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COOLING SYSTEM TESTER CAP SYSTEM
MODEL NO: VS001.V3
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 & CAUTIONS. USE
THE 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
WARNING! Ensure all Health & Safety, local authority and general workshop practice regulations are strictly adhered to when
using product.
WARNING! Ensure the radiator is cool before opening the cap.
WARNING! Be very careful when working with hot, pressurised cooling systems. There is high risk of very serious scalding. Always wear eye
protection.
9 Maintain tools in good and clean condition for best and safest performance. DO NOT use tester if damaged.
9 Wear suitable clothing to avoid snagging. Do not wear jewellery and tie back long hair.
9 Use proper ventilation and avoid breathing in exhaust fumes.
9 Keepareextinguishertohand.
9 Account for all tools and parts being used and do not leave them in or near the engine.
9 Keep tester parts clean and dry and store each component part in its appropriate location in the carry case.
IMPORTANT: Always refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s service instructions, or proprietary manual, to establish the current procedure
and data. These instructions are provided as a guide only.
9 Ensure the gauge is reading zero to indicate no pressure before disconnecting.
2. INTRODUCTION
TraditionalstylecoolingsystempressuretestingkitwithaselectionofadaptorstotpopularEuropeanvehiclesincludingFiat,Peugeot,BMW,
Volvo,Renault,VWplusFord,RoverandJapanesevehicles.
Locate system leaks from:
• Head gasket.
• Header tank.
• Radiator and heater cores.
• Water pump plugs, hoses and housings.
Kitfeaturesadaptorsttedwithquick-releasecouplingsandhigh-poweredpumpwithlarge,easy-to-readdial.Thesetispackedinalargecarry-
case and is supplied with operating instructions..
3. OPERATION
3.1. SET-UP.
3.1.1. Removetheradiatorcapandcleanaroundtheradiatortting.
3.1.2. Fittheappropriatevehicleadaptorasfollows:
3.1.3. Screw cap fastening.
3.1.4. Select the correct adaptor cap size for the type of vehicle and radiator to be tested. Screw the cap on the radiator and check that the
rubbergasketiscorrectlytted.
3.1.5. Expansiontank(European).Seeg.1.
3.1.6. Selectthecorrectadaptor(g.1.9,10or11)forthetypeofvehicleandtanktobetested.Screwtheadaptorintotheadjusting
connector(g.1.8).Fastenthetwometalclipsoftheadjustingconnectortothellerneckandwindtheupperknobtoensureatightt.
3.1.7. Expansiontank(Japanesecars)Seeg.2.
3.1.8. Selectadaptor(g.2.12)forJapanesecarsandattachittotheadjustingconnector(g.2.8)usingtheintegralclips.
3.1.9. Selectthecorrectadaptor(g.9,10or11)forthetypeofvehicleandtanktobetested.Screwtheadaptorintotheadjustingconnector.
3.1.10. Placetheassemblyovertheradiatorllerneckandwindtheknobonthebayonetconnectortoensurethattheadaptorsealsdownon
thetopofthelleropening.
3.1.11. Connectthepumptothecapbymeansofthequick-releasecouplingattheendofthepumphose.
3.2. ` CHECKING THE SYSTEM.
3.2.1. Pumpthesystemuntilthepressuregauge(g.3)indicatesapproximately15psi.
3.2.2. If gauge pointer remains stationary for one minute it will indicate that the cooling system is in good working order.
3.2.3. If the pointer falls, it indicates that the system has a leak resulting in loss of pressure.
3.2.4. Check the system for water leaks and, if located, repair accordingly.
3.2.5. If there is pressure loss but no external water leakage check condition of the head gasket.
3.2.6. Re-testtoensuretherepairedsystemisingoodworkingorder.
NOTE! To release pressure from the pump, press the release valve (fig.3). Ensure gauge is reading zero to indicate no pressure before
connecting.
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4. APPLICATIONS
ADDITIONAL CONFIGURATION
USING VSOO1.V3-14.
Original Language Version
©JackSealeyLimited
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Brand Pressure Test Adaptor
ALFAROMEO #7
AUDI #2, 3, 4, 6 or 7.
BMW #3, 4 or 5.
CHRYSLER #7,8or10.
CITROEN #7,8or10.
DAEWOO #2,3or19.
DAIHATSU #15 or 16.
FIAT #6 or 7.
FORD #2,3,15,16,17,10+17,18,19or20.
HOLDEN #3,15,16,10+17,19or20.
HONDA #7, 15 or 16.
HSV #3or20.
HYUNDAI #16.
ISUZU #16.
JAGUAR #7or19.
KIA #13 or 16.
LANCIA #7.
LAND ROVER #5.
LEXUS #15 or 16.
MAZDA #15,16,19or20.
MERCEDES #1,8+10or9.
MINI #7.
MITSUBISHI #8,10+14,15or16.
NISSAN #8+10,8+11+14or16.
OPEL #3, 6, 7 or 16.
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Sealey Group, Kempson Way, Suffolk Business Park, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP32 7AR
01284 757500 01284 703534 sales@sealey.co.uk www.sealey.co.uk
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ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted, taken to
a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment. When the product becomes completely
unserviceableandrequiresdisposal,drainanyfluids(ifapplicable)intoapprovedcontainersanddisposeoftheproductandfluids
according to local regulations.
Note: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior
notice. Pleasenotethatotherversionsofthisproductareavailable.Ifyourequiredocumentationforalternativeversions,pleaseemailorcall
ourtechnicalteamontechnical@sealey.co.ukor01284757505.
Important: No Liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
Warranty:Guaranteeis12monthsfrompurchasedate,proofofwhichisrequiredforanyclaim.
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PEUGEOT #6 or 7.
PROTON #15 or 16.
RENAULT #6 or 7.
ROVER #5, 6 or 7.
SAAB #2,7,19or20.
SEAT #3 or 4.
SKODA #2 or 3.
SSANGYONG #19.
SUBARU #15 or 16.
SUZUKI #8+11+12or8+10or8+11+14,15or16.
TOYOTA #8+11+14,15,16or19.
VAG #2, 3, 4 or 7.
VOLKSWAGEN #2,4,6,7or20.
VOLVO #6 or 7.
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