Can this be installed permanently underhood? I'd like to use this to track down why my truck batteries die on average every other month.
1702351
well not work..to find out the problem just take out one fuses at a time put a test light a cross the two legs and when the light comes on real birth ,do not put fuse back ,until you find the right one.
1702352
The shunt may not be capable of withstanding your cranking amperage .. in a truck perhaps 400-600 amps. I have a similar problem with one of my trucks here, a '99 F-350 (door switches). My solution was to install (two) battery switches .. problem solved. The computer re-sets are not a problem on the F-350, and ya need the juice to crank over the Powerstroke.
1702353
This unit has a very bright screen you may want to try something else for this. It has no memory so you have to see the draw as it happens.This unit is not water proof. Good Luck with your battery issue.
1702354
Part of it is installed on the battery and the other part you can put inside the compartment where you drive. Make sure that you use a nine volt battery with it and not use the battery that starts the car. Also install a small switch where you can turn the unit on and off.
1473033
The great thing about the always on is the increased safety factor.You do not have the tester turning off while checking wires for live power and then thinking a wire is dead while in reality the tester has timed out and shut off! I would not own one that does not have the always on bump to test battery feature
1856347
The batteries are supposed to last 6-12 months. I doubt you're going to get a clearer / more certain answer, being as the product was so recently released. Good luck!! A side note - It really does only take 5-10 minutes to install!! It is extremely easy and quick!!!
948199
I think this is a question for the manufacture. I have this installed in my truck & it doesn't leave that truck.
236561
I don't see why it can't be but I wouldn't leave it on continually I would put a switch between it and the power source. And as far as the flickering goes you may want to check your ground wire just remember it is a small circuit board that will heart up so the longer it's on the shorter the life will be. But check all connections
1547610
I have had the display for about 3 years, and I have just had to replace the battery. It is difficult to install correctly, as you have to be very careful that the battery slips by the side contact and goes all the way to the bottom of the "cylinder" it is installed in. It is easy to hook the side contact on the battery as you are installing it. If you force it, the side contact may bend flat against the bottom contact and short the battery. Make sure the battery is all the way down at the bottom, before installing the battery cover. The battery cover has an unusually long hollow post to hold the battery in place, but if the battery in not all the way at the bottom, the post may push it down and bend the contacts.
462096
You can mount it at any angle. You only need to open the screw slightly to break the circuit. It is a battery saver to say the least especially if you leave your vehicle parked for long periods.
1171123
It would be hard b/c you hook it to the screw on the back. You don't want to mount it so it will be hard to take it down to replace the batteries.
403267
The thing is, it uses very little power to blink the LED. You aren't supposed to store alkaline batteries in a device long term regardless of that factor because they can leak and corrode the contacts of the product, damaging it.
1780836
Thank you for your inquiry. This item contains an internal memory that will store your information, even if the batteries die. If you need further assistance, please let me know. Thank you.
1413279
Actually you can, Battery Plus sells the battery, take your time with the install
1382927
I've had mine for 6 months and the unit shows 90% battery remaining. There is no AC connection but there are configurable alerts - including low battery that you can have emailed, messaged to your phone, and they have a user-friendly mobile app that displays alerts as well. I'd say that you'd be okay unless whatever you are monitoring is remote and you do not visit at least yearly. I'll qualify that by saying my unit is in a location with reliable utilities and I regularly access the location so I am alerted by the sensor several times a week - I'm sure everyone's mileage may vary.
501603
It has holes in the back for mounting with screws. double-sided tape would work but I wouldn't recommend it because you'll need to remove it to change the battery. Velcro would work. I have two that just sit on a surface. If you're using the sensor that is on the end of the wires, then mounting it might make sense but probably still wouldn't be necessary.
98810
Dealer does it but beware, mine failed rapidly and the battery wore out at same time.
797682
I have used to to check trailer wiring with a separate battery and it works fine with that. The tip can also act as a current source or sink so all your testing will be backwards. You could not just switch terminals for positive and negative that would mess with the electronics of the unit. I would email the customer support people at power probe for their opinion. All the operations would be "backwards" for you as would all voltage readings.
1910773
It depends on where the OBD connection is in the particular car whether the actual GPS device can be seen. You'll have to check your specific situation. No, it dies not drain the battery at all.
1186408
I don't know what that means. Car battery? Don't think so. I have a F-150 work truck and leave it plugged in when I need it. Sometimes I forget it's plugged in, but hasn't ever killed my truck battery.