March 2010

167-087C

CELLTRON® MAX
Universal Stationary
Battery Analyzer

For testing stationary batteries in

UPS systems, power utility, and
telecommunications industries

INSTRUCTION ManuAl

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Contents

Safety Guidlines 5 Existing Site 16

General Safety Precautions 5 Create Plant 17
Personal Precautions 5 Create String 17
Testing Precautions 6 Test Setup 17
String 17
Product Specifications 7 Tech ID 18
Number Of Jars 18
Chapter 1: Analyzer Overview 8 Jar Voltage 18
Description 8 Threshold 18
Test capability 8 Post Per Jar 19
Measurements 8 Test Mode 20
Test range 8 Reference 20
CELLTRON MAX Kit 9 Test Type 21
Data 10 Temperature 21
Kit Accessories 10 AC Ripple 21
Hot Keys 11 DC Float V 21
Connections And Data Ports 11 DC Float A 21
User Interface 12 SAVE AND TEST 21
Menu Icons 12 SAVE AND CONTINUE 21
Option Buttons 12
Alphanumeric Entry 12 Chapter 4: CQ Sync 22
Scroll Boxes 12 Upload 22
Scroll Lists 12 Measure 22
Main Menu 12 Capacity 22
Site Setup 13 Download 22
CQSync 13 Delete 23
DMM 13 Delete All 23
Utilities 13 Update (Available on next release) 23

Chapter 2: Reference Values 14 Chapter 5: Retest Jar 24

Testing Sample Jars 15 Retesting A Jar 24
String Summary Average 15 All Test 24
Volt & Conductance 24
Chapter 3: Site Setup 16 Temperature 25
New Site 16
Create Site 16 Chapter 6: DMM 26
Create Plant 16 DC Voltmeter 26
Create String 16 AC voltmeter 26

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Scope 26 Test 34
Print 26 Volume 34
Adjust Time/Div 27 Main Menu 34
FFT Mode 27 Retest 34
Autoscale Volts/Div 27 Skip Jar 34
DC Current 27 Reports 34
Help 34
Chapter 7: Battery Manager 28
Changing A Reference Value 28 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 35
Adding Jar Model Information 28 Recharging the analyzer battery pack 35
Adding Battery Manufacturer Information 28 Replacing the analyzer battery pack 35
Probe tip is bent or stops retracting 35
Chapter 8: Utilities 29 Test Failure 35
Threshold 29 Test results do not print or print incorrectly 36
Voltage Threshold 29 STATUS LED 36
Temperature Threshold 29 Solutions 36
Conductance Threshold 29
Date/Time 29
Language 30
Mode 30
Display 30
Contrast Level 31
Backlight Time 31
Time Out 31
Straps 31
Internal Battery 31
Speaker 32
Temperature 32
Test Mode 32
Quick Test 33
Gen Batt 33
Capac Mgr 33
Multi SP 33

Chapter 9: Hot Keys 34

Quick Test 34

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Safety Guidlines

General Safety Precautions Personal Precautions

1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. IT IS OF UTMOST 2.1 Always have someone within range of your voice, or close
IMPORTANCE THAT BEFORE USING YOUR TESTER, YOU enough to come to your aid, when working around lead
READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY AND acid batteries.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY. SAVE THESE IN-
2.2 Have plenty of fresh water and baking soda nearby in case
STRUCTIONS.
battery acid contacts skin, clothing or eyes.
2.3 Wear complete eye protection, clothing protection, and
wear rubber soled shoes. Place damp cloth over battery
Risk of explosive gases to protect against acid spray. When ground is very wet or
Batteries generate explosive gases during covered with snow, wear rubber boots. Avoid touching
normal operation, and when discharged or eyes while working near battery.
charged.
2.4 If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immedi-
1.1 To reduce risk of battery explosion, follow these safety ately with baking soda and water. If acid enters the eye,
instructions and those published by the battery manu- immediately flush with cold running water for at least 10
facturer and the manufacturer of any equipment you in- minutes, and seek medical attention.
tend to use in the vicinity of a battery. Review cautionary
2.5 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of a bat-
marking on these products and on the engine, and on the
tery or engine.
vehicle or equipment containing the battery.
2.6 Be extra cautious to reduce risk of dropping a metal tool
If you are uncertain as to the type of battery you are trying
onto the battery. It might spark or short circuit the battery
to test, then contact the seller or battery manufacturer.
or other electrical part that may cause an explosion.
1.2 Do not operate the tester if it has received a sharp blow, 2.7 Before working with a lead-acid battery, remove personal
been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way; take it metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, watches,
to a qualified service center. etc. A lead-acid battery can produce a short circuit current
1.3 Do not disassemble tester; take it to a qualified service high enough to weld such items causing a severe burn.
center when repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may
result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
1.4 Test batteries in a dry, well-ventilated area.
1.5 Do not expose the tester to rain or snow.

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Testing Precautions

IMPORTANT: Read this instruction manual before us-

ing the tester.

To avoid electric shock when testing jars, follow

your company’s safety practices and these
guidelines:

• Wear safety glasses or a face shield.

• Wear protective rubber gloves.
• Wear a protective apron or shop coat.
• Perform service work only for which you have been
trained.
• Do not disconnect the battery cables from power systems
during the test without authorization.
• Do not place yourself in an electrical circuit.
• Avoid simultaneous contact with the jar and with frame
racks or hardware that may be grounded.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.

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Product Specifications

Model Number Display

CMA-7000 CELLTRON MAX (analyzer); CELLTRON MAX Kit LCD—FSTN (x2)
Applications 66.52 mm x 33.25 mm (2.62 in x 1.31 in), 128 x 64 pixels, 40-
Tests individual lead-acid cells or monoblocs (up to 16 volts) degree viewing angle, contrast ratio 8, green LED backlight
in any common configuration Keypad
Voltage Stainless-steel dome, polycarbonate overlay, 1,000,000
1.5–18.0 Vdc actuations

Conductance Data Transfer

100–19,990 siemens Infrared protocol, half­-duplex IrDA protocol, USB drive

Test Data Storage Environmental Operating Range

500 string locations of 480 test results stored internally 0 to +40 ˚C, 95% relative humidity, non-condensing

Accuracy Storage Temperature

± 2% across test range –20 to 82 ˚C

Voltmeter Resolution: Over-Voltage Protection

5 mV • Auto-reset disconnect

User Programmable Functions • Reverse polarity protected

• Preset values for over 250 battery types Housing Material
• Low voltage alarm setting Acid resistant ABS plastic santoprene overmold

• Low conductance warning Analyzer Dimensions

280 mm x 105 mm x 80 mm (11 in x 4 in x 3 in)
• Low conductance failure
Case Dimensions
• Test mode (pushbutton/autostart)
485 mm x 395 mm x 180 mm
Calibration
19 in x 15.5 in x 7 in
Auto-calibration before every test; no future calibration
required Analyzer Weight

Connectorized Test Cable Options 1.18 kg (2.6 Ib)

• Dual contact clamps Celltron MAX Kit Shipping Weight

Approximately 5 kg (11 Ib)
• Dual contact probes
• Custom cables by quotation
Power Requirements
7.2 V, 2500 mAh, NiMH internal swappable battery and
charger

