SB-300 - Auto Meter
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1. Note If the car is running and the affect readings Make sure the copper jaw insert is properly clamps are attached to the battery insulated from the clamp and the clamps are clean and in a high ripple over 50mV indicates good repair bad diodes in the alternator Over time the battery clamps will need to be replaced if any of the following are indicated E CCAvalues seem extreme SETUP E If there is continuity between the copper insert and the clamps E If there is excessive damage or corrosion to the cables or clamps CLAMP and BATTERY REPLACEMENT Remove the screws from the back cover Scroll Down to Setup Select setup by pressing Y E Separate top and bottom cover and open like a book leaving the ribbon in contact with the PC board that will remain with the back cover Choose between English Spanish or d CLAMPS Remove the cables and strain relief With the new French using the Up and Down load clamp leads pointing down insert the new strain relief into Keys to change the language Press the back cover Make sure the red clamp wires are attached to Y to select the left two screws of the green screw terminal labeled POS and the black clamp wires are connected to the right two screws labeled NEG It does not matter if either of the two red clamp wires is switched The same applies to the two black clamp wires Just make sure the red clamp wires are2. Auto TEST EGUIPMENT N Auto Meter Products Inc 413 West Elm Street Sycamore IL 60178 G d Test Equipment SB 300 Operator s Manual Service 815 899 0801 Toll Free 866 883 TEST 8378 www autometer com test Hand Held Accuracy with a 40 Amp Load The SB 300 is a hand held tester that is the auto industry s answer to ortability in a professionally accurate battery load tester 20 2650 1386 00 5 8 13 P y P i i CONGRATULATIONS NOTES You have purchased one of Auto Meter s hand held Battery Testers If you should have any questions about your tester testing procedures or service see last page of this booklet for contact information SB 300 Load Test Capacity 40 Amp Battery Sizes rnrrrnnnrrrrnnnnr 100 1600 CCA Digital Display rrrnrrrnnrnnrre 1 x 2 5 4 line x 16 character Volt Ranges Digital 0 30 COOMA EE Heat Sink Ventilation LEAS arannnnnnanananonnnnnnnnnnnnnnenen Load Amp 2 1 2 ft 16 Gauge S A EE 3 3 4 x 6 3 4 x 1 MEMNON Luke saman ig stores the last 100 tests Internal Battery 1xss 9 Volt Alkaline Optional PR 12 errronorrnnnnnnn Infrared printer Optional AC 12 rerrenerrnnnnnnn PC Interface adapter cord Optional AC 24J rrrrrronr000n Carrying case only Optional AC 32 arrnronrrrnnnnnnn Serial Port to USB adapter Optional AC 62 rrrareranennenn AMP Link Data Download P
3. Press Y to enter OPTIONAL INFRARED PRINTER l l Saa l l If the battery temperature is above 180 F the battery is too hot to safely test the The optional PR 12 printer An invisible infrared beam links the following screens will appear SB 300 to the printer from up to 15 ft away No connection cords are needed For more instructions on how to operate the printer consult the printer manual Printer Type Thermal Printing Paper 2 25 in x 80 ft Roll Thermal Paper included Power AC and Cigarette Lighter adapters included Pressing Y or N will return to the main menu Let the battery cool before testing Press the Up or Down key to cycle through the battery types Press Y when it matches the type of battery you are testing BATTERY TYPE OPTIONS STARTING STANDRD STARTING AGM DEEP CYCLE AGM 12 DEEP CYCLE STANDRD 9 BATTERY TEST cont IMPORTANT BATTERY TEST cont EE j Sr After the Digital Pulse Load Test is completed results similar R to one of the following sample screens will appear SAFETY GLASSES R SAFETY GLASSES 10 SUMMARY SCREEN Press the Up or Down key to increment or decrement to the rated CCA of the battery Confirm that the inputs are correct Press Y if they are correct The test will start Press N to re enter battery type temp and rating If the reading is
