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Motorvac SteerClean-II 500-7100 Operator's Manual

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MOTORVAC
TECHNOLOGIES INC.
SteerClean-II
Power Steering Service System
Operator Manual
MODEL #500-7100
MPS 7100
STEERCLEAN-II
Manual P/N 100-7100
Rev. A, 2006

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  • Page 1 MOTORVAC TECHNOLOGIES INC. SteerClean-II Power Steering Service System Operator Manual MODEL #500-7100 MPS 7100 STEERCLEAN-II Manual P/N 100-7100 Rev. A, 2006...
  • Page 2 Manual #100-7100...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction............................v Overview..............................7 System Features and Functions ...................... 1-1 Control Panel Features and Functions ..................1-2 Left View ............................1-3 Right View…………………………………………………………………………………………………1-4 Training (S.T.O.P.) Mode ………………………………………… ...........1-5 In Case of Emergency …………………………………………............1-6 Safety Information ..........................2-1 Before You Begin..........................
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  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations on your selection of the MotorVac STEERCLEAN-II Service System. By choosing this product, you are acquiring the most technologically advanced method available for power steering service and fluid exchange. The STEERCLEAN-II System is a self-contained system; designed to service virtually all power steering systems.
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  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview This manual contains all the information you need to use the STEERCLEAN-II System. Please make sure all technicians using the unit read this manual and have it within easy reach whenever the unit is being used. The following is a quick reference to the information in this manual: System Features and Functions This chapter describes the STEERCLEAN-II Service System’s Switches, Lights and Connections.
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  • Page 9: System Features And Functions

    System Features and Functions The front of the MotorVac SteerClean-II cabinet showing the control panel, waste hose, service hoses and sink. Manual #100-7100...

  • Page 10: Control Panel Features And Functions

    Control Panel Features and Functions Start Button Press the Start button to begin the service, (or continue the service if paused.) STOP Button To momentarily STOP the service, press the STOP button. The “Running” light will blink indicating “pause”. Use the STOP button to access the Training (S.T.O.P.) mode.

  • Page 11: Left View

    Left View Battery Cables Positive (red) and negative (black) battery connections. check valve Disposal hose check valve to minimize fluid spill. Waste fluid hose Allows flow from Waste tank to oil disposal container. Manual #100-7100...

  • Page 12: Right View

    Right View Sink Stores the “wand” and acts as waste tank overflow. Service Hoses New and used fluid delivery hoses Wand Inserts into the vehicles power steering reservoir. Manual #100-7100...

  • Page 13: Training (S.t.o.p.) Mode

    Training (S.T.O.P.) Mode The MotorVac Power Steering Fluid Exchange machine has been designed with its own training mode, to allow technicians to learn the operating procedure without having to connect it to a car, or actually exchange fluid. This allows the technician to become comfortable with the procedure, before servicing a customers car.

  • Page 14: In Case Of Emergency

    In Case of Emergency…... Suppose the wand falls out of the reservoir… Or the engine stalls…Or the phone rings… If you cannot continue performing the service or something happens that requires you to stop the service momentarily, press the STOP button. Once you are ready to restart the service, press the Start button and the service will continue from where it left off.

  • Page 15: Safety Information

    Safety Information and Precautions /!\ DANGER Vehicle exhaust gases contain Carbon Monoxide, which is a colorless and odorless lethal gas. Only run engines in well-ventilated areas and avoid breathing exhaust gases. Extended breathing of exhaust gases will cause serious injury or death. /!\ WARNING Exhaust gases, moving parts, hot surfaces are present during and after the vehicle’s engine is running.
  • Page 16 Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing vapors. Improper use of service fluid can cause injury. Over exposure can have harmful effect on eyes, skin, respiratory system and possible unconsciousness and asphyxiation. Improperly blocked vehicles can move. Set the parking brake and chock the wheels. Moving vehicles can cause injury.

