Testing With VOLVO Battery Analyzer 3100/3200

Fig 1: Identifying Volvo Battery Analyzer 3100/3200

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS CORPORATION

Volvo Battery Analyzer 3100/3200 is used to test batteries as follows

Volvo Battery Analyzer 3100/3200 is used to test the battery. The following is a description of how the tool is used and the text shown in the display.

For further instructions, see the separate instruction card supplied with Volvo Battery Analyzer 3100/3200.

Setting the language

Set the language according to the instructions on the separate instruction card. English must be selected for markets where the relevant language cannot be selected for Volvo Battery Analyzer 3100/3200.

The display when testing batteries

Connect the tool cables directly to the battery.

The start window (below) is displayed for 3 seconds:


	VOLVO 3100/3200 VERSION 1.0

NOTE:

The test tool must always be connected directly to the battery posts or to the cable terminals on the battery leads. The resistance of the battery leads may affect the readings and provide incorrect results if the tool is connected anywhere other than in the engine compartment.

Scroll to select whether the test will take place inside or outside the vehicle (see the instruction card). Outside the car means that the battery is not connected to the vehicle's electrical system. Then press ENTER (see the instruction card).

NOTE:

It is important that the correct test mode is selected (inside or outside the vehicle) to obtain accurate results.


	SELECT TEST ↑↓ IN-VEHICLE ←


	SELECT TEST ↑↓ OUT-OF-VEHICLE ←

Then select whether the battery to be tested is a genuine Volvo battery or another make.


	BATTERY TYPE ↑↓ VOLVO BATTERY ←


	BATTERY TYPE ↑↓ NON-VOLVO ←

Establish the test standard by checking the markings on the battery. CCA/SAE and DIN tests use different standards. Select the test standard. Press ENTER.

NOTE:

North American dealers must always select the CCA test

NOTE:

It is essential that the battery markings are read correctly (i. e. whether the cold cranking amperes is listed according to the CCA/SAE or DIN standard. This is listed on the label on the battery. See BATTERY MARKING .


	SELECT MODE ↑↓ BY CCA←


	SELECT MODE ↑↓ BY DIN (A) ←

Scroll to the relevant value for the cold cranking amperes (cold cranking amperes according to CCA/SAE or DIN - listed on the battery). Press ENTER:


	SELECT RATING ↑↓ 500 A ←

NOTE:

The following display applies only to North America


	SELECT RATING ↑↓ 500 CCA ←

The instrument now analyzes the battery and one of the following is displayed:


	* TESTING * 500 A (SAE)


	* TESTING * 500 A (DIN)

When the analysis is complete, the instrument will display one of the following results:


	xxxx V GOOD BATTERY


	xxxx V GOOD-RECHARGE


	xxxx V CHARGE & RETEST


	xxxx V REPLACE BATTERY


	xxxx V BAD CELL-REPLACE

NOTE:

The text describes the condition of the battery.

The voltage displayed is an indication of the charge status of the battery.

After displaying the above result, the test instrument will shift between this result and the charge status. The state of charge (%) is displayed in intervals of 25 %.

NOTE:

The window for the state of charge is only displayed when testing VOLVO batteries.

GOOD BATTERY

If GOOD BATTERY is displayed, the following text for the state of charge will be shown:


	STATE OF CHARGE: 75-100%

GOOD-RECHARGE / CHARGE & RETEST

If GOOD-RECHARGE or CHARGE & RETEST is displayed, one of the following alternatives for the state of charge will be shown in the display:


	STATE OF CHARGE: 0-25%


	STATE OF CHARGE: 25-50%


	STATE OF CHARGE: 50-75%

CHARGE & RETEST means that the battery must be recharged and then tested again. The battery must be discarded if the same result is obtained.

REPLACE BATTERY / BAD CELL-REPLACE

If REPLACE BATTERY or BAD CELL-REPLACE is displayed, the following text for the state of charge will be shown:


	STATE OF CHARGE: REPLACE BATTERY

REPLACE BATTERY means that the battery must be discarded.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS OF THE VOLVO BATTERY ANALYZER 3100/3200

Test code

The INFORMATION (i) button (see the instruction card) can be pressed at any time when reading off the test results or state of charge to read off the test code. Press INFORMATION again to return to test results or state of charge. The test code is used when making warranty claims.


	TEST CODE XXXX XXXX

NOTE:

The test code is only accessible when testing genuine VOLVO batteries.

If the INFORMATION button is pressed after testing a battery other than a VOLVO original battery, the following message is displayed:


	NON-VOLVO BATTERY TEST

Charging code

The ENTER button (see the instruction card) can be pressed at any time when reading off test results or the state of charge to obtain the charging code. Press ENTER again to return to the test results or state of charge.


	CHARGE CODE XX

NOTE:

This function is not used at present.

Eliminating surface charging

When testing in the car is selected and the tester detects surface charge, a message will be displayed requesting that the headlamps are switched on to remove the surface charge. For an explanation of surface charging, see SURFACE CHARGING .


	1/ SURFACE CHARGE DETECTED


	2/ TURN KEY ON HEADLAMPS ON


	3/ LOAD ON DETECTED


	4/ TURN KEY OFF HEADLAMPS OFF


	5/ LOAD OFF DETECTED

After the tester has detected that the surface charge has gone, it will automatically carry out the test and display the results as described previously.


	RETESTING 500 A (SAE)


	RETESTING 500 A (DIN)

If the surface charge is not removed correctly, a warning window will be displayed, followed by a message. These two windows will be displayed for 3 seconds each, followed by an appropriate remedy as in windows 2 and 4 above.


	* WARNING * .


	LOAD ON NOT DETECTED


	LOAD OFF NOT DETECTED

If this sequence is repeated for more than 30 seconds, the following window will be displayed. The tester must then be disconnected from the battery, reconnected and the test started from the beginning again.


	DISCONNECT AND RETEST

Testing before or after charging

To obtain a more exact test result, the tester will ask if it is testing before or after charging. Select the correct alternative. Then press the ENTER button (see the instruction card).


	SELECT MODE ↑↓ BEFORE CHARGE ←


	SELECT MODE ↑↓ AFTER CHARGE ←

Detecting system noise

If the tester detects system noise from the control modules, ignition system or another consumer the following message will be displayed. Switch off as many power consuming components as possible. The tester will retest automatically.


	SYSTEM NOISE CHECK LOADS


	RETESTING 500 A (SAE)


	RETESTING 500 A (DIN)

Temperature compensation

If the tester determines that the battery temperature may affect the test result, the following message is displayed. Check the temperature of the battery. Then select above or below 0°C (32°F). Then press ENTER (see the instruction card) to continue the test.

In cold conditions, measure the temperature of the battery container.


	BATTERY TEMP. ↑↓ ABOVE 0°C ←


	BATTERY TEMP. ↑↓ BELOW 0°C ←

The retest window will be displayed and then the test result.


	RETESTING 500 A (SAE)


	RETESTING 500 A (DIN)

Protection against 24-volt systems

If for any reason an attempt is made to test a battery other than a 12 volt battery, or if an attempt is made to test both the 12 volt batteries in a 24-volt system at the same time, the following warning window will be displayed:


	NON 12 VOLT BATTERY DETECTED

Message to check the connections

If a good connection to the battery is not obtained, the following message will be displayed. If this is the case, check the connections by working the cable terminals on the test tool forwards and backwards.


	CHECK CONNECTION .