Welcome Thank you for purchasing the PowerMaxx MX1 Power Steering Fluid Changer. This PowerMaxx MX1 is the latest technology in power steering fluid changing machines and is able to rapidly exchange fluid directly from the power steering unit without manipulating any valves.
PowerMaxx MX1™- doing so will void warranty. • • When using the PowerMaxx MX1™ for the first time, Fill tanks of the PowerMaxx MX1™ only with verify that the air pressure gauge is set at 69 psi (see power steering fluid.
Owner’s Records For your convenience, record the model and serial number found on the bottom plate of the unit in the space below. (see Fig. 1) PLease refer to them when contacting you r distributor with an questions or operating difficulty. Date of Purchase: Model: Serial Number:...
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Model: PowerMaxx MX1 PS Fluid Changer Parts 1. Compound Gauge 2. Pressure Gauge 3. Shop Air Coupler Fitting 4 Quick Lid 5. Control Panel with Valves A. Main Air Valve (Green) B. Air Control Valve (Orange) C. TK Control Valve (Silver) 6.
Tank Control Air Selector Valve to the HOLD AIR PRESSURE position. After the pressure has been held, the Main Air Valve can be turned to the CLOSE position; at this point the PowerMaxx™ is said to be “charged”.
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10. Fluid Hose Pair - 6 foot long poly-spring transparent reinforced vacuum hose to show fluid being withdrawn from power steering unit or machine tank. 11. Twin Gun - manifold at end of Fluid Hose Pair. Contains Tank1 Control Valve and Tank 2 Control Valve.
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18. Door Panel - Hinged panel on back of Control Panel housing to allow access to New Power Steering Fluid Tanks. 19. Lock - Lock located on left side of Door Panel to keep Door Panel closed securely. 20. 5/16” OD x 12” Paired Tubes - to convey fluid between power steering unit and machine. Usually connected to Twin-Gun.
PowerMaxx MX1™ QUICK STEP COTROL DIAGRAMS Non-Operating Filling TK2 with New Fluid Preparation Figure A Figure B (Step 1) Figure C (Step 2) REGULATOR REGULATOR MAIN AIR AIR CONTROL MAIN AIR AIR CONTROL OPEN DISPOSAL DISPOSAL OPEN PRESSURE OUT (ON)
How to Use Non-Operating Refer to Quick Step Diagram Figure A 1. All valves turned to the CLOSE or FLUSH (horizontal) position. 2. Pressure Gauge (#7) at 0 psi. 3. Compound Gauge (#1) at 0 inches Hg. Filling Tank 2 with New Power Steering Fluid Refer to Quick Step Diagram Figure B.
2. Inspect the vehicle power steering hoses for any leaks and start the engine to determine that the power steering system is in good condition. 3. Let the vehicle idle in park with the hand brake engaged. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the right and then all the way to the left..
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2. The old dark red or black power steering fluid will be vacuumed out of the reservoir and begin flowing through Old Fluid Tube (#10B) to Old Power Steering Fluid Tank 1 (#12). At the same time, new power steering fluid will flow through New Fluid Tube (#10A) into the reservoir.
6. After 1 quart of power steering fluid has been used, turn the steering wheel all the way back to the right. 7. After one and a half quarts of power steering fluid have been used, position the shorter tube of the Paired Tube at the maximum fluid level mark in the reservoir (See Fig.
Disposing Old Power Steering Fluid to a Waste Container Without Air Hose Connected to Shop Air Coupler Fitting 1. Turn the orange Air Control Selection (#B) Valve to the DISPOSAL position. 2. Turn the silver Tank Control Air Selector Valve (#C) in the center of the control panel to the FLUSH / OLD FLUID TK 1 position.
Ordering Parts Replacement Part Numbers 1. Compound Gauge You can order parts for your PowerMaxx MX1 by calling (210) 368-9248 or visiting 2. Pressure Gauge www.maxxmarka.com. 3. Shop Air Coupler Fitting 4. Main Air Valve Assembly (Green) 5. Air Control Valve Assembly (Orange) 6.
Limited United States Warranty Seller warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of original purchase. If the Buyer discovers a manufacturing defect in the product, the Seller will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge to the Buyer. To qualify for warranty repair or replacement you non-authorized repair center of Seller, has not must comply with the following:...
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