Alpha CTE-1200 AT, CTE-2200 AT, CTE-3200 AT User Manual

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Celltron Essential

Stationary Battery Strings Analyzer

CTE-1200 AT; CTE-2200 AT;
CTE-3200 AT

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Table of Contents

Introduction ..................................................................................................... 1

Safety instructions .................................................................................................1

Important.............................................................................................................1

Guidelines ...........................................................................................................1

About the analyzer .................................................................................................1

Terminology ........................................................................................................1

Chapter 1: Description ................................................................................... 2

Specications .........................................................................................................2

Measurements ....................................................................................................2

Test capability ..................................................................................................... 2

Test range ...........................................................................................................2

Data storage .......................................................................................................2

Parts of the analyzer .............................................................................................3

Panels .................................................................................................................3

Parts on the panels .............................................................................................4

Menu options ..........................................................................................................4

Menus .................................................................................................................4

Main MENU ........................................................................................................4

1. SET PARAMETERS menu .............................................................................5

2. TEST BATTERY option ...................................................................................6

3. VIEW PARAMETERS menu ........................................................................... 6

4. PRINT RESULTS option .................................................................................6

5. VIEW RESULTS menu ...................................................................................6

6. EXPORT DATA option ....................................................................................7

7. CHANGE REF. option .....................................................................................7

8. UTILITIES menu .............................................................................................7

Chapter 2: Pre-testing .................................................................................... 9

Determining a reference value .............................................................................. 9

Reference values ................................................................................................9

Options ...............................................................................................................9

Testing a sample of jars .................................................................................... 10

Using the average in SITE SUMMARY ............................................................10

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Setting options in the UTILITIES menu .............................................................. 11

Introduction ....................................................................................................... 11

Options ............................................................................................................. 11

Accessing the UTILITIES menu........................................................................ 11

Setting the language (A. LANGUAGE) .............................................................12

Setting the date and time (B. DATE & TIME) ....................................................12

Setting the date and time format (C. SET DATE FORMAT) .............................12

Editing the site name (D. EDIT SITE NAME) .................................................... 12

Setting percentages for warnings and failings (E. SET WARN/FAIL %) ...........13

Setting the low voltage value (F. LOW VOLTS) ................................................13

Setting auto or manual start (G. AUTO START) ...............................................13

Adjusting the screen contrast (H. CONTRAST)................................................14

Return to the main MENU (I. MAIN MENU) ...................................................... 14

Setting values in the SET PARAMETERS menu ................................................14

Introduction .......................................................................................................14

Options .............................................................................................................14

Accessing the SET PARAMETERS menu ........................................................ 15

Selecting 1. SYSTEM VOLTS ..........................................................................15

Selecting 2. JARS ONLY or JARS AND STRAPS as a test point ....................15

Setting the site temperature (3. TEMP:) ...........................................................16

Setting the reference value (4. REF:) ...............................................................16

Setting the number of volts per jar (5. VOLTS/JAR) ......................................... 16

Selecting the battery to test (6. SELECT BATTERY)........................................17

Selecting the TEST BATTERY option ...............................................................18

Editing a vendor name (EDIT VENDOR NAME) ..............................................18

Adding or editing a model name (EDIT MODEL NAME) ..................................18

Chapter 3: Testing ........................................................................................ 19

Labeling jars and straps ...................................................................................... 19

Recommendations ...............................................................................................20

Recording jar information..................................................................................20

Labels for jars and straps .................................................................................20

Preparing to test ................................................................................................... 20

Introduction .......................................................................................................20

Requirements ...................................................................................................20

Selecting a cable ..............................................................................................20

Attaching the cable to the analyzer...................................................................21

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Determining a test pattern ................................................................................... 22

Introduction .......................................................................................................22

Setting the 2. TEST BATTERY option ..............................................................22

Attaching the cables ............................................................................................23

Introduction .......................................................................................................23

General rules ....................................................................................................23

Attaching the cable to jar posts.........................................................................23

Attaching the cable to a strap ...........................................................................24

Retesting jar posts or straps ..............................................................................25

Introduction .......................................................................................................25

Retesting after testing the jar post or strap .......................................................25

Retesting after testing the site ..........................................................................25

Chapter 4: Test Results ................................................................................ 27

Viewing test results .............................................................................................27

Introduction .......................................................................................................27

Viewing test results ...........................................................................................27

Interpreting test results .......................................................................................28

SITE SUMMARY ..............................................................................................28

REVIEW DATA SET .......................................................................................... 28

Using the percentages of the reference value ..................................................28

Archiving test results ..........................................................................................29

Advantages of archiving ...................................................................................29

Printing test results ...........................................................................................29

Downloading Test Results ................................................................................30

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting ......................................................................... 31

Screen does not light during testing .................................................................. 31

Possible causes ................................................................................................31

Replacing the analyzer battery .........................................................................31

Replacing the fuse ............................................................................................31

Probe tip is bent or stops retracting ..................................................................32

Replacing a probe tip ........................................................................................32

Chapter 6: Specications ............................................................................ 33

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Guide to Tables and Figures

Table 1. Parts of the panels ...........................................................................4

Table 2. SET PARAMETERS menu options ..................................................5

Table 3. VIEW RESULTS menu options ........................................................6

Table 4. UTILITIES menu options .................................................................8

Table 5. Advantages of cables.....................................................................21

Table 6. Strength of the site.........................................................................29

Figure 1. Front, back, and top panels............................................................3

Figure 2. Test pattern and labels of jars and straps on 2 strings .................19

Figure 3. Attaching the cable to the analyzer ..............................................21

Figure 4. Connection between positive and negative posts ........................22

Figure 5. Attaching the cable to jar posts ....................................................23

Figure 6. Attaching the cable to a strap .......................................................25

Figure 7. REVIEW DATA SET values ......................................................... 28

Figure 8. Top of Analyzer .............................................................................29

Figure 9. Sample of a printout ....................................................................30

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Introduction

This manual provides descriptions and operating instructions for the Midtronics Celltron Essential
CTE-1200 AT, CTE-2200 AT and CTE-3200 AT stationary battery string analyzers. It helps you
understand the parts of the analyzer and how to use it to test batteries.

