Sealey Auto Service VS0271 Instructions

Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these
instructions and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS,
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS. USE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS
INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 GENERAL SAFETY.
Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the work area.
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Keep work area clean and tidy and free from unrelated materials.
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Ensure the work area has adequate lighting.
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DO NOT use the tester to perform a task for which it is not designed.
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DO NOT allow untrained persons to use the tester.
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DO NOT use whilst under the influence of drugs, alcohol or intoxicating medication.
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After use, clean equipment and store in a cool, dry, childproof area.
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1.2 SAFETY REGARDING BRAKE FLUID.
Always read and comply with the warnings on the brake fluid manufacturer’s container.
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Wear eye protection and keep skin contact to a minimum. If brake fluid enters eyes rinse
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with plenty of water and seek medical advice. If swallowed seek medical advice immediately.
Dispose of waste brake fluid in accordance with local authority regulations.
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WARNING! Brake fluid will damage paintwork. Any spillage should be flushed with water
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immediately.
WARNING! Brake fluid is flammable - keep away from sources of ignition, including hot
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surfaces e.g. exhaust manifold.
2. INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATION
The VS0271 utilises the approved method of testing the water content of brake fluid. A
moisture content of just 3% can lower the brake fluid boiling point by over 100
way to detect this small water content is to measure the boiling point of the fluid. The unit
incorporates a heater element, an LCD display and a power lead for use on 12Volt DC
power supplies and comes in its own carry case. The unit works on DOT 3, 4 and 5.1
specification fluids.
3. OPERATION
3.01 BRAKE FLUID TESTING PROCEDURE.
WARNING! The unit should only be switched on when the probe tip is fully immersed in
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brake fluid otherwise the heating element may be damaged and your warranty invalidated.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ILLUSTRATED CARD WHEN READING THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
3.02 NOTE. The probe must be inserted into the brake fluid to a minimum depth of 25mm in
order to cover the hole on the side of the probe tip which allows the free flow of the fluid
around the heating element inside. If the design of the vehicle’s master cylinder does not
allow the probe to be inserted to a minimum depth of 25mm then some fluid must be drawn
out of the master cylinder using the plastic pipette and placed into the small plastic
container provided so that the probe tip can be fully immersed. In either case the unit
should not be switched on until the probe is fully covered.
3.03 Wear gloves and eye protection during the test procedure and have a cloth or absorbent
paper available to remove excess brake fluid from the probe tip.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR:
B R A K E F L U I D T E S T E R
MODEL NO:
VS0271
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