MotorVac COOLANTCLEAN III - Manual (Page 23)

Appendix A - Maintenance
Maintenance Procedures
The following maintenance procedures should be performed on a routine basis:
1. Clean
unit’s internal filter screen every 30 services or as necessary. Located on top of the clean
fluid tank.
2.
Clean the unit’s external filter screen every 15 services or as necessary.
See the next section for procedure.
3. Carefully clean the exterior with a soft cloth to keep the cabinet looking new. Check the
cabinet for dents or impact markings, if found inspect for damaged components.
4. Check all hoses and wires for cuts or frays.
Cleaning The Unit’s External Filter
CAUTION!!!
Filter, unit components and coolant may be HOT.
NOTE: Carefully touch the RED hose to determine component temperatures before unscrewing filter
or performing any service procedures.
1. Connect unit to a 12 VDC. Automotive battery.
2. Insert the unit’s Clear Drain hose to into a suitable container for proper disposal of antifreeze.
3. Connect an open-end adapter to unit’s Red hose, press power switch to VACUUM position.
4. Let pump run until no fluid is draining from the unit’s drain hose. Press switch to OFF.
5. Place a catch pan under the filter assembly to collect any coolant spills.
J. Cleaning the unit’s Filter:
1.
Remove filter canister by turning clockwise.
Carefully remove internal screen for cleaning, Clean screen carefully, (do not deform). To
reinstall, align screen on tapered alignment bezel in center of canister. Verify that screen stands
in center of canister, verify that o-ring seal is installed correctly & reinstall canister carefully to
avoid deforming screen.
2.
Enter initials, date, and a check mark in the appropriate boxes of the Maintenance
Record at the end of this chapter.