Cadex C5100
Battery Tester
User Guide
Cadex C5100 Battery Tester User Guide
Trademark
The Cadex C5100 Battery Tester™ is a registered trademark of Cadex Electronics Inc.
All other trademarks or registered trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their
respective owners.
Copyright Notice
Copyright © 2013 by Cadex Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this
publication nor the software and/or firmware controlling Cadex product(s) may be
reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any
language or computer language in any form or by any means without the express
written permission of Cadex Electronics Inc.
Revision Rights
Cadex Electronics Inc. reserves the right to revise this publication and make changes in
the contents thereof without obligation to notify any person of such changes. Please
contact Cadex Electronics Inc. (service@cadex.com) for suggestions or corrections.
Disclaimer
While every effort is made to ensure that the information contained in this manual and
Online Help is accurate and up-to-date, Cadex Electronics Inc. does not warrant or
guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this manual and Online Help. Further, Cadex
makes no warranties, either expressed or implied, as to the merchantability or fitness for
a particular purpose of the C5100 Firmware Utility Software or the Cadex C5100 Battery
Tester and/or its documentation.
In no event will Cadex or its officers or employees be responsible for any consequential,
incidental, or indirect damages (including damages for loss or business profits, business
interruption, and the like) arising out of the use or inability to use the Cadex C5100
Firmware Utility Software or the Cadex C5100 Battery Tester and/or its documentation.
Warranty & Service
Cadex Electronics Inc. warrants the Cadex C5100 Battery Tester unit against defective
materials and workmanship for two (2) years. Warranty starts from the original date of
shipment.
The warranty does not cover:
• Damage caused by abusive operation, negligence, accident, or improper
installation.
• Damage caused by an attempted repair not authorized by Cadex.
• Cosmetic damage caused by normal wear and tear.
• Damage from external causes such as leakage spills, power fluctuations, or
failure, inadequate packaging.
• If the product is without the appropriate model number, serial number, or safety
markings.
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• If the product is used for rental purposes.
• Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Cadex
Electronics Inc.
To obtain service, contact service@cadex.com or (Canada) 1-604-231-7777, (USA Toll
Free) 800-565-5228, or (Europe) +49 (0) 911 240 332-0.
To ensure that you have the most up to date information regarding use of its products,
Cadex recommends that you visit www.cadex.com/support/technical for the all revisions
to the User Manual.
Part Number: 89-207-5050
Document Number: PSMAN0070 Rev 5
June 2013
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Table of Contents
Section 1: General Precautions and Information ........................................................................4
Safety Notice...........................................................................................................................4
Use of Equipment....................................................................................................................4
Modification of Equipment..................................................................................................... 5
ROHS Compliance.................................................................................................................. 5
Explosion Hazard....................................................................................................................5
Charging and Discharging Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Batteries.....................................................6
Shock Hazard..........................................................................................................................7
Warranty & Service ................................................................................................................7
Radio Interference...................................................................................................................9
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) in the European Union....9
Section 2: Introduction..............................................................................................................10
The Cadex C5100 Battery Tester Package............................................................................10
Cadex C5100 Battery Tester Features...................................................................................11
Section 3: Battery Testing.........................................................................................................13
Available Programs...............................................................................................................13
Test a Li-ion Battery .............................................................................................................14
Charge a Li-ion Battery.........................................................................................................14
Cycle a Li-ion Battery...........................................................................................................15
Select an Active C-Code....................................................................................................... 15
Possible Fault Messages........................................................................................................17
Section 4: Upgrade the C5100 Firmware.................................................................................. 18
Upgrade the Firmware .......................................................................................................... 18
Section 5: Maintenance and Spare Components.......................................................................23
Clean the Battery Adapter or RigidArm Contacts................................................................23
Clean the Cadex C5100 Battery Tester.................................................................................23
Spare Components ................................................................................................................23
Section 6: Specifications...........................................................................................................24
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Section 1: General Precautions
and Information
Safety Notice
Use of Equipment
The Cadex C5100 Battery Tester is designed with adequate
safeguards to protect users from shock and other hazards when
used as specified within this document. However, if the
equipment is used in a manner not specified by this
documentation, the protection provided by this equipment may
be impaired. Please read this document and equipment labeling
before using the equipment.
• Read, understand and follow all instructions in this user
guide before using the Cadex C5100 Battery Tester unit.
