IMPORTANT: Always test on the lead post for the most consistent results. To prevent lower measures, avoid tests on stainless-steel hardware or bolts.

• To protect its circuitry, the analyzer will not turn on if the clamps/probesareconnected in reversepolarity (redtonegative, black to positive).

• Power outages can affect test results. Do not test the string if a power outage occurred recently and the string is boost-charged.

Chapter 2: Reference Values


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Testing Sample Jars1. Chooseat least30 jars fromonemanufacturerwith the

same make, model, power rating, age (within 6 months), and service history.

2. Recordthisinformationaboutthejars:

• Jar manufacturer

• Model number

• Date of manufacture

• Date of installation

• Conditioninwhichthejaroperates,suchaschargevoltage (volts per cell), temperature, and DC currentthroughthejar

• Visible warnings, such as leaking acid, corrosion, or distortedjarcases

3. Testthejars.

4. Testonejarfivetimesinarowonfloatcharge.Conduc-tance results should be within ± 2% of each other.

NOTE: If the test results do not conform to this pattern, an electrical signal might be present in the system.

5. Calculate the average conductance of the jars. Do notinclude jars thatarehigheror lower than30%fromtheaverage because they might be outside an acceptable range.

String Summary averageIf you cannot obtain a reference value for a string, test the stringanduse theaverageconductancevalue (AVG.MHOS)intheSTRINGSUMMARYasyourreferencevalue.Ifjarsinthestringhavebeenreplacedrecently,testthenewjars,especiallyiftheycorrelatetotheHIGHjarvalueinSTRINGSUMMARY.

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After pressing ‘Site Setup’ on the Main Menu, the user is taken to the Site Setup screen which contains two options: ‘New’ and ‘Existing’. Data will be saved to In-ternal Flash.

New Site

Pressing ‘New’ will take the users through the screens for setting up a new hierarchy. ‘Create Site’ will be the first screen and default node names are listed below. The function on the bottom-left and bottom-right side of the screen is accessible from the F1 & F2 soft function keys.

Create Site1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW keys to highlight

the NEW SITE icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key. An alphanumeric keypad appears on the upper screen and a CREATE SITE screen is displayed on the lower screen.

2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the character on the character map that you want and press the ENTER key to select it. The character appears on the lower screen. Re-peat this process to complete the line.

3. When you've completed the line, press the NEXT soft key to save your changes and move on to the next screen or press the BACK soft key to return to go back one screen.

Create PlantOnce a new Site has been created, then you use the same procedure to create a new Plant.

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the character on the character map that you want to select and press the EN-TER soft key to select it. The character will appear on the lower screen. Repeat this process to complete the line.


Create StringOnce a new Plant has been created, then you use the same procedure to create a new String.



A TEST SETUP screen appears on the lower screen and with battery diagram that appears on the upper screen.

NOTE:GototheTESTSETUPsectioninthechap-ter for more information.

Existing Site

TheEXISTINGfunctionwillallowtomodifytheexist-inghierarchyofjarsstringsstoredinthetester'sinter-nal flash memory. You can also add Plants as outlined in the NEW SITE section of this chapter.

1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW keys to highlight theEXISTINGSITEiconandpresstheSELECT ITEM soft key.

Chapter 3: Site Setup


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The various plant, site, and string hierarchy appears on the upper and lower screens.

2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the Site or Plant that you want to edit and press the SETUP key. Depending on what you've highlighted, the CREATE PLANT or CREATE STRINGappearsonthelowerscreenandanalphanumerickeypad appears on the upper screen.

Create PlantOnce a new Site has been created, then you use the same procedure to create a new Plant.



Create StringOnce a new Plant has been created, then you use the same procedure to create a new String.



A TEST SETUP screen appears on the lower screen and a battery diagram appears on the upper screen.

If you've highlighted a string, the TEST SETUP screen appears on the lower screen.

Test SetupThe TEST SETUP function will let you edit the parameters and default information used by the tester during the testing process.

NOTE: Any existing test data stored in the internal flash memory will be erased if these parameters are edited.

String1. Use the ARROWkeystohighlightSTRINGandpressthe

ENTER key. An alphanumeric keypad appears on the up-perscreenandaCREATESTRINGscreen isdisplayedonthe lower screen.

