Tracer TP-3100 Dye-Lite AM06001 - Manual

Dye-Lite ® Fluorescent Leak Detection Dye
TP-3100 for Diesel Engine Oil
For best inspection results, use a high-intensity Tracerline ® UV or UV/blue light lamp.
You must wear the glasses supplied with the inspection lamp to protect your eyes and to
make leaks clearly visible. The dye will show best under low light conditions.
Adding Dye and Inspecting for Leaks
1.
Turn OFF the engine. Add the dye through the oil fill port. Use 1 ounce (30 ml) of dye for every 4 to 5 quarts
(3.8 to 4.7 liters) of oil.
If the oil is very dirty, you may need to add more dye to obtain a good fluorescent response (additional dye will not
harm the engine) or change the oil before adding the dye.
2.
Run the engine for 5 to 10 minutes so the oil and dye will mix well. Use a Tracerline ® ultraviolet or blue light lamp to inspect
the dipstick or oil fill port and check for a bright fluorescent response. Add more dye if needed. A short road test is
recommended to allow the dye to penetrate all leaks prior to inspections.
3.
Turn OFF the engine. Inspect possible leak areas of the engine with the Tracerline ® lamp. In hard to reach areas, use
a mirror to reflect the light. As an alternative, wipe underneath suspected fittings with a non fluorescent cloth and
check the cloth with the lamp for traces of the fluorescent dye. All leaks will show with a bright yellow-green
fluorescent glow. The glow will show up best under low light conditions.
4.
After the leaks are repaired, clean the remaining dye from the leak sites with Tracer Products’ GLO-AWAY™ dye
cleaner/remover or a general-purpose shop cleaner. Remaining dye could be mistaken for a leak indication. Check all
areas again with the inspection lamp to make sure that no dye remains. Then run the engine for another 5 to 10 minutes
and reinspect with the lamp to be sure that all leaks have been successfully repaired and no new leaks appear.
For product information and technical assistance, contact us at 1-800-641-1133. Outside the U.S. and Canada call
516-333-1254. CHEMTREC Emergency Telephone No. (24 hours): 1-800-424-9300. Call collect outside continental
U.S.: 703-527-3887. Consult Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) on our website at www.tracerline.com.
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PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Dye-Lite ®
No. TP-3100
Dye-Lite ® fluorescent leak detection dyes are used in
conjunction with ultraviolet or UV/blue
light lamps to pinpoint leak sources in gasoline and
diesel engines, automatic transmissions, power
steering, fuel, hydraulic and cooling systems.
PLEASE NOTE
Wipe all dye spills immediately to prevent damage to paints, finishes and bumpers.
Dye may stain hands and clothing.
SAFETY
Wear approved safety glasses or goggles whenever using an ultraviolet or UV/blue light lamp
or servicing any motor vehicle.
Manufactured by:
TRACER PRODUCTS
A Division of Spectronics Corporation
956 Brush Hollow Road, P.O. Box 483
Westbury, New York 11590
Tel: 800-641-1133 • Fax: 800-354-2353
Outside U.S. and Canada:
Tel: 516-333-1254 • Fax: 516-876-8411
www.tracerline.com
CAUTION
Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight, heat sources and open flame.
May be harmful or fatal if swallowed. May cause eye, skin and respiratory irritation. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Wipe all dye spills promptly. Dye may stain hands and clothing.