4. VG i surface and fraying Tighten loose belts 0 Inspect Battery for terminal corrosion loose or broken posts cracks in the case loose hold downs low electrolyte level moisture and dirt around the terminals Using Auto Meter s optional adapter cord AC 12 insert the stereo plug into the jack on the SB 300 and then plug the serial adapter into a free serial port on the rear of your computer or connect to AC 32 serial port to USB adapter Follow the instructions of the AC 62 AMP Link Data Download software to retrieve data from the SB 300 ABOUT NOTE The down arrow is no longer displayed ABOUT is the last menu item The up arrow indicates previous menu selections E Inspect Starting System Check starter solenoid and regulator for Press Y enter and the loose connections loose mounts and frayed or cracked wires Verto 05 Meplder E Important Note A known defective battery must be replaced before proceeding 16 9 IMPORTANT CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS LCD Displays menus and test results KEYS When each key is pressed a beep sounds to assure contact has been made On Off Key This is the manual on off key Y Enter Key This key selects the next menu the cursor line item and answers yes to a test progression Up Key This key moves the cursor up in order to select a menu line item and increments certain displayed values Down Arrow Key This key moves the cur
5. below 7 2 Volts you will get the following Surface charge removed if detected Bar at the bottom of the screen will show the tests progress Wait for test results The SB 300 serial number and test number are displayed to help reference the test to the print out Battery passes testing Return to service Battery did not have sufficient remaining capacity to pass tests Battery should be replaced immediately Charge battery and place into service Battery did not have a sufficient charge for a Digital Pulse Load Test Charge and retest battery Battery passes testing and is near end of life Battery is ok for mild climate May not start vehicle in hot or cold conditions 11
6. to the left POS and the black clamp wires are to the right NEG E BATTERY Remove the battery and replace with a 9 Volt battery Match the on the new battery with the on the PC board f Reverse the procedure to assemble the unit Select the temperature in Fahrenheit or Centigrade 14 P HOOK UP NG PRINTING TEST RESULTS TEES ve Point the SB 300 in the direction of the PR 12 printer ed WEAR re ee WEAR SAFETY GLASSES with the printer s IR receiver pointed in the direction of the SAFETY GLASSES SB 300 Press Print You should be within 15 ft of the printer Wait for N the screen to clear before moving the SB 300 It takes a moment to send LILSEHTER POTTERY all the test data The SB 300 also operates the AC 14 printer installed in Auto Meter s XTC 160 tester charger or BVA 2100 heavy duty tester analyzer or Auto Meter s PR 16 Printer when used with a XTC 160 and IR 1 Printer Interface Press the On Off button Connect the clamps as instructed on the LCD er EE ETE ail E Make sure the Infrared Printer is nter the approximate battery temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius then press Y Enter properly se aA E After a test is made with the SB 300 make sure the results are displayed on the LCD amp Point the SB 300 in the direction of the Infrared Printer within 15 ft E Press the lt Print gt key and the test results will be prin
7. C Software VA Ea s oxeaaresagecaastecnecssnorteveaonees 1 34 Ibs What to Expect from the SB 300 Immediately determine battery The SB 300 is a portable full featured menu driven battery tester that provides quick professional load results using Auto Meter s Pulsed Load The SB 300 is user friendly It tells you what to do It is professionally accurate Detailed test results are LCD displayed after each test and can be reviewed and or printed from memory 19 NOTES TABLE OF CONTENTS 18 Page Specifications esiaine nainen Daa a AANE a 2 ANN 4 Cause of Battery Failure rrrrnrnrarnrrrnnnrrnnnnnvrnnnnrnnnnnern 4 Inspection and Visual Check rarnnrannrnannrnnnnrnnnnrnnanennnrr 5 Controls and FUnCNonsS uinennanisemeteh anneen 6 Maintenance sohcsdcccsesetsdstedandlenicacendencdesncekeeiebeasiacgexecch aneses T Clamp Replacement ccccccsececsseeeeeeseeeeseeeesseeesees 7 Internal Battery Replacement rrrnnronnnrornnnvrnnnernnnvrnnne T Sections Te Rook Um ee 8 2 Battery VES sacs siesadeaiscoedieenteuecassnadisicestduntcswstdoens 9 11 3 Other Menu Items Review fests cccccsscccseeceecseeceeeeseeeseeeeees 12 Printing Test Results rrrrrrrnnnrrnnnrrnnnr 12 13 Voltmeter eee 14 SE To EEE 14 15 PC Interface sccstteasesesdupiondinteendsadedasdesenneatinsied 16 Warranty Information ssorrrnnrrnrnnnrnrrnnrnvrnnrenrnnnennnnnnnn 17 Contact Information cine