2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight characters on the char-acter map that you want to select and press the ENTER soft key to select it. The character will appear on the low-er screen. Repeat this process to complete the line.


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Tech IDThe TECH ID function lets you edit the technican name used in the testing process.

1. From the TEST SETUP screen, press the ENTER key. An alphanumeric keypad appears on the upper screen and a EDIT TECH ID screen appears on the lower screen.

2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the character on the character map that you want and press the ENTER key to select it. The character appears on the lower screen. Re-peat this process to complete the line.

3. When you've completed the line, press the NEXT soft key to save your changes and return to save your changes and return to the TEST SETUP screen. Or press the BACK soft key to return to return to the TEST SETUP screen without saving any changes.

Number Of JarsUsethisoptiontodeterminethenumberofjarsineachstringbeing tested.

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight NUMBER OF JARS and press the ENTER key. A screen appears as shown below.

2. Use the ARROW keys to the highlight the numbers on the left side on the screen.

3. Press the ENTER key to select the number you've high-ligted. The number appears at the bottom of the screen next to NUM OF JARS:.

4. To step the NUM OF JAR number up or down by by one, highlight the "+" or "–" and press ENTER. The number ad-vances by one each time the ENTER button is press.

5. Use ARROW keys on the screen to move the cursor.

6. Press the F2 key to save your changes and return to the TEST SETUP screen.

Jar VoltageUseJARVOLTAGEtosetthevoltageofthejarsinastring.

1. Use the ARROWkeystohighlightJARVOLTAGEandpressthe ENTERkey.AnEDITJARVOLTAGEscreenappearsonthe lower screen.

2. Use the ARROWkeystoincreaseordecreasethejarvolt-age values. The range is between 2 and 16 volts in incre-ments of 2.

3. Press the ENTER key to save your changes and return to the TEST SETUP screen or press the BACK soft key to return to the TEST SETUP screen without saving any changes.

Threshold1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight THRESHOLD and press

the ENTER soft key.

2. The EDIT THRESHOLD screen with three options appears on the lower screen.

3. Use the ARROW keys to select the threshold you wish to edit and press the ENTER key. Or press the BACK soft key to return to the Main Menu without saving your chang-es..

Voltage Threshold1. Use the ARROWkeystohighlightVOLTAGETHRESHOLD

and press the ENTERkey.TheEDITTHRESHOLDVOLTAGEscreen appears on the lower screen.

2. Use the ARROWkeystoselectUPPERorLOWERVOLTAGETHRESHOLD and press the ENTER key.

3. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the thresh-old value.


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4. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to return one screen without saving any changes.

Temperature Threshold1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the TEMPERATURE

THRESHOLD and press the ENTER key. The EDIT THRESH-OLD TEMPERATURE screen appears on the lower screen.

2. Use the ARROW keys to select UPPER or LOWER TEMPER-ATURE THRESHOLD and press the ENTER key.



Conductance Threshold1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight CONDUCTANCE THRESH-

OLD and press the ENTER key. The EDIT THRESHOLD CONDUCTANCE screen appears on the lower screen.

2. Use the ARROW keys to select UPPER or LOWER CONDUC-TANCE THRESHOLD and press the ENTER key. .

3. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the conductance threshold percentage value you would like to change and press the ENTER key. The percentage value to the right is highlighted.

4. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the percent-age value by increments of one.

4. Press BACK to return to the EDIT THRESHOLD screen.

5. Press BACK again to return to the TEST SETUP screen.

Post Per Jar1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight POST PER JAR and press

the ENTER key. The EDIT POST PER JAR screen appears on the lower screen.


3. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to return to the TEST SETUP screen without saving any changes.

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Test ModeUse this option to determine the battery configuration in each string being tested.

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight TEST MODE and press the ENTER key. An EDIT TEST MODE screen appears on the lower screen.

2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight battery TEST MODE configuration and press the ENTER key.

ReferenceA reference value can be added by scrolling to the appropriate value, by choosing a pre-loaded model from the battery library, or by using the unit to calculate a value based upon internal analysis of the results.

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight REFERENCE and press the ENTER key.

A screen appears to establish the reference.

Use the ARROW keys to select the method for establishing the reference and press the ENTER key.

1) DEVELOP REFERENCE SELECTED

Reference is automatically determined from the string conductance measurements. Use ARROW keys to increment anddecrement%ofjarsvalueandpressENTER.

