LAUNCH TECH X-431 PAD V LINK HD Manual page 4

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 Before starting the engine, put the gear lever in the Neutral position (for manual transmission) or in the Park (for
automatic transmission) position to avoid injury.
 NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine. Do not operate the tool in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or heavy dust.
 Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline/chemical/electrical fires nearby.
 Wear an ANSI-approved eye shield when testing or repairing vehicles.
 Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle unattended while testing.
 Use extreme caution when working around the ignition coil, distributor cap, ignition wires and spark plugs. These
components create hazardous voltage when the engine is running.
 To avoid damaging the tool or generating false data, please make sure the vehicle battery is fully charged and the
connection to the vehicle DLC (Data Link Connector) is clear and secure.
 Retrieving and using DTCs for troubleshooting vehicle operation is only one part of an overall diagnostic strategy.
Never replace a part based only on the DTC definition. Each DTC has a set of testing procedures, instructions and
flow charts that must be followed to confirm the location of the problem. This information can be found in the vehicle's
service manual.
 Automotive batteries contain sulfuric acid that is harmful to skin. In operation, direct contact with the automotive
batteries should be avoided. Keep the ignition sources away from the battery at all times.
 Keep the tool dry, clean, free from oil, water or grease. Use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to clear the outside of
the equipment when necessary.
 Keep clothing, hair, hands, tools, test equipment, etc. away from all moving or hot engine parts.
 Store the tool and accessories in a locked area out of the reach of children.
 Do not use the tool while standing in water.
 Do not expose the tool or power adapter to rain or wet conditions. Water entering the tool or power adaptor increases
the risk of electric shock.
 This tool is a sealed unit. There are no end-user serviceable parts inside. All internal repairs must be done by an
authorized repair facility or qualified technician. If there is any inquiry, please contact the dealer.
 Keep the tool far away from magnetic devices because its radiations can damage the screen and erase the data
stored on the tool.
 Do not attempt to replace the internal rechargeable lithium battery. Contact the dealer for factory replacement.
 Do not disconnect battery or any wiring cables in the vehicle when the ignition switch is on, as this could avoid
damage to the sensors or the ECU.
 Do not place any magnetic objects near the ECU. Disconnect the power supply to the ECU before performing any
welding operations on the vehicle.
 Use extreme caution when performing any operations near the ECU or sensors. Ground yourself when you
disassemble PROM, otherwise ECU and sensors can be damaged by static electricity.
 When reconnecting the ECU harness connector, be sure it is attached firmly, otherwise electronic elements, such as
ICs inside the ECU, can be damaged.
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