Safety instructions

Important

Read the instructions below before you operate the analyzer.

Guidelines

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

• Wear safety glasses or a face shield.

• Wear protective rubber gloves.

• Wear a protective apron or shop coat.

• Perform only service work for which you have been trained.

• Do not disconnect battery cables from power systems without authorization

for the length of time needed to complete testing.

• Avoid placing yourself into a circuit.

• While in contact with the battery, avoid contact with frame racks and

adjacent hardware that may be grounded.

About the analyzer

Terminology

The analyzer and manual use the term “jar,” an international term for “battery.”

A string is a series of jars connected together by straps to provide power as a whole.

A site is a location with batteries to be tested. A site can consist of one or more strings.

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Chapter 1: Description

The Celltron Essential is a stationary battery string analyzer that measures the conductance and
voltage of individual strings of three-cell (6 V) and six-cell (12 V) stationary, lead-acid jars to help
identify those that:

• Are good

• Are serviceable

• Need to be replaced

Specications

Measurements

The analyzer measures the status of a jar in voltage and conductance values. It displays conductance
values in siemens (S). Ampere hours (Ah) are a typical measurement of jar capacity; however, they

are difcult to measure without knowing the load to which the jars supply power.

Midtronics recommends that you use a reference value to compare the conductance value to the test
results. A reference value is a typical conductance value for the type of jars you are testing. For more
information about determining a reference value, refer to “Chapter 2: Pre-testing.”

Test capability

The analyzer tests jars that are providing power to a load (in-service) or those that are not providing
power (not in-service).

Test range

The analyzer has an operating range of 0 to 9999 S. This range includes jars that have about 5 to 2400
Ah of reserve capacity.

Data storage

The analyzer has 12 site partitions for storing data. Each site partition holds data for 4 battery strings
within the site.

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Parts of the analyzer

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Panels

The panels allow you to use, care for, and hook up the analyzer. Figure 1 displays the front, back, and
top panels of the analyzer and their parts.

Figure 1. Front, back, and top panels

Screen

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DOWN

ENTER

RETEST

MENU

Battery door

Front

Infrared light

Screw holes

Fuse holder

Top

Cable port

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Back

Parts on the panels

Table 1 describes the parts of the panels.

Table 1. Parts of the panels

Part Description

Screen Displays menus, options, and test results.

UP Enables you to scroll up in a menu or number selections.

DOWN Enables you to scroll down in a menu or number selections.

ENTER Moves to the option you select or enters number selections.

RETEST Opens a menu with options to retest the jar or strap you just tested.

MENU Turns the analyzer on and off.

Battery door Covers the analyzer battery compartment.

Infrared light Transfers data from the analyzer to the printer, or to another IR receiver.

Screw holes Enables screws to anchor the cable to the analyzer.

Cable port Connects the probes or clamps to the analyzer.

Fuse holder Houses the fuse for the analyzer.

Menu options

Menus

The analyzer displays menus on the screen from which you can select options before, during, and
after testing. You can access options from the main MENU.

Main MENU

To access the main MENU, press and hold the MENU button. The main MENU displays these options:

1. SET PARAMETERS

2. TEST BATTERY

3. VIEW PARAMETERS

4. PRINT RESULTS

5. VIEW RESULTS

6. EXPORT DATA

7. CHANGE REF.

8. UTILITIES

NOTE: If the analyzer was last used while

in UTILITIES mode, that will be the rst
menu displayed when you turn the unit
back on. To return to the main MENU,
scroll to I. MAIN MENU and press ENTER.

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Note: All main MENU choices (except UTILITIES)

lead to a list of sites, from 01. to 12.

SELECT SITE

Option 13. ALL SITES (available for 1, 4, 6 and 7 only--

SET PARAMETERS, PRINT, EXPORT, or CHANGE REF)

allows you to apply the option to all 12 sites.

01. SITE 01

02. SITE 02

03. SITE 03

1. SET PARAMETERS menu

The SET PARAMETERS menu allows you to set values for a site so it is ready to test. If you do not, the
analyzer tests the string against the last setting used.

The screen displays these options, along with their currently specied values, as described in Table 2:

1. SYSTEM VOLTS 36V

2. JARS ONLY

3. TEMP 25°C

4. REF 1000 S

5. VOLTS/JAR 12

6. SELECT BATTERY

7. MAIN MENU

Table 2. SET PARAMETERS menu options

Option Description

SYSTEM VOLTAGE The nominal number of volts in the system (36 or 48V). The default is 36 V.

JARS ONLY, or

JARS & STRAPS

TEMP

REF

VOLTS/JAR Number of volts for a battery (6 or 12 V). The default is 12 V.
SELECT BATTERY Choose the battery you wish to test.
MAIN MENU Returns to the top menu.

• Jars (JARS ONLY)

• Cells and inter-cell connections of the site (JARS & STRAPS)

The default is JARS ONLY.

Temperature of the site. The analyzer compensates for temperature since
conductance measurements change with jar temperature. The analyzer
measures an absolute conductance value. However, it uses the TEMP
value to adjust the reference value you enter in REF. The percent is
compensated to 25 °C (77 °F). Compensation is adjusted at 0.7% per
degree Celsius between 0 °C and 35 °C.

The default is 25 °C (77 °F).

Reference value in siemens. For more information about reference values,
refer to “Determining a reference value.” The default is 1000 S.

A full description and instructions for the SET PARAMETERS menu is provided in “Chapter 2.
Setting Parameters.”

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2. TEST BATTERY option

The TEST BATTERY option allows you to test a jar after you connect the cables to the jar posts. If you
do not have the cables connected to the jar posts before you select TEST BATTERY, the screen prompts
you to connect to a jar.

3. VIEW PARAMETERS menu

The VIEW PARAMETERS menu displays the values you set up for a site under the SET PARAMETERS
menu. This menu allows you to view the parameters only. For descriptions of these options, refer to
“SET PARAMETERS menu.”

4. PRINT RESULTS option

The PRINT RESULTS option allows you to print test results for a site you tested.

5. VIEW RESULTS menu

The VIEW RESULTS option allows you to view test results
for a site you tested. When you select the site, the screen
displays the following options, described in Table 3:

Table 3. VIEW RESULTS menu options

Option Description

Lists these values as a summary of the site you tested:

• AVG. % — Average percentage of the reference value.