2) BATTERY LIBRARY SELECTED

Use ARROW keys to increment HIGHLIGHT THE BATTERYMANUFACTURER and press ENTER.

3) INPUT REFERENCE SELECTED

Use ARROW keys to increment or decrement reference value and press ENTER..

4) BASELINETESTINGSELECTED


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Test TypeUse this option to set conductance and voltage, voltage then conductance (a two step process to ensure float voltage accuracy), and voltage only.

TemperatureUse this option to set the units of measurement (Celcius or Farenheit).

AC RippleThis option sets the measurement for AC ripple detection.

DC Float VUse this option to input the float voltage of a string into the tester memory for recordkeeping.

DC Float AUse this option to input the float current of a string into the tester memory for recordkeeping.

SAVE AND TESTUse this option to save configuration into the tester memory and then to perform battery test.

SAVE AND CONTINUEUse this option to save configuration into the tester memory and then continue with testing.

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Chapter 4: CQ Sync

The CQ SNYC function enables you to upload data from the tester's internal memory to a removable USB-type flash drive. You can also use this function in reverse to download data into the tester's internal memory.

This function can also be used to delete a specific hierarchy or the entire contents of the tester's internal memory. Tester software updates are also performed using CQ SYNC. Refer to the Max Interface Manual for additional user information.

Upload

The UPLOAD function lets you upload data from the internal memory of the tester to an removable USB-type flash drive.

1. From the Main Menu use the ARROW keys to highlight the CQ SYNC icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.

2. Highlight the UPLOAD icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key. A TYPE screen with MEASURE and CAPACITY op-tions appears on the lower screen.

Measure

The MEASURE function lets you export measurement data from the internal flash memory in the tester and loaditontoaUSB-typejumpdrive.

NOTE: Measurement data can only be viewed using the Midtronics Celltraq® En-terprise Battery Asset Management System software. Contact your Midtronics sales rep-resentative for more information.

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the MEASURE icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.

A FLASH UPLOAD hierarchy of the sites available for data upload appears on the top screen and bottom screens of the tester.

2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the Site, Plant, or String you want to upload and press the UPLOAD soft key.

3. Insert the USB-type flash drive into the proper connecter located under the protective cover on the bottom of the tester.

4. Press the UPLOAD soft key to begin the data uploading process. The lower screen will display the CQ SYNC menu when the data upload has been completed.

Capacity

The CAPACITY function lets you export data tak-en from the capacity test manager and view it in a spreadsheet application such as Microsoft® Excel.

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the CAPACITY icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.


3. Press the SELECT ITEM soft key to begin the data trans-fer process. When the data transfer has been successfully completed, the lower display will return the the Site Setup Menu.

Download

The DOWNLOAD feature allows you to download data from a removable USB-type flash drive to the tester's internal memory.


2. Highlight the DOWNLOAD icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.

A FLASH UPLOAD hierarchy of the sites available for data upload appears on the top screen and bottom screens of the tester.

3. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the Site, Plant, or String you want to download and press the DOWNLOAD soft key.


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5. Press the DOWNLOAD soft key to begin the data down-loading process. The lower screen will display the CQ SYNC menu when the data upload has been completed.

Delete

The DELETE function allows you to delete specific site,plant,string,orjardatafromthetester'sinternalflash memory.


2. Highlight the DELETE icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.

A DELETE hierarchy of the sites available for data deletion appears on the top screen and bottom screens of the tester.

3. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the Site, Plant, or String you want to delete and press the ENTER key. A confirma-tion screen appears on the lower screen.

4. Press the DELETE soft key to complete the deletion or press the CANCEL soft key to return to the CQ SYNC menu.

Delete all

The DELETE ALL function allows you to delete all of thesite,plant,stringandjardatastoredinthetester'sinternal flash memory.


2. Highlight the DELETE ALL icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.

A confirmation screen appears on the lower screen.

4. Press the DELETE soft key to complete the deletion of all the internally-stored data or press the CANCEL soft key to return to the CQ SYNC menu.

Update (available on next release)

The UPDATE function let's you update the tester's internal operating system software from an external USB-typejumpdrive.


2. Highlight the UPDATE icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key. A confirmation screen appears on the lower screen.

