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Pinpoint Test





Pinpoint Test A: Battery Condition Test

Normal Operation

Battery condition is determined by measuring battery terminal voltage after a specific discharge current is applied for a specified time period.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Battery charge

- Battery

PINPOINT TEST A : BATTERY CONDITION TEST

A1 TEST THE BATTERY CONDITION

NOTE: A red test-eye indicates the battery is discharged, not necessarily defective.

NOTE: Failure to fully charge the battery before retesting may cause false readings.

- Verify the battery condition using the Intelligent Diagnostic Charger.

Is the battery OK?

Yes
RETURN the battery to service.

No
If the analyzer reads REPLACE BATTERY or REPLACE-BAD CELL, INSTALL a new battery. REFER to Battery .