6 | Safety
5 | Introduction
This documentation describes the VAS 531 009 CO2 coolant tester
and how to use it. The safety instructions in the Safety chapter and the
remainder of the operations manual have to be strictly complied with.
This document is an integral part of the equipment. Store it for the life of the equipment and pass it on to any subsequent owners or users.
Target Group
This manual contains important warnings and safety instructions that require attention by the user. Non-compliance with these warnings
may result in death or serious injury.
Safety
Introduction
Content Of The Operations Manual
Intended Use
The VAS 531 009 CO2 coolant tester, herein after referred to as CO2 coolant tester, measures the CO2 content in the expansion tank of the
engine cooling system An increased CO2 content in the cooling system indicates leaks from between the exhaust system and the cooling
system. During the measurement, minimum/maximum values and the time progression of the CO2 content and the cooling system pres-
sure are displayed. A result report can be printed out and saved at the end of the measurement.
The CO2 coolant tester is intended for motor vehicle repair/service workshops or similar institutions.
INFORMATION
For more information, please contact your importer.
Comply with the regulations applicable in your country.
Read and follow these operations manual.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Read the operations manual completely and carefully.
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In the event that the equipment is dropped or damaged, have it checked by a qualified service technician before starting operation
again.
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Ensure that cables are not stretched or kinked or come into contact with sharp edges.
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Do not allow the equipment to come into contact with hot or moving parts.
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Always disconnect the equipment from the USB port when not in use.
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Pull on the plug and not the cable to remove the plug from the USB port.
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Allow the equipment to cool down completely before putting it away.
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When storing the equipment, lay the hoses loosely around the equipment.
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When storing the equipment, always store it in the case provided.
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To reduce the risk of fire, do not operate the equipment near open containers with flammable liquids (e.g. gasoline).
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Ensure adequate ventilation when working on combustion engines.
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Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all body parts away from moving parts.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock, avoid using the equipment on wet surfaces or exposing it to rain.
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Operate the equipment only as described in this manual.
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Only use accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
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ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses.
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Perform all work in the engine compartment with the engine stopped and the ignition switched off.
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Do not come into contact with rotating parts such as the alternator, the radiator fan and their drives (e.g. V-belts).
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When the engine is running, make sure that the hoses and wiring are routed safely.
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Apply the handbrake or, with an automatic transmission, move the selector lever to P.
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Secure the vehicle adequately against rolling away.
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Care must be taken as burns can occur from touching hot parts.
SAVE THESE INSTUCTIONS
