CPS MOTORVAC Cool Smoke MP User Manual

Multi-pressure leak diagnostics system

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Cool Smoke
MP
®
Multi-Pressure Leak Diagnostics System
Part No. 500-0175
LEAK DETECTION
SERVICE
USER MANUAL
CPSPRODUCTS.COM

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  • Page 1 Cool Smoke ® Multi-Pressure Leak Diagnostics System Part No. 500-0175 LEAK DETECTION SERVICE USER MANUAL CPSPRODUCTS.COM...
  • Page 2 MotorVac Cool Smoke® is refillable by the end-user when the smoke-producing fluid is depleted. Please review this User Guide to become familiar with the Cool Smoke® MP and all its features. Thank you for choosing the MotorVac® Cool Smoke® MP. CPS Products Inc.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION & PRECAUTIONS ......4 SYSTEM FEATURES & FUNCTIONS ........5 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..........6 MODES OF OPERATION ...........7 FIRST TIME OPERATION ..........7 INCLUDED ACCESSORIES ..........8 HP TEST SETUP ..............9 Intial Setup ..................9 EVAP TEST SETUP ............10 Test Setup ................. 10 Leak Verification ..............
  • Page 4: Safety Information & Precautions

    SAFETY INFORMATION & PRECAUTIONS To prevent personal injury and / or damage to vehicle or equipment: • Many automotive manufacturers require the use of nitrogen to be used while testing the EVAP system. This is because a high heat source or spark could ignite fuel vapors mixed with air.
  • Page 5: System Features & Functions

    SYSTEM FEATURES & FUNCTIONS 1. COOL SMOKE FLUID DIPSTICK: To check the fluid level insert dipstick until threads touch then remove and read. CAUTION: DO NOT OVERFILL THE UNIT. Maximum Minimum 2. COLOR SCREEN: The advanced color LCD display is used to navigate through all modes and gives feedback on pressure in the system.
  • Page 6: Technical Specifications

    SYSTEM FEATURES & FUNCTIONS (CONTINUED) 4. COMPRESSED AIR INLET: Connect appropriate 1/4” NPT male quick coupler to supply the Cool Smoke® MP with compressed air supply. 5. POWER CABLE: The power harness with battery clips is intended to be connected to either a 12 VDC or 24 VDC battery.
  • Page 7: Modes Of Operation

    MODES OF OPERATION The MotorVac® Cool Smoke® MP has two modes of testing: Smoke mode: The Cool Smoke® MP will produce high density smoke-like vapor at set pressures between 3-60 psi, for MP mode, and 0.5 psi, for EVAP mode, to quickly pinpoint the location of a leak using both visible vapor and UV dye deposits.
  • Page 8: Included Accessories

    INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Part Number Description 060-0005 SERVICE PORT ADAPTER (standard size): connects to factory service port on most OBD-II vehicles 060-0008 SCHRADER REMOVAL / INSTALLATION TOOL: fits both sizes of Schrader valves in vehicles with factory OBD-II service port fittings 070-MD7697 UV FLAH LIGHT: This powerful White/Uv/Laser light makes it easy to find smoke...
  • Page 9: Hp Test Setup

    (—) battery clip to a solid ground point as far from the battery as possible. 3. Connect shop air to the MotorVac Cool Smoke MP inlet located on the side of the machine. Be sure supply pressure to the machine is between 90—150 psi.
  • Page 10: Evap Test Setup

    EVAP TEST SETUP CAUTION — Many automakers require the use of a non-combustible gas such as nitrogen to be used while testing an EVAP system. This is because a heat source or spark could ignite fuel vapors when mixed with air. The MotorVac Cool Smoke does not introduce a dangerous heat source.
  • Page 11: Finding The Leak

    EVAP TEST SETUP (CONTINUED) Finding the Leak TIP: It is best to perform all testing in calm air, so that the smoke exiting the leak will not be blown away impairing your view of the leak. 1. Ensure all steps outlined in test setup were followed. For best performance fully unwind the outlet hose.
  • Page 12: Settings

    SETTINGS The Cool Smoke® MP Settings page allows you to change the default setting for the following functions: Language, Units of Measurement, Default Settings, Smoke Test and Smokeless Test. 1. From the Home screen, use the Next/Back buttons ( to navigate to “Settings.” 2.
  • Page 13: Default Settings: Default Pressure

    SETTINGS (CONTINUED) DEFAULT SETTINGS Default Pressure You can select the default pressure for the Leak test. Default values and range are as follows: HP Mode EVAP Mode Default: 10.0psi Default: 0.5psi Range: 1 to 60psi Range: 0.2 to 0.5 psi To change the default pressure, use the scroll buttons ( ) to select the...
  • Page 14: Select Mode Of Operation

    SELECT MODE OF OPERATION EVAP or HP Mode 1. Select the EVAP or MP mode by using the Next/Back buttons ( 2. Select the mode by pressing “select” button • A WARNING screen is displayed when MP is selected reminding the user NOT to connect to an EVAP system.
  • Page 15: Test Procedure

    TEST PROCEDURE Smoke Test The purpose of a smoke test is to fill a system with pressurized smoke until the set pressure is reached. Use the high intensity a white light to detect the smoke exiting any leak points. The white light has a focusing feature to zoom in on the leak points and improve visibility.
  • Page 16: Smoke Test - Evap Mode

    TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED) EVAP MODE 1. Select smoke test by pressing 2. Follow on screen instructions and “select” button ( ) while press the “Start” button ( ) to smoke test icon is highlighted in red. begin pressurizing the system. 3.
  • Page 17: Leak Test - Leak Size Test (Hp)

    TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED) LEAK TEST The purpose of a leak test is to verify if a system is leaking and after repairing the vehicle, confirm that the leak has been fixed. The Cool Smoke® MP has two different leak tests: Leak Size and Pressure Decay. 1.
  • Page 18: Leak Test - Leak Size Test (Evap)

    TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED) 5. Results — When the output pressure stabilizes at the set pressure, the leak size results page will display the leak size and resulting flow rate from the test. 2. Leak Size Test (EVAP) The Cool Smoke® MP has advanced electronics that are capable of determining the size of a leak that is greater than 0.015”...
  • Page 19 TEST PROCEDURE (CONTINUED) 3. HP & EVAP Pressure Decay Test A pressure decay test can be used for any size leak. This specification is used by many OEM vehicle manufacturers to determine if the amount of leakage in the turbo system is acceptable or requires repair. This test can also be applied to EVAP systems.
  • Page 20: Cool Smoke ® Hp Turbo Adapter Kit

    COOL SMOKE ® HP TURBO ADAPTER KIT The optional add-on accessory Cool Smoke MP Turbo Adapter Kit Part# 200-0150 includes plugs, hoses, clamps, lights and glasses. 13-15 ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 98821846 Phazer White 5 W Light AAA 98006475 Black UV LED Light AAA S/A 068-0100 Turbo Adapter Plug 2.25”...
  • Page 21: A: Troubleshooting & Additional Help

    APPENDIX A: TROUBLESHOOTING & ADDITIONAL HELP Refer to the list below in the unlikely event that you have any operating issues with your Cool Smoke® MP Diagnostic System. Issue Solution Excess fluid exits output hose The unit may have been overfilled with Cool Smoke fluid.
  • Page 22: B: Replacement Parts

    APPENDIX B: REPLACEMENT PARTS Please refer to the part number below when ordering replacement parts for the Cool Smoke® MP. For Turbo Adapter Kit accessories see page 21. ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 200-1801 Smoke Output Hose Cool Smoke® MP 200-1802 Dipstick Cool Smoke MP 200-1803...
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