Performance Tool W89729 User manual

Leakdown Test Kit
OWNER'S MANUAL
Stock Number W89729
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Adapters Included – 12mm and 14mm spark plug adapters
Gauges – 2-1/2’’ diameter, rubber protected
Gauge Scale – 0 to 100psi in 2psi increments; 0-7 bar in 0.2 bar increments
Maximum Inlet Pressure – 100psi
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to follow all instructions detailed in this manual may result in serious personal injury.
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under normal use and service. A defective product may be returned for a free replacement within 90
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incident to normal use and service.
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEM-
BLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFAC-
TURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO
THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN
FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL
REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISKS
AND LI-ABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL
PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER
INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.

1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark work areas invite accidents.
2. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating tools and
equipment. Do not assemble or use this product while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating tools and equipment may
result in serious personal injury.
3. Wear eye protection. WearANSI-approved safety impact glasses and full face shield
when using this product.
4. Do not force the Leakdown Test Kit. Use the correct product for your application. The cor-
rect product will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
5. Maintain the Leakdown Test Kit with care. Keep this product clean. Properly maintained
products are less likely to malfunction. Do not use damaged products. Tag damaged prod-
ucts “Do not use” until repaired.
6. Check for any condition that may negatively affect the Leakdown Test Kit’s operation.
If readings are inconsistent, or if it appears that the gauge is not functioning properly, the
Test Kit should be serviced by a qualified service technician. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained products.
7. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories
that may be suitable for one product may become hazardous when used on another product.
8. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
9. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Leakdown Test Kit. These carry important infor-
mation. If unreadable or missing, contact Wilmar Corporation for a replacement.
10. Use the right product for the job. There are certain applications for which this product
was designed. Do not use small products to do the work of larger industrial products. Do not
use this product for a purpose for which it was not intended.
11. Product service must be performed only by qualified service technician. Service or main-
tenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
12. When servicing the Leakdown Test Kit, use only identical replacement parts.
About Cylinder Leak Testing
A cylinder leakdown tester can give you valuable information about where an engine’s compression
is being lost. For example, a compression test on an engine shows a cylinder with low compression.
Performing a leakdown test will show where the loss of compression is, such as intake or exhaust
valves, head gaskets, rings or pistons, or the engine block itself. Here are some places to look when
a high leakdown result is found:
1. Tailpipe for exhaust valve leaks
2. Carburetor or throttle body for intake valves
3. Oil filler or dipstick tube for rings and piston issues
4. Radiator for head gasket or cylinder block issues
Keep in mind that all engines will have some leak loss, no engine seals 100%. If there is low com-
pression and the gauge shows that the cylinder is 100% sealed, look for a blockage of the tool or
low pressure setting. If the cylinder is leaking very high or at 100% leak, check to see that the piston
being tested is at TDC on the compression stroke, otherwise an intake or exhaust valve will be open,
causing a faulty reading.
Always refer to the vehicle’s factory repair manual for acceptable leakdown numbers.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
IMPORTANT NOTE: Be sure the regulator knob is turned fully counter-clockwise before
connecting the cylinder leakage tester to a pressurized air source. Failure to do so may
result in damage to the tool.
Note: Engine must be at normal operating temperature for accurate testing. Start engine
and let it warm up to normal operating temperature, then turn it off for testing. WARNING:
Always run engine in a well ventilated space. Running engines produce Carbon Monoxide,
a colorless, odorless gas that can cause personal injury or death. Keep hands and loose
objects away from running engines. Always wear approved eye protection.
1. Prior to removing spark plugs, clean area around spark plugs using compressed
air to free loose debris t hat could fall into the cylinder upon spark plug removal.
2. Remove all spark plug wires and spark plugs from engine.
3. Remove air cleaner or intake tube, oil filler cap, radiator cap and dipstick. This will assist
in locating source of excessive leak.
4. Position cylinder to be tested at TDC for that cylinder. Refer to vehicle manual for
engine timing marks.
5. Turn the regulator knob fully counter-clockwise. Connect the leakdown tester to
a compressed air source.
6. Set the air compressor’s regulator to 7psi to 100psi. Never operate tool with more than
100psi inlet pressure or damage to the tool can result.
7. Turn the regulator knob clockwise until the cylinder leakage gauge reads “0” at the
end of the yellow band.
8. Hand screw the adapter hose into the spark plug hole of the cylinder to be tested.
Connect the male end of the adapter hose to the female coupler of the extension hose.
9. You can now read the leakage on the gauge as a percentage loss.
10. Perform same steps on remaining cylinders.
1. Female quick connector 2. Metric adapter M12 x 1.25 (with O-ring)
3. Metric adapter M14 x 1.5 (with O-ring) 4. Extension hose
5. Gauge base 6. Leakage gauge
7. Pressure gauge 8. Male quick connector
9. Regulator 10. Adapter hose
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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ABOUT CYLINDER LEAK TESTING
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