R NEHS0764

July 1999

TOOL
OPERATING
MANUAL
Using the 177-2330 Battery Analyzer

SMCS: 0785
Table of Contents Specifications
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......2 Specification Chart
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......2 Description Specification
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......3 Battery Rating Range 50 to 4,000 Cold Cranking Amps
Connecting and Operating Battery (CCA)
Analyzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 65 to 5,000 Cranking Amps (CA)
6 to 500 Amp Hours (A-Hr)
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
DC Voltmeter Range 1.0 to 14 V
Warranty and Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Voltmeter Accuracy ±0.1 V
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Power Source 9 Volt Battery or Test Battery
Test Time 20 Seconds

Introduction Reverse Polarity Protection Yes

Over Voltage Protection Yes
The 177-2330 Battery Analyzer will quickly test Analyzer Cable Length 815 mm (32 in)
any 6 or 12 Volt battery with a:
Size 210 x 140 x 38 mm
50 to 4000 Cold Cranking Amp (CCA),
(8.25 x 5.5 x 1.5 in)
65 to 5000 Cranking Amp (CA), or
6 to 500 Amp Hour (A-Hr) capacity. Weight 0.68 kg (1.5 lbs)
Operating Temp. Range 0 to 50°C (32 to 120°F)
The test can be completed in just 20 seconds
Storage Temperature Range -20 to 70°C (0 to 160°F)
and determines whether the battery is good,
bad, or in need of recharge. The analyzer
even works on batteries discharged down to
one Volt.
Features
• Quickly and accurately test the condition of
6 and 12 Volt batteries (even discharged to
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as low as one volt). Checks for full state
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• Saves time and money by allowing dealers

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to test the condition of a battery while the
customer is present (works great for
warranty claims).
• Eliminates the need to charge and
discharge a battery to test its condition.
• Compensates for cold temperatures when
0764-01 testing batteries in extreme conditions.
Illustration 1. 177-2330 Battery Analyzer. • Power-down feature prolongs battery life in
the analyzer.

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Safety
Always stand back from a battery during
testing. Automotive batteries contain sulfuric
acid and can produce explosive gases that
may result in serious injury. To prevent ignition
of gases, keep lighted tobacco, sparks, flames,
and other ignition sources away from the
battery at all times.
Do not test a frozen battery, it may explode.
Allow the battery to warm up before attempting
any testing.
Do not spray liquids on the battery analyzer.
Liquids may enter the analyzer and cause
permanent damage to the electrical
components. Flammable liquids may cause an
explosion.
Wear an American National Standards Institute
(ANSI) approved eye shield when testing
batteries. Provide ventilation and have water
available for eye or body flushing should any
battery acid splash on you.
NOTICE
Do not remove the test leads while the battery
test is running. This could cause damage to the
analyzer.
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Operating Instruction
Connecting the Analyzer
Before the analyzer is connected, make sure
the battery cables and terminals are clean.
Clean all dirty and/or corroded parts with a
wire brush, if necessary.
1. Clamp the black load lead to the negative
(–) battery terminal on the vehicle.
2. Clamp the red load lead to the positive (+)
battery terminal on the vehicle.
3. Wiggle the clamps back and forth to
ensure a good connection is made on both
sides of each clamp.
Test Procedure
Before testing a battery, turn the ignition, all
accessories, and loads OFF. Close the vehicle
doors. Allow the battery to stabilize for one
minute, then begin the battery test. If the
battery was recently recharged, allow three
minutes for the battery to stabilize before
beginning a battery test.
1. If the battery temperature is less than 0°C
(32°F ), press the MODE key to select the
“Cold Battery Test”. If the battery is frozen,
allow it to warm up above 0°C (32°F )
before testing.
Do not test a frozen battery, it may explode.
Allow the battery to warm up above 0°C (32°F )
before attempting any testing.
2. Follow the directions given by the Display 4. Press the MODE key and select one of the
Screens. battery amp rating choices: Cold Cranking
Amp Rating (CCA), Cranking Amp Rating
a. Connect the clamps and press the
(CA), or Battery Amp Hours Rating (A-HR).
“GO” key.
The battery rating is usually found on the
top of the battery. Press the up or down
CONNECT CLAMPS arrow key to select the proper battery
capacity.

PRESS 'GO' 00.00V

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Battery Test Start Screen. CCA = 550 'GO'
b. Select the battery voltage (6 or 12 MODE CHG UNITS
Volts). This message is displayed only 0764-05
if the actual battery Voltage is less than Cold Cranking Amp Rating (CCA) Display Screen.
6 Volts.

