Coolant, Extracting

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NOTE:

To extract the coolant use the extraction adapter -item ) COOLING SYSTEM, FLUSHING - Extraction Adapter.

-- Remove the suction hose -5- from the reservoir -2-.

-- Attach the extraction adapter -12- on the connector coupling from the suction hose -5-.

-- Switch on the pump -7- and open the shut-off valves -A and B- on the valve block -8-.

-- Extract the excess coolant using the extraction adapter -12-.

-- Connect the shut-off valves on the valve block and switch off the pump.

Coolant Flushing and Filling Device:VAS531007 , Cleaning:

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NOTE:

If the coolant is in the viewing glass for a longer time, discoloration can occur. For this reason the viewing glass must be flushed with distilled water after the flushing procedure.

If the viewing glass is colored it must be cleaned with a nylon brush.

Use the cleaning adapters -item 13- COOLING SYSTEM, FLUSHING - Cleaning Adapters to flush.

-- Connect the suction hose -5- to the reservoir -1- for distilled water.

-- Connect the flushing hose -10- on the cleaning adapters -9-. Connect the cleaning adapter -9- on the connector coupling -B- on the valve block -8-.

-- Open the shut-off valves -A and B- on the valve block -8-.

-- Switch on the pump -7- and pump distilled water through the hoses until the coolant in the viewing glass -6- is rinsed out.

-- Switch off the pump and close the shut-off valves.

-- Remove the cleaning adapters and seal the flushing hose again with plugs.