3. Press the UPDATE soft key to begin the software update or press the CANCEL soft key to return to the CQ SYNC menu without updating the tester's internal software.

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Chapter 5: Retest Jar

Factors such as operating and site conditions, as well as manufacturer changes, can affect test results. If you accept results under adverse conditions, the his-tory of your maintenance routine might not be as ac-curate as it should be.

Toverifyresults,youcanretestasetofjarsorstrapsrightafteryou test them. Or you can test the rest of the string before you retestcertainjarsorstraps.

Retesting a Jar1. From the Main Menu highlight the RETEST icon and press

the SELECT ITEM soft key.

The hierarchy of the sites set up on the tester appears on the top screen with the available soft key options displayed on the bottom.

2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the desired Site and press the EXPAND soft key. Repeat this process to ex-pandthehierarchytoshowthejaryouwanttoretest.

3. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the desired jar andpress ENTER. A RETEST JAR screen appears on the lower screen.

All Test1. Use the ARROW keys to select ALL TEST and press TEST.

The tester will begin retesting the temperature, voltage, and conductance of the selected jar using the settingssaved in the Test Setup. During this time a representation ofthejarisdisplayedontheupperscreen.

When completed, the the results are displayed on the lower screen. The LED indicators at the top of the tester willalsoilluminatetoshowaFAIL/WARN/PASS.

2. Select PRINT to send the results to the IR printer or select EXIT to complete the retest and return to the Main Menu.

Volt & Conductance1. Use the ARROW keys to select VOLT & CONDUCTANCE

and press TEST. The tester will begin retesting the volt-age and conductance of the selected jar using the set-tings saved in the Test Setup. During this time a represen-tationofthejarisdisplayedontheupperscreen.


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When completed the results are displayed on the lower screen. The LED indicators at the top of the tester will also illuminatetoshowaFAIL/WARN/PASS.


Temperature1. Use the ARROW keys to select TEMPERATURE and press

TEST. The tester will begin retesting the temperature of theselectedjarusingthesettingssavedintheTestSetup.During this time the upper screen will remain blank.

When completed the results are displayed on the lower screen. The LED indicators at the top of the tester will also illuminatetoshowaFAIL/WARN/PASS.


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Chapter 6: DMM

The CELLTRON MAX features a DMM with four digi-tal meters including a DC Voltmeter, AC Voltmeter, Scope, and DC Current.

DC Voltmeter

The DC voltmeter measures from real-time DC volt-age from 0 to 18 Vdc. The voltmeter displays the volt-age as a value with an analog meter graphic.

1. From the Main Menu highlight the DMM icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.

2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the DC VOLTS icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key. The DC VOLTMETER screen appears on the lower screen. The actual measured value is displayed on the top screen.

3. Press the BACK soft key to return to the DMM Menu.

aC voltmeter

The AC voltmeter measures real-time AC voltage from 0 to 20 V peak-to-peak AC. The voltmeter displays mil-livolts as a value with an analog meter graphic.


2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the AC VOLTS icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.. The AC VOLTMETER screen appears on the lower screen. The actual measured value is displayed on the top screen.

3. Press the BACK soft key to return to the DMM Menu.

Scope

The scope is a voltmeter that provides a graph of voltage difference as it varies over time. It provides a real-time voltage trace with a range of 0 to 25 Vdc. Scope options include:

In the time display the horizontal axis is in seconds and the vertical axis is in volts.

The scope also enables you to print the voltage trace to the printer when you freeze the signal.


2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the SCOPE icon, and press ENTER. The SCOPE OPTIONS screen appears on the lower screen.

PrintSends the Scope results to the infrared printer.

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight PRINT

2. Press the ENTER key.


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Adjust Time/Div1. Use the ARROWkeystohighlightADJUSTTIME/DIVand

press the ENTER key.

2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the hori-zontal scaling value. Scaling options include 5ms, 10ms, 20ms, 50ms and100ms.

The changes to the horizontal scaling are reflected in the graph displayed on the top screen.

3. Press ENTER to save the new scale value or BACK to re-turn DMM menu without saving any changes.

FFT ModeThe top screen displays the horizontal axis is in hertz and the vertical axis is in volts.

1. Use the ARROWkeystohighlightCHANGETOFFTMODEto edit and press the ENTER key.

2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the hori-zontal scaling value. Scaling options include 5ms, 10ms, 20ms, 50ms and100ms.