  • Page 17: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin First Time Operation NOTE This unit has been tested using MotorVac SC8 Superior Universal Power Steering Fluid, and is ready for service after receiving inspection of the unit. Operate in above 50 degrees Fahrenheit area. Remember to send in your warranty card.
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  • Page 19 MotorVac SC 8 Superior Universal Power Steering Fluid. For most vehicles, this is as simple as one, two, three.
  • Page 20 Standard Fluid Exchange (Continued): STEP THREE: Remove the cap from the vehicles Power Steering reservoir and place the fluid Wand inside. The position of the ‘short’(suction) hose on the wand will control the fluid level during the service. STEP FOUR: Connect the unit’s Battery Cables to the vehicles battery.
  • Page 21 STEP SEVEN: After the Protecting cycle is complete, the Completed light will come on solid and the audio prompt will announce that the service is complete. Stop the engine. Remove the wand and place back in the units sink. Follow the manufactures instruction for checking the level in the power steering reservoir.
  • Page 22 Notes; Manual #100-7100...

  • Page 23: Selling The Steerclean-Ii Service

    1 – “I’ve never heard of servicing the power steering system.” Your reply: Until recently, there was never a practical cost effective way to replace power steering fluid. With the MotorVac SteerClean-II System, you actually introduce a cleaning agent first (SC7 Flush Detergent), and then flush the system completely with MotorVac’s SC8 Superior Universal Power Steering...
  • Page 24 Follow up: Always answer any questions as truthfully as possible, and then always come back to the sales question: Can we take care of that for you now? Once his objectives have been satisfied, you have good chance of selling the service. Notes: Manual #100-7100...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting And Additional Help

    Troubleshooting and Additional Help Refer to the list below in the unlikely event that you have problems with your SteerClean-II Power Steering Service System. Problem: Solution: 1. Unit does not power-up, no LEDs -Inspect power cord for breaks are lighted -Reset Circuit Breaker -Verify 12 volts available from battery.
  • Page 26 (714) 558-4822 MotorVac distirbutor Manual #100-7100...
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  • Page 28 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS TO CONTROL BOARD. LOW LEVEL SWITCH PUMP D PUMP A PUMP B POWER PUMP C Pump# WIRE COLORS GOES TO Green/black ‘flush’ fluid pump Brown/black “large” vacuum pump Blue/black Waste tank pump Yellow/black Power steering fluid pump White/black Low level switch in waste tank Red/black Power &...

  • Page 29: Appendix A - Maintenance

    Appendix A - Maintenance Maintenance Procedures The following maintenance procedures should be performed on a routine basis: Carefully clean the exterior with a soft cloth to keep the cabinet looking new. Check the cabinet for dents or impact markings, if found, inspect for damaged components.
  • Page 30 Use a fine pick or bent pin to pull screen away from the filter housing. Clean screen. Assemble in reverse order. NOTE: Use caution not to pinch o’ring on reassembly Enter initials, date, and a check mark in the appropriate boxes of the Maintenance Record at the end of the chapter.
  • Page 31 Bottom hose fitting Internal tank filter Clean fluid tanks - filter cleaning procedure. remove the back panel cover. disconnect hose connections that lead to the external hose fittings. disconnect wiring connectors to pumps. remove sub-assembly from cabinet. disconnect hose from bottom tank fitting. remove bottom tank fitting.

  • Page 32: Maintenance Record

    Maintenance Record Use the following table to keep a record of maintenance performed on the unit. DRAIN WASTE CLEANED CLEAN EXT. CHECK HOSES TANK FILTER CABINET AND WIRES OTHER Initial/Date Manual #100-7100...
  • Page 33 Standard Adapters Manual #100-7100...

  • Page 34: Appendix C - Parts

    Appendix C –External Parts Service Parts for the SteerClean Power Steering Service System. Please refer to the part numbers below when ordering parts for this unit. Part # Description 010-0027 Wheel (8 x 1.75) 010-0026 Hub cap (Black Plastic) ½” 040-0604 Cap Nut ( ID –...
  • Page 35 Internal parts – MPS-7100 SUB-ASSEMBLY #1 PUMPS & TANKS PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Q’TY 010-7100 Fluid Tanks 070-0090 ½” Hose (sold by the foot) 030-4013 ½” female “T” fitting 050-3009 1 lb. check valve 050-2406 Pump 030-4410 Elbow fitting ½”TB x 3/8”MCT for Suction pump. 050-2400 Vacuum pump 040-0618...

  • Page 36: Ordering Parts

    ELBOW ½” NY TO 3/8” MPT ORDERING PARTS Parts for the unit may be ordered by calling Customer Service, have your model and serial numbers available: inside U.S.A. Canada: (800) 841-8810 Contact your local (714) 558-4822 MotorVac distributor Manual #100-7100...
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