8. XTC 160 charger tester and IR 1 printer interface choose XTC 160 PR 16 To print to a network printer using the POSI 160 choose POSI 160 Press Y to enter or change the store address for use on print outs or N to continue Note Address one amp two and city have a max of 23 characters To change the text or number press the or keys If you press N at the beginning of the screen no changes will be made To make changes use the and keys then press Y to save the change The cursor will then go to the next character or number If you are done making changes but there is more text keep pressing Y until the cursor is on a blank space at the end of the lines of text Pressing N moves back the cursor position back one character Pressing Print saves the text up to the cursor position Any text after is deleted 15 VOLT METER TET MAINTENANCE En re NA xe wis CLAMP MAINTENANCE xe wi CHECK OFTEN FOR LOOSE JAWS OR DAMAGED INTERNAL INSULATOR Scroll Down to Volt Meter then select Volt Meter by pressing Y WEAR WEAR SAFETY GLASSES SAFETY GLASSES Press Y Enter E Both jaws of each clamp must firmly engage the battery terminal The wire soldered to the copper insert jaw must be insulated from the other wire soldered to the opposite handle This insulation is required so than one can read the Amps and the other can read the Volts Damaged clamps or loose wires will
9. cccnteiscnsenttonnsdeesneasaanegagiaaeesemecnnnne 20 SAFETY LIMITED WARRANTY Carefully read all operating instructions before using the SB 300 Wear proper protection when working around batteries Be sure each test is complete before removing load clamps to prevent arcing and potential explosion from battery gases Keep sparks flames or cigarettes away from batteries Keep hair hands and clothing as well as tester leads and cords away from moving blades and Wear belts Saf Provide adequate ventilation to remove car exhaust In extremely cold temperatures check for frozen Glas electrolytic fluid before applying load Do not attempt to Load Test or charge a battery under 20 degrees Allow the battery to warm to room temperature before testing or charging Warning Never attach the SB 300 to a battery that is connected to any other tester or charging unit Damage may result WARNING TESTING OF HYBRID VEHICLES DO NOT test the starter alternator and or 12 volt starting battery while it is in the vehicle DO NOT remove service or test the hybrid battery pack under any circumstances Remove the 12 volt starting battery starter or alternator from the vehicle prior to testing CAUSE OF BATTERY FAILURE m 7I E 5 Incorrect Application Wrong size battery may have inadequate cold cranking Amp rating for original vehicle specifications Incorrect Installation Loose battery hold downs cause excessi
10. of this product Improper use accident water damage abuse unauthorized repairs or alterations voids this warranty The manufacturer disclaims any liability or consequential damages due to breach of any written or implied warranty on its test equipment WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION Warranty claims to the manufacturer s service department must be transportation prepaid and accompanied by a dated proof of purchase This warranty applies only to the original purchaser and is non transferable Freight damage incurred during return shipments is not covered under this warranty It is the responsibility of the shipper the customer returning the Test Equipment to package the tester properly to prevent any damage during return shipment Repair costs for such damages will be charged back to shipper customer returning the Test Equipment Protect the product by shipping in original carton or add plenty of over pack cushioning such as crumpled up newspaper 17 IMPORTANT IMPORTANT PC INTERFACE ay INSPECTION OS E Valid automotive electrical system testing depends on A From the Main Menu scroll down to iia SAFETY GLASSES all the components being in good operating condition Hy GLASSES In addition the battery MUST have sufficient charge for testing Carefully perform the following before attempting any electrical diagnosis VISUAL CHECK The following will be displayed E Inspect Belts and Pulleys for cracks glazed
