Electrical System Quick Checks
Testing the Battery (Open Circuit Test)
Use a multimeter to measure the voltage between the battery terminals; refer to
Battery Test Table (page 6–15)
.
Set the multimeter to the DC volts settings. The battery must be at a temperature
of 16°C to 38°C (60°F to 100°F). Ensure that the key is in the O
FF
position and
all the accessories are turned off.
Connect the positive (+) multimeter lead to the positive battery post and negative
(-) multimeter lead to the negative battery post.
Measure and record the battery voltage. Use the
Battery Test Table (page 6–15)
to determine charge level of the battery.
Note:
This test provides a relative condition of the battery. The load testing of
the battery provides additional and more accurate information; refer to
the Battery (page 6–81)
.
Battery Test Table
Voltage Measured
Battery Charge Level
12.68 V (or higher)
Fully charged (100%)
12.45 V
75% charged
12.24 V
50% charged
12.06 V
25% charged
11.89 V
0% charged
Testing the Charging System
This is a simple test that determines if a charging system is functioning. It tells
you if the charging system has an output, but not its capacity.
Tool required: Digital multimeter to set DC volts.
Test instructions: Connect the positive (+) multimeter lead to the positive battery
post and negative (-) multimeter lead to the negative battery post. Keep the test
leads connected to the battery posts and record the battery voltage.
Note:
When starting the engine, the battery voltage drops and then must
increase once the engine is running.
Note:
Depending upon the condition of the battery charge and battery
temperature, the battery voltage increases at different rates as the battery
charges.
Start the engine and run it at high-idle speed. Allow the battery to charge for a
minimum time of 3 minutes. Record the battery voltage.
Note:
After running the engine for a minimum time of 3 minutes, the battery
voltage must be minimum 0.50 V higher than that of the initial battery voltage.
Refer to the
Battery Voltage Table (page 6–16)
for an example of a charging
system that is functioning.
Groundsmaster
®
3280-D/3320
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Electrical System: Electrical System Quick Checks
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Summary of Contents for Groundsmaster 3280-D
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