The changes to the horizontal scaling are reflected in the graph displayed on the top screen.

3. Press ENTER to save the new scale value or BACK to re-turn DMM menu without saving any changes.

Autoscale Volts/DivWhen selected, the Autoscale funtion automatically rescales the graphic displayed on the top screen.

DC Current

The DC Current option calculates the DC current throughajarwhenconnectedtothejarpost.

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight DC CURRENT and press the ENTER key. The tester begins analyzing and measur-ing the DC current.

When the tester has completed the analysis, the calculated current is displayed.

2. Press BACK to return DMM menu.

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Chapter 7: Battery Manager

If there is no reference value for the string you are testing,youcanuseareferencevalueforthejarmod-elintheBATTERYMANAGERdatabase.

The BATTERY MANAGER also allows you to edit existingbattery manufacturer data or create new ones. You can also edit battery model parameters and conductance reference values.

1. With the ARROWkeys,highlighttheBATTERYMANAGERicon and press the ENTER key. The SELECT MANUFAC-TURER screen appears on the lower screen.

2. For an existing battery manufacturer, use the ARROW keys to scroll to the desired manufacturer and press EN-TER. For a new manufacturer, press the create button.

3. Proceed to one of the three options below:

Changing a Reference ValueUse this option to change the baseline reference value used fortesting.”

1. Use ARROW keys tohighlight BATTERYMANAGER, andpress ENTER.

2. Use ARROW keys to highlight a manufacturer (or USER VENDOR for an unlisted manufacturer), and press ENTER.

3. Use ARROW keys to highlight a model name.

4. Press ENTER to accept. BATTERY DETAIL screen appears. Use ARROW keys to highlight reference and press EN-TER.

5. EDIT REFERENCE screen appears. Use ARROW keys to increment or decrement the reference value. Press F2 to save.

adding Jar Model InformationThis option lets you add a jar or model to an existingmanufacturer in the Battery Manager.

1. With the ARROW keys, select a manufacturer and press the ENTER key.

2. Press F2 to create models.

3. Follow the onscreen prompts to insert the desired manu-facturer information.

4. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to go exit

without saving.

adding Battery Manufacturer Information1. SELECT MANUFACTURER screen.

Press soft key F2 to create a battery manufacturer.

2. With the ARROW keys, select MODEL.

An alphanumeric display keypad appears on the upper screen and a CREATE MODEL is displayed on the lower screen.

Then press F2 key to create model.

Use the alphanumeric entry and then press soft key F2.

3. Select TYPE

SELECT TYPE screen appears

Highlight Battery Type and press F2 soft key

CREATE REFERENCE screen appears

Use ARROW keys to change the reference value and press F2 soft key to save.


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Chapter 8: Utilities

The Utilities menu give you access to many of the de-fault settings used for the various testing routines as well as screen display settings and audible warnings.

Threshold

Selecting the THRESHOLDS icon enables you to set the percentages of the reference value below which ajarandstringmustfalltogenerateaWARNoraFAILnotice on the printed test results.

1. From the Main Menu highlight the UTILITY icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.

2. Highlight the THRESHOLD icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.

The various plant, site, and string hierarchy appears on the upper and lower screens.

NOTE: Voltage, Temperature, and Conduc-tancethresholdscanonlybeadjustedatthestring level.

3. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the string you want to set the threholds for and press the ENTER key.

EDIT THRESHOLD with three options appears on the lower screen.

4. Use the ARROW keys to select the threshold you wish to edit and press the ENTER key. Or press the BACK soft key to return to the Main Menu without saving your changes.

Voltage Threshold1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the voltage threshold

to edit and press the ENTER key.



Temperature Threshold1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the temperature thresh-

old to edit and press the ENTER key.



Conductance Threshold1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the conductance

threshold to edit and press the ENTER key.



Date/Time

The DATE/TIME optionwill let you edit the tester'sinternal date and time. The clock utility includes set-tings for the analyzer’s 24-hour internal clock and for the date and time, which are printed on test reports.

Although the date and time are set at the factory, you may need to make changes based on your time zone.

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NOTE: By default the format of the date and time (MM/DD/YYorDD/MM/YY)isdependentofthelan-guage chosen and cannot be changed with this utlity.


2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight theDATE/TIME icon,and press ENTER.TheEDITDATE/TIMEscreenappearsonthe lower screen.

