START-UP ..............3-1 Firmware-Update ..................3-1 OPERATING ..............4-1 Preparation ....................4-1 4.1.1 Leakage Test ......................4-1 4.1.2 Selftest ......................... 4-13 4.1.3 Getting Device Info ....................4-16 4.1.4 Switch off ......................4-17 VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
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To reduce the risk of fire, do not operate equipment in the vicinity of open containers of flammable liquids (gasoline). WARNING Adequate ventilation should be provided when working on operating internal combustion engines. VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
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WARNING Risk of explosions The VAS 6911A has internal parts which emit sparks and therefore must not be exposed to flammable fumes. The VAS 6911A should be operated at least 460 mm (18 inches) above the floor surface since fumes from fuels and other materials accumulate at floor level.
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12. Use only as described in the manual. Use only manufacturer´s recommended attachments. 13. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
If accessories or the VAS6911A is damaged, do not use the VAS6911A until it’s serviced! Please follow the regulation valid to your country! Read this operating manual and follow especially the safety hints! VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
Allgemeine Angaben Safety Notes Please observe the safety instructions for the VAS 6911A. Sie befinden sich hinter dem Inhaltsverzeichnis. Certificate of Calibration The manufacturer hereby declares (fig 1-1) that the device delivered with this operating manual does not require any calibration within the first 3 years after its delivery.
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Allgemeine Angaben Dichtprüfgerät / Leakagetester VAS 6911A Bestellnummer: BO7987 Das Dichtprüfgerät VAS 6911A wurde unter Einhaltung aller Vorgaben nach der jeweils gültigen Prüfvorschrift erfolgreich getestet und hat in einwandfreiem Zustand unser Haus verlassen. In den ersten 12 Monaten nach der Auslieferung des Geräts ist keine Kalibrierung erforderlich.
Allgemeine Angaben Designated Use The VAS 6911A may only be used in that way, described in this manual. WARNING The housing should only be opened by service personal. See Service Information, Chap. 3.1 Regional Service partners). WARNING Connect only to mains with protective conductor!
Allgemeine Angaben Associated Documents Along with this operating manual, which is to be used by the user in the workshop, there are also the following technical documents for the VAS 6911A: Unpacking instructions, start-up, brief instructions VAS 6911A ...
Ventilation opening for cooling by fresh air. Ventilation opening for cooling by fresh air. Vacuum hose connection WARNING Make sure that (6), (7), (8) Ventilation isn’t blocked and air can circulate! VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
Make sure that (2) Ventilation, (3) Air out and (5) pump outlet isn’t blocked and air can circulate. For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the same type! (T4A / 250 VAC) VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
2.3.1.1 Test Plug eUp!, eGolf, Golf GTE, A3 e-tron VAS 6911/3A-1, EN7583 This test plug is used for leakage testing on VOLKSWAGEN eUP!, eGolf, Golf GTE and A3 e-tron. The test plug is connecting to the traction plug of the HV-Battery.
The sealing plug is used for sealing of the “DC-Charging Connector“. Fig. 2-5 Sealing Plug eUp 2.3.2.2 Sealing Plug eGolf VAS 6911/4-2, EN7552 The sealing plug is used for sealing of the „DC-Charging connector“ Fig. 2-6 Sealing Plug eGolf VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
The vacuum hose connects the VAS6911A to test connector compatible with the HV- Battery. Vacuum hose, Bild 2-7 2.3.4 Carrying case (Aluminum) VAS 6911/7, BG7456, ASE 447 277 00 000 Used for transportation and storage of the VAS6911A. Fig. 2-8 Carrying case (Aluminum) VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
USB-Cable (USB 2.0 Fischer zo USB 2.0 B Rugged), VAS 611 003, BV8139, ASE 611 03 00 000 This USB cable connects the VAS 6911A to the VW Diagnostic system. Fig. 2-10 USB-cable USB 2.0 Fischer to USB 2.0 B Rugged...
The scanner is used to scan the bar code attached to the cell modules. The canner has an USB-Type A connector and has to be connected to the VW Diagnostic system (VAS 6150A / VAS 6051B / VAS 6160). Fig. 2-11 2D-Barcodescanner VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
Please notice the specific regulations and srandards in your country. 2.4.4 Rubber Stopper VAS 6911/10, ASE 447 281 00 000 Delivered by VOLKSWAGEN Used for sealing the over/ under pressure valves build in the HV-battery VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
Set of Test Plugs and Test Connectors consisting of: VAS 6911/3A-1 ● AVL-No.: EN7583 Test Plug eUp!, eGolf, Golf GTE and A3 e-tron VAS 6911/3-2 AVL-No.: EN7553 Test Connector eUp!, eGolf, Golf GTE and A3 e-tron VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
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AVL-Nr.: EX7069 USB-Cable (USB 2.0 A to USB 2.0 B Rugged) VAS 611 003 ASE 611 03 00 000 AVL-No.: BV8139 ● USB-Cable (USB 2.0 Fischer to USB 2.0 B Rugged) VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved. 2-10...
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Gas Leak Search System VAS 6911/14 ASE 447 284 00 000 ● Leak Search System VAS 6911/10 ASE 447 281 00 000 ● Rubber Stopper Delivery of Accessories by VOLKSWAGEN. VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved. 2-11...