• AVG. SIEMENS: — Average conductance value.

SITE
SUMMARY

REVIEW DATA
SET

• TOTAL JARS: — Total number of jars you tested in the site.

• LOW: — Jar number with the lowest percentage of the reference value.

• HIGH: — Jar number with the highest percentage of the reference value.

• SITE — Average percentage of the site’s strings as compared to the jar in

the site with the highest conductance value.

Gives the following information for each Jar and Strap test:

• voltage

• conductance value

• number of the jar or strap

• percent of the reference value

• warning and failure indicators

03.

SITE 03

1. SITE SUMMARY

2. REVIEW DATA SET

3. MAIN MENU

The analyzer keeps the test results for a site until you erase the data.

Helpful hint: The RETEST button provides a shortcut to the REVIEW DATA SET screen.

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6. EXPORT DATA option

The EXPORT DATA option allows you to download test results through the infrared (IR) receiver to a
PC. You can export data for individual sites or for ALL SITES.

Note: For main MENU items 4, 5 and 6 (PRINT, VIEW, and EXPORT), if there

are no stored readings for the site chosen, the following screen will appear:

03.

SITE 03

0 Stored Read

CONTINUE

ings

Pressing ENTER returns to the main MENU.

7. CHANGE REF. option

The CHANGE REF. option allows you to change the reference value for a site without changing other
values in the SET PARAMETERS menu.

For more information about reference values, refer to “Determining a reference value” in Chapter 2.

8. UTILITIES menu

The UTILITIES menu allows you to set up preferences in the analyzer. The screen displays the
following options, described in Table 4:

A. LANGUAGE
B. DATE & TIME
C. SET DATE FORMAT
D. EDIT SITE NAME
E. SET WARN/FAIL %
F. LOW VOLTS
G. AUTO START
H. CONTRAST
I. MAIN MENU

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Table 4. UTILITIES menu options

Option Description

The screen displays three choices:

LANGUAGE

DATE & TIME Current date and time set in the formats from the SET DATE FORMAT option.

SET DATE FORMAT

EDIT SITE NAME Name of the site, which you can edit with up to 12 numbers or characters.

SET WARN/FAIL %

1. ENGLISH

2. ESPAÑOL

3. FRANÇAIS

Formats for the date and time:

• MM/DD/YY (month/day/year) with a 12-hour clock, or

• DD/MM/YY (day/month/year) with a 24-hour clock

The default is the current date and time in Central Standard Time (CST).
The default format is MM/DD/YY with a 12-hour clock.

Percentages of the reference value for a jar and site that are thresholds to
indicate test results that fall below them. A ? is displayed as a warning, and
a ! is displayed if the jar or site is failing.

The defaults shown below are recommended values for jars and sites that
are in-service:

• JAR FAIL: <60%

• JAR WARN: <70%

• SITE FAIL: <60%

• SITE WARN: <70%

Threshold amount of low voltage for a site. The defaults are:

LOW VOLTS

AUTO START Toggles between AUTO START and MANUAL START.

CONTRAST Contrast between the screen and text.

• 6.1 V for a 6 V jar 6.10 V

• 12.6 V for a 12 V jar 12.20 V

The analyzer will use a ! to indicate a value below this threshold.

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Chapter 2: Pre-testing

Before you test a site with the analyzer, you need to:

• Determine a reference value

• Set options in the UTILITIES menu

• Set values in the SET PARAMETERS menu

Note: Make sure the jars you are testing are 6 or 12 V jars.

Determining a reference value

Reference values

Reference values are average conductance values from a sample of strong jars similar in condition
and age. You can compare reference values to test results from a site. The differences between
test results and reference values help you determine the capacity of the site to see if it is providing

enough conductance for the load. Differences can reect how a site’s strings were treated,

installed, or maintained.

Options

Midtronics recommends that you create your own reference values for a site to get values specic to

the site you are testing. For this reason, the following options are listed in the order you should take to
obtain a reference value.

To obtain a reference value for a site:

1. Consult your company documentation for previous reference values that were
created for the site you are testing. If you do not have previous reference values
for the site, do step 2.

2. Test a sample of jars. Refer to “Testing a sample of jars.” If you cannot test a
sample of jars, do step 3.

3. Test the jars in the site that you need to test with the analyzer and use highest
conductance value as a reference value. If you cannot test the jars for a reference
value, do step 4.

4. Use the average from SITE SUMMARY after you test the site. Refer to “Using

the average in SITE SUMMARY.”

5. Contact the jar manufacturer or Midtronics for a list of reference values for
common jar types. Visit our website at: www.midtronics.com

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Note: The reference values from SITE SUMMARY and the website are

guidelines only. Midtronics updates the website with new reference values
as they are created. If you create a reference value for a jar model, e-mail the
value and information to [e-mail] or fax it to 630. 323. 7752
(Attn: Reference value list).

Testing a sample of jars

To test a sample of jars for a reference value:

1. Choose at least 30 jars from one manufacturer with the same make, model,
power rating, age (within 6 months), and service history.

2. Record this information about the jars:

• Jar manufacturer

• Model number

• Date of manufacture

• Date of installation

• Condition the jar operates in, such as charge voltage (volts per cell),

temperature, and DC current through the jar

• Visible warnings, such as leaking acid, corrosion, or distorted jar cases

3. Test the jars. Refer to “Chapter 3: Testing.”

4. Test one jar ve times in a row on oat charge. You should get the same

conductance result.

Note: If the test results do not conform to this pattern, an electrical

signal might be present in the system.

5. Figure the average conductance of the jars.

Note: Do not include jars that are higher or lower than 30% from the

average because they might be outside an acceptable range.

Using the average in SITE SUMMARY

If you cannot obtain a reference value for a site, test the strings in the site and use the average
conductance value (AVG. SIEMENS) in the SITE SUMMARY menu as your reference value.

If jars in the site have been replaced recently, test the new jars, especially if they correlate to the

HIGH jar value in SITE SUMMARY.