3. Use the right or left ARROW keys to select the character you want to change.

4. Use the up or down ARROW keys to change the character or number.

5. Press the SAVE soft key to save your changes or the BACK soft key to return to the Main Menu without saving your changes.

language

The CELLTRON MAX can display screens and print re-ports using seven selectable languages including: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese,Japanese, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, and Arabic.


2. Use the ARROW keys tohighlight the LANGUAGE icon,and press ENTER.TheSELECTLANGUAGEscreenappearson the lower screen.

3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the desired language.


Mode

The MODE utility let's you determine if the tester au-tomatically tests the next battery in a sequence or stop and only proceed to the next battery when di-rected manually.

The MODE utility has two test-start modes. AUTO START starts atestautomaticallywhenyouconnecttothenextjarfromthejarresultsscreen.Thesettingallowsyoutokeepyourhandsfree to use probes.

When MANUAL START is selected, the tester will prompt you to press ENTERtobeginatestafteryouconnecttothejar.


2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the MODE icon, and press ENTER. The EDIT TEST-START MODE screen appears on the lower screen.

3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the desired setting.


Display

The Display screen settings are where you can edit the contrast level, backlight time, and power-off time out default settings.


2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the MODE icon, and press ENTER. The EDIT DISPLAY screen appears on the lower screen.

3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the parameter you want to edit.


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Contrast Level1. With the ARROW keys, highlight the CONTRAST LEVEL

option and press the ENTER key. EDIT CONTRAST LEVEL appears on the lower screen. The top screen displays a checkboard pattern you can use to preview your contrast setting.

2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the contrast level with 10 being the darkest and 1 the lightest.


Backlight Time1. This option turns off the screen illumination after a select-

ed period of time to conserve the analyzer’s battery pack. Use the ARROWkeystohighlighttheBACKLIGHTTIMEtoedit and press the ENTER key.

2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the BACK-LIGHT TIME


Time OutThe TIME OUT function conserves power by shutting down the tester after certain time interval has passed when the unit is not being used. Use the TIME OUT function to determine the amount of this time interval.

1. With the ARROW keys, highlight TIME OUT to edit and press the ENTER key.

2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the number of minutes.


Straps

You can choose how strap readings are powered with the options under the STRAPS icon.

Battery Option is used for combined battery conductance and strap resistance measurements.

CELLTRON MAX option is used for measuring strap resistance only.


2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the STRAPS icon, and press ENTER. TheEDITSTRAPREADINGSscreenappearson the lower screen.

3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the desired setting.


Internal Battery

Pressing INTERNAL BATTERY will display the Internal Battery screen which is where the user can view the charge status of the internal battery.


2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight INTERNAL BATTERY screen, then press the F2 soft key.

3. The internal battery screen appears. No changes can be made on this screen. Press the BACK soft key to return to the Main Menu.

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Speaker

The speaker function lets youadjustthespeakervol-ume level of the tester. When a different level is se-lected, the user will hear a tone which will help them decide if they have chosen their desired level.


2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the SPEAKER icon, and press ENTER. The EDIT SPEAKER volume screen appears on the lower screen.

3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the desired volume.


Temperature

Pressing TEMPERATURE will display the Temperature screen which is where the user can choose the de-fault temperature units and change the test mode for temperature.

Temperature can be measured once at the start of testing a stringofbatteriesoritcanbemeasuredforeveryjar.SelectCelsius or Fahrenheit as the unit of measure before setting your test parameters in BATTERY SETUP. The last saved TEMP selection becomes the default unit of measure.


2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the TEMPERATURE icon, and press ENTER. The EDIT TEMPERATURE screen appears on the lower screen.

3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the parameter you want to edit.

Units

1. Use the ARROW keys to select the temperature units you want to use and press the ENTER key.

2. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the desired temperature unit.


Test ModeThe settings under TEST MODE determine whether the tester shouldtaketemperaturemeasurementforeachjartestedoruse one temperature measurement for an entire string.

1. Use the ARROW keys to select TEST MODE and press the ENTER key.

2. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the desired tester setting.



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Quick Test

Pressing ‘Quick Test’ will display the Quick Test screen which is where the user can set the voltage that will be used for the Quick Test functionality.