IS IT A 6V BAT? CA = 550 'GO'

YES NO (GO) MODE CHG UNITS
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Low Voltage Display Screen.
Cranking Amp Rating (CA) Display Screen.

c. Select the “Cold Battery Test”, if

necessary.
A-HR 60 'GO'
COLD BATT TEST
MODE CHG UNITS
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PRESS 'GO' XX.40V Battery Amp Hours Rating (A-HR) Display Screen.
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Cold Battery Test Display Screen.

3. Press the GO key to begin testing. Two

loads are placed on the battery, then a
short recovery time takes place before the
finish of the test.

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5. Press the GO key and the analyzer display
will show the condition of the battery (good,
low charge, charge and retest, or bad).
The state of the battery charge (shown as a
percent of battery charge capacity
remaining) will also be displayed.
GOOD BATTERY
6. Remove the test clamps from the battery
posts when the test is finished and press
the OFF key on the analyzer.
Maintenance
Test Leads
Clean the test leads with a mild detergent.
Clean the clamp ends with a small wire brush.

CHARGE 85%
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Internal Battery Replacement
Battery Pass. The 177-2330 Battery Analyzer has an internal
The battery is capable of holding a charge. 9 Volt battery which is used to power the
analyzer when the battery being tested has a
voltage of less than 9 Volts. The internal
battery also powers the analyzer before it is
GOOD/LOW CHARGE connected to the battery being tested. If the
analyzer does not Power On without being
connected to a test battery, the internal battery
CHARGE 15% may need to be replaced. Follow the
0764-09 instructions listed below to replace the internal
Battery Pass / Low Charge. battery.
The battery is good, but should be recharged. 1. Locate and open the battery door on the
bottom of the analyzer.
2. Remove the old battery and replace it with
CHARGE & RETEST a 1U-9534 Alkaline 9 Volt Battery.
3. Close the battery door on the bottom of the
analyzer.
CHARGE 0%
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Charge And Retest.
The battery condition cannot be determined until it is fully
charged. If this message appears after the battery is
fully charged, the battery is bad.

BAD BATTERY

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Bad Battery.
The battery will not hold a charge and should be
replaced.

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Warranty and Repair The foregoing warranty is in lieu of all other
warranties, expressed or implied, including but
Service not limited to any implied warranty of
merchantability, fitness, or adequacy for any
If the 177-2330 Battery Analyzer does not particular purpose or use. Caterpillar shall not
operate properly, replace the 1U-9534 Alkaline be liable for any special, incidental, or
9V Battery and recheck the operation. If it still consequential damages, whether in contract,
does not operate properly, it can be sent back tort, or otherwise.
to Caterpillar for repair.
For warranty service or repairs of your
Warranty Caterpillar 177-2330 Battery Analyzer, contact
SPX Corporation. SPX Corporation Repair
Caterpillar warrants this instrument to be free Center information is listed below. Please
from defects in material and workmanship include a note describing the problem with the
under normal use and service for a period of tool when sending it in for repair.
one year from the date of purchase. This
warranty extends only to the original SPX Corporation
purchaser. This warranty shall not apply to Wayland Facility
fuses, disposable batteries, or any product or Attention: Depot Repair
parts which have been subject to misuse, 801 South Main Street
neglect, accident, or abnormal conditions of Wayland, MI 49348
operation. 1-800-833-3377 Option 4, Option 1
In the event of failure of a product covered by
this warranty, Caterpillar will repair and
calibrate the instrument returned to an
authorized Service Facility within one year of
the original purchase, provided the warrantor’s
examination discloses to its satisfaction that
the product was defective. The customer pays
the freight to the Service Facility and the
Service Facility pays for the freight back. The
warrantor may, at its option, replace the
product in lieu of repair. With regards to any
instrument returned within one year of the
original purchase, said repairs or replacement
will be made without charge. If the failure has
been caused by misuse, neglect, accident, or
abnormal conditions of operation, or if the
warranty period has expired, repairs will be
billed at a nominal cost. In such cases, an
estimate will be submitted before work is
started, if requested.
This warranty is exclusive, and Caterpillar
makes no other warranty of any kind
whatsoever, expressed or implied, with respect
to the products manufactured and sold by it,
whether as to merchantability, fitness for a
particular purpose, or any other matter. No
agent, employee, or representative of
Caterpillar has any authority to bind Caterpillar
to any affirmation, representation, or warranty
concerning Caterpillar products or parts,
except as previously stated.

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NOTES

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