MAHLE BFX-20, Operation Manual

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4. Maintenance
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Inform the manufacturer's service department if your brake
fluid exchange unit still does not work properly even after
following the previous instructions. You will receive fast and
reliable assistance.
4.1 Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Correction
Pump not
suctioning
or releasing
pressure
• Fluid container
empty.
• Pressure control
closed or fully
open.
• Fill hose
pinched.
• Air in hose.
• Filter on suction
hose blocked.
• Change containers/refill container.
• Set correct working pressure.
• Remove/fix hose pinch.
• Bleed brake fluid exchange unit.
• Clean filter.
Loud flowing
noises
• Air in pressure
control.
• With fill hose closed, turn on devise
and adjust pressure a few times.
No power • Fuse blown. • Replace fuse.
4.2 Disassembling control module
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If, after consulting the service department, a malfunction of
the brake fluid exchange unit is determined, only the control
unit needs to be sent in and the repaired.
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Always disconnect power before working on the brake fluid
exchange unit.
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Never clean the brake fluid exchange unit with a steam cleaner.
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Always keep the brake fluid exchange unit clean. Remove
leaked brake fluid immediately.
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Check the filter on the suction hose regularly and replace
where necessary.
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Disassembly or assembly work may only be carried out by a
specialized technician.
1. Disconnect the unit from the power source by disconnecting
the power cord.
2. Disconnect all hoses from the containers.
3. Make sure the hoses are empty. If not, close them with plugs.
4. Remove the screws on the side of the control unit.
5. Pull hoses and mains cable out of the casing. The control unit
is now ready for dispatch.
6. The control unit is reassembled in reverse order.