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- Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL MCX-2F Multiple Coolant Exchanger (With Flush & Flow Indicator) RTI Technologies, Inc. 10 Innovation Drive York, Pennsylvania USA 800-468-2321 www.rtitech.com 035-80833-00 (Rev D)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Component Description ..... . . 2 Safety Precautions ......3 Set-up . -
Page 3: Component Description
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION Unpack all components and verify quantities per this illustration. Contact RTI if any items are missing or damaged. 1-3/8 1-1/4 1-3/8 1-1/4 Small Hose Clamps Small Adapter Hose Small Step Adapters 1-3/4 1-1/2 1-3/4 1-1/2 Large Hose Clamps... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. C Read and understand the Operation Manual completely before operating this unit. C Always wear proper eye and skin protection when operating and maintaining this equipment. -
Page 5: Set-Up
These items are shipped in the carton with the adapters and adapter hoses. The MCX-2F has two tanks (plus an extra New Coolant Tank) which are installed and connected from the rear. Quick connect couplers are mounted on the hoses which connect these tanks to the MCX-2F. -
Page 6: Connection To Power
CONNECTION TO POWER The MCX-2F control panel is illustrated above. Note that the bottom of all three selector switches has been pressed which turns all functions off. Make sure all switches are off before connecting the battery cable clips to the battery of the vehicle. -
Page 7: Relieving Radiator Pressure
The MCX-2F will relieve the pressure in a hot-car radiator by drawing a vacuum on the overflow port on the radiator cap. Shop air (55 to 100 PSI), connected to the rear port of the MCX-2F causes a vacuum to be pulled on the small diameter clear hose, also connected to the rear. This clear hose is connected to the overflow port on the radiator cap as shown above. -
Page 8: Lowering Coolant Level
Wear safety glasses and use protective clothing and gloves. Use extreme caution when removing radiator cap and hoses. Turn both valves on front of MCX-2F to EXCHANGE. Slowly and carefully remove the cap from the radiator. Remove cap from overflow container. -
Page 9: Connecting To The Coolant System
CONNECTING TO THE COOLANT SYSTEM The MCX-2F can be connected to the cooling system in either of the configurations shown below. The choice is dependent on the ease of accessability to the hose connections. Turn both valves on the front of the MCX-2F to EXCHANGE. -
Page 10: Special Hookups
SPECIAL HOOKUPS Special Hookup 1) It may be necessary to reverse the hoses during the coolant replacement procedure on the next page for systems with a reverse-connected thermostat. See note after Step 6 on next page for the symptoms of this situation. Special Hookup 2) Some cooling systems do not have a cap on the radiator. -
Page 11: Engine Flush
ENGINE FLUSH The engine can be flushed with a chemical additive with the MCX-2F connected as described in preceding pages. Two valves located on the front panel each have two positions - EXCHANGE and BYPASS. When the valves are both turned to the BYPASS position the coolant in the vehicle bypasses the MCX-2F. -
Page 12: Coolant Replacement
COOLANT REPLACEMENT Once the MCX-2F is connected as described on the preceding pages it is ready to replace the old coolant with new coolant. Green Hose Adapter Black Hose Hose Radiator Hose Step Adapters Engine Heater Block Core Water Pump... -
Page 13: Test Coolant System For Leaks
TEST COOLANT SYSTEM FOR LEAKS The MCX-2F can be used to check the coolant system for leaks. The coolant system is pressurized and the System Pressure Gauge on the MCX-2F is monitored for a drop in pressure which would indicate a system leak. -
Page 14: Completing The Job
Pump Overflow Radiator 1. Turn both valves on front of MCX-2F to EXCHANGE. 2. Close the valves on the Step Adapters. 3. Disconnect the black and green hoses from the Step Adapters. 4. Install Wand on black hose. Close the valve. - Page 15 COMPLETING THE JOB Green Hose Black Hose Radiator Hose Engine Heater Block Wand Core Water Pump Overflow Radiator 9. Remove the Step Adapters from the radiator hose and the Adapter Hose. 10. Remove the Adapter Hose and reattach the radiator hose. 11.
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Page 16: Changing Coolant Type
CHANGING COOLANT TYPE The MCX-2F has a means for easily using different types of coolants. A special feature is the clearing process which purges coolant from the hoses and pumps prior to changing the new coolant tank. The MCX-2F must be connected to a battery during this procedure. - Page 17 13. Close the valve on the Wand when new coolant starts flowing. 14. Press the bottom of the EXCHANGE COOLANT OR FILL RADIATOR & OVERFLOW selector switch to turn off the pump. 15. Place the cap on the New Coolant Tank and slide it into the MCX-2F. Page 16...
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Page 18: Emptying The Waste Tank
The Waste Tank can be emptied two different ways. A. The Waste Tank can be removed from the MCX-2F and transported to the area where it is to be emptied. A quick connect coupler is installed on the black hose to make this disconnection quick and clean. -
Page 19: Replacement Parts
REPLACEMENT PARTS Call 800-468-2321 (Extension 259) For Technical Support or Parts Ordering Visit our web-site at www.rtitech.com Fuse 15 AMP 025-80326-00 1-1/4 1-3/8 Small Adapter Hose 370-80049-00 3-Bolt Style (Includes 2 Clamps) Impeller & Gasket 028-80210-00 (For Waste Pump M2) 1-1/2 1-3/4 Large Adapter Hose... -
Page 20: Waste Pump Impeller Replacement
WASTE PUMP IMPELLER REPLACEMENT The waste pump impeller may require periodic replacement. The concentration of impurities in recovered old coolant affects the life of the pump impeller. Changing the impeller is quick and easy as follows: Remove Hose Holder on rear of unit to access the end of the Waste Pump. Remove screws. -
Page 21: Flow & Wiring Diagram
FLOW & WIRING DIAGRAM Page 20...
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