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Setting options in the UTILITIES menu

Introduction

Before testing, you can set the options in the UTILITIES menu. If you do not set up values for the site
in this menu, the analyzer uses the defaults when you test the site. For information about the defaults
and descriptions of the values in the UTLITIES menu, refer to “Menu options” in Chapter 1.

Options

In the UTILITIES menu you can:

• Select a language (A. LANGUAGE)

• Set the date and time (B. SET DATE & TIME)

• Set the date and time format (C. SET DATE FORMAT)

• Edit the site name (D. EDIT SITE NAME)

• Set percentages for warnings and failings (E. SET WARN/FAIL %)

• Set the low voltage value (F. LOW VOLTS)

• Toggle between (G.) AUTO START and MANUAL START

• Adjust the screen contrast (H. CONTRAST)

• Return to (I. MAIN MENU)

Accessing the UTILITIES menu

To access the UTILITIES menu:

1. Press and hold the MENU button until the analyzer powers on.

MIDTRONICS

MENU

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© 2003 MIDTRONICS

2. Press or  to scroll to 8. UTILITIES in the main MENU and press ENTER.

MENU

7. CHANGE REF.

8. UTILITIES

1. SET PARAMETERS

1. SET PARAMETERS

2. TEST BATTERY

3. VIEW PARAMETERS

UTILITIES

A. LANGUAGE

B. DATE & TIME
C. SET DATE FORMAT

Note: If you select an option you do not want to change, press ENTER

to return to the UTILITIES menu.

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Setting the language (A. LANGUAGE)

The default is ENGLISH. To set the language.

1. Pressor  to scroll to A. LANGUAGE in the

UTILITIES menu and press ENTER.

2. Press or  to scroll to the language you want

LANGUAGE

1. ENGLISH

2. ESPAÑOL

3. FRANÇAIS

and press ENTER.

Setting the date and time (B. DATE & TIME)

The default is the current date and time in Central Standard

SET DATE & TIME

Time (CST). To change the date and time on the analyzer:

09/27/04

1. Press or  to scroll to B. DATE & TIME

10:07 AM

in the UTILITIES menu and press ENTER.

2. Press or  to select the number of the month,
day, year, hour, minutes, and AM or PM and press ENTER after each selection.

Setting the date and time format (C. SET DATE FORMAT)

The default format is MM/DD/YY with a 12-hour clock. To set the date and time format in the analyzer:

1. Press or  to scroll to C. SET DATE FORMAT
in the UTILITIES menu and press ENTER.

2. Press or  to select

MM/DD/YY (month/day/year) with a 12-hour clock, or
DD/MM/YY (day/month/year) with a 24-hour clock.

SET DATE FORMAT

MM/DD/YY
1:00 PM

Press ENTER to return to the UTILITIES menu.

Editing the site name (D. EDIT SITE NAME)

To edit the name of a site:

EDIT NAME

1. Press or  to scroll to D. EDIT SITE NAME
in the UTILITIES menu, and press ENTER.

01. SITE 01

2. Press or  to scroll to the site you want to change.
You can also select 13. ALL SITES, to change the name of all 12 sites.

3. Press or  to scroll through the letters, numbers, and symbols for each character in the
name. Press ENTER to select the character and move to the next space.

Notes: Site names can be up to 12 characters long. When you are done

entering characters, press ENTER to ll the rest of the name with spaces
until the UTILITIES menu is displayed.

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Setting percentages for warnings and failings (E. SET WARN/FAIL %)

To set percentages for warnings and failings:

1. Press or  to scroll to E. WARN/FAIL % in the UTILITIES menu and press ENTER.

2. Press or  to scroll to the site you want to change.

3. To set WARN and FAIL percentages for the jars in
the site, press or  and press ENTER after each

selection. Press ENTER to move to the next parameter,

PERCENT REFERENCE:

WARN % 70
FAIL % 60

the WARN and FAIL percentages for the site.

4. To select the WARN and FAIL percentages for the site,
press or , and press ENTER after each selection.

Press ENTER again to return to the UTILITIES menu.

PERCENT REFERENCE:

WARN % 70
FAIL % 60

Setting the low voltage value (F. LOW VOLTS)

The low voltage value depends on the number of cells per jar:

Jar Voltage Number of cells Min. Range Max. Range

6 V 3 3 V 7.5 V

12 V 6 6 V 15 V

To set the low voltage value for the jars in a site:

SET LOW VOLTAGE

1. Press or  to scroll to F. LOW VOLTS in
the UTILITIES menu and press ENTER.

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SITE

2. Press or  to scroll to the site you want to change.

3. Press or  to select a low voltage value (in 10 mV) for the jars in the site. Press ENTER.

Setting auto or manual start (G. AUTO START)

In AUTO START mode the test will start automatically when you connect to the jar. In MANUAL

START mode the analyzer will prompt you to press ENTER to start a test after you connect to the

jar. AUTO START is the factory default.

CONNECTION MODE

To toggle between AUTO and MANUAL START:

AUTO START

1. Press or  to scroll to G. AUTO START in the

UTILITIES menu and press ENTER.

MANUAL START

2. Press or  to select AUTO START or MANUAL START. Press ENTER.
The UTILITIES menu will reect your choice until you change it again.

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Adjusting the screen contrast (H. CONTRAST)

To change the screen contrast:

1. Press or  to scroll to H. CONTRAST in
the UTILITIES menu and press ENTER.

CONTRAST

LOWER HIGHER

TO SET

2. PressPress  to decrease or  to increase the screen shade.

Return to the main MENU (I. MAIN MENU)

Scrolling to this option and pressing ENTER takes you back to the top, or main MENU.

Setting values in the SET PARAMETERS menu

Introduction

Before testing a site, you need to enter its test parameter values. Look at the test parameter settings
to determine whether they are correct for your application. If you do not set values for the site in this
menu, the analyzer uses the defaults when you test the site.

For information about the defaults and descriptions of the parameter values in the SET PARAMETERS
menu, refer to “Menu options” in Chapter 1.

Note: When you set the values in this menu for a site and then test batteries,

you cannot change settings without rst deleting the test results for the site.

If you have set parameters for a site, or if you do not need to make changes and are ready to test it,
refer to “Chapter 3: Testing.”

