RTI ATX-2, Operation Manual

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CONNECTING TO THE TRANSMISSION SYSTEM
6. Connect red (positive) clamp on power cable to red (positive) terminal on vehicle battery.
Connect the black (negative) clamp to a ground on vehicle frame. All lights on keypad should
illuminate for 1 second and buzzer should pulse. If not, check connections and make sure
REVERSE POLARITY light is not illuminated.
WARNING: Handle battery connection cable with extreme caution. Batteries generate
explosive gases during normal operation. Working in the vicinity of a lead-acid
or other automotive battery is dangerous. Wear eye protection. Never smoke or
allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of the battery. Do not connect the black
power clip to the negative post of the battery to avoid a spark.
7. Set the park brake and turn engine on, listen for the buzzer to sound once loudly and for the
READY light on the keypad to stay illuminated. The ATX-2 pressure gauge on the control
panel will indicate a positive pressure if the connection to the transmission is correct.
If buzzer does not sound and light does not illuminate IMMEDIATELY TURN ENGINE OFF
and switch the black and red 10 ft hoses and repeat the above.
A. For most Chrysler and Mitsubishi vehicles the transmission pump will be functioning
when the vehicle is in “Neutral” instead of “Park”. Perform the service in Neutral gear
on these vehicles.
8. Once the ATX-2 is connected properly (READY light stays illuminated) the machine
automatically goes into circulate mode. Check hoses for heat, if circulate is working correctly
both hoses should be warm to the touch.
9. The ATX-2 pressure gauge will indicate the transmission operating pressure. Refer to the
manufacturer’s recommended pressure to determine if the transmission system is functioning
correctly.