1. Keep work area clean and well lit.
2. Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work
area. Do not let them handle the A/C Manifold Gauge Set.
3. There are certain applications for which this A/C Manifold Gauge
Set was designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate
for which it was intended. Do not modify this A/C Manifold Gauge Set
and do not use this A/C Manifold Gauge Set for a purpose for which it
was not intended.
4. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can
be caught in moving engine parts. Protective clothes and nonskid
footwear are recommended when working. Wear restrictive hair
covering to contain long hair.
5.
Wear ANSI-approved impact safety goggles and heavy-duty work
gloves at all times during setup and use.
6. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
7. Maintain gauge with care. Keep the A/C Manifold Gauge Set clean
for better and safer performance. Inspect hoses periodically, and if
damaged, have them repaired by a qualied technician.
8. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not
operate gauge when you are tired.
9. Check for damaged parts. Before using any gauge, any part that
appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it
will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts or mounting
xtures; and any other condition that may affect proper operation.
Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by
a qualied technician.
10. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only
identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the
warranty. Only use accessories intended for use with this gauge.
11. Do not operate gauge if under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.
Read warning labels if taking prescription medicine to determine if
your judgment or reexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is
any doubt, do not operate the gauge.
12.
Maintenance. For your safety, service and maintenance should be
performed regularly by a qualied technician.
13.
Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
14. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before
using this product. Electromagnetic elds in close proximity to a heart
pacemaker could cause interference to or failure of the pacemaker.
In addition, people with pacemakers should observe the following:
Caution is necessary when near the coil, spark plug cables, or
distributor of a running engine.
15. The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this
instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common
sense and caution are factors, which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
16. ONLY USE REFRIGERANT R-134a WITH THIS A/C MANIFOLD
GAUGE SET.
17. Do not start an engine in an enclosed area (like a garage).
A running gasoline engine generates carbon monoxide; carbon
monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause serious injury
and death, if inhaled.
18. Keep hands away from the moving parts and hot parts of
vehicle’s engine.
19. Read and understand all instructions and safety precautions
as outlined in the vehicle manufacturer’s manual for air condition
servicing. Only qualied mechanics that are trained in servicing air
conditioning systems should use this product.
20. When warming up an engine in preparation for checking of the
A/C system, make sure the vehicle’s transmission is placed in “Park”
and the emergency brake is applied.
21. Refrigerant can cause severe frostbite if it comes in contact with
skin. Follow the safety warnings and instructions provided by the
refrigerant manufacturer.
22. Do not disconnect any pressurized hose. Pressurized refrigerant
can cause severe injury.
23. Use caution when opening an air conditioning system line or
can of refrigerant. When checking, always place a towel around the
service valves of the air conditioning unit and Red and Blue Couplers
(22 and 23).
24.
Keep refrigerant away from excessive heat as pressure in the
container could increase enough to rupture the can.
25.
Do not discharge refrigerant into the atmosphere. Capture
refrigerant into an approved recovery container (not included),
and then dispose of properly. Contact your local Hazardous Waste
Authority for disposal guidelines.
26. Only use refrigerant in a manner consistent with the air
conditioning system’s repair manual.
Blue (Low) Gauge............................................................................................................................................... 0-120 PSI
Blue Hose ............................................................................................................................................. 1/4 in. FFL x 50 in.
Red (High) Gauge .............................................................................................................................................. 0-500 PSI
Red Hose.............................................................................................................................................. 1/4 in. FFL x 50 in.
Yellow Hose .......................................................................................................................................1/2 in. ACME x 50 in.
Gauge Accuracy ........................................................................................................................................................+/-2%
SPECIFICATIONS:
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
This instruction manual is intended for your benefit. Please read and follow the safety, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting steps described within to ensure
your safety and satisfaction. The contents of this instruction manual are based upon the latest product information available at the time of publication. The
manufacturer reserves the right to make product changes at any time without notice.
SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS
WARNING: Read and understand this entire instruction manual before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain
this product. Failure to comply with the instructions may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage!
The following signal words are used to emphasize safety warnings that must be followed when using this product:
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that,
if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that,
if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates important information, which if not
followed, MAY cause damage to equipment.
SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS
