Mobile Universal Trailer Tester #9007A SMART MUTT® OPERATOR’S MANUAL Uses Internal 12 Volt Motorcycle Battery. Tests Trailers Using 7 Round Pin Type Connections. © 2012 Innovative Products of America®, Incorporated. All rights reserved. This material may not be reproduced, displayed, modified or distributed without the express prior written permission of the copyright holder. For permission, contact info@ipatools.com. Innovative Products of America® Incorporated 845-679-4500 | www.ipatools.
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B A G H L C I J D E A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q F K CARRYING HANDLE ANTENNA POST 7 ROUND SOCKET (CABLE TEST SIDE) EXTERNAL (OPTIONAL) POWER INPUT 30 AMP AMMETER GAUGE TRICKLE CHARGE INPUT POWER SWITCH CONTROL KNOB CHASSIS GROUND PLUG FUSE, 30 AMP ATO/ATC MUTE SWITCH 7 ROUND SOCKET (TRAILER TEST SIDE) REMOTE CONTROL FOB (#7900K-34) 10 FT.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IT IS IMPORTANT TO READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY MESSAGES and INSTRUCTIONS PRINTED IN THIS MANUAL AND ON THE EQUIPMENT BEFORE OPERATING. IF SAFETY INFORMATION IS NOT HEEDED, SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS MAY OCCUR. THE FOLLOWING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS ARE USED IN THIS MANUAL. DANGER: indicates a hazardous situation, if not avoided, will result in death orserious injury.
BATTERY GASES, TESTER PREPARATION AND TESTER/CHARGER LOCATION RISK OF EXPLOSION • Gases produced by a battery are highly explosive. • Wear safety goggles and protective clothing, both users and bystanders. • Use in an area having at least four air changes per hour. • Read, understand and follow all instructions for charger, battery, vehicle and any equipment used near battery and charger. • Do not smoke, strike a match, place metal tools on battery or cause a spark in the vicinity of the battery.
GENERAL CHARGER USE DC POWER ONLY Do not plug directly into AC wall outlet. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE • Before connecting power cord to charger, make sure controls are set to off. • DC power only. • Do not plug directly into AC wall outlet. • Do not remove or bypass the grounding pin. • Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug. Replace cord or plug immediately.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE OPERATION AND TESTING ELECTRICAL TESTING 1. CABLE TESTING: It is always recommended to use the cable tester to verify that the MUTT®’s 7 round pin cable used is in proper working order before trailer testing. To perform Cable Test insert both ends of the 7 pin cable one in each receptacle on the MUTT’s side. Once the cable is installed, turn the MUTT® ON to verify the continuity between both ends of the cable.
BATTERY CHOOSING AN INTERNAL BATTERY: (Manufacturer’s suggested replacement: YUASA #YTX14 or equivalent): • Battery Voltage: 12/24V DC • Battery Type: Lead Acid • Battery Compartment Dimensions: 5 7/8” L x 5 3/4” H x 3 3/8” W • Battery Protection: Inline 30 Amp Fuse for Overcharge Current Protection • Tester Output: Maximum Output to Trailer 20 Amps INSTALLING AN INTERNAL BATTERY: If any other size battery than the recommended is used, it must be shimmed and secured to prevent the possibility of damage to
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This section contains information on the usage of the #9007A Series Mobile Universal Trailer Tester. (MUTT®) FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONS The Mobile Universal Trailer Tester (MUTT®) is a fleet maintenance and diagnostic aid for trailer electrical operations, wired to North American style 7 round pin configuration. J I G H F E DCB A Fig. 2 – Control & Information Panel A. CONTROL KNOB (Fig. 2) Knob activates all electrical test modes and circuits to be diagnosed.
E. CIRCUIT INDICATORS (Fig. 2) The small green LEDs illuminate or blink in testing phase. F. TROUBLE WARNING INDICATORS Flashing red LEDs indicate problems that may exist in a selected circuit. • Overload Indicator • Open Circuit Indicator • Reversed (Battery) Polarity Indicator G. BACKLIT 30 AMP AMMETER (Fig. 2) Meter shows current draw of a selected circuit up to 30 amps. H. POWER SWITCH (Fig. 2) Select between internal battery, external power supply, or power off.
POWER PANEL FEATURES K. 12V DC BATTERY TRICKLE CHARGE INPUT (Fig. 3) Use for connection of trickle charger to battery. Allows float charge to be kept on battery when unit is not in use. L. MUTE SWITCH (Fig. 3) Flip switch up to mute alerts. M. 30 AMP FUSE SOCKET (Fig. 3) Overload protection. N. CHASSIS GROUND OUTLET (Fig. 3) Insert supplied ground cable into this socket for trailers using the frame or body for ground connection instead of ground pin in harness. K POWER PANEL L M N Fig.