Options

After you access the SET PARAMETERS menu, you can:

• Set system volts (1. SYSTEM VOLTS)

• Select the test points (2. JARS ONLY or JARS AND STRAPS)

• Set the site temperature (3. TEMP:)

• Set the reference value (4. REF:)

• Set the number of volts per jar (5. VOLTS/BATTERY:)

• Select the manufacturer and model of the batteries to be tested (6. SELECT BATTERY)

• Return to main MENU (7. MAIN MENU)

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Accessing the SET PARAMETERS menu

To access the SET PARAMETERS menu:

1. Press and hold the MENU button.

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Note: If a menu other than the main MENU is displayed, press

1. SET PARAMETERS

2. TEST BATTERY

3. VIEW PARAMETERS

MENU

or  to scroll to the MAIN MENU option and press ENTER.

2. Press ENTER to select 1. SET PARAMETERS.

3. Pressress or  to scroll to the site you are setting up. SelectSelect 13. ALL SITES to make the
selections apply to all 12 sites.

Selecting 1. SYSTEM VOLTS

1. Press or  to scroll to selection 1 in the SET PARAMETERS and press ENTER.

01.

SITE 01

PARAMETERS

1. SYSTEM VOLTS 36

2. JARS & STRAPS

SYSTEM VOLTS

36

VOLTS PER STRING

Selecting 2. JARS ONLY or JARS AND STRAPS as a test point

You can congure the Alpha Celltron Essential to test jars or individual cells and inter-cell
connections of the strings in the site. To change the test point mode:

1. Press or  to scroll to selection 2 in SET PARAMETERS, and press ENTER.

(JARS ONLY is the factory default.)

01.

SITE 01

PARAMETERS

1. SYSTEM VOLTS 36

2. JARS ONLY

SELECT TEST

JARS AND STRAPS
JARS ONLY

2. Press or  to scroll to JARS ONLY or JARS AND STRAPS, and press ENTER to select.

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Setting the site temperature (3. TEMP:)

To set the temperature of the site:

1. Use the temperature sensor to measure the temperature of one of the jars in the site.

2. Press or  to scroll to selection 3. TEMP: in the SET PARAMETERS and press ENTER.

SET TEMPERATURE

25 °C 77 °F

3. Press or  to select the temperature in either Celsius or Fahrenheit and press ENTER.
Temperature will convert automatically to Celsius or Fahrenheit as you set it.

Note: Temperature will always be shown in Celsius in the SET PARAMETERS menu, and on prinouts.

Setting the reference value (4. REF:)

To set a reference value:

SET REFERENCE

600

SIEMENS

1. Press or  to scroll to 4. REF: in SET PARAMETERS and press ENTER.

2. Press or  to select the reference value for the site you are testing and press ENTER.

Note: You can also set a reference value in the 6. CHANGE REF option in the main MENU.

For information about determining a reference value, refer to “Determining a reference value.”

Setting the number of volts per jar (5. VOLTS/JAR)

To set the number of volts per jar:

SET VOLTS/JAR

12

VOLTS PER JAR

1. Press or  to scroll to 5. VOLTS/JAR in SET PARAMETERS menu and press ENTER.

2. Press or  to scroll to 6 or 12 VOLTS PER JAR and press ENTER to select.

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Selecting the battery to test (6. SELECT BATTERY)

To select the jar you want to test:

1. In SET PARAMETERS menu, press or  to scroll to 6. SELECT BATTERY and press ENTER.

SELECT VENDOR

ALPHACELL
OTHER

Press or  to scroll to ALPHACELL or OTHER and press ENTER to select model.

SELECT MODEL

85GXL

165GXL-3
165GXL-4

3. Press or  to select model the model of the jars and press ENTER:

SET REFERENCE

600

SIEMENS

4. Press or  to select the reference value for the string, and press ENTER.

Note: If you set the reference value in “Setting a reference value
(REF:),” verify that the value is correct and press ENTER.

LOADING BATTERY DATA

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Note: If the vendor or the model for the jars you are testing is not in the list of names, you

DEFINE BATTERY

1. TEST BATTERY

2. EDIT VENDOR NAME

3. EDIT MODEL NAME

can enter new vendors or models in those locations that contain only dots (or periods),
as shown below. For more information, refer to “Editing a vendor name” or “Adding or

editing a model name.”

SELECT MODEL

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Selecting the TEST BATTERY option

After you complete the test setup by selecting parameters in the DEFINE BATTERY submenu, you have

the option of exiting and testing the site’s strings later, or testing immediately.

To begin testing immediately, pressress or  to select 1. TEST. The analyzer will prompt you to

connect to the rst jar to start the test with the saved settings. Refer to “Chapter 3: Testing.”

Editing a vendor name (EDIT VENDOR NAME)

To edit a vendor name:

1. Do the steps in “Selecting a jar (SELECT BATTERY).”

2. Select EDIT VENDOR NAME from the DEFINE BATTERY menu and press ENTER.

EDIT NAME

OTHER

3. Press or  to scroll through the letters, numbers, and symbols for each character in the
name and press ENTER after each selection.

Adding or editing a model name (EDIT MODEL NAME)

To add or edit a model name:

1. Do the steps in “Adding or editing a vendor name (EDIT VENDOR NAME).”

2. PressPressress or  to select EDIT MODEL NAME from the DEFINE BATTERY menu.

3. PressPressress or  to scroll through the letters, numbers, and symbols for each
character in the name and press ENTER after each selection.

Note: Vendor names and model names can be up to 18 characters long. When you

are done entering characters, press ENTER to ll the rest of the name with spaces
until you return to the DEFINE BATTERY menu.

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Chapter 3: Testing

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Testing a site requires consistent practice of the procedures in this section, and keeping records of the
test results. Midtronics recommends that you establish a testing routine to monitor conductance loss
and prevent failures.

Note: Power outages can affect test results. Do not test the site if a power

outage recently occurred and the site is boost-charged.

Labeling jars and straps

The analyzer assigns labels to strings, jars and straps based on the order in which you test them.

The analyzer labels a jar in its memory with the letter “J” and a strap with the letter “S.” It adds a

number that designates the jar within a string: 1 for the rst jar tested, 2 for the second, etc. The
analyzer deisgnates the order in which strings are tested by adding a letter: “A” for the rst string,

“B” for the second, etc.