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Chapter 1: Analyzer Overview

Description NOTE: The analyzer and manual use the word “jar”
This manual provides operating instructions for the Midtronics when referring to a monobloc, which can contain
CELLTRON MAX Universal Stationary Battery Analyzer. These 1 to 8 cells.
instructions will help you to properly configure your analyzer,
select test parameters, conduct tests, and manage data. It will
also give you information on product maintenance, warranty, Test capability
and service. The CELLTRON MAX tests lead-acid batteries that are 2, 4, 6, 8,
The analyzer features (2) backlit graphical LCD’s, a digital 10, 12, 14, and 16 V. The analyzer can test batteries providing
multimeter, and a thumb drive and transfer to a PC. The power to a load (in service) or not providing power (not in
analyzer software includes an icon-based menu and pre- service).
loaded data on over 200 battery models to expedite testing
and record-keeping. Measurements
The CELLTRON MAX represents the next generation of The analyzer measures the status of a jar in voltages and
Stationary battery management. The CELLTRON MAX gives conductance values. It displays conductance values in
you advanced diagnostic/analysis capabilities and can operate mhos ( ) or Siemens (S). Ampere hours (Ah) are a typical
as a standalone tester or be fully integrated with the CellTraq measurement of jar capacity; however, they are difficult to
web-enabled data management and processing system. measure without knowing the load to which the jars supply
power. Midtronics recommends that you compare test results
to a conductance reference value. For more information
about determining a reference value, refer to Chapter 3 in this
manual.

CELLTRON MAX CELLTRAQ Test range

The analyzer has an operating range of 0 to 20,000 S. This
Integration In The CellTraq System range includes jars that have about 5 to 6000 amp-hour (Ah
of reserve capacity.
The tester provides voltage, conductance, strap resistance,
and temperature measurements for batteries. This tester
is also capable of capturing multiple frequencies and can
trend historical measurements. By means of the Interface
Application, you can both upload data to and download data
from the CELLTRAQ software.
The CELLTRON MAX is designed for testing stationary batteries
used in UPS systems, power utility, and telecommunications
industries. Also, the Celltron MAX can test generator start
batteries. Its advanced analysis and data management tools
are designed for universal use in the following applications
regardless of configuration:
• UPS Systems, 120, 220/240, 480, 600 volts
• Power Utility (Switching, SCADA, etc.)
• Telecom OSP, – 48/+24 volts
• Telecom Central Office, – 48/+24 volts
• CATV
• Generator Start Batteries

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CELLTRON MAX Kit

Tester cables with

locking connectors
for interchangeable
probes and clamps

Tester cable
storage

Collapsable
Probe
Extenders

AC
Adapter

CELLTRON
MAX Tester

USB
Cable

IR Printer

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Data

Kit Accessories
Item Description

MAX Clamps 127 mm (5 in) clamps and 50.8 mm (2 in) openings with built-in LED lights

MAX Probes Cables with 152.4 mm (6 in) probes with rotating heads and 27.7 mm (0.5 in) tips for quick
contact with large jar posts

Interchangeable Cable 139.7 mm (5.5 in) tester cables with locking connectors for interchangeable clamps and
probes

Probe-extender kit Extension rods for reaching and testing jars in confined spaces

Midtronics printer with an AC Handheld printer with infrared receiver for data transmitted by the CELLTRON MAX;
adapter (120 Vac, 60 Hz) includes battery charger (output 10.2 Vdc, 800 mA) for charging the printer’s NiMH
batteries

AC adapter, 120 Vac, 60 Hz Charger for the analyzer’s internal NiMH battery pack (output 7.2 Vdc, 700 mA)
(Optional adapter: 110 to 240 Vac,
50/60 Hz)

Spare NiMH battery pack 7.2 V, 2500 mAh NOTE: Apply sufficient force on the battery pack for the end clips to
catch to the case.

USB Cable USB link from the CELLTRON MAX to a Windows-based computer

CELLTRAQ Single User CD & CMA Software for managing test data
CELLTRAQ Tester Interface CD

For technical assistance and to purchase replacement parts, call Midtronics Customer Service. (See “Patents, Limited Warranty, Service.”)

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Connections And Data Ports

 Infrared (IR) temperature sensor.

 Infrared (IR) data transmitter for sending test data to an IR
printer
 Connector for clamps or probes cables
 Pass/Warn/Fail LED indicator lights
  Display Screens
 
 Soft Keys: Functionality will vary depending on the menu
or test process.
 Arrow keys for scrolling to preset selections or highlight-
ing menus (t to scroll left through the icons, u to right).
 Data Card: Interface
 Hot Keys: Use to quickly access specific tester functions
without navigating through the menu.

 POWER button

NOTE: The analyzer will power down after ap-

proximately 2 minutes of inactivity to conserve
its battery pack.

11 USB ports (Thumb drive, and product updates)

 12 AC power adapter/charger port

Hot Keys
Eight Hot Keys are located on the bottom of the tester.

Hot Key Function

 Quick Test Use default jar voltage; Reports Mhos, Voltage

& Temperature
Test Test Jar / Strap using parameters in Internal
Flash

• Test
• List of Sites
• List of Battery Plants
 • List of Strings
Volume Adjust speaker volume

 Main Menu Return to Main Menu from present screen

ReTest Retest set of jar posts or straps just after you
test it
11
Skip Jar Skip Jar during testing and apply default
values (0) for jar and straps
Reports View Hierarchy, Trend, String Data, Jar Data;
Print String and Jar Data
12
Help Help on present screen; Hold for 3 seconds
and screens will rotate 180 degree

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User Interface Scroll Boxes

The CELLTRON MAX user interface is a icon-based system Scroll boxes contain selections (usually
arranged in a series of menus. Menus may have several numerical values) that extend above
submenus or options to help you set up the analyzer for and below the box that contains them.
testing, automate portions of the test process, and manage To indicate that there are more values,
test data. The settings contain factory defaults that you can the symbol appears to the right of
overwrite using the keypad. the first visible item on the list.

For more information, refer to the sections in the manual on

Scroll Lists
selecting test parameters and utilities. The keys you use to
enter data depend on the type of selections displayed. There The scrolling lists contain items that
are four types of selections you can make. extend above and below the screen.
To select an item, use the UP () or
Menu Icons DOWN () ARROW key to highlight
A menu icon is a graphical the item, and press ENTER or the
representation of a function you can appropriate soft key.
select, such as the Battery Test Icon in
the Main Menu. To select an icon, use Main Menu
the ARROW keys to highlight it. (The The Main Menu contains the icons to access the tester's six
UP/DOWN () ARROW keys highlight icons vertically. The sub-menus: SITE SETUP, RETEST, DMM, CQSYNC, UTILITIES
LEFT/RIGHT () ARROW keys highlight icons horizontally.) SETUP, and BATTERY MANAGER.
When an icon is highlighted, the background is illuminated as
shown in the figure above. To confirm your selection, press Icon Function
ENTER or select soft key item. New and Existing Site Setup

Option Buttons
Upload and download hierarchy and
Some lists have option buttons before measurement data
each item. To select an item, use the
UP () or DOWN () ARROW key to Retest chosen set of jar posts / straps
move the dot into the button next to
the item you want and press NEXT to continue or save your
selection. Digital multimeter (DC volts, AC volts, DC
Two soft keys are located at the top of the control panel. Their current, scope)
functions will vary depending on what mode the analyzer is
in at the time. Battery Library Including Manufacturers, Model
Numbers, and Conductance Reference

Alphanumeric Entry Update utility settings (i.e. thresholds, mode,

Some selections require you to use the alphanumeric keypad. date/time, etc)
These “user-defined” selections have a dark background when
selected.
Use the ARROW keys to highlight
the character on the character map
that you want to select and press the
ENTER key to select it. The character
will appear on the lower screen. Repeat this process to
complete the line. When you've completed the line, highlight
the NEXT key to save your changes.

