Sealey VSE3157 User Manual
Vse3157, Diesel compression gauge, hose & tdc base kit, Instructions for
INSTRUCTIONS for:
DIESEL COMPRESSION GAUGE,
HOSE & TDC BASE KIT
MODEL No:
VSE3157
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions and properly
maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS,
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS. USE THE PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS
INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
2. INTRODUCTION
WARNING! Ensure Health and Safety, local authority and general
workshop practice regulations are adhered to when using tools.
DO NOT use tools if seals or threads are damaged. Any defective
seal
MUST be changed before use to avoid incorrect readings.
Maintain tools in good and clean condition for best and safest
performance.
Ensure that a vehicle which has been jacked up is adequately
supported with axle stands.
Wear approved eye protection. A full range of personal safety
equipment is available from your Sealey dealer.
Wear suitable clothing to avoid snagging.
DO NOT wear jewellery
and tie back long hair.
Ensure any disconnected fuel pipes are plugged to avoid spillage.
Ensure that the correct connector is used for the engine being tested.
Compression tests on diesel engines should be conducted
when the engine is cold.
Keep a fire extinguisher to hand.
Use proper ventilation and avoid breathing in exhaust fumes.
Ensure you keep tester at arms length when relieving pressure
to avoid personal injury.
Fuel delivery must be prevented by either operating the engine stop
lever or disconnecting fuel pump solenoid.
Protect hands from burns, as quick release coupling and adaptors
may become very hot during use.
Always release the pressure from the gauge before disconnecting
the quick release coupling.
Account for all tools and parts being used,
DO NOT leave them
in or near the engine. Return all parts to the case and store this in a
safe, dry, childproof location.
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IMPORTANT: Always refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s service
instructions, or a proprietary manual, to establish the current
procedure and data. These instructions are provided as a guide only.
Diesel engine compression gauge reads up to 600psi. To be used in
conjunction with glow plug adaptor kits - VSE3151, VSE3152 and VSE3153.
See the Sealeys website for vehicle application lists.
Features TDC indicator for use in conjunction with glow plug adaptors.
VSE3157 Issue No: 1 - 15/12/10
Original Language Version
VSE3151 KIT
VSE3152 KIT
VSE3153 KIT
VSE3157 KIT