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Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles

KHU-AUT-0131

Australian Equivalent

AURETR125

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to test, charge, replace, retest and secure a range of automotive batteries, including vehicle or machinery jump-starting procedures. It involves preparing for the task, inspecting and testing the battery to determine serviceability, charging, jump-starting, removing and replacing, and undertaking the final retesting of batteries, and completing workplace processes and documentation. The unit applies to those who work in the automotive service and repair industry. The batteries include those in agricultural machinery, heavy commercial vehicles, light vehicles, vessels, motorcycles, mobile plant machinery or outdoor power equipment. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Prepare to test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicle

0131.E1.O1Identify job requirements from workplace instructions

0131.E1.O2Obtain and interpret technical information and safe operating procedures for testing batteries and equipment

0131.E1.O3Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess potential risks and implement control measures in line with workplace policies and procedures

0131.E1.O4Identify tools and equipment required for the work and establish serviceability according to workplace procedures

E2Test battery

0131.E2.O1Inspect and test battery according to manufacturer or other required specifications, workplace procedures, and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

0131.E2.O2Identify faults and damage on battery cables, terminals and case through visual inspection

0131.E2.O3Check and top-up electrolyte levels when required according to manufacturer or other required specifications, workplace procedures, and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

0131.E2.O4Clean battery and terminals according to manufacturer or other required specifications, workplace procedures, and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

0131.E2.O5Check battery voltage and load and confirm if battery requires charging, jump-starting or replacement according to workplace procedures

E3Charge battery

0131.E3.O1Obtain and interpret battery charging information

0131.E3.O2Prepare tools and equipment for charging battery according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures, and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

0131.E3.O3Check and top-up electrolyte levels when required according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures, and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

0131.E3.O4Identify battery charge rate and connect battery charger to battery according to manufacturer or other required specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

0131.E3.O5Charge battery according to manufacturer or other required specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

0131.E3.O6Turn off and disconnect battery charger according to manufacturer or other required specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements and confirm electrolyte levels are in line with manufacturer or other required specifications

E4Carry out jump-start procedures

0131.E4.O1Identify and confirm battery voltage is in line with manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements to begin jump-start procedures

0131.E4.O2Connect jumper leads in sequence and polarity according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirement

0131.E4.O3Jump-start vehicle according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

0131.E4.O4Disconnect leads in sequence and polarity according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirement

E5Remove and replace battery

0131.E5.O1Connect power source memory back-up device according to workplace procedures

0131.E5.O2Disconnect battery terminals according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

0131.E5.O3Remove battery from vehicle according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

0131.E5.O4Choose replacement battery according to electrical and physical specifications and measurements of vehicle or machinery

0131.E5.O5Replace and secure battery according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

0131.E5.O6Re-connect and tighten battery terminals according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental requirements

0131.E5.O7Carry out post-replacement testing of battery charging system according to manufacturer specifications, workplace procedures and workplace health and safety and environmental

E6Complete work processes

0131.E6.O1Conduct final inspection according to workplace procedures and confirm vehicle is ready for use

0131.E6.O2Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures

0131.E6.O3Complete documentation according to workplace procedures