Work Flow
BATTERY DIAGNOSIS WITH EXP-800 NI OR GR8-1200 NI
To diagnose and confirm the condition of the battery, use the following special service tools:
EXP-800 NI Battery and electrical diagnostic analyzer
GR8-1200 NI Multitasking battery and electrical diagnostic station
note
Refer to the applicable instruction manual for proper battery diagnosis procedures.
BATTERY DIAGNOSIS WITHOUT EXP-800 NI OR GR8-1200 NI
OVERALL SEQUENCE
DETAILED FLOW
1.
VISUAL INSPECTION
Check battery case for cracks or bends.
Check battery terminals for damage.
Are these inspection results normal?
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Replace battery. Refer to
Removal and Installation
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2.
CAPACITY TEST
Check battery voltage.
Is the voltage 12.35 V or more?
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3.
LOAD TEST
Check battery type and determine the specified current using the table.
Type
Current (A)
L3–EFB
300
Read load tester voltage when specified discharging current flows through battery for 15 seconds.
note
Follow tool manufacturers operating instructions when performing load test.
Is the voltage 10 V or more?
Ready for use.
Replace battery. Refer to
Removal and Installation
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4.
CHARGE
Charge battery, following the instructions below:
Constant current charging may damage batteries. Therefore, charge battery by constant voltage charge mode with the maximum voltage set at 15 V.
Charge at least 6 hours or until the charge current becomes 4 amps or less.
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