Do I need new batteries?

scottyb · 07-05-2009, 09:36 PM

Is it this one? Set it on 20VDC and re read the batteries individually or 200VDC and read the whole pack

dougmcp · 07-05-2009, 09:51 PM

On further investigation, your meter is auto ranging so you don't have to select a voltage, just put in the DC mode.
I found the info on the load test section of your instructions:
Page 6 Utem 12:
Battery Test Function: Four ranges and three LEDS (green,
yellow and red). Tests small batteries; 1.5V, 6V, 9V and 12V.
This does nothing to test golf cart batteries.

dougmcp · 07-05-2009, 09:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scottyb

Is it this one? Set it on 20VDC and re read the batteries individually or 200VDC and read the whole pack

There is no 20v or 200v DC mode on this unit it is auto ranging.

jcourtney986 · 07-05-2009, 10:17 PM

Yes, that first one is it. It did appear to be auto ranging. I'll try it again on the 20VDC.

I talked to the dealership that I bought it from, and he said he would do a load test if I would bring it out so I'll try to borrow a trailer and send my wife with the cart some time this week.

It seemed so easy to put it on 6v and see how each batter was performing. I was convinced that I needed new batteries, but maybe not?

dougmcp · 07-06-2009, 12:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jcourtney986

Yes, that first one is it. It did appear to be auto ranging. I'll try it again on the 20VDC.

?? There is no 20v on your meter, it's auto-ranging. Use the setting that says "DCV". The "RED" section 1 click clockwise from "OFF".
I'm just guessing here but I'm not sure you have a grasp on what your meter does and think you may want to take a few minutes and read the instructions that came with your meter.
You are only trying to read voltage with that thing, nothing else. The load test is not for any battery larger than the batteries in your TV remote control.

pggroves · 07-06-2009, 06:20 AM

Just a thought, but change the battery in the meter and check the readings again. Since pack doesn't equal individual readings I would suspect the battery in the meter or the interconnect cables/terminals.

Good luck.

jcourtney986 · 07-06-2009, 06:45 AM

Got it, learning the hard way. Just seemed so simple, but nothing is I guess. Tried to read the manual, but it was all French to me. Where is the "electric golf cart for dummies" book?

rusty1 · 07-06-2009, 08:38 AM

you have found the golf carts for dummies no book just pages and pages of reading all u have to do is ask

dock98 · 07-06-2009, 10:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rusty1

you have found the golf carts for dummies no book just pages and pages of reading all u have to do is ask

hear that.

jcourtney986 · 07-06-2009, 03:28 PM

A buddy of mine found a set of six Powerfast with 1yr warranty for $400 at Sam's?

07-05-2009, 09:51 PM	#12
dougmcp Gone Wild Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Roseville, CA Posts: 2,757	Re: Do I need new batteries? On further investigation, your meter is auto ranging so you don't have to select a voltage, just put in the DC mode. I found the info on the load test section of your instructions: Page 6 Utem 12: Battery Test Function: Four ranges and three LEDS (green, yellow and red). Tests small batteries; 1.5V, 6V, 9V and 12V. This does nothing to test golf cart batteries.

07-05-2009, 10:17 PM	#14
jcourtney986 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 35	Re: Do I need new batteries? Yes, that first one is it. It did appear to be auto ranging. I'll try it again on the 20VDC. I talked to the dealership that I bought it from, and he said he would do a load test if I would bring it out so I'll try to borrow a trailer and send my wife with the cart some time this week. It seemed so easy to put it on 6v and see how each batter was performing. I was convinced that I needed new batteries, but maybe not?

07-06-2009, 06:20 AM	#16
pggroves steeplejack x Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 3,382	Re: Do I need new batteries? Just a thought, but change the battery in the meter and check the readings again. Since pack doesn't equal individual readings I would suspect the battery in the meter or the interconnect cables/terminals. Good luck.

07-06-2009, 06:45 AM	#17
jcourtney986 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 35	Re: Do I need new batteries? Got it, learning the hard way. Just seemed so simple, but nothing is I guess. Tried to read the manual, but it was all French to me. Where is the "electric golf cart for dummies" book?

07-06-2009, 08:38 AM	#18
rusty1 Gone Wild Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: cochran georgia Posts: 300	Re: Do I need new batteries? you have found the golf carts for dummies no book just pages and pages of reading all u have to do is ask

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07-06-2009, 03:28 PM	#20
jcourtney986 Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 35	Re: Do I need new batteries? A buddy of mine found a set of six Powerfast with 1yr warranty for $400 at Sam's?

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