Start-up Start-up Take the VAS 6911A into operation. Use the Unpacking, Start-up and Brief instruction“ manual for the VAS6911A. Firmware-Update To do an update of the VAS 6911A firmware proceed as follows: Start up your VAS 6911A, see chap. 3 “Start Up”.
Operating Operating Preparation Prepare the VAS6911A for operation. ( Chap. 3 „Start-up“). 4.1.1 Leakage Test Start│VAS DSS. 1. Start the software by selecting 2. Click on Diagnostic│Leaktest. Fig. 4-1 DSS manager VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
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Operating 3. The start screen appears Click on Leaktest. Fig. 4-2 Start screen VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
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Operating 4. The calibration of the VAS 6911A is valid for 1 year. Die Kalibrierung des VAS 6911A gilt für 1 Jahr. 30 days before the calibration interval ends you will be informed (see screen show below). F8 Next To continue click Fig.
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Operating 5. Es folgt ein Bildschirm mit Sicherheitshinweisen. WARNING Read and follow the safety instructions! Next. 6. To continue Click Fig. 4-4 Screen showing safety hints VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
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If this option is enabled you can input the vehicle data here. These informations are added to the test protocol. You can activate this option at the VAS Manager. Next. To continue click Fig. 4-5 Vehicle identification input dialog VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
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Operating Please input here your name. Next. To continue Click Fig. 4-6 Operator name input VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
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If no bar code reader is available: Choose HV battery type from the drop down list(1) and enter a serial number(2) . Next. Confirm by clicking Fig. 4-7 Selecting battery type and input serial number VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
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Operating 10. Zerocheck Please follow the instructions. Next. Start Zero Check by clicking Fig. 4-8 Zero check VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
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Operating 11. Please note the connection hints Next. To start the Leakage Test click Fig. 4-9 Connection hints VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
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Operating 12. The Leakage Test is carried out. Next. After test has finished press Fig. 4-10 Leakage test VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved. 4-10...
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Operating 13. Please note the disconnection hints. Next. Continue with Fig. 4-11 Disconnecting VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved. 4-11...
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Fig. 4-11 Protocol without car and car shop information Optional: Protocol with vehicle information If the option “Use vehicle information” is enabled (see under Settings=> Application=> Dichtprüfung) the vehicle information is included to the protocol. VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved. 4-12...
The self test hast o be executed at least once a day. The self test can be started from the menue by clicking the Selftest or the selftest done during the first leakcheck that day. Fig. 4-11 Main screen VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved. 4-13...
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Operating 1. Selft Startscreen F8 Next. Follow the hints and continue with Fig. 4-11 Selftest start screen VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved. 4-14...
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Operating 2. The selftest is executed. Fig. 4-11 Selftest is running Next. 3. After the Selftest has finished continue with VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved. 4-15...
Deviceinfo in main menu. Fig. 4-11: Deviceinfo screen If you need help on your VAS6911A device, please have these numbers at hand, when calling out hotline or sending an e-mail. VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved. 4-16...
Operating 4.1.4 Switch off Please switch off the VAS 6911A using the on/off switch on the rear side. VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved. 4-17...
On all other malfunctions please consult your responsible Service, see document Service Information, chap. 3.2 “Regional Service centres”. Exchange the fuse: 1. Turn the VAS 6911A off by using the on/off switch on the rear front. 2. Remove the power cord from the power grid. 3. Exchange the blown fuse.
Replace damaged parts (power cord, adapter, USB cable) in any case! Cleaning CAUTION Before cleaning the VAS 6911A, switch the VAS6911A off, disconnect the power coord and the USB cable! Use only a dry cloth for cleaning! Do not use any cleaner or solvent.
USB 2.0 Rugged Certificates This product complies with all relevant directives and standards. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on the Internet at: https://www.avlditest.com/index.php/en/downloads- en.html VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
FAX to your regional service agency, see Service Information chap. 3.2. 1. Registration details Serial number Yes ❑ Do you have still warranty on your VAS 6911A (24 month)? If so, please enclose delivery note and registration document 2. Dealership details ❑...
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Error message and / or description: Yes ❏ Is the error reproducable? Yes ❏ Is the error coming up sporadically? Which software version does your VAS 6911 show? Software: Please add error description on next page VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
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Last message shown by progam: Space for further comments: Have you enclosed additional documents? Yes ❏ Screen print with error message? Terms for component exchange are known and are accepted. City Date Signature Stamp VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved.
System Delivery - Proof of delivery 8-1 General Information 1-1 General Notes 1-1 Technical data 7-1 Getting Device Info 4-16 Troubleshooting 5-1 IMPORTANT SAFETY VAS 6911 Front View 2-1 INSTRUCTIONS iv VAS 6911 Rear View 2-2 VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved...
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Subject alteration. All rights reserved. Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN AG AVL DiTEST GmbH KD-WERKSTATTAUSRÜSTUNG Alte Poststrasse 156 D-38436 Wolfsburg 8020 Graz AUSTRIA Copyright Volkswagen AG 2019, AVL DiTEST 2019 All rights reserved. VAS 6911A Operating Manual V9.00 12/19 All rights reserved...