Equus 3660 - Hand Vacuum Pump & Brake Bleeding Kit - Manual (Page 3)

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I. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations. You have purchased a precision instrument
manufactured to the highest quality standards. This hand-operated
vacuum pump is a versatile tool that can be used in almost any
application where a vacuum must be generated, an existing vacuum
within a system must be measured or for fluid evacuation.
The vacuum pump is designed to aid in testing automotive vacuum
systems; testing vacuum actuated components and devices, and
bleeding brake systems.
The vacuum pump can also be used (in conjunction with a fluid
evacuation kit) as a fluid evacuation device to evacuate fluids from
various systems or locations.
II. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To avoid personal injury, instrument damage and/or damage to
equipment under test, DO NOT operate the hand pump before
reading this manual. ALWAYS use extreme caution when
working on an automobile.
This manual describes common test procedures used by experienced
service personnel and technicians. Many test procedures require
precautions to avoid accidents that can result in personal injury, and/or
vehicle or equipment damage. Always read your vehicle's service
manual and follow its safety precautions before any test or service
procedure is performed.
a. When an engine is running, it produces carbon monoxide )a toxic
and poisonous gas). To prevent serious injury or death from carbon
monoxide poisoning, operate a vehicle ONLY in a well-ventilated
area.
b. To protect your eyes from propelled objects as well as hot or caustic
liquids, always wear approved safety eye protection.
c. When an engine is running, several engine components rotate at a
very high rate of speed (coolant fan, pulleys, fan belt etc.). To avoid
serious injury, always be conscious of moving parts and keep a safe
distance from all these items as well as other potentially moving
objects.
d. Engine parts become extremely hot when the engine is running. To
prevent severe burns, avoid contact with hot engine parts.
e. Before starting an engine for troubleshooting, make sure the
parking brake is engaged. Put the transmission in "park" )for
automatic transmission) or "neutral" (for manual transmission).
Block the drive wheels with a suitable blocking device.