Tester Maintenance; Firmware Update; Cleaning And Care; Major Faults And Troubleshooting Techniques - Gauss BT030 Manual Del Usuario

3. Start the car engine and reset the load. Wait until the
engine operates steadily at idle.
WARNING! Testing of the alternator in a car should
be performed on promises equipped with combined
extract and input ventilation or fume offtake system.
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Alternatively, all the measurements should be carried
out outdoor.
WARNING! It is prohibited to exit the testing mode
when engine is running. Otherwise it will result in a
sharp surge of voltage generated by the alternator.
WARNING! In case of spontaneous disconnection
of the black ("B-", battery negative terminal) and/ or
red ("B+, battery positive terminal) clamp it is strictly
prohibited to connect it again when the engine is
running.
4. Use "-V" and "+V" buttons to change the alternator volta-
ge in the range between 13.2V and 14.8V. The measured
voltage (displayed is green) should change in proportion to
a possible deviation by ±0,2V.
5. Use "-V" and "+V" buttons to set any voltage in the range
between 13.2V and 14.8V on the alternator. Increase the
crankshaft rotation speed up to average rpm. In this case,
the voltage value displayed on the device screen must not
change (possible value fluctuations with a tolerance of
±0,2V are the norm).
6. Without reducing the crankshaft speed, increase the
load in the alternator by switching on headlights and other
lighting units. The voltage value displayed on the device
screen must not change (possible voltage reduction is by
0.3V).
7. Shut the engine off.
8. Disconnect the BT030 Tester terminals.
9. Failure of one the operational requirements described
in items 2.1, 4, 5 and 6 of the manual, signs the alternator
malfunction.

6. TESTER MAINTENANCE

The BT030 Tester is designed for a long-therm
operation 24/7. However, to ensure the test bench uptime,
it is necessary to provide regular technical inspection and
below described routine maintenance of the device.
Below are the main points that should be checked during
a daily inspection:
• Environmental conditions for the tester operation (tempe-
rature, humidity, air pollution, vibration, etc.).
• Condition of the wires that should be connected to the
device outputs (visual inspection).
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• Do not store or use the device in places exposed to high
temperature, humidity, danger of explosion or fire, strong
magnetic field. Exposure to dampness may degrade the
product´s performance.
6.1 Tester Software Update
Update BT030 software as follows:
- Download a new version of the software.
*File with the latest software version can always be
found on our website: www.gauss.com.br
- Copy it to the root of 32GB MicroSD drive formatted in
FAT32.
- Switch the tester off and insert the drive into the MicroSD
connector of the device.
- Switch the tester on by connecting the red wire to the
battery plus and the black one to its minus, or connect the
device to 12V DC power supply.
- On launch, the device will automatically detect a new ver-
sion of the software and start the installation.
- Wait until the installation is completed.
WARNING! Do not interrupt the sotware update
process by disconnecting the unit or removing the
MicroSD drive.
- The device will boot up upon finishing the installation.
- Switch the device off.
- Extract the MicroSD.

6.2 Cleaning and Care

Soft tissues or wipe cloths should be used to cle-
an the surface of the device with neutral detergents. The
display should be cleaned with a special fiber cloth and a
screen cleaning spray. No abrasives or solvents should be
used to prevent corrosion, failure or damage to the tester.
7. MAJOR FAULT AND TROUBLESHOOTING
TECHNIQUES
Possible malfunctions and ways to fix them are
described in the below table:
Failure symptom Potential Cause
1. The tester fails to be 1.1 Poor contact with the
switched on or Tested dignostic connector.
parameters are dis- 1.2 Diagnostic cable is
played incorrectly. broken.
1.3 Incorrect or poor
connection to the gene-
rator connectors.
2. The display doesn´t 2.1 The touch screen is
respond to the damaged.
operator´s touch.
3. Dignostics fails to be 3.1 Operating system
launched. malfunction.
Tester for Automotive Alternators BT030 Manual
Troubleshooting tips
1.1 Check the connector
for secure fixation.
1.2 Check dagnostic
cable. Replace with new.
1.3 Restore the contact.
2.1 Contact the service
department.
3.1 Contact the service
department.