Safety Precautions
WARNING: The following safety precautions must be carefully observed to reduce the risk of
fire and personal injury.
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Read, understand, and follow safety precautions and instructions. If the
operator cannot read these instructions, operating instructions and safety
precautions must be read and discussed in the operator’s native language.
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Operator of the 7448A Fuel Injector Cleaner and bystanders must wear face
shields.
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OTC 7448A and OTC 7000A are designed for use on gasoline engines ONLY. Do
not use this tool for diesel applications.
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Observe normal precautions for working with flammable liquids: no smoking,
open flames, electrical sparks, etc.
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Use the OTC 7448A in well ventilated areas.
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Pressurized liquid and accumulated fumes can ignite. Keep a Class B fire
extinguisher nearby when working on fuel injection systems.
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Do not modify any components of the OTC 7448A.
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Do not replace any components of the OTC 7448A except those specified by
OTC.
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Use the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended procedures to service injectors.
Never exceed the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended pressures.
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Release fuel system pressure before servicing fuel system components.
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Wrap a shop towel around pressure tap fittings when connecting or
disconnecting adapters to / from the vehicle and when disassembling the
canister after use.
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Tighten all connections; fuel leakage could cause a fire.
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Do not exceed 100 psi maximum hose pressure.
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Keep hose away from moving engine parts, hot engine components, and
battery terminals.
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Inspect the hose for damage before using the OTC 7448A. Check the inside
of the hose to confirm there is no blockage. Replace the hose if needed.
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Replace injector o-rings whenever injectors are removed.
Parts List & Operating Instructions
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