6. Using the red power selection switch (Fig. 2-H), select Power Source. 7. Check Voltage Indicator (Fig. 2-B) for green illumination. In the case of low or weak supply voltage, yellow color illuminates. Red illumination from the Voltage Indicator shows inadequate power supply. Also see Warning Indicator section (pg. 18). 8. Initial power starts a test cycle through all the LEDs. This performs the “GROUND INTEGRITY TEST.” 9.
4. To pause or stop the auto cycle mode, momentarily press and release the Control Knob, turning off the Auto Cycle Indicator. MUTING WARNING SOUND How to override warning sound: Flip MUTE switch up to disable audible alerts, or press Control Knob (Fig. 3-L) for 5 seconds. MUTE can not be accessed when AUX or Brake Circuits are selected. To restore sound, return switch to down position and/or cycle power using the Power Source switch.
There are two kinds of faults: active and stored. Active faults are those currently existing in the system, such as a broken wire. Stored faults are faults that have occurred but do not presently exist. Active faults can be cleared only after repairs are completed. The ECU signals a malfunction by lighting both the internal and external indicator lamp when a fault exists. The external ABS indicator lamp is usually mounted on the left rear of the trailer, near the rear wheels.
BLINK CODES Blink Code Problem Area Action 3 Sensor BUl Determine sensor location. Check sensor installation. Make necessary repairs. 4 Sensor YEl Determine sensor location. Check sensor installation. Make necessary repairs. 5 Sensor BU2 Determine sensor location. Check sensor installation. Make necessary repairs. 6 Sensor YE2 Determine sensor location. Check sensor installation. Make necessary repairs. 7 External ABS Modulator Valve Verify proper electrical modulator installation.
REMOTE FUNCTIONS REMOTE PROGRAMMING With MUTT® in the OFF position, hold down the large button (Fig. 4-1) on the remote while simultaneously turning the MUTT® power ON. Release after 2 seconds. The remote is now programmed. Up to 24 separate remotes may be programmed to a single MUTT®. HOW TO USE THE WIRELESS REMOTE 1. LIGHTS & ELECTRIC BRAKES Press button to select the next available electrical circuit (including electric brakes when available). 2. AUTO CYCLE Fig.
ANTENNA INSTALLATION See Fig. 5 for installation of the Antenna. Fig. 5: Antenna Installation: WARNING INDICATORS Explanation of the diagnostic functions of the warning indicators. VOLTAGE INDICATOR OVERLOAD WARNING INDICATOR GROUND INDICATOR OPEN CIRCUIT INDICATOR REVERSE POLARITY INDICATOR Fig.
POWER TO TESTER WARNING INDICATORS (See. Fig. 6) VOLTAGE INDICATOR • When the battery supply voltage drops to 9V or less, the MUTT® shuts down power to all circuits and the voltage indicator flashes red. • Charging or replacing the battery is required to continue testing. • Between 10V-11V, the indicator is RED, showing the battery is too low. • Between 11V-12V, the indicator is YELLOW, showing the battery is low.
CABLE TESTING The MUTT® has a special cable feature to test 7 round pin cables for continuity. The cable testing feature can be used to test a tractor’s cable or the supplied MUTT® cable. It is recommended that all cables be tested prior to MUTT® operation. TEST PROCEDURE PRIOR TO CABLE TESTING: To avoid erroneous fault, be certain the 7 pins in each plug are clean and spread to the proper size. • Insert each end of the cable into both side connectors on the MUTT®.
TYPICAL TRAILER WIRING NOTE: Not all trailers/vehicles are wired to this standard. The use of an electrical circuit tester is necessary to ensure proper match of vehicle’s wiring to trailer’s wiring. On the 6 way plugs, the 12V wire and electric brake wire may be reversed on some trailers (particularly horse trailers).
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Limited Three Year Warranty MOBILE UNIVERSAL TRAILER TESTER #9007A SMART MUTT® Innovative Products of America® Incorporated has established a Limited Three Year Warranty Policy for the Mobile Universal Trailer Tester 9007A Series, not including any wearable parts, i.e. tires, clips, batteries, etc. Three Year Limited Warranty/Return or Replace Policy: The product is covered for three years from the date of original user purchase under the stipulations of the Standard Warranty.
