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SAFETY INFORMATION .......................................................... 3
SYSTEM FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 9
MACHINE OVERVIEW ............................................................ 10
CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW .............................................. 12
OPERATING PROCEDURES .................................................. 13
REPLACEMENT PARTS ......................................................... 16
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ............................................. 19
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION to the C-VAC ..........2 SAFETY INFORMATION ............3 SYSTEM FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS ......9 MACHINE OVERVIEW ............10 CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW ..........12 OPERATING PROCEDURES ..........13 REPLACEMENT PARTS ............16 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ..........19 ..

  • Page 2: Introduction To The C-Vac 3

    INTRODUCTION to the C-VAC Congratulations on the purchase of your C-VAC coolant service machine! The C-VAC is a device that removes and refills engine coolant and also pressure tests the cooling system. Coolant is extracted and refilled through the upper radiator hose connection without the vehicle’s engine running. Before the coolant is refilled, a vacuum is applied to the cooling system to eliminate any air in the system.

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE For your safety, read this manual thoroughly before operating this machine. Your C-VAC unit is intended for use by properly trained, skilled professional automotive technicians. The safety messages presented below and throughout this user’s manual are reminders to the operator to exercise care when using this unit.
  • Page 4 • Safety Symbols A safety symbol, when present, gives a graphical description of the potential hazard, and how to avoid the hazard: Risk of Fire Read Instructions Before Use Risk of Explosion Mandatory Eye Protection Risk of Entanglement Mandatory Protective Gloves Dangerous Fumes Mandatory Protective Clothing Do Not Pull or Move...
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Engine exhaust contains toxic gases. • Vent vehicle’s exhaust away from work area. • Do not breathe exhaust. Exhaust gases will cause injury or death. Improper use and operation. • Read, understand and follow all safety messages and operational procedures in this manual before operating this machine.
  • Page 6 • Engine systems can malfunction, expelling fuel, oil vapors, hot steam, hot toxic exhaust gases and other debris. • Always unplug the machine from its power source when not in use. • Keep the service hoses away from hot or moving engine parts. Hoses can split or burst causing fluid to be expelled.
  • Page 7 Risk of fire or explosion. Gases produced by a battery are highly explosive. • Wear safety goggles and protective clothing, user and bystander. • This machine is equipped to operate on 12-volt DC power only. A power source greater than this can result in serious injury to the user as well as damage to the machine. •...
  • Page 8 Risk of injury. • This equipment should be operated by qualified personnel only. • Use this equipment only as described in this manual. • Always unplug the machine from its power source when not in use. • Loop the power cord loosely in its proper location when machine is not in use. •...

  • Page 9: System Features & Specifications

    DIMENSIONS & TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS: 52" Tall 23" Wide 27" Deep Service Hoses: 10’ outside of machine Wheels: 5” locking casters (front) 9 3/4” casters (back) Fluid Tanks: 28-Quart New Fluid Tank 28-Quart Used Fluid Tank Weight: 176 lbs TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: Power: 12-Volt DC from vehicle battery Operating Temperature:...

  • Page 10: Machine Overview

    MACHINE OVERVIEW...

  • Page 12: Control Panel Overview

    CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW...

  • Page 13: Operating Procedures

    OPERATING PROCEDURES IMPORTANT: Hook machine up to at least 115psi of air and connect battery clamps to vehicle’s battery before using. SYSTEM FLUSH PROCEDURE: 1. Make sure vehicle is turned off. 2. Use suction wand to remove fluid from overflow bottle. (see “Suction Wand” procedure) 3.
  • Page 14 4. Turn top dial to “Remove Fluid” position. 5. Turn bottom dial to “Drain Waste” position. 6. Open ball valve on black service line. 7. Turn on vacuum switch. 8. Wait until no more waste fluid is being removed. 9. Turn machine off and replace component. 10.
  • Page 15 PRESSURE TEST: NOTE: Do not perform a pressure test unless machine is connected to upper radiator hose. 1. Unclamp overflow lines. 2. Close red ball valve, open black ball valve. 3. Turn top dial to “Pressure Test”. 4. Turn bottom dial to desired fluid type. 5.

  • Page 16: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST Part # Description 941301 Control Panel w/ Label R941284 Electronic Box w/ Wire Harness Wire Harness Only 941408 Control Box Only 941409 Pressure Gauge 941278 R941304 Upper Service Panel Label R941305 Lower Service Panel Label R941302 Instruction Label (L) R941303 Instruction Label (R) 940989...
  • Page 18 To order replacement parts for the C-VAC , call: 1-800-303-5874...

  • Page 19: Maintenance Procedures

    MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES To keep your machine working properly… • Keep debris out of new fluid tanks. • Ensure filter screen is clean before each use. • Avoid spilling fluid on the control panel. • Periodically wipe down exterior using a soft, damp cloth. CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION If you are experiencing problems with this machine, call technical support at:...

  • Page 20: Warranty Information

    LIMITED ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY Flo-Dynamics warrants only to the original Purchaser that under normal use, care and service, the Equipment (except as otherwise provided herein) shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of original invoice. External hoses, remote control modules, adapters and all other attachments, supplies and consumables (except as otherwise provided herein) are warranted for 90 calendar days from the date of original invoice.

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