VacuumMate
Allweather
The complete Intake Vacuum Synchroniser with Dynamic Engine Check & RPM
Read the whole of this manual before starting to use the VacuumMate
1. OVERVIEW
VacuumMate
’s 3-in-1 functions are all essential for rapid, precise and reliable intake synchronising.
Use the
RPM
mode for the essential adjustment of the engine speed to the correct value as stipulated
by the constructor, prior to and after synchronising. (No need for a separate tachometer instrument or
the need to rely on vehicle tachometers, usually imprecise at low-end engine speeds).
Then accurately synchronise in the “
AVE
” mode to the constructor-specified value(s). If synchronising
seems difficult to achieve, flick the selector switch over to the “
DYN
” mode for an immediate visual
check that the cylinder seals and valves are functioning correctly. A valve leak or other sealing defect
affecting the manifold pressure will thwart any attempt at a correct synchronisation of the relevant
cylinder’s intake.
More details of these three functions are given in the following sections of this manual.
The
purpose
of "synchronising" throttle valves is to bring the average vacuum settings in the various
intake channels as close to their specified values as possible. Their specified values are (usually)
equal but for some engines one or more cylinders may need a slightly different value from the others
for specific reasons such as differential heat expansion in control linkages of differing lengths.
It is
therefore essential to consult the service manual
. Precise adjustments are essential to ensure a
stable engine idle speed and a good engine response.
VacuumMate
has four highly visible LED bar-graph displays for monitoring up to 4 channels (or 4
cylinders). These fast, precise & frictionless columnar displays replace outdated toxic mercury columns.
VacuumMate
’s compact size & weight allows use anywhere, whether in the workshop or at the track –
the ideal tool for the professional mechanic, for power sports vehicles, 4-stroke outboard motors and
multi-carburettor classic sports cars. The bright protective holder and custom storage and travel case
lend added protection to the robust water- and shock-resistant construction.
The VacuumMate
VMR6ME
model has an internal rechargeable 7,2V NiMH battery, ideal for outdoor
use, for example on outboard motors on board boats. The battery can be recharged simply by
connecting to an external charged 12V vehicle or storage battery.
In addition to it’s protective holder and custom travel case, the
VacuumMate
kit includes the external
battery cord-set, a fuel-line Tee-connector and 2 sets (of 4) unique “flexi-rigid” connection adapters
with M5 & M6 threads for easy connections to all types of engines. Additional connection adapters are
readily available to order, (order references M5ADPFR & M6ADPFR respectively).
Legend
: 1) External battery connection cord-set. 2) Flexible (replaceable) santoprene hoses. 3) 2 sets
flexi-rigid adapters. 4) 4 LED-array displays. 5) 3 graduated “AVE” mode scales. 6) RPM scale.
7) Low battery warning LED. 8) Function switch RPM / VAC. 9) Scale range switch, AVE mode.
10) Function switch AVE / DYN. 11) RPM selector switch for 2-stroke/4-stroke engines. 12) Storage
case. 13) Switch for selection of internal battery & to reset to “ON” (model with internal battery only).
14) Optional StandMate custom mobile stand for VacuumMate, IgnitionMate.
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