For example, in the label “J02C,” “J” means you tested a jar, “02” is the second jar tested, and “C” is
the third string. Figure 2 shows an example of the labels for a jar and straps when testing from the left
to right.

Figure 2. Test pattern and labels of jars and straps on 2 strings

STRING B

STRING A

J01B S01B J03BJ02B S02B S03B J04B

J01A

S01A

J02A J03AS02A S03A J04A S04A

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Recommendations

Recording jar information

Because conductance values vary with such factors as age, temperature, and site conditions, record
the following information about the jars you are testing each time you test:

• Power load

• Physical condition of the jars

• Site condition

• Jar rating

For convenience, print the results for each test, make notes, and tape the printout to one of the jars.

Labels for jars and straps

To make sure the test results correlate to the same jar or strap each time you test, you should identify
the jars and straps at the site with a label to make sure the labels the analyzer uses are the same. For
information about how the analyzer labels jars and straps, refer to “Labeling jars and straps.”

Preparing to test

Introduction

To prepare for testing, you need to

• Select a cable

• Attach the cable to the analyzer

Requirements

To do these procedures, you need

• Flat-tip screwdriver

• Clamp or probe cables

Selecting a cable

You can use the probe cables (or optional clamp cable) for testing at a site.

To choose a cable:

1. Determine the type of testing you are doing:

• One or a few jars

• Jars and straps in a site

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2. From Table 5, select a cable type based on the type of testing you are doing.

Table 5. Advantages of cables

Probes Clamps (optional)

Quick testing of jars and straps in a site Retest without reconnecting

Make contact with small posts or straps

Attach to straps and post and free both
hands to use the analyzer keypad

3. When using the probe cable, do one of the following:

• Select AUTO START from the SET PARAMETERS menu to keep both

hands free to hold the probes.

• Have someone hold the analyzer while you connect the probes to
the jars during testing.

Attaching the cable to the analyzer

To attach the cable to the analyzer:

1. Insert the DB-9 connector at the end of the cable into the cable port at the
top of the analyzer. Refer to Figure 3.

2. Tighten the two screws on the sides of the DB-9 connector in the screw

holes on the analyzer with a at-tip screwdriver.

Figure 3. Attaching the cable to the analyzer

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Determining a test pattern

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Introduction

Before you attach the cable to the jar, you should determine a testing pattern to make testing a

consistent and uid process.

Step 1 in Figure 4 shows a connection between the positive and negative posts. Step 2 of the rst jar

of string A shows a connection between the negative post and the strap end attached to the next jar.
This connection ensures that you test the entire strap and its connections.

Steps 3 through 15 repeat steps 1 and 2.

Note: Each time you disconnect after a test, the analyzer will power off. When

you reconnect to the next jar post or strap, the analyzer will power up and be
ready to test the next jar or string in the sequence.

Figure 4. Connection between positive and negative posts

STRING B

STRING A

J01B S01B J03BJ02B S02B S03B J04B

J01A

S01A

J02A J03AS02A S03A J04A S04A

Setting the 2. TEST BATTERY option

After you determine a test pattern, you need to set the analyzer to test the site.

To set the TEST BATTERY option:

Jar cables

1. If the analyzer has timed out, press the MENU button for the MAIN menu.

MENU

1. SET PARAMETERS

2. TEST BATTERY

3. VIEW PARAMETERS

READY TO TEST

CONNECT TO BATTERY
J01A TO TEST

2. Press or  to scroll to 2. TEST BATTERY and press ENTER.

Note: You can also start a test by connecting to a jar when the analyzer is turned off.

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Attaching the cables

Introduction

After you turn on the analyzer and set the TEST BATTERY option, you are ready to test. To start testing

at a site, you need to attach the clamp or probe cables to the rst jar in the site.

Note: The gures in this section show probes connecting to the jar posts or

straps. However, you can connect the clamps in the same positions.

General rules

You should follow these guidelines when testing a jar:

• Do not place probes or clamps on stainless steel hardware, such as bolt heads,
washers, or threaded posts. Stainless steel hardware can yield low conductance
values. If you have to test on stainless steel, record it in your testing records.

• The jars might have grease on the terminals and connections to prevent
corrosion. You do not have to wipe off the grease before connecting the probes
or attaching the clamps.

• Test each jar in the same location or position. Changing the location of the test
point might vary test results.

Attaching the cable to jar posts

To attach the cable to the jar:

1. Press the black probe tip against the black (–) terminal. Refer to Figure 5.

Figure 5. Attaching the cable to jar posts

2. Press the red probe tip against the red (+) terminal.

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Screen if the analyzer is in MANUAL START:

BATTERY TEST

READY TO TEST
SITE 01 J01A
START TEST

3. If you selected MANUAL START when you set values in the UTILITIES menu, press ENTER

to start testing.

BATTERY TEST

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--SELF CALIBRATING--

The analyzer beeps twice when the test is done. If test results are under the values you set in the SET

PARAMETERS and UTILITIES menus, the analyzer also beeps longer for each of the following:

• Conductance value is below the reference value, and the percentage of

the reference is below the values for WARN or FAIL

• The voltage is below the LOW VOLTS value

• The voltage is above 2.5 volts per cell

• Four strings have been tested

4. Choose one of the following based on the type of testing you are doing:

• If you are testing jars only, test the next set of jar posts if you have more
than one set of posts or test the next jar in the string. Refer to the test
patterns in “Determining a test pattern.”

• If you are testing jars and straps, follow the steps in “Attaching the cable
to a strap.”

BATTERY TEST

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--AUTO RANGING--

Attaching the cable to a strap

To attach the cable to a strap:

1. Remove the red probe or clamp from the red (+) terminal.

2. Attach the red probe or clamp at the end of the strap above the black (–) terminal
on the next jar. Refer to Figure 6.

3. Test the jar connected to the jar you just tested. Follow the steps inest the jar connected to the jar you just tested. Follow the steps in “Attaching

the cable to jar posts.”

4. Repeat the steps in “Attaching the cable to jar posts” and “Attaching the cable
to a strap” until you are nished testing all the strings in the site.

5. Refer to “Chapter 4: Test Results” to view test results or “Retesting jar posts
or straps” to retest the set of jar posts or straps.