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Site Setup Utilities

Use the SITE SETUP function to create new Site, Plant, Use the UTILITIES function to access and modify the
and String hierarchies. You can also use SITE SETUP internal test parameters and other user interface de-
to manage existing hierarchies and test parameters. faults.

Icon Function Icon Function

Select the NEW icon to create a hierarchy of new Update Voltage, Temperature, and Conductance
Sites, Plants, and Strings as well as Test setup thresholds
functions.
Select the EXISTING icon to access to existing Adjust tester date and time.
Site, Plant, String, and Jar setups.

Select tester language options: English, French,

Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese, Japanese,
CQSync
Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, and Arabic.
The CQSync function allows you to upload, download Select between Auto Start and Manual Start
and delete data from the tester's internal flash mem-
ory as well as update the unit's internal software.
Adjust tester screen contrast level and backlight
Icon Function time.
Upload data to an external USB flash drive.
Select how Strap Readings are powered: battery
or tester.
Download data from an external USB flash drive
to the tester's internal memory View tester internal battery power status.

Deletes selected sites

Adjust speaker volume levels

Deletes all sites stored in the tester

Select temperature units: Celsius or Fahrenheit

Updates the tester software via an external USB

flash drive. Set the voltage used for Quick Test.

Tests generator or vehicle starting battery.

DMM
With the DMM function the tester can serve as a
digital multimeter. With it you can measure DC or AC Times and manages capacity test process.
voltage, and DC current.

Icon Function To adjust between multi frequency and traditional

mode (ULTRA MODE).
Measures voltage within a range of 0 to 18 Vdc.

Estimates voltage within a range of 0 to 20 V

peak-to-peak AC.

Voltage trace with time and frequency

measurements.

Calculates the direct current flow through a

circuit.

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Chapter 2: Reference Values

Before you test a string The reference values in STRING SUMMARY, BATTERY
• Note the voltage of the jars MANAGER, and on the website are only guidelines. Midtronics
updates the website with new reference values when they are
• Determine a reference value created. If you create a reference value for a jar model, e-mail
• Set options in the UTILITIES SETUP menu the value and information to [email protected] or fax it to
630-323-7752 (Attn: Reference value list).
• Set test parameters in the BATTERY SETUP menu
Reference values are average conductance values from a
sample of strong jars similar in condition and age. Generally, Only test individual jars and/
a sample of 30 new or healthy batteries is tested to obtain or batteries.
a value representative of a new online battery 90 days after Do not use the Celltron MAX to
installation. You can compare reference values to test results test across an entire string at one
from a string. The differences between test results and time.
reference values help you determine the string’s capacity to
provide enough conductance for the load. Differences can
IMPORTANT: Always test on the lead post for the
reflect how a string was treated, installed, or maintained.
most consistent results. To prevent lower measures,
Determining A Reference Value avoid tests on stainless-steel hardware or bolts.
If you want a value specific to the string you are testing, • To protect its circuitry, the analyzer will not turn on if the
Midtronics recommends that you create your own reference clamps/probes are connected in reverse polarity (red to
value. The following options are listed in the order you should negative, black to positive).
take to obtain a reference value.
• Power outages can affect test results. Do not test the
• Consult your company documentation for reference val- string if a power outage occurred recently and the string
ues that were created for the string you are testing. is boost-charged.
• Test a sample of jars. Refer to Testing a sample of jars to
establish a reference value in this chapter.
• Test the jars in the string and use the highest conductance
value as a reference value.
• Use the average from STRING SUMMARY after you test the
string. Refer to Using the average in STRING SUMMARY in
this chapter).
• Use REFERENCE DEVELOPER to determine a reference
value based on a selected percentage of jars on the string
with the highest conductance value.
• Use the reference value in the BATTERY MANAGER data-
base for the model of jar you are testing. If the model is
not in the database, contact the battery manufacturer or
visit www.midtronics.com for a list of reference values for
common jar types.

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Testing Sample Jars

1. Choose at least 30 jars from one manufacturer with the
same make, model, power rating, age (within 6 months),
and service history.
2. Record this information about the jars:
• Jar manufacturer

• Model number

• Date of manufacture

• Date of installation

• Condition in which the jar operates, such as charge

voltage (volts per cell), temperature, and DC
current through the jar

• Visible warnings, such as leaking acid, corrosion, or

distorted jar cases

3. Test the jars.

4. Test one jar five times in a row on float charge. Conduc-
tance results should be within ± 2% of each other.

NOTE: If the test results do not conform to this

pattern, an electrical signal might be present in
the system.

5. Calculate the average conductance of the jars. Do not

include jars that are higher or lower than 30% from the
average because they might be outside an acceptable
range.

String Summary Average

If you cannot obtain a reference value for a string, test the
string and use the average conductance value (AVG. MHOS)
in the STRING SUMMARY as your reference value. If jars in the
string have been replaced recently, test the new jars, especially
if they correlate to the HIGH jar value in STRING SUMMARY.

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Chapter 3: Site Setup

After pressing ‘Site Setup’ on the Main Menu, the user 1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the character on the
is taken to the Site Setup screen which contains two character map that you want to select and press the EN-
options: ‘New’ and ‘Existing’. Data will be saved to In- TER soft key to select it. The character will appear on the
ternal Flash. lower screen. Repeat this process to complete the line.
2. When you've completed the line, press the NEXT soft key
New Site to save your changes and move on to the next screen or
press the BACK soft key to return to go back one screen.
Pressing ‘New’ will take the users through the screens
for setting up a new hierarchy. ‘Create Site’ will be the Create String
first screen and default node names are listed below.
The function on the bottom-left and bottom-right Once a new Plant has been created, then you use the same
side of the screen is accessible from the F1 & F2 soft procedure to create a new String.
function keys.

Create Site
1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW keys to highlight
the NEW SITE icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key. An
alphanumeric keypad appears on the upper screen and a
CREATE SITE screen is displayed on the lower screen.

