User manual CHICAGO 90636

[. . . ] Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from debris such as chips and sparks. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. [. . . ] Do not connect the Battery Tester to the battery while the battery is being charged. Do not touch the cooling vents on the Battery Tester immediately after testing the battery. They become very hot. UNPACKING When unpacking, check to make sure that all the parts are included. Refer to the Assembly section, and the Assembly Drawing and Parts List at the end of this manual. (A) (D) (C) (B) If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this manual as soon as possible. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Testing the Battery CAUTION!Undercharged lead-acid batteries will freeze during cold weather. NEVER TEST OR CHARGE A FROZEN BATTERY. 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. Connect the red (positive) Cable Clamp (A) to the positive terminal (+) on the 6 or 12 V lead-acid battery. (See photo above. ) Connect the black (negative) Cable Clamp (B) to the negative terminal (­) on the battery. Turn clamps slightly to ensure a good connection. With the clamps connected, the tester's gauge will show the battery's current charge. If it is less than 12 V, disconnect the battery and recharge before testing. If recharging will not bring the reading above 12 V the battery is defective. If it shows no reading, verify that the tester is connected properly. If the tester is connected properly, the battery is defective. Press (and hold) the Toggle Switch (C) for at least 5 seconds to simulate an actual load on the battery. For technicial questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. 7. View the Meter Display (D) and read the battery condition. Refer to the "Battery Condition Analysis" section below. Release the Toggle Switch (C) and remove the Cable Clamps from the battery. Testing the Charging System Note: The engine should be at normal operating temperature during this test. Connect the Cable Clamps (A, B) to the battery as previously described. 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. the vehicle exhaust and is colorless and odorless. [. . . ] Clean the outside of the unit with a damp cloth. Never use solvents to clean any part of this tool. Use compressed air to blow out debris from the load vents. After each use, clean the Cable Clamps of any possible battery electrolyte. [. . . ]