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Figure 6. Attaching the cable
to a strap

Retesting jar posts or straps

Introduction

You can retest jar posts or straps if you get test results you think are not accurate. Test results can vary
due to factors such as operating conditions, site conditions, or manufacturer changes. If you accept
results under these conditions, your maintenance routine might not have an accurate history.

You can retest a set of jar posts or straps right after you test them, or you can test the rest of the site
before you retest certain jar posts or straps.

Retesting after testing the jar post or strap

To retest a set of jar posts or a strap just after you test it, press RETEST while you are still connected.
The test results are displayed again for that jar post or strap.

In AUTO START, the retest will begin immediately.

Retesting after testing the site

To retest a set of jar posts or a strap after you have disconnected or after you test the entire site:

1. If still connected, remove the probes or clamps from the set of jar posts or strap.

2. Press and hold the MENU button to turn on the analyzer.

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1. SET PARAMETERS

2. TEST BATTERY

3. VIEW PARAMETERS

3. Press the RETEST button.

4. Select the site.

03. SITE 03

REVIEW DATA SET

13.24 V 860 S
J02B 86 % REF

Note: For information about this screen, refer to “Interpreting test results”

in Chapter 4.

5. Press or  to scroll through the test results to nd the set of jar posts or
strap you want to retest.

BATTERY TEST

CONNECT TO BATTERY
J01A TO RETEST OR
PRESS TO CANCEL

6. Press the RETEST button.

7. Follow the steps under “Attaching the cables” to retest the set of jar posts or strap.

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Chapter 4: Test Results

After you test a site, you can:

• View test results

• Interpret test results

• Archive test results

Viewing test results

Introduction

After you test a site, the analyzer saves the test results that are displayed on the screen. You can
view the test results for a site as many times as you want, until you either choose to erase the data or
attempt to change the test setup (in SET PARAMETERS), which will also erase your current test data for
that site.

Viewing test results

To view test results:

1. Press and hold the MENU button to access the main MENU.

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2. Press or  to scroll to VIEW RESULTS and press ENTER.

After selecting a site, you will see the options for viewing results.

MENU

4. PRINT RESULTS

5. VIEW RESULTS

6. EXPORT DATA

SELECT SITE

01. SITE 01

02. SITE 02

03. SITE 03

3. Choose one of the following options:

• To view a summary of averages
and high and low values, scroll to

SITE SUMMARY and press ENTER.

1. SET PARAMETERS

2. TEST BATTERY

3. VIEW PARAMETERS

MENU

03. SITE 03

1. SITE SUMMARY

2. REVIEW DATA SET

3. MAIN MENU

03. SITE 03

SITE SUMMARY

AVG % 92 %
AVG SIEMENS: 920

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• To view the test results as the analyzer
displayed them when you tested the site,
scroll to REVIEW DATA SET and press ENTER.

03.

REVIEW DATA SET

13.24V 860 S
J02B 86 % REF

SITE 03

Interpreting test results

SITE SUMMARY

The values in the SITE SUMMARY option are a summary of values, such as averages, from all jar posts
and straps you tested in the site.

For descriptions of these values, refer to “Menu options” in Chapter 1. To view all summary values in

SITE SUMMARY, press or .

REVIEW DATA SET

The values in the REVIEW DATA SET option are the test results for all jar posts and straps you tested in
the site. Figure 7 labels the values.

Figure 7. REVIEW DATA SET values

voltage

03. SELECT SITE 03

REVIEW DATA SET

13.24V 860 S

conductance value
in siemens

J02B 86 % REF

jar post or
strap label

percentage of the
reference value

These values are displayed for each set of jar posts and straps in the order you tested them in the site.
If the voltage, conductance value, or percentage of the reference value is below the value you set in
the UTILITIES menu, a warning (?) or fail (!) symbol is displayed next to the value.

To view the data for other sets of jar posts or straps, press or .

Using the percentages of the reference value

You can use the percentages of the reference value from SITE SUMMARY for all of the jar posts
and straps to help you determine the strength of the site. Table 6 lists ranges of reference value
percentages, the condition the site is in, and the action you should take.

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Table 6. Strength of the site

% of the

reference

Jar strength Action

value

> 80 % Good condition Check the jars to look for physical damage.

Check for problems and refer to

• Test results or other information about the site to determine
the cause of low readings

• Your company maintenance procedures for jar maintenance

• IEEE standard 1188-1996: Recommended Practice for

Maintenance, Testing and Replacement of Valve-Regulated,
Lead-Acid (VRLA) Jars for Stationary Application

60–80%

Serviceable with
maintenance

< 60 % Unserviceable

Replace the jars. Refer to your company jar replacement procedures
or IEEE standard 1188-1996.

Archiving test results

Advantages of archiving

Archiving test results and keeping them onsite will help you establish a routine maintenance program.
Archiving can also help you:

• Compare results for changes or trends in site performance.

• Recognize when your site needs maintenance or repair.

• Provide warranty data for your supplier.

Printing test results

To print test results:

1. Turn on the printer.

Infrared light

Figure 8. Top of analyzer

2. Aim the infrared light on top of the analyzer
(next to the cable port, as shown in Figure 8) at the
infrared light on the printer (below the MODE button).

3. Press and hold the MENU button to access the main MENU.

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1. SET PARAMETERS

2. TEST BATTERY

3. VIEW PARAMETERS

MENU

4. Press or  to scroll to

PRINT RESULTS and press ENTER.

MENU

4. PRINT RESULTS

5. VIEW RESULTS

6. EXPORT DATA

CELLTRON ESSENTIAL

NOTES: _________________

Printing will begin after selecting a site.Printing will begin after selecting a site.

PRINT RESULTS

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IN PROGRESS

5. The printout displays the following values for each
jar post or strap:

• Voltage

• Percentage of the reference value

• Conductance value

• Temperature

• Volts per jar

The printout also displays setup information and
string summary. See Figure 9.

For more information about the printer, refer to
the printer User Guide.

Downloading Test Results

To download test results to your PC, aim the infrared light
on top of the analyzer towared the infrared receiver attached
to your computer, and choose option 6. EXPORT DATA from
the main MENU.

