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Item 64985
Important Safety Information
1.
TO PREVENT STEAM BURNS, DO NOT
OPEN CAP OF HOT OR WARM RADIATOR.
2.
Loosen the radiator cap slowly.
3.
Keep away from hot engine parts and fluids.
4.
Use this product only according to
these instructions. Improper use can
create hazards.
5.
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles
and heat resistant work gloves during
product assembly and use.
6.
Refer to the vehicle’s service manual
for specific pressurized cooling system
testing instructions before use.
7.
Clean up coolant spills immediately.
Dispose of fluids according to local, state,
and federal codes and regulations.
8.
Keep work area clean and well lit.
9.
Do not exceed 90 PSI maximum air pressure.
10. Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the
product in unexpected situations.
11. Keep bystanders out of the area
during assembly and use.
12. Do not assemble or operate when
tired or when under the influence
of drugs or medication.
13. This product is not a toy.
Do not allow children to play
with or near this product.
14. Use as intended only.
15. Inspect before every use.
Do not use if parts missing or damaged.
16. Maintain product labels and nameplates.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Operating Instructions
1.
Refer to the vehicle’s service manual
for specific pressurized cooling
system testing instructions.
2.
Empty radiator of coolant and dispose
of or recycle old coolant properly.
3.
Set the heater controls on the vehicle to the
highest heat position to ensure achieving
a vacuum on the entire cooling system.
Note:
On some vehicles it may be necessary
to turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF
to open the heater control valves.
4.
Install the 1/4″ Air Inlet Plug onto
the Valve Body Assembly.
5.
Loosen the vehicle’s radiator cap slowly
to relieve any excess pressure before
removing the cap completely.
TO PREVENT STEAM BURNS, DO NOT
OPEN CAP OF HOT OR WARM RADIATOR.
6.
Select the Radiator Neck Adapter that
most closely fits the filler neck of the
radiator. Slide the Neck Adapter over
the Expander on the Valve Body.
7.
Insert the Neck Adapter into the filler neck
of the radiator. Make sure it is fully inserted
and square to the sealing surface.
8.
Turn the Control Knob clockwise to
expand the Neck Adapter. Tighten firmly,
then pull on the Valve Body to ensure
the Neck Adapter is fully engaged.
Note:
It may be necessary to close off the
overflow hose on some radiators or expansion
tanks to obtain a vacuum in the cooling system.
9.
Route filter end of Coolant Hose down and
away from vehicle’s electrical components.
10. With the Coolant Suction Valve and Air
Inlet Valve closed, attach the air line
from your air compressor to the Air Inlet
Plug. Compressor must be capable of
supplying a constant 90 PSI to the tool.
