Does this unit have the ability to check an alternator? I was looking at the craftsman Die Hard Platinum model but like the price of this unit better.
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We generally just use multimeters and/or Hydrometers to check batteries, I don't think this has that capability.It's great for charging though.
1289945
We generally just use multimeters and/or Hydrometers to check batteries, I don't think this has that capability. It's great for charging though.
323792
This simple tester is completely accurate, I own a battery store and I have some different testers, This is the most accurate to detect a bad cell, at the begining, there is one thing that this tester doesn't do: it doesn't test the alternator, but if you are looking for a simple accurate tester, it is your best choice.
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Yes it will. This is a universal tachometer and can be be set to the motors signal. Since you have a 2 stroke it will most likely be a 6 pole signal to the tach. Check factory specs for your alternator type. This tach is adjustable to all common engine signals.
729004
The picture shows a Craftsman but I received a Liftmaster. However, it works with the Craftsman unit. No problems.
2080498
No , It's for checking engine management only.It won't check or allow setting of anything else, wish it would !!! Hope this was helpful.
2107560
Yes, the only thing you have to check for is the wiring for the trunk release from the alarm, and check what pulse is trhows out - or +, and have wire with a relay, you can google a diagram on how to do it,if you dont want to pay,
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Yes but you have to buy some terminals that will work with your alternator. Bigger gauge more power less resistance. Id upgrade the battery to a deep cycle battery xs power is what I would recommend.
339756
Yes! actually its a great tool for measuring if you motor is actually working normally. You can get an RPM reading in seconds...
1075418
Per this forum: http://www.odyclub.com/forums/9-problems-concerns/108495-problem-noise-power-line-print.html It did not help the gentleman. An alternator has 2 cycles usually, low and high, the high is achieved at different RPM's per the pully size. Most gas engines will engage at ~2500 RPM so I would doubt this would be an issue unless it somehow has to do with an electrical field, which would be a problem with the design/engineering of the unit. Hope this helps!TL:DR No.
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No it does not , I have it to keep battery charged on generator without alternator . I had it for over a year and has worked great .
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It is rated for 6 or 12 volt. It will read the voltage range, but I think you should look for a different load tester. we use to put a load on the battery to determine condition for replacement. Ideally all batteries in the same pack should be replaced at the same time. Those who use their golf carts twice a year or lack funds will not spend the money. If you have one bad battery in the pack and it has warranty, trade in. Then replace all when others start failing. You can go further by testing open or shorted cell in battery. (Many options)
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It looks like it is for a Craftsman lawn mower with a key startup. I ordered one this year. I wasn't sure if my problem was with the battery or the charger. Turned out to be both. The model no. is on the battery itself.
758679
Short answer, yes. Connect the unit to your battery. Voltage should read 12 volts. Start engine. Voltage should read between 13.5-14.6 volts, at any RPM over 2000. If you get a voltage reading at or under 12 volts while the engine is running, your alternator (or voltage regulator, if external) is bad. This unit can only measure voltage, which means that if the voltage is low you're not going to be able to use this unit to diagnose if said low voltage is being caused by a bad internal component in the alternator, or external regulator.
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It measures voltage and pulses/rpms on everything. I've tried it on 2 stroke snowmobile motors, 4 stroke tractor motors, car engines ect...it works on everything. I bought mine a few years ago and it still works just fine. I've been very happy with it...it does what it says it does accurately.
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Yes, in theory this kit contains the correct repair diode, but requires un-soldering the old diode and then re-soldering the new diode. Additionally the front v-belt pulley needs to be removed requiring in most cases an impact driver. I found the 4 bolts that hold the alternator's body together rusted together and sheared 3 of the 4 bolts, requiring drilling and tapping and the new bolts where metric and long (special order at McMaster Carr $12). While your at it the kit contains the two new bearings to renew the old warn bearings, but you need a bearing press. I bought the kit and then spent about 6 hours rebuilding my 20 year old alternator. I'm a master mechanic with and engineering degree and 35 years of machine design and building experience. I ended up buying a "factory rebuilt alternator" which with the discount and refund of the core charge cost me only $75. Next time I'm going with the "factory rebuild" and skipping the kit rebuild. Life is just too short to save $28 with 6 hours of work. Good luck, and best regards!
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I would suggest a delfy AD244 you can get a rebuilt on at an alternattor shop or a mech man alternator.
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Jon, let me clarify. I was able to turn the check engine icon off in my 07sts. the (minor) problem may still exist in some form but i was able to turn the light off which is all I wanted for my used car with 120k miles. The scanner allows you to check what the code is decipher it (with cheatsheet) and elect to turn it off or not. I hope this helps. GSJ