ANENG BT173 Universal Battery Tester User Manual

1. Nhanganyaya

The ANENG BT173 Battery Tester is a versatile and compact device designed for evaluating the charge status and voltage of a wide range of household batteries. This manual provides detailed instructions for the safe and effective use of your BT173 battery tester, ensuring accurate measurements and prolonging the life of your batteries by identifying those that are still usable.

Figure 1: ANENG BT173 Battery Tester

This battery checker is an essential tool for any household, helping to reduce waste by determining whether a battery is still functional or needs replacement.

2. Chigadzirwa Pamusoroview

2.1 Mamiriro Akakosha

• Wide Compatibility: Tests AA, AAA, C, D, 9V (6F22), 1.5V button cells, 12V (23A), and various 3.7V lithium batteries (18650, 26650, 21700, 14500, 10440, 16340).
• Dual Range Display: Features a clear digital display showing both voltage and a battery level bar for easy interpretation.
• Kushanda Kwemushandisi: Provides immediate status indication (poor, weak, good) upon battery insertion.
• Dhizaini Isina Bhatiri: The tester operates without its own power source, drawing minimal power directly from the battery being tested.
• Compact uye Inotakurika: Lightweight (approximately 33 grams) and small, designed for easy carrying and storage.

2.2 Chikamu Kuzivikanwa

Figure 2: Labeled Components of the BT173 Battery Tester

The ANENG BT173 features clearly marked contact points and a digital display for intuitive use. Key components include:

• Battery Value Display: Shows the precise voltage kuverenga.
• Battery Bar Display: Provides a visual indication of the battery's charge level.
• 18650/21700/26650 /D Type Battery Positive Electrode: Top slot for larger cylindrical batteries.
• C/AA/14500 Battery Positive Electrode: Side slot for C, AA, and 14500 batteries.
• AAA/10440 Battery Positive Electrode: Side slot for AAA and 10440 batteries.
• N/16340 Battery Positive Electrode: Side slot for N and 16340 batteries.
• 1.55V Button Battery Contact: Circular indentation for button cells.
• 12V 23A / 9V 6F22 Battery Detection Area: Bottom port for 9V and 12V batteries.
• Battery Negative Contact Piece: Spring-loaded contact for the negative terminal of cylindrical batteries.

3. Setup

The ANENG BT173 Battery Tester requires no external power source or complex setup. It is ready for use directly out of the packaging. Simply ensure the device is clean and free from debris before testing.

4. Operating Instructions

To test a battery, align its positive (+) and negative (-) terminals with the corresponding contact points on the tester. The tester will automatically power on and display the battery status.

4.1 General Testing Procedure

1. Identify the type of battery you wish to test.
2. Locate the appropriate testing slot or contact area on the BT173 tester for your battery type.
3. Carefully insert the battery, ensuring the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals make firm contact with the tester's electrodes. For cylindrical batteries, the spring-loaded negative contact will adjust.
4. Observe the digital display. It will show the battery's voltage and a graphical battery level indicator.
5. Interpret the results: The display will indicate if the battery is 'Poor', 'Weak', or 'Good'. If the battery is completely depleted, the screen will not display any voltage.

Figure 3: Testing various battery types

4.2 Testing Specific Battery Types

The BT173 is designed with multiple interfaces to accommodate different battery sizes and types:

• 1.5V Cylindrical Batteries (AA, AAA, C, D, N): Place the positive end into the corresponding notched slot on the side or top, and the negative end against the spring-loaded contact at the bottom.
• 1.5V Button Cells: Place the button cell into the circular indentation labeled 'Button cell' with the positive side facing up.
• 3.7V Lithium Batteries (18650, 26650, 21700, 14500, 10440, 16340): Insert the battery into the appropriate notched slot (top for larger sizes, side for smaller) ensuring correct polarity.
• 9V (6F22) and 12V (23A) Batteries: Use the dedicated port at the bottom of the tester. Align the positive and negative terminals of the battery with the contacts in this port.

Figure 4: Using the dedicated 9V/12V battery detection area

Figure 5: Comprehensive guide to testing multiple battery types

5. Kuchengeta

The ANENG BT173 Battery Tester requires minimal maintenance to ensure its longevity and accurate performance.

• Kuchenesa: Pukuta chigadziro nemucheka wakapfava, wakaoma. Usashandise abrasive cleaners kana solvents.
• Kuchengeta: Chengeta chinhu chinoedza munzvimbo inotonhorera, yakaoma kure nezuva rakananga uye tembiricha yakanyanya.
• Kubata: Dzivisa kudonhedza mudziyo kana kuuisa pakukuvadzwa kwakasimba, sezvo izvi zvinogona kukuvadza zvikamu zvemukati.
• Hapana Zvikamu Zvinoshandiswa Nemushandisi: Do not attempt to open or repair the tester yourself. This could void any potential warranty and may cause damage to the device.

6. Kugadzirisa matambudziko

If you encounter issues with your ANENG BT173 Battery Tester, refer to the following common troubleshooting steps:

7. Zvinotsanangurwa

• Muenzaniso: BT173
• Brand: ANENG
• Mhando dzebhatiri dzinotsigirwa:
  • 1.5V: AA, AAA, C, D, N, Button Cells
  • 9V: 6F22
  • 12V: 23A
  • 3.7V Lithium: 18650, 26650, 21700, 14500, 10440, 16340
• Ratidza: Dual-screen digital display (Voltage and Battery Level Bar)
• Kunobva Simba: Battery-free (draws power from tested battery)
• Kurema Inenge 33 gramu
• Zviyero (Zvakangoita):
  • Kureba: 10.5 cm (4.13 inches)
  • Kureba: 8.2 cm (3.22 inches)
  • Thickness: 1.42 cm (0.55 inches)

Mufananidzo 6: Zviyero zvechigadzirwa

8. Warranty uye Tsigiro

Warranty information for the ANENG BT173 Battery Tester is not provided in this manual. For details regarding warranty coverage, returns, or technical support, please refer to the product packaging, the retailer's website where the product was purchased, or contact ANENG customer service directly.

Manufacturer: ANENG