2. Use the ARROW keys to select the TEST MODE and press the ENTER key. The EDIT QUICK TEST screen appears on the lower screen.

3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select between 2 and 16 volts to the desired Quick Test default setting.


Gen Batt

TheGENBAT function is designed toquickly test agenerator or fleet vehicle. Starting batteries are usu-ally rated in Cold Cranking Amps (CCA).

1. Use the ARROWkeystoselectGENBATandpresstheEN-TER key. TheCRANKINGBATTERYTESTscreenappearsonthe lower screen.

2. Use the up or down ARROWkeystoselectbetweenGEN-ERATOR BATTERY and FLEET VEHICLE.


Capac Mgr

TheCAPACMGRfunctionisdesignedtomanagetra-ditional capacity test process and assist in caputuring jarvoltagesduringthetestingprocess.

1. Use the ARROW keys to select the GEN BAT press theENTER key. The capacity test tool screen appears on the lower screen.

2. Use the ARROW keys to input the duration of the test.

3. Use the ARROWkeystoinputthenumberofjars.

4. Use the ARROW keys to input the desired interal for volt-age. The tester will begin testing the capacity test and sound an alert once the voltages have been successfully captured.

Multi SP

The MULTI SP selects MULTI-FREQUENCY mode or Traditional mode (ULTRA).

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight MULTI SCOPE option and press ENTER.

Use ARROW keys to select mode and press F2 soft key to save.

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Chapter 9: Hot Keys

Quick Test

The QUICK TEST hot key allows for a simple, single unit measure voltage and conductance check with any prior setup.

Test

The TEST hot key is simply a way to quickly access the Test Menu.

Volume

TheVOLUMEhotkeyisusedtoadjustthetester'sin-ternal speaker volume.

Main Menu

UsetheMAINMENUhotkeytojumpdirectlytotheMain Menu screen at any time.

Retest

The RETEST hot key lets you quickly retest using the lastrecordedjar/measurementparameters.

Skip Jar

The SKIP JAR hot key inserts a placeholder without measurements into a string of battery tests.

Reports

Use the REPORTS hot key to go directly to the Reports Menu.

Help

The HELP hot key gives direct access to assistance and information for the testers active function.


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Chapter 9: Troubleshooting

The troubleshooting tips in this section will help you resolve most testing and printing problems. For problems with the printer, digital temperature gun, or the PC software application, refer to their manuals or call Midtronics Customer Service for assistance. (See Patents, Limited Warranty, Service.)

Screendoesnotpoweronduringtesting(notext/graphics)

Checktheconnectiontothejar.

Thejarvoltagemightbetoolow(lessthan1volt)totest.

The analyzer’s battery pack might need to be recharged or replaced.

Recharging the analyzer battery packRecharge the analyzer battery pack if:

The display does not turn on when you press the POWER button.

The screen displays:

**Warning** Internal Battery Low!

Replace Batteries Soon!

1. Insert the AC adapter plug into the connector as shown in Display, keypad, and connections in Chapter 2.

2. Connect the power of the AC adapter to an AC outlet.

3. Periodically turn on the analyzer and check if the charge level indicator is black. When the battery pack is fully charged, disconnect the adapter from the analyzer and the AC outlet.

NOTE: The maximum charge time is 3 to 4hours. Do not overcharge.

Replacing the analyzer battery packIf the screen does not power on after recharging, replace the battery pack.

1. Press battery pack end tabs and pull battery pack.

2. Replace with charged battery pack.

If the problem persists, call Midtronics Customer Service. (See Patents, Limited Warranty, Service.)

Probe tip is bent or stops retractingTo replace a damaged a probe tip:

1. Grasptheprobetipwithpliersatthetopofthesleeve.

Do not damage probe when removing from sleeve.Grasping the sleeve that encases the probe tip can damage the tip.

2. Pull the tip straight out.

3. Graspthereplacementtipwiththepliersandinsertitintothe sleeve.

4. Push the probe tip into a soft surface, such as cardboard, until it hits the bottom of the sleeve.

NOTE: To obtain replacement tips, contact Midtronics Customer Service. (See Patents, Lim-ited Warranty, Service.)

Test FailureIf the analyzer fails to advance to the next jar count, try toretest.

Ensure clamps are connected and LEDs are off.