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the character on the

character map that you want to select and press the EN-
TER soft key to select it. The character will appear on the
lower screen. Repeat this process to complete the line.
2. When you've completed the line, press the NEXT soft key
to save your changes and move on to the next screen or
press the BACK soft key to return to go back one screen.
2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the character on the A TEST SETUP screen appears on the lower screen and
character map that you want and press the ENTER key to with battery diagram that appears on the upper screen.
select it. The character appears on the lower screen. Re-
peat this process to complete the line. NOTE: Go to the TEST SETUP section in the chap-
ter for more information.
3. When you've completed the line, press the NEXT soft key
to save your changes and move on to the next screen or
press the BACK soft key to return to go back one screen. Existing Site

Create Plant The EXISTING function will allow to modify the exist-
Once a new Site has been created, then you use the same ing hierarchy of jars strings stored in the tester's inter-
procedure to create a new Plant. nal flash memory. You can also add Plants as outlined
in the NEW SITE section of this chapter.
1. From the Main Menu, use the ARROW keys to highlight
the EXISTING SITE icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.

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The various plant, site, and string hierarchy appears on 2. When you've completed the line, press the NEXT soft key
the upper and lower screens. to save your changes and move on to the next screen or
press the BACK soft key to return to go back one screen.
A TEST SETUP screen appears on the lower screen and a
battery diagram appears on the upper screen.

If you've highlighted a string, the TEST SETUP screen

appears on the lower screen.

2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the Site or Plant that

you want to edit and press the SETUP key. Depending Test Setup
on what you've highlighted, the CREATE PLANT or CREATE The TEST SETUP function will let you edit the parameters and
STRING appears on the lower screen and an alphanumeric default information used by the tester during the testing
keypad appears on the upper screen. process.

Create Plant NOTE: Any existing test data stored in the internal
flash memory will be erased if these parameters are
Once a new Site has been created, then you use the same edited.
procedure to create a new Plant.

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the character on the String

character map that you want to select and press the EN- 1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight STRING and press the
TER soft key to select it. The character will appear on the ENTER key. An alphanumeric keypad appears on the up-
lower screen. Repeat this process to complete the line. per screen and a CREATE STRING screen is displayed on
2. When you've completed the line, press the NEXT soft key the lower screen.
to save your changes and move on to the next screen or
press the BACK soft key to return to go back one screen.

Create String
Once a new Plant has been created, then you use the same
procedure to create a new String.

2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight characters on the char-

acter map that you want to select and press the ENTER
soft key to select it. The character will appear on the low-
er screen. Repeat this process to complete the line.
3. When you've completed the line, press the NEXT soft key
to save your changes and move on to the next screen or
1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the character on the press the BACK soft key to return to go back one screen.
character map that you want to select and press the EN-
TER soft key to select it. The character will appear on the
lower screen. Repeat this process to complete the line.

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Tech ID Jar Voltage

The TECH ID function lets you edit the technican name used in Use JAR VOLTAGE to set the voltage of the jars in a string.
the testing process. 1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight JAR VOLTAGE and press
1. From the TEST SETUP screen, press the ENTER key. An the ENTER key. An EDIT JAR VOLTAGE screen appears on
alphanumeric keypad appears on the upper screen and a the lower screen.
EDIT TECH ID screen appears on the lower screen.

2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the jar volt-

age values. The range is between 2 and 16 volts in incre-
ments of 2.
3. Press the ENTER key to save your changes and return to
2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the character on the the TEST SETUP screen or press the BACK soft key to return
character map that you want and press the ENTER key to to the TEST SETUP screen without saving any changes.
select it. The character appears on the lower screen. Re-
peat this process to complete the line. Threshold
3. When you've completed the line, press the NEXT soft key 1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight THRESHOLD and press
to save your changes and return to save your changes and the ENTER soft key.
return to the TEST SETUP screen. Or press the BACK soft
2. The EDIT THRESHOLD screen with three options appears
key to return to return to the TEST SETUP screen without
on the lower screen.
saving any changes.

Number Of Jars
Use this option to determine the number of jars in each string
being tested.
1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight NUMBER OF JARS and
press the ENTER key. A screen appears as shown below. 3. Use the ARROW keys to select the threshold you wish to
edit and press the ENTER key. Or press the BACK soft key
to return to the Main Menu without saving your chang-
es..

Voltage Threshold
2. Use the ARROW keys to the highlight the numbers on the 1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight VOLTAGE THRESHOLD
left side on the screen. and press the ENTER key. The EDIT THRESHOLD VOLTAGE
3. Press the ENTER key to select the number you've high- screen appears on the lower screen.
ligted. The number appears at the bottom of the screen 2. Use the ARROW keys to select UPPER or LOWER VOLTAGE
next to NUM OF JARS:. THRESHOLD and press the ENTER key.
4. To step the NUM OF JAR number up or down by by one,
highlight the "+" or "–" and press ENTER. The number ad-
vances by one each time the ENTER button is press.
5. Use ARROW keys on the screen to move the cursor.
6. Press the F2 key to save your changes and return to the
TEST SETUP screen.

3. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the thresh-

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4. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to return one 3. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the conductance
screen without saving any changes. threshold percentage value you would like to change and
press the ENTER key. The percentage value to the right is
Temperature Threshold highlighted.
1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the TEMPERATURE 4. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the percent-
THRESHOLD and press the ENTER key. The EDIT THRESH- age value by increments of one.
OLD TEMPERATURE screen appears on the lower screen. 4. Press BACK to return to the EDIT THRESHOLD screen.
2. Use the ARROW keys to select UPPER or LOWER TEMPER- 5. Press BACK again to return to the TEST SETUP screen.
ATURE THRESHOLD and press the ENTER key.

Post Per Jar

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight POST PER JAR and press
the ENTER key. The EDIT POST PER JAR screen appears on
the lower screen.

3. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the thresh-

old value.
4. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to return one
screen without saving any changes.
2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the thresh-
Conductance Threshold old value.
1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight CONDUCTANCE THRESH- 3. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to return to
OLD and press the ENTER key. The EDIT THRESHOLD the TEST SETUP screen without saving any changes.
CONDUCTANCE screen appears on the lower screen.
2. Use the ARROW keys to select UPPER or LOWER CONDUC-
TANCE THRESHOLD and press the ENTER key. .

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Test Mode Use the ARROW keys to select the method for establishing the
Use this option to determine the battery configuration in each reference and press the ENTER key.
string being tested. 1) DEVELOP REFERENCE SELECTED
1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight TEST MODE and press
the ENTER key. An EDIT TEST MODE screen appears on
the lower screen.

Reference is automatically determined from the string

conductance measurements. Use ARROW keys to increment
and decrement % of jars value and press ENTER.
2) BATTERY LIBRARY SELECTED

2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight battery TEST MODE

configuration and press the ENTER key. Use ARROW keys to increment HIGHLIGHT THE BATTERY
MANUFACTURER and press ENTER.

3) INPUT REFERENCE SELECTED

Reference
A reference value can be added by scrolling to the appropriate
value, by choosing a pre-loaded model from the battery
Use ARROW keys to increment or decrement reference value
library, or by using the unit to calculate a value based upon
and press ENTER..
internal analysis of the results.
1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight REFERENCE and press 4) BASE LINE TESTING SELECTED
the ENTER key.

A screen appears to establish the reference.

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Test Type
Use this option to set conductance and voltage, voltage then
conductance (a two step process to ensure float voltage
accuracy), and voltage only.

Temperature
Use this option to set the units of measurement (Celcius or
Farenheit).

AC Ripple
This option sets the measurement for AC ripple detection.

DC Float V
Use this option to input the float voltage of a string into the
tester memory for recordkeeping.

DC Float A
Use this option to input the float current of a string into the
tester memory for recordkeeping.

SAVE AND TEST

Use this option to save configuration into the tester memory
and then to perform battery test.

SAVE AND CONTINUE

Use this option to save configuration into the tester memory
and then continue with testing.

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Chapter 4: CQ Sync

The CQ SNYC function enables you to upload data 2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the Site, Plant, or String
from the tester's internal memory to a removable you want to upload and press the UPLOAD soft key.
USB-type flash drive. You can also use this function
3. Insert the USB-type flash drive into the proper connecter
in reverse to download data into the tester's internal
located under the protective cover on the bottom of the
memory.
tester.
This function can also be used to delete a specific hierarchy
4. Press the UPLOAD soft key to begin the data uploading
or the entire contents of the tester's internal memory. Tester
process. The lower screen will display the CQ SYNC menu
software updates are also performed using CQ SYNC. Refer to
when the data upload has been completed.
the Max Interface Manual for additional user information.

Upload Capacity

The UPLOAD function lets you upload data from the The CAPACITY function lets you export data tak-
internal memory of the tester to an removable USB- en from the capacity test manager and view it in a
type flash drive. spreadsheet application such as Microsoft® Excel.

1. From the Main Menu use the ARROW keys to highlight 1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the CAPACITY icon and
the CQ SYNC icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key. press the SELECT ITEM soft key.

2. Highlight the UPLOAD icon and press the SELECT ITEM 2. Insert the USB-type flash drive into the proper connecter
soft key. A TYPE screen with MEASURE and CAPACITY op- located under the protective cover on the bottom of the
tions appears on the lower screen. tester.
3. Press the SELECT ITEM soft key to begin the data trans-
fer process. When the data transfer has been successfully
completed, the lower display will return the the Site Setup
Menu.

Measure Download

The MEASURE function lets you export measurement The DOWNLOAD feature allows you to download
data from the internal flash memory in the tester and data from a removable USB-type flash drive to the
load it onto a USB-type jump drive. tester's internal memory.
1. From the Main Menu use the ARROW keys to highlight
NOTE: Measurement data can only be the CQ SYNC icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.
viewed using the Midtronics Celltraq® En-
terprise Battery Asset Management System 2. Highlight the DOWNLOAD icon and press the SELECT
software. Contact your Midtronics sales rep- ITEM soft key.
resentative for more information. A FLASH UPLOAD hierarchy of the sites available for data
1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the MEASURE icon and upload appears on the top screen and bottom screens of
press the SELECT ITEM soft key. the tester.

A FLASH UPLOAD hierarchy of the sites available for data

upload appears on the top screen and bottom screens of
the tester.

3. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the Site, Plant, or String

you want to download and press the DOWNLOAD soft
key.

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4. Insert the USB-type flash drive into the proper connecter Delete All
located under the protective cover on the bottom of the
tester. The DELETE ALL function allows you to delete all of
the site, plant, string and jar data stored in the tester's
5. Press the DOWNLOAD soft key to begin the data down-
internal flash memory.
loading process. The lower screen will display the CQ
SYNC menu when the data upload has been completed. 1. From the Main Menu use the ARROW keys to highlight
the CQ SYNC icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.
Delete 2. Highlight the DELETE ALL icon and press the SELECT
ITEM soft key.
The DELETE function allows you to delete specific
A confirmation screen appears on the lower screen.
site, plant, string, or jar data from the tester's internal
flash memory.
1. From the Main Menu use the ARROW keys to highlight
the CQ SYNC icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.
2. Highlight the DELETE icon and press the SELECT ITEM
soft key. 4. Press the DELETE soft key to complete the deletion of all
the internally-stored data or press the CANCEL soft key to
A DELETE hierarchy of the sites available for data deletion
return to the CQ SYNC menu.
appears on the top screen and bottom screens of the
tester.
Update (Available on next release)

The UPDATE function let's you update the tester's

internal operating system software from an external
USB-type jump drive.
1. From the Main Menu use the ARROW keys to highlight
the CQ SYNC icon and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.
2. Highlight the UPDATE icon and press the SELECT ITEM
soft key. A confirmation screen appears on the lower
3. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the Site, Plant, or String
screen.
you want to delete and press the ENTER key. A confirma-
tion screen appears on the lower screen. 3. Press the UPDATE soft key to begin the software update
or press the CANCEL soft key to return to the CQ SYNC
menu without updating the tester's internal software.

4. Press the DELETE soft key to complete the deletion

or press the CANCEL soft key to return to the CQ SYNC
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Chapter 5: Retest Jar

Factors such as operating and site conditions, as well 3. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the desired jar and
as manufacturer changes, can affect test results. If press ENTER. A RETEST JAR screen appears on the lower
you accept results under adverse conditions, the his- screen.
tory of your maintenance routine might not be as ac-
curate as it should be.
To verify results, you can retest a set of jars or straps right after
you test them. Or you can test the rest of the string before you
retest certain jars or straps.

All Test
Retesting A Jar 1. Use the ARROW keys to select ALL TEST and press TEST.
1. From the Main Menu highlight the RETEST icon and press The tester will begin retesting the temperature, voltage,
the SELECT ITEM soft key. and conductance of the selected jar using the settings
saved in the Test Setup. During this time a representation
The hierarchy of the sites set up on the tester appears
of the jar is displayed on the upper screen.
on the top screen with the available soft key options
displayed on the bottom. When completed, the the results are displayed on the
lower screen. The LED indicators at the top of the tester
will also illuminate to show a FAIL / WARN / PASS.

2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the desired Site and

press the EXPAND soft key. Repeat this process to ex-
pand the hierarchy to show the jar you want to retest. 2. Select PRINT to send the results to the IR printer or select
EXIT to complete the retest and return to the Main Menu.

Volt & Conductance

1. Use the ARROW keys to select VOLT & CONDUCTANCE
and press TEST. The tester will begin retesting the volt-
age and conductance of the selected jar using the set-
tings saved in the Test Setup. During this time a represen-
tation of the jar is displayed on the upper screen.

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When completed the results are displayed on the lower

screen. The LED indicators at the top of the tester will also
illuminate to show a FAIL / WARN / PASS.

2. Select PRINT to send the results to the IR printer or select

EXIT to complete the retest and return to the Main Menu.

Temperature
1. Use the ARROW keys to select TEMPERATURE and press
TEST. The tester will begin retesting the temperature of
the selected jar using the settings saved in the Test Setup.
During this time the upper screen will remain blank.
When completed the results are displayed on the lower
screen. The LED indicators at the top of the tester will also
illuminate to show a FAIL / WARN / PASS.

2. Select PRINT to send the results to the IR printer or select

EXIT to complete the retest and return to the Main Menu.

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Chapter 6: DMM

The CELLTRON MAX features a DMM with four digi- 2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the AC VOLTS icon
tal meters including a DC Voltmeter, AC Voltmeter, and press the SELECT ITEM soft key.. The AC VOLTMETER
Scope, and DC Current. screen appears on the lower screen. The actual measured
value is displayed on the top screen.
DC Voltmeter

The DC voltmeter measures from real-time DC volt-

age from 0 to 18 Vdc. The voltmeter displays the volt-
age as a value with an analog meter graphic.
1. From the Main Menu highlight the DMM icon and press
the SELECT ITEM soft key.
2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the DC VOLTS icon and
press the SELECT ITEM soft key. The DC VOLTMETER screen 3. Press the BACK soft key to return to the DMM Menu.
appears on the lower screen. The actual measured value is
displayed on the top screen. Scope

The scope is a voltmeter that provides a graph of

voltage difference as it varies over time. It provides
a real-time voltage trace with a range of 0 to 25 Vdc.
Scope options include:
In the time display the horizontal axis is in seconds and the
vertical axis is in volts.
The scope also enables you to print the voltage trace to the
3. Press the BACK soft key to return to the DMM Menu. printer when you freeze the signal.
1. From the Main Menu highlight the DMM icon and press
AC voltmeter the SELECT ITEM soft key.
2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the SCOPE icon, and
The AC voltmeter measures real-time AC voltage from press ENTER. The SCOPE OPTIONS screen appears on the
0 to 20 V peak-to-peak AC. The voltmeter displays mil- lower screen.
livolts as a value with an analog meter graphic.
1. From the Main Menu highlight the DMM icon and press
the SELECT ITEM soft key.

Print
Sends the Scope results to the infrared printer.
1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight PRINT
2. Press the ENTER key.

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Adjust Time/Div DC Current

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight ADJUST TIME/DIV and
press the ENTER key. The DC Current option calculates the DC current
through a jar when connected to the jar post.

1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight DC CURRENT and press

the ENTER key. The tester begins analyzing and measur-
ing the DC current.
2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the hori-
zontal scaling value. Scaling options include 5ms, 10ms,
20ms, 50ms and100ms.
The changes to the horizontal scaling are reflected in the
graph displayed on the top screen.
When the tester has completed the analysis, the
calculated current is displayed.

3. Press ENTER to save the new scale value or BACK to re-

turn DMM menu without saving any changes. 2. Press BACK to return DMM menu.

FFT Mode
The top screen displays the horizontal axis is in hertz and the
vertical axis is in volts.
1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight CHANGE TO FFT MODE
to edit and press the ENTER key.

2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the hori-

zontal scaling value. Scaling options include 5ms, 10ms,
20ms, 50ms and100ms.
The changes to the horizontal scaling are reflected in the
graph displayed on the top screen.

3. Press ENTER to save the new scale value or BACK to re-

turn DMM menu without saving any changes.

Autoscale Volts/Div
When selected, the Autoscale funtion automatically rescales
the graphic displayed on the top screen.

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Chapter 7: Battery Manager

If there is no reference value for the string you are without saving.
testing, you can use a reference value for the jar mod-
el in the BATTERY MANAGER database.
Adding Battery Manufacturer Information
The BATTERY MANAGER also allows you to edit existing
battery manufacturer data or create new ones. You can also 1. SELECT MANUFACTURER screen.
edit battery model parameters and conductance reference
values.
1. With the ARROW keys, highlight the BATTERY MANAGER
icon and press the ENTER key. The SELECT MANUFAC-
TURER screen appears on the lower screen.
Press soft key F2 to create a battery manufacturer.

2. For an existing battery manufacturer, use the ARROW

keys to scroll to the desired manufacturer and press EN-
TER. For a new manufacturer, press the create button.
2. With the ARROW keys, select MODEL.
3. Proceed to one of the three options below:
An alphanumeric display keypad appears on the upper screen
and a CREATE MODEL is displayed on the lower screen.
Changing A Reference Value Then press F2 key to create model.
Use this option to change the baseline reference value used
for testing.”
1. Use ARROW keys to highlight BATTERY MANAGER, and
press ENTER.
2. Use ARROW keys to highlight a manufacturer (or USER
VENDOR for an unlisted manufacturer), and press ENTER. Use the alphanumeric entry and then press soft key F2.

3. Use ARROW keys to highlight a model name. 3. Select TYPE

4. Press ENTER to accept. Battery detail screen appears. SELECT TYPE screen appears
Use ARROW keys to highlight reference and press EN-
TER.
5. EDIT REFERENCE screen appears. Use ARROW keys to
increment or decrement the reference value. Press F2 to
save.
Highlight Battery Type and press F2 soft key

Adding Jar Model Information CREATE REFERENCE screen appears

This option lets you add a jar or model to an existing

manufacturer in the Battery Manager.
1. With the ARROW keys, select a manufacturer and press
the ENTER key.
2. Press F2 to create models. Use ARROW keys to change the reference value and press F2
soft key to save.
3. Follow the onscreen prompts to insert the desired manu-
facturer information.
4. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to go exit

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Chapter 8: Utilities

The Utilities menu give you access to many of the de- Voltage Threshold
fault settings used for the various testing routines as 1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the voltage threshold
well as screen display settings and audible warnings. to edit and press the ENTER key.

Threshold

Selecting the THRESHOLDS icon enables you to set

the percentages of the reference value below which
a jar and string must fall to generate a WARN or a FAIL 2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the thresh-
notice on the printed test results. old value.
1. From the Main Menu highlight the UTILITY icon and press 3. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to return one
the SELECT ITEM soft key. screen without saving any changes.
2. Highlight the THRESHOLD icon and press the SELECT
ITEM soft key. Temperature Threshold
1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the temperature thresh-
The various plant, site, and string hierarchy appears on
old to edit and press the ENTER key.
the upper and lower screens.

2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the thresh-

old value.
3. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to return one
screen without saving any changes.

NOTE: Voltage, Temperature, and Conduc-

Conductance Threshold
tance thresholds can only be adjusted at the
string level. 1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the conductance
threshold to edit and press the ENTER key.
3. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the string you want to
set the threholds for and press the ENTER key.
EDIT THRESHOLD with three options appears on the
lower screen.

2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the thresh-

old value.
3. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to return one
screen without saving any changes.
4. Use the ARROW keys to select the threshold you wish to
edit and press the ENTER key. Or press the BACK soft key
Date/Time
to return to the Main Menu without saving your changes.
The DATE/TIME option will let you edit the tester's
internal date and time. The clock utility includes set-
tings for the analyzer’s 24-hour internal clock and for
the date and time, which are printed on test reports.
Although the date and time are set at the factory, you may
need to make changes based on your time zone.

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NOTE: By default the format of the date and time Mode

(MM/DD/YY or DD/MM/YY) is dependent of the lan-
guage chosen and cannot be changed with this utlity. The MODE utility let's you determine if the tester au-
tomatically tests the next battery in a sequence or
1. From the Main Menu highlight the UTILITY icon and press
stop and only proceed to the next battery when di-
the SELECT ITEM soft key.
rected manually.
2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the DATE/TIME icon,
The MODE utility has two test-start modes. AUTO START starts
and press ENTER. The EDIT DATE/TIME screen appears on
a test automatically when you connect to the next jar from the
the lower screen.
jar results screen. The setting allows you to keep your hands
free to use probes.
When MANUAL START is selected, the tester will prompt you
to press ENTER to begin a test after you connect to the jar.
1. From the Main Menu highlight the UTILITY icon and press
3. Use the right or left ARROW keys to select the character the SELECT ITEM soft key.
you want to change.
2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the MODE icon, and
4. Use the up or down ARROW keys to change the character press ENTER. The EDIT TEST-START MODE screen appears
or number. on the lower screen.
5. Press the SAVE soft key to save your changes or the BACK
soft key to return to the Main Menu without saving your
changes.

Language 3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the desired

setting.
The CELLTRON MAX can display screens and print re-
ports using seven selectable languages including: 4. Press the SAVE soft key to save your changes or the BACK
English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Chinese, soft key to return to the Main Menu without saving your
Japanese, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, and Arabic. changes.
1. From the Main Menu highlight the UTILITY icon and press
the SELECT ITEM soft key. Display
2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the LANGUAGE icon, The Display screen settings are where you can edit
and press ENTER. The SELECT LANGUAGE screen appears the contrast level, backlight time, and power-off time
on the lower screen. out default settings.
1. From the Main Menu highlight the UTILITY icon and press
the SELECT ITEM soft key.
2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the MODE icon, and
press ENTER. The EDIT DISPLAY screen appears on the
3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the desired lower screen.
language.
4. Press the SAVE soft key to save your changes or the BACK
soft key to return to the Main Menu without saving your
changes.

3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the parameter

you want to edit.

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Contrast Level Straps

1. With the ARROW keys, highlight the CONTRAST LEVEL
You can choose how strap readings are powered with
option and press the ENTER key. EDIT CONTRAST LEVEL
the options under the STRAPS icon.
appears on the lower screen. The top screen displays a
checkboard pattern you can use to preview your contrast
setting. Battery Option is used for combined battery conductance and
strap resistance measurements.
CELLTRON MAX option is used for measuring strap resistance
only.
1. From the Main Menu highlight the UTILITY icon and press
the SELECT ITEM soft key.
2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the STRAPS icon, and
press ENTER. The EDIT STRAP READINGS screen appears
on the lower screen.
2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the contrast
level with 10 being the darkest and 1 the lightest.
3. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to return one
screen without saving any changes.

3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the desired

Backlight Time
setting.
1. This option turns off the screen illumination after a select-
ed period of time to conserve the analyzer’s battery pack. 4. Press the SAVE soft key to save your changes or the BACK
Use the ARROW keys to highlight the BACKLIGHT TIME to soft key to return to the Main Menu without saving your
edit and press the ENTER key. changes.

Internal Battery
Pressing INTERNAL BATTERY will display the Internal
Battery screen which is where the user can view the
2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the BACK- charge status of the internal battery.
LIGHT TIME 1. From the Main Menu highlight the UTILITY icon and press
3. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to return one the SELECT ITEM soft key.
screen without saving any changes. 2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight INTERNAL BATTERY
screen, then press the F2 soft key.
Time Out
The TIME OUT function conserves power by shutting down
the tester after certain time interval has passed when the unit
is not being used. Use the TIME OUT function to determine
the amount of this time interval.
3. The internal battery screen appears. No changes can be
1. With the ARROW keys, highlight TIME OUT to edit and
made on this screen. Press the BACK soft key to return to
press the ENTER key.
the Main Menu.

2. Use the ARROW keys to increase or decrease the number

of minutes.
3. Press ENTER to save your changes or BACK to return one
screen without saving any changes.

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Speaker Units

The speaker function lets you adjust the speaker vol- 1. Use the ARROW keys to select the temperature units you
ume level of the tester. When a different level is se- want to use and press the ENTER key.
lected, the user will hear a tone which will help them
decide if they have chosen their desired level.
1. From the Main Menu highlight the UTILITY icon and press
the SELECT ITEM soft key.
2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the SPEAKER icon, and 2. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the desired
press ENTER. The EDIT SPEAKER volume screen appears temperature unit.
on the lower screen.
3. Press the SAVE soft key to save your changes or the BACK
soft key to return to the Main Menu without saving your
changes.

Test Mode
3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the desired The settings under TEST MODE determine whether the tester
volume. should take temperature measurement for each jar tested or
use one temperature measurement for an entire string.
4. Press the SAVE soft key to save your changes or the BACK
soft key to return to the Main Menu without saving your 1. Use the ARROW keys to select TEST MODE and press the
changes. ENTER key.

Temperature
Pressing TEMPERATURE will display the Temperature
screen which is where the user can choose the de-
fault temperature units and change the test mode for 2. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the desired
temperature. tester setting.
Temperature can be measured once at the start of testing a 3. Press the SAVE soft key to save your changes or the BACK
string of batteries or it can be measured for every jar. Select soft key to return to the Main Menu without saving your
Celsius or Fahrenheit as the unit of measure before setting changes.
your test parameters in BATTERY SETUP. The last saved TEMP
selection becomes the default unit of measure.
1. From the Main Menu highlight the UTILITY icon and press
the SELECT ITEM soft key.
2. Use the ARROW keys to highlight the TEMPERATURE icon,
and press ENTER. The EDIT TEMPERATURE screen appears
on the lower screen.

3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select the parameter

you want to edit.

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Quick Test Capac Mgr

Pressing ‘Quick Test’ will display the Quick Test screen The CAPAC MGR function is designed to manage tra-
which is where the user can set the voltage that will ditional capacity test process and assist in caputuring
be used for the Quick Test functionality. jar voltages during the testing process.
1. From the Main Menu highlight the UTILITY icon and press 1. Use the ARROW keys to select the GEN BAT press the
the SELECT ITEM soft key. ENTER key. The capacity test tool screen appears on the
2. Use the ARROW keys to select the TEST MODE and press lower screen.
the ENTER key. The EDIT QUICK TEST screen appears on
the lower screen.

2. Use the ARROW keys to input the duration of the test.

3. Use the ARROW keys to input the number of jars.
3. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select between 2 and
16 volts to the desired Quick Test default setting. 4. Use the ARROW keys to input the desired interal for volt-
age. The tester will begin testing the capacity test and
4. Press the SAVE soft key to save your changes or the BACK sound an alert once the voltages have been successfully
soft key to return to the Main Menu without saving your captured.
changes.

Gen Batt
Multi SP
The GEN BAT function is designed to quickly test a
The MULTI SP selects MULTI-FREQUENCY mode or
generator or fleet vehicle. Starting batteries are usu-
Traditional mode (ULTRA).
ally rated in Cold Cranking Amps (CCA).
1. Use the ARROW keys to select GEN BAT and press the EN-
TER key. The CRANKING BATTERY TEST screen appears on 1. Use the ARROW keys to highlight MULTI SCOPE option
the lower screen. and press ENTER.

2. Use the up or down ARROW keys to select between GEN-

ERATOR BATTERY and FLEET VEHICLE. Use ARROW keys to select mode and press F2 soft key to
save.
3. Press the SAVE soft key to save your changes or the BACK
soft key to return to the Main Menu without saving your
changes.

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Chapter 9: Hot Keys

Quick Test

The QUICK TEST hot key allows for a simple, single

unit measure voltage and conductance check with
any prior setup.

Test

The TEST hot key is simply a way to quickly access the

Test Menu.

Volume

The VOLUME hot key is used to adjust the tester's in-

ternal speaker volume.

Main Menu

Use the MAIN MENU hot key to jump directly to the

Main Menu screen at any time.

Retest

The RETEST hot key lets you quickly retest using the
last recorded jar/measurement parameters.

Skip Jar

The SKIP JAR hot key inserts a placeholder without

measurements into a string of battery tests.

Reports

Use the REPORTS hot key to go directly to the Reports

Menu.

Help

The HELP hot key gives direct access to assistance

and information for the testers active function.

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Chapter 9: Troubleshooting

The troubleshooting tips in this section will help you resolve Probe tip is bent or stops retracting
most testing and printing problems. For problems with the
To replace a damaged a probe tip:
printer, digital temperature gun, or the PC software application,
refer to their manuals or call Midtronics Customer Service for 1. Grasp the probe tip with pliers at the top of the sleeve.
assistance. (See Patents, Limited Warranty, Service.)
Screen does not power on during testing (no text/graphics)
 Check the connection to the jar. Do not damage probe when removing
from sleeve.
 The jar voltage might be too low (less than 1 volt) to test. Grasping the sleeve that encases the probe tip
 The analyzer’s battery pack might need to be recharged can damage the tip.
or replaced.
2. Pull the tip straight out.
Recharging the analyzer battery pack 3. Grasp the replacement tip with the pliers and insert it into
the sleeve.
Recharge the analyzer battery pack if:
 The display does not turn on when you press the POWER 4. Push the probe tip into a soft surface, such as cardboard,
button. until it hits the bottom of the sleeve.

 The screen displays: NOTE: To obtain replacement tips, contact

Midtronics Customer Service. (See Patents, Lim-
**Warning**
ited Warranty, Service.)
Internal Battery Low!
Replace Batteries Soon!
1. Insert the AC adapter plug into the connector as shown in Test Failure
Display, keypad, and connections in Chapter 2.
If the analyzer fails to advance to the next jar count, try to
2. Connect the power of the AC adapter to an AC outlet. retest.
3. Periodically turn on the analyzer and check if the charge Ensure clamps are connected and LEDs are off.
level indicator is black. When the battery pack is fully
charged, disconnect the adapter from the analyzer and Test results do not print or print incorrectly
the AC outlet.
 Check that the printer is on
NOTE: The maximum charge time is 3 to 4hours.
 Check that the tester IR transmitter are aligned
Do not overcharge.
 Check printer batteries
 Flourescent lights can affect IR transmission. Remove the
Replacing the analyzer battery pack tester from any flourescent lights and re-transmit.

If the screen does not power on after recharging, replace the

battery pack.
1. Press battery pack end tabs and pull battery pack.
2. Replace with charged battery pack.
If the problem persists, call Midtronics Customer Service.
(See Patents, Limited Warranty, Service.)

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PRINTER STATUS LED  Direct sunlight interferes with infrared data transmission/
receiving. If the printer is not receiving data, remove the
When a printer fault occurs, the STATUS LED flashes. You can
printer and the CELLTRON MAX from direct sunlight. If the
identify the fault by the number of sequential flashes:
printed characters are not clear or are partially missing,
recharge the battery and reprint.
Solutions
 Verify that a compatible communications protocol is
 If the IR transmitter and receiver are not aligned, all the
selected in the printer setup. IrDA Mode is compatible
data may not print. The infrared ports on the top of the
with the Midtronics printer (“IRDA Physical Layer” on the
analyzer and on the printer (below the MODE button)
printer’s self-test printout). Refer to the printer manual for
should be pointed directly at each other. The maximum
information.
distance for reliable transmission between the ports is 18
inches (45 cm).  If you are unable to print after ensuring the analyzer is
functioning, the printer is on, the batteries are good, and
To realign, press the BACK key to cancel the print. Verify align-
the IR transmitter and receiver are aligned, see the printer
ment between the analyzer and printer; then try to print
manual for further instructions or call Midtronics. (See
the test results again.
Patents, Limited Warranty, Service.)
 If the message PRINTING appears on the screen, but no
data are printing, press the BACK key to cancel the print.
Turn off the printer and charge the printer battery for at
least 15 minutes before attempting to print again. Align
the analyzer and printer IR transmitters and print again.
 Make sure the printer is on. The printer shuts off after
two minutes of inactivity to conserve the battery. To turn
the printer on, briefly press the MODE button. The green
STATUS light should turn on. Make sure you are using the
Midtronics printer provided with the CELLTRON MAX. Oth-
er printers may not be compatible.

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 Patents
The CELLTRON ULTRA Universal Stationary Battery Analyzer is made in the U.S.A. by Midtronics, Inc.
and is protected by one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 6633165; 6623314; 6621272; 6597150; 6586941; 6566883;
6556019; 6544078; 6534993; 6507196; 6497209, 6495990; 6469511; 6466026; 6466025; 6465908; 6456045; 6445158;
6441585; 6437957; 6424158; 6417669; 6392414; 6377031; 6363303; 6359441; 6351102; 6332113; 6331762; 6329793;
6323650; 6316914; 6313608; 6313607; 6310481; 6304087; 6294897; 6294896; 6262563; 6259254; 6249124; 6225808;
6222369; 6172505; 6172483; 6163156; 6137269; 6104167; 6091245; 6081098; 6051976; 6037777; 6037751; 6002238;
5945829; 5914605; 5871858; 5831435; 5821756; 5757192; 5656920; 5598098; 5592093; 5589757; 5585728; 5583416;
5574355; 5572136; 5469043; 5343380; 5140269; 4912416; 4881038; 4825170; 4816768; 4322685; 3909708; 387391;
and 387391. Other U.S. and Foreign patents issued and pending. This product may utilize technology exclusively
licensed to Midtronics, Inc. by Johnson Controls, Inc. and/or Motorola, Inc.

Limited Warranty
The CELLTRON MAX is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from date
of purchase. Midtronics will, at our option, repair or replace the unit with a remanufactured unit. This limited warranty
applies only to the CELLTRON ULTRA analyzer, and does not cover any other equipment, static damage, water damage,
overvoltage damage, dropping the unit, or damage resulting from extraneous causes including owner misuse.
Midtronics is not liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of this warranty. The warranty is void if
owner attempts to disassemble the unit or to modify the cable assembly.

Service
To obtain service, purchaser should contact Midtronics for a Return Authorization number, and return the unit to
Midtronics freight prepaid, Attention: RA# ________. Midtronics will service the analyzer and reship the next scheduled
business day following receipt, using the same type carrier and service as received. If Midtronics determines that the
failure was caused by misuse, alteration, accident, or abnormal condition of operation or handling, purchaser will be
billed for the repaired product and it will be returned freight prepaid with freight charges added to the invoice. Battery
analyzer beyond the warranty period are subject to the repair charges in effect at that time. Optional remanufacturing
service is available to return the tester to like-new condition. Out-of-warranty repairs will carry a 3-month warranty.
Remanufactured units purchased from Midtronics are covered by a 6-month warranty.

167-087B 3/10 2010 Midtronics, Inc. All rights reserved.

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