Pinpoint Test A: Battery Condition Test

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A1 TEST THE BATTERY CONDITION
NOTE: No battery with a red test-eye should be replaced. The red eye only means 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 Battery Analyzer.
- Is the battery OK?
- Yes : If the meter reads GOOD BATTERY, RETURN the battery to service. REFER to CHARGING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
  If the meter reads GOOD-RECHARGE, CHARGE the battery and RETURN it to service. REFER to CHARGING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
  
  If the meter reads CHARGE & RETEST, fully CHARGE and RETEST the battery.
- No : If the meter reads REPLACE BATTERY, INSTALL a new battery.
  If the meter reads BAD CELL-REPLACE, INSTALL a new battery.