GxT Ferret 63 DIAGNOSTIC ENGINE ANALYZER - Manual (Page 4)

DISPLAY
The 2 by 24 character LCD dot matrix display provides a
versatile screen for the display of multiple sets of meter
outputs as well as data arrayed by cylinder. Contrast can
be adjusted with the SETUP key. A cast acrylic window
protects the display.
OPERATING FEATURES
HOUSING
The case is designed to be a convenient to use protec-
tive enclosure. Rounded corners and the plastic base
were chosen to help guard mechanical and electrical
contact with the battery, engine, and car body parts. In
use, place the unit on a cart, in the engine compartment,
or inside the car. The compartment under the control
panel is made to store the leads and harness.
CONTROL PANEL
A MEMBRANE KEYBOARD controls the analyzer. It is a
pressure sensitive lamination of metalized plastic sheets
with small spaces between contacts. It is very durable
but can be harmed by chemical solvents or punctured by
sharp objects.
SENSOR
TEST
02 TPS
SETUP AMP ZERO SELECT MESSAGE
PRINT
DISPLAY
PRINT
AUTOTEST
CHARGING
STARTING
AMPS VOLTS
IGNITION
PRIMARY
COIL MODULE
DWELL VARIATION
AUXILIARY AUXILIARY PER CYLINDER
CRANKING
ANALYSIS
COMPRESSION
BAT. STARTER ALT.
POWER
BALANCE
% RPM DROP
AUTO MANUAL
PER CYLINDER
SPARK
BURN
SECONDARY
MSEC SLOPE
PER CYLINDER
HARD
START
IGNITION VOLTS
AUXILIARY
FUEL
INJECTION
MSEC, % DUTY, HZ
AUXILIARY
START
PAPER
ADVANCE
PRINTER
The printer will capture any displayed data or message
during non-sequenced testing if PRINT DISPLAY is
pressed, and at the end of the sequenced tests it will
print the resulting data and messages from the PRINT
AUTOTEST - Print Data command. If only some of the
data saving tests have been done since power-up, they
will be the only ones printed. PRINT REPORT offers an
AutoTest option to complete a full set of printed tests in
the shortest possible time.
The PAPER ADVANCE key is used to feed a new roll of
paper into the printer. Once the paper is in place it may
be pulled through to extend the end of a report before
tearing it off. Do not pull the paper backwards through
the mechanism.
Only the outside surface of the paper roll is sensitized
for printing, so it must feed from the bottom of the roll
into the mechanism. Getting the paper started is easiest
if the leading edge is cut cleanly. Push it into the slot 2
to 3 cm and press PAPER ADVANCE. Each key press
moves the paper feed 2 lines. If it does not feed, lift the
printer cover for better access and try again.
See the Printing Reports section (p28) for more details.
THE TEST KEYS on the top row activate readouts or
initiate tests which require actions by the user to arrange
engine and vehicle test conditions.
BOTTOM ROW KEYS select test options, start action,
and make adjustments.
A BEEPER inside the analyzer indicates contact with
keys and signals warnings.
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USE BLUE OR
BLACK THERMAL
PAPER 2.25"
(58mm) WIDE.
.43" (11mm)
minimum hole.
Paper
Roll Cover Retainers
To remove cover
press fingers at
both ends and lift
inside edge.
Keep dust out of the printer
to prevent accelerated lead
screw wear.