11. sor down in order to select a menu line and decrements certain displayed values N Esc Key Sr R SAFETY GLASSES AUT METER SE 206 TESTER AHAL TAER 4 FOR MEHU Battery Tester SS B300 2 amp 2511 820 This key cancels a test or progression It also returns to the previous menu Print Key Point the SB 300 infrared print light towards the Optional PR 12 infrared printer receiver and press the print key Test results will be printed Infrared Print Light When the print button is pressed infrared data will be transmitted to the printer when pointed in the direction of the printer up to 15 ft PC Download Jack Adapter cord AC 12 can be inserted here SETUP cont IMPORTANT Entry Hints Sr R Select the rating from SAFETY GLASSES CCA MCA CA AH EN You can also select the default rating to be the last entered CCA value or a particular amount such as 600 CCA If Y is chosen the measured battery capacity will be displayed on the battery test result screen and print out If N is chosen no measured battery capacity will be displayed or printed To toggle battery test results between GOOD or BAD only and NEAR END OF LIFE use the Up and Down keys to change setting then use Y to select To print to an Auto Meter stand alone IR printer choose AC 14 PR 12 To print to the Auto Meter high speed PR 16 printer using the Auto Meter
12. ted amp Depending upon the test made the printer will sometimes yield more information than the LCD Note Go to the setup to change temp scale to Celsius The temperature request only appears once for each battery tested If the clamps are disconnected you will be prompted again to begin a new battery test VL 7 TT TT n Van UULU Note Take special care when connecting to battery side terminals If necessary use a side post adapter to prevent thread damage When testing dual post batteries always connect load clamps to the post to which the system is attached CONNECTION ERRORS Ifthe clamps are reversed the Reversed Connection screen will flash E If one or both of the clamps are not in complete contact CHECK CONNECTIONS will flash REVIEW TESTS Er EA BATTERY TEST IMPORTANT Sr Sr R R SAFETY GLASSES SAFETY GLASSES From the main menu select REVIEW PRINT Select Battery Test from the main menu and then press Y Enter Press Y Enter If any of the tests battery test or starter test or alternator test are selected and the clamps are not connected to the battery the following screen will appear The last test will be displayed Press Y to continue once the clamps are connected the test will proceed Use the Up or Down key to select the desired test Press the Up and Down keys to select the battery temperature
13. ve vibration which can result in damage to the battery plates Improper Maintenance Low electrolytic fluid and corrosion on battery connections can greatly reduce battery life and affect battery performance Age of Battery If the date code on the battery indicates it is old the failure may be caused by natural causes Overcharging Overcharging caused by a high voltage regulator setting or incorrect battery charging can cause excessive gassing heat and water loss Undercharging Undercharging caused by a faulty charging system or low voltage regulation can cause lead sulfate to gradually build up and crystallize on the plates greatly reducing the battery s capacity and ability to be charged 12 MONTHS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE CABLES 90 DAYS The manufacturer warrants to the consumer that this product will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of original purchase Products that fail within this 12 month warranty period will be repaired or replaced at the manufacturer s option to the consumer when determined by the manufacturer that the product failed due to defects in material or workmanship This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of parts and the necessary labor by the manufacturer to effect the repair or replacement of the product In no event shall the manufacturer be responsible for special incidental or consequential damages or costs incurred due to the failure
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