Manual Vacuum Brake Bleeder User Manual

BRAKE BLEEDER AND VACUUM PUMP KIT  
*Actual product may vary slightly  
Please carefully read and save these instructions before attempting to assemble, maintain, install, or operate this product.  
Observe all safety information to protect yourself and others. Failure to observe the instructions may result in property  
damage and/or personal injury. Please keep instructions for future reference.  
For warranty purchases, please keep your dated proof of purchase. File or attach to the manual for safe keeping.  
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11. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance  
performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.  
12. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the  
section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions  
may create a risk of injury.  
13. Maintain a safe working environment. Keep the work area well lit. Make sure there is adequate  
surrounding workspace. Keep the work area free of obstructions, grease, oil, trash, and other  
debris. Do not use this product in a damp or wet location.  
14. Maintain labels and nameplates on this product. These carry important information.  
If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.  
15. Keep the handle dry, clean, and free from brake fluid, oil, and grease.  
16. Before use read and understand all warnings, safety precautions, and instructions as  
outlined in the vehicle manufacturer’s service manual. Every vehicle has specific  
measurement values for vacuum related readings. It is beyond the scope of this manual  
to properly describe the correct procedure and test data for each vehicle.  
17. Carbon monoxide is produced while a vehicle’s engine is operating and is deadly in a  
closed environment. Early signs of carbon monoxide poisoning resemble the flu, with  
headaches, dizziness, or nausea. If you have these signs, the work area may not be vented  
properly. Get fresh air immediately.  
18. Prior to using the Vacuum Pump, place the vehicle’s transmission in “PARK”  
(if automatic) or “NEUTRAL” (if manual). Then, block the tires with chocks.  
19. Be alert for hot engine parts to avoid accidental burns.  
20. Use the Brake Bleeder only with brake fluid. Do not attempt to use the tool to siphon any  
other liquids. Damage to the internal chamber and seal, or future brake fluid contamination  
may result.  
21. Follow guidelines for proper brake fluid disposal. Used brake fluid should be removed from  
the vehicle and properly recycled. Many states require recycling. Contact your local solid/liquid  
waste authority for information on recycling. Do not reuse old brake fluid.  
22. Brake fluid may damage paint. Clean up spilled fluid quickly.  
23. The brass components of this product contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California  
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.  
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)  
24. The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible  
conditions and situations that may occur. The operator must understand that common sense  
and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the  
operator.  
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SETUP INSTRUCTIONS  
1. Open the Cup (3).  
2. Seat the O-ring (11) completely into the groove in the top of the Cup (3).  
3. Remove the shipping spacer that prevents the Vacuum Pump (1) handle from moving through  
its full range.  
4. Cover the inlet of the Vacuum Pump with something such as the plastic bag. To prevent injury,  
DO NOT USE