• Refer to the battery manufacturer MSDS (Material Safety
Data Sheet) for specific handling and safety information.
• Always inspect a battery for physical damage before
testing the battery.
• Install the equipment near a socket-outlet where it is easily
accessible.
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Modification of Equipment
CE, FCC, CSA, UL, and other approvals apply only to the Cadex
C5100 Battery Tester in the factory-authorized configuration.
Changes or modification to the equipment not expressly approved
by Cadex will void the approvals.
ROHS Compliance
The C5100 Battery Tester complies with the European Union’s
Directive 2002/95/EC, Restrictions of Hazardous Substances
(RoHS).
Explosion Hazard
Batteries can burst if treated improperly. Follow these
precautions at all times:
Clean battery contacts before servicing. To clean battery
contacts, use a lint-free cotton swab dipped in 100%
isopropyl alcohol.
Ensure the battery is making a good connection with the
adapter contacts.
Ensure that the selected C-code is correct for the chemistry,
voltage, and rating of the battery being serviced.
Observe battery temperature. Service batteries between
5°C (41°F) and 50°C (122° F). Stop service if battery
becomes very hot. The temperatures cited here are the
battery temperatures, not the ambient temperatures. Fast
charging outside this temperature range may damage or
reduce the life of the battery. Allow cold batteries to warm
up and hot batteries to cool before charging.
x Do not attempt to charge non-rechargeable and primary
batteries such as alkaline, carbon-zinc, or non-rechargeable
lithium batteries.
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x Do not short the positive and negative battery terminals
together at any time.
x Do not exceed the battery manufacturer’s recommended
charge current and voltage limits for batteries.
x Do not remove the adapter from the analyzer while the
battery is running.
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Charging and Discharging Lithium-ion (Li-ion)
Batteries
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are safe when used as directed.
Battery safety cannot be assured when a battery pack is built with
individual cells of an unknown nature with a series and parallel
connection. Not all Li-ion cells are suited for multi-cell packs.
Only cells that meet tight voltage and capacity tolerances can be
used for series and parallel connection. Mismatched packs are
subject to overcharge resulting in venting with flame and fire.
Check with the cell manufacturer to see if the cells are suitable for
multi-cell packs.
In the past, single Li-ion cells were only available to authorized
battery manufacturers. Today, imports are becoming readily
available and often fall into the hands of the inexperienced. While
most brand name cells are equipped with an internal cell
disconnect that permanently opens the current path on high
pressure, some brands do not provide this safeguard. Many
brands don’t use a separator that shuts down the battery when
high temperatures are reached. The internal safety features are
omitted for cost reasons.
Please follow the following guidelines when charging and
discharging lithium-ion cell(s) and packs. Failing to follow
these rules could result in venting with flame, explosions, fire,
and personal injury.
x Never connect cells in parallel and/or series that are not
designed for that purpose. A cell mismatch may overcharge
and vent with flames
x Never charge or discharge the battery without connecting a
working protection circuit. Each cell must be monitored
individually and the current disconnected if an anomaly
occurs.
x Never leave the battery unattended while under charge or
discharge.
Always attach a temperature sensor when charging and
discharging the battery. The temperature sensor must
disconnect the current on excess temperature.
Only connect cells that are matched and have identical state-of-
charge.
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Shock Hazard
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Pay special attention when using an unknown brand. Not all
brands contain intrinsic safety features that protect the cell
when stressed.
During experiments, place the test battery into a well-
ventilated fireproof container.
The Cadex C5100 Battery Tester contains high-voltage circuits,
and can pose a shock hazard when the unit is opened. Do not
attempt to open the unit – there are no user-serviceable items
inside.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock hazard, service
batteries only when they are removed and disconnected
from their end-use equipment.
Use the tester only as specified in the documentation.
Other uses may impair the protection provided by the
unit.
Use only a grounded AC outlet to power the tester.
Warranty & Service
Cadex Electronics Inc. warrants the Cadex C5100 Battery Tester
against defective materials and workmanship for a period of two
(2) years from the original purchase date.
The warranty does not
• Damage caused by abusive operation, negligence,
• Damage caused by an attempted repair not authorized by
• Cosmetic damage caused by normal wear and tear.
• Damage from external causes such as leakage spills, power
• Products received without the appropriate model number,
cover:
accident, or improper installation.
Cadex.
fluctuations, power failure, or inadequate shipping.
serial number, or safety markings.
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• Products used for rental purposes.
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