Harbor Freight Tools 93784 user manual

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50 AMP LOAD - BA 50 AMP LOAD - BATTER TTERY AND Y AND
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CHARGING SYSTEM TESTER CHARGING SYSTEM TESTER
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
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SPECIFICATIONS 6 and 12 VDC battery tester with charging Capability system output Load Test Capacity 50 Amps; 300-500 cold cranking Amps Display Meter Analog, 0-16 VDC (maximum) 10 seconds per test with 1 minute cool down; Test Cycle up to 3 tests in 5 minutes 1 Battery Cables/Clamps 19 / "; Copper-plated clamps 2 1 1 Overall Dimensions 11 / "L x 7"W x 3 / "D 2 4 Features Carrying handle and four rubber feet Save This Manual You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, opera

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5. Do not use the power tool if the Power Switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced. 6. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. 7. Maintain tools with care. Keep clean. Do not use a damaged tool. Tag damaged tools “Do not use” until repaired. 8. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or ma

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13. When connecting the Battery Cables to the battery, avoid creating sparks (always connect and disconnect clamps exactly as described in rule number 14, below, and on page 4), especially when the battery is being charged. Explosive gases are created during charging. Sparking could also damage the vehicle electrical system. 14. Be certain of the test battery polarity before connecting the test Cable Clamps. The red Cable Clamp (A) goes to the positive terminal of the battery. The black Cable Cl

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (A) (D) (C) (B) Testing the Battery Undercharged lead-acid batteries will freeze during cold weather. WARNING! NEVER TEST OR CHARGE A FROZEN BATTERY. 1. To help ensure a good connection, clean battery terminals with a solution of baking soda and water, and wipe the battery terminals with a cloth to remove any dirt and grease. 2. Connect the red (positive) Cable Clamp (A) to the positive terminal (+) on the 6 or 12 V lead-acid battery. (See photo above.) 3. Connect the bl

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Testing the Charging System Note: The engine should be at normal operating temperature during this test. 1. Connect the Cable Clamps (A, B) to the battery as previously described. 2. Outside, or in a well ventilated area, start the vehicle engine and run at fast idle speed. Never start and run the vehicle’s engine in a closed garage. WARNING: Avoid Carbon Monoxide poisoning. This gas comes from the vehicle exhaust and is colorless and odorless. It can cause serious injury or death if inhale

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Testing the Starter Note: The engine should be at normal operating temperature and the battery should be fully charged before doing this test. 1. Disable the ignition so the engine will not start. (Refer to your vehicle’s manual.) 2. Connect the Cable Clamps (A, B) to the battery as previously described. 3. Have an assistant crank the engine. Note the voltage reading during cranking. 4. View the Meter Display (D) and read the voltage. A reading of 9 volts or less indicates excessive current dra