Jaltest Refrigeration Unit Cable Kit

295.00

Available on backorder

The Jaltest Refrigeration Unit Cable Kit (Ref: 29989) is a specialized diagnostic accessory suite designed to enable deep-level system access to transport refrigeration units (TRUs). By allowing your Jaltest VCI to communicate directly with units from major manufacturers like Thermo King and Carrier, this kit moves beyond generic “check engine” readings. It provides access to internal control modules, allowing technicians to monitor evaporator/condenser temperatures, troubleshoot compressor failures, inspect battery/power status, and clear unit-specific fault codes that would otherwise require an expensive dealer service call.

Essential Cold Chain Maintenance

Refrigeration units are complex, self-contained environments often running their own microcontrollers (like the Smart Reefer series) separate from the truck or trailer’s main system. This kit provides the necessary hardware “handshake” to pull real-time data from these controllers. Whether you are performing a pre-trip inspection, troubleshooting a “high-pressure” alarm, or verifying temperature logs for food safety compliance, this kit is the bridge between your diagnostic tablet and the unit’s “brain.”

Key Technical Pillars & Semantic Entities:

  • Manufacturer Connectivity: Specifically engineered for the unique diagnostic sockets found on modern reefer units, ensuring a stable connection that resists the vibration and temperature extremes of road-going trailers.

  • Bi-Directional Capability: When used with the Jaltest software, these cables allow you to not only read data but perform component actuations (e.g., manually firing up fans or valves) to isolate a failed part without disassembly.

  • Compliance & Monitoring: Vital for workshops managing refrigerated fleets, as it allows for the verification of temperature setpoints and the extraction of system data required for food and pharmaceutical regulatory audits.

  • Ruggedized Integrity: Built with heavy-duty, oil-resistant sheathing and high-quality pins, these cables are designed to last in the harsh environments of refrigerated depots and mobile repair bays.

Included Cables (Reference List):

Connector Ref Application / Primary Brand
JDC113.9 Thermo King and Carrier diagnostic connector
JDC115.9 Carrier diagnostic connector
JDC121A9 Carrier CAN bus diagnostics

Technician’s Note: These cables are designed to work in conjunction with the “Jaltest CV” or “Jaltest OHW” software packages. Always ensure your refrigeration unit’s internal controller is powered up (often requiring the unit’s master switch to be in the “on” position) before attempting to establish a diagnostic link.