Note: Refer to your Battery Management Software manual

for instructions on how to install the infrared receiver to
your computer.

________________________

________________________

STRING NAME:

02. SITE 02
BATTERY MANUFACTURER:

ALPHACELL
BATTERY MODEL:

160AGM
TEST DATE:

04/08/05 2:12 PM

REFERENCE VALUE ENTERED:
1300 SIEMENS (MHOS)

REFERENCE TEMPERATURE:
25 DEGREES CELSIUS

----STRING STATISTICS--­STRING AVERAGE: 1404s
STRING% OF REF: 108%
STRING% OF HI JAR: 91%

-----JAR STATISTICS----­JAR VOLTS MHOS %REF

01A 6.669 1432 110%
02A 6.766 1499 115%
03A 6.754 1542 119%
04A 6.738 1536 118%
05A 6.724 1527 117%
06A 6.715 1511 116%
01B 6.703 1535 118%
02B 6.692 1512 116%
03B 6.681 1512 116%
04B 6.669 1520 117%
05B 6.664 793? 61%
06B 6.657 1532 118%
01C 6.652 803? 62%

LOWEST JAR:
J05B 61%
HIGHEST JAR:
J03A 119%

---SETUP INFORMATION--­STRING WARN % (?): 70%
STRING FAIL % (!): 60%
JAR WARN % (?): 70%
JAR FAIL % (!): 60%
VOLTS/JAR SELECTED: 6V
SYSTEM VOLTS: 36V

END OF DATA

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Figure 9. Sample of a printout

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

The sections below describe how to troubleshoot and maintain your Celltron Essential.

If you have problems with the printer or temperature sensor, refer to their manuals or call Midtronics
Customer Service at 1-800-776-1995.

Screen does not light during testing

Possible causes

If the screen does not light when you test a jar, check the connection to the jar. If the connection is
secure, the following conditions could prevent the analyzer from functioning:

• Jar voltage is too low (<1 V) to test.

• Analyzer battery needs replacement.

• Fuse needs replacement.

Replacing the analyzer battery

Replace the analyzer battery if the display does not light when you press and hold the MENU button.

To replace the battery:

1. Remove the battery compartment door (use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw).

2. Replace battery with a new 9-volt battery, aligning the battery terminals.

3. Reattach the battery compartment door, and insert and tighten the screw.

Replacing the fuse

To replace the fuse:

1. Unscrew the fuse holder on the top of the analyzer. Refer to Figure 1 in Chapter 1.

2. Remove the fuse.

3. Insert the spare fuse included with the analyzer, or use a 5 x 20 mm, 1.25 A fuse.

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Probe tip is bent or stops retracting

Replacing a probe tip

To replace a probe tip:

1. Use pliers to grasp the probe tip at the top of the sleeve that encases it.

Caution: Do not grasp the sleeve. You can damage the probe.

2. Pull the tip straight out.

3. Grasp the replacement tip with the pliers and insert it into the sleeve.

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

Note: To obtain replacement tips, contact Midtronics Customer Service and ask for

part number C069 for the DuraProbes or C059 for the MiniProbes.

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Chapter 6: Specications

Model Number:

CTE-1200 AT; CTE-2200 AT; CTE-3200 AT

Applications:

Tests individual lead acid cells or monoblocs

(6, 12 volts) in any common conguration

Voltage:

1.0–15.0 volts DC

Conductance:

100–9,999 siemens

Test Data Storage:

Up to 4 strings per site

Accuracy:

+ 2% across test range

Power Requirements:

One 9-volt high capacity/heavy duty lithium
battery or rechargeable battery pack accessory

Environmental Operating Range:

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

Storage Temperature:

–20 to 82°C

Over Voltage Protection:

• Fused protection to 60 volts DC

• Reverse polarity protected

Housing Material:

Acid-resistant ABS plastic

Analyzer Dimensions:

9 in x 4 in x 2.5 in
230 mm x 102 mm x 65 mm

Voltmeter Resolution:

10 mV DC

User Programmable Functions:

• Low voltage alarm setting

• Low conductance warning

• Low conductance failure

• Day/date/time formats (USA/international)

• Test mode (auto start)

Calibration:

Auto-calibration prior to every test; no future
calibration required

Test Cable Options:

• Dual contact clamps

• Dual contact probes

• Custom cables by quotation

Case Dimensions:

19 in x 15.5 in x 5 in
750 mm x 610 mm x 200 mm

Analyzer Weight:

1 lb / 500 gm

Shipping Weight: CTE-3200 AT Kit

9.5 lb / 4 kg

Special Features:

• Impact-resistance tested

• Connection interfaces tested for durability

and endurance

• No-Ox grease petroleum product resistance

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Patents

Made in the U.S.A. by: Midtronics, Inc., protected by one or more of the following U.S. Patents:
6,456,045. 6,441,585. 6,392,414. 6,359,441. 6,323,650 B1. 6,316,914. 6,310,481. 6,304,087. 6,172,505
B1. 6,163,156. 6,091,245. 6,051,976. 5,914,605. 5,598,098. 5,592,093. 5,572,136. 5,343,380. 5,140,269.
4,881,038. 4,816,768. Canadian Patents: 2,091,262. 1,280,164. European Patent: 0,548,266. EP: C382.13-

0026. WO: C382.13-0040. China Patent: C382.13-0027. Hong Kong Patent: C382.13-0038. Japan
Patents: C382.13-0041. 30006800. Other U.S. and Foreign Patents issued and pending. This product may
utilize technology exclusively licensed to Midtronics, Inc. by Johnson Controls, Inc. and Motorola, Inc.

Warranty

The analyzer 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 the unit or replace the unit with
a remanufactured analyzer. This limited warranty applies only to Midtronics battery analyzers
and does not cover any other equipment, static damage, water damage, over-voltage, 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.

Service

To 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 unit will be returned freight prepaid with freight charges added to the invoice. Battery
analyzers beyond the warranty period are subject to the repair charges in effect at that time. Optional
remanufacturing service is available to return the analyzer to like new condition. Out of warranty
repairs will carry a 3-month warranty. Remanufactured units purchased will carry a 6-month warranty.

 2005 Midtronics, Inc. PN 168-357A 4/05