Test results do not print or print incorrectly Check that the printer is on

Check that the tester IR transmitter are aligned

Check printer batteries

Flourescent lights can affect IR transmission. Remove the tester from any flourescent lights and re-transmit.

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PRINTER STaTUS lEDWhen a printer fault occurs, the STATUS LED flashes. You can identify the fault by the number of sequential flashes:

Solutions If the IR transmitter and receiver are not aligned, all the

data may not print. The infrared ports on the top of the analyzer and on the printer (below the MODE button) should be pointed directly at each other. The maximum distance for reliable transmission between the ports is 18 inches (45 cm).

To realign, press the BACK key to cancel the print. Verify align-ment between the analyzer and printer; then try to print the test results again.

If themessagePRINTINGappearsonthescreen,butnodata are printing, press the BACK key to cancel the print. Turn off the printer and charge the printer battery for at least 15 minutes before attempting to print again. Align the analyzer and printer IR transmitters and print again.

Make sure the printer is on. The printer shuts off after two minutes of inactivity to conserve the battery. To turn the printer on, briefly press the MODE button. The green STATUS light should turn on. Make sure you are using the Midtronics printer provided with the CELLTRON MAX. Oth-er printers may not be compatible.

Directsunlightinterfereswithinfrareddatatransmission/receiving. If the printer is not receiving data, remove the printer and the CELLTRON MAX from direct sunlight. If the printed characters are not clear or are partially missing, recharge the battery and reprint.

Verify that a compatible communications protocol is selected in the printer setup. IrDA Mode is compatible withtheMidtronicsprinter(“IRDAPhysicalLayer”ontheprinter’s self-test printout). Refer to the printer manual for information.

If you are unable to print after ensuring the analyzer is functioning, the printer is on, the batteries are good, and the IR transmitter and receiver are aligned, see the printer manual for further instructions or call Midtronics. (See Patents, Limited Warranty, Service.)

PatentsThe CELLTRON ULTRA Universal Stationary Battery Analyzer is made in the U.S.A. by Midtronics, Inc. and is protected by one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 6633165; 6623314; 6621272; 6597150; 6586941; 6566883; 6556019; 6544078; 6534993; 6507196; 6497209, 6495990; 6469511; 6466026; 6466025; 6465908; 6456045; 6445158; 6441585; 6437957; 6424158; 6417669; 6392414; 6377031; 6363303; 6359441; 6351102; 6332113; 6331762; 6329793; 6323650; 6316914; 6313608; 6313607; 6310481; 6304087; 6294897; 6294896; 6262563; 6259254; 6249124; 6225808; 6222369; 6172505; 6172483; 6163156; 6137269; 6104167; 6091245; 6081098; 6051976; 6037777; 6037751; 6002238; 5945829; 5914605; 5871858; 5831435; 5821756; 5757192; 5656920; 5598098; 5592093; 5589757; 5585728; 5583416; 5574355; 5572136; 5469043; 5343380; 5140269; 4912416; 4881038; 4825170; 4816768; 4322685; 3909708; 387391; and 387391. Other U.S. and Foreign patents issued and pending. This product may utilize technology exclusively licensed to Midtronics, Inc. by Johnson Controls, Inc. and/or Motorola, Inc.

Limited WarrantyThe CELLTRON MAX is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase. Midtronics will, at our option, repair or replace the unit with a remanufactured unit. This limited warranty applies only to the CELLTRON ULTRA analyzer, and does not cover any other equipment, static damage, water damage, overvoltage damage, dropping the unit, or damage resulting from extraneous causes including owner misuse. Midtronics is not liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of this warranty. The warranty is void if owner attempts to disassemble the unit or to modify the cable assembly.

ServiceTo obtain service, purchaser should contact Midtronics for a Return Authorization number, and return the unit to Midtronics freight prepaid, Attention: RA# ________. Midtronics will service the analyzer and reship the next scheduled business day following receipt, using the same type carrier and service as received. If Midtronics determines that the failure was caused by misuse, alteration, accident, or abnormal condition of operation or handling, purchaser will be billed for the repaired product and it will be returned freight prepaid with freight charges added to the invoice. Battery analyzer beyond the warranty period are subject to the repair charges in effect at that time. Optional remanufacturing service is available to return the tester to like-new condition. Out-of-warranty repairs will carry a 3-month warranty. Remanufactured units purchased from Midtronics are covered by a 6-month warranty.

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