GxT Ferret 21 Smoke - Manual (Page 2)

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Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 2
Controls & Indicators............................................................................................................................ 3-4
Pressure Gauge................................................................................................................................ 3
Flow Meter ....................................................................................................................................... 3
Polarity Light .................................................................................................................................... 3
Flow Lamp........................................................................................................................................ 3
Mode Switch .................................................................................................................................... 3
............. 1 PSI .................................................................................................................................. 3
............. 3 PSI .................................................................................................................................. 4
............. Manual............................................................................................................................... 4
Regulator Control ............................................................................................................................. 4
Timer ................................................................................................................................................ 4
Foot Switch ...................................................................................................................................... 4
Using the CoolSmoke .......................................................................................................................... 5-7
Calibration ........................................................................................................................................ 5
Seeing the Smoke ............................................................................................................................ 5
Confi rming a Leak Exists ................................................................................................................. 6
Pressure and Flow Information ........................................................................................................ 6
Helpful Hints..................................................................................................................................... 7
Care of the Housing ......................................................................................................................... 7
Fuel Level Quick Check ................................................................................................................... 7
Refi lling the Fuel............................................................................................................................... 7
System Checks .................................................................................................................................. 8-10
EGR Valves....................................................................................................................................... 8
Fuel Injectors.................................................................................................................................... 8
Base Gaskets ................................................................................................................................... 8
Air Intake with a Mass Air Flow Sensor............................................................................................ 8
Vacuum Lines/Intake Manifod or Plenum ........................................................................................ 8
Engine Mechanical - Head Gasket................................................................................................... 9
Engine Mechanical - Cylinder Condition.......................................................................................... 9
Oil Leaks ........................................................................................................................................ 10
EVAP Emissions Systems .............................................................................................................. 10
Hoses and Heater Cores................................................................................................................ 10
Warranty ................................................................................................................................................ 11
Technical Support.................................................................................................................................. 11
Safety Warnings .................................................................................................................................... 12
Introduction
The CoolSmoke EVAP Leak Detector has been designed and built by automotive technicians, for
automotive technicians. It is NOT a tool for an amateur or do-it-yourselfer.
It is essential that the operator reads and understands the instructions provided here, as well as the
concepts of pressure and fl ow testing. Failure to read and understand ALL of the following information will
result in unsatisfactory performance from CoolSmoke EVAP Leak Detector. It may also lead to damaging
systems and components via excessive air pressure.