Argus AA400 User Manual

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PN: 400-2101 Rev.03-1106
Digital Battery Analyzer for 12V storage
batteries, cranking batteries, charging
systems and starting systems.
Analyseur numérique de batterie pour
batteries d’accumulateurs 12V, batteries
de démarrage, systèmes de charge et
systèmes de démarrage.
Digitales Batterieanalysegerät für
12V-Speicherbatterien, Starterbatterien,
Ladesysteme und Startsysteme.
Digitale accutester voor 12 Volt
verbruiksaccu’s, startaccu’s,
oplaadsystemen en startsystemen.
Analizador digital de baterías de
almacenamiento 12V, baterías de arranque
y sistemas de carga y arranque.
Tester digitale per accumulatori a 12V,
batterie di avviamento, sistemi di carica
ed avviamento.
User Manual for models
Manuel de l’utilisateur pour les modèles
Benutzerhandbuch für die Modelle
Gebruikershandleiding voor de volgende modellen
Manual del usuario para modelos
Manuale utente per i modelli
AA300, AA350, AA400, AA500P

Argus AA400 Specifications

General

Brand	Argus
Model	AA400
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English

Summary

Battery Safety Information

Basic Safety Guidelines

Essential safety precautions for testing batteries, including jewelry removal and terminal cleaning.

AA Series Technical Limitations

Argus Analyzer Tour

Display Overview

Explanation of the different sections and indicators on the analyzer's display screen.

Navigation

Navigating Test Setup and Results

Instructions on using buttons to select values, initiate tests, and view results.

One Time Setup (AA500P only)

Performing a Battery Test

Connection Procedure

Steps for correctly connecting the analyzer clamps to the battery terminals for testing.

Test Setup Configuration

Steps for configuring analyzer settings before performing a battery test.

Setting Battery Type

Instructions on selecting the correct battery type for accurate test results.

Set Battery Rating Standard

Selecting the Battery Rating Standard

Guide to choosing the correct standard (SAE, DIN, EN, IEC) for battery rating.

Testing

Basic Diagnostic Test

Overview of the initial diagnostic test performed after setup.

Basic Diagnostic Test Results

State of Charge (SoC) Interpretation

Understanding the battery's charge level and recommendations based on SoC.

Battery Defect Detection

Identifying and responding to detected battery cell defects.

Battery Life Test Results

AA350, AA400, AA500P Results

Understanding battery life as a percentage for advanced models.

Interpreting Battery Life Test Results

End of Life Battery Diagnosis

Identifying batteries at the end of their service life based on performance.

Low Battery Life Indication

Understanding and acting on batteries with reduced remaining life.

Cranking Performance Test

Interpreting Cranking Performance Results

Understanding the battery's ability to start an engine.

Crank Failure Immanent Alert

Recognizing and responding to an imminent battery failure during cranking.

Cranking Performance Interpretation Details

Weak Cranking Health Status

Identifying batteries with reduced cranking power and recommended actions.

Alternator System Check - Not Working

Identifying issues when the alternator is not producing adequate voltage.

Reviewing Results

Cranking Health Test Results (CH)

Battery Life Test Results (BL)

Service (AA500P only)

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions for common problems like the analyzer not turning on or giving inconsistent results.

Quick Testing Guide: AA300, AA350, AA400, AA500P

Safety Precautions

Essential safety steps before connecting and testing a battery.

Connecting the Analyzer

Step-by-step guide for connecting the battery analyzer to the battery.

Setup Process

Configuration steps for battery type and rating standard.

Interpreting Test Results

Setting the Test Report Headline Text

Compatibility

Connection / Disconnection

Connecting the Printer

Procedure for attaching the thermal printer to the AA500P analyzer.

Disconnecting the Printer

Procedure for detaching the thermal printer from the AA500P analyzer.

Printer Language Selection

Set Year, Date, and Time

Operation

Printing Test Results

Instructions on how to send test results to the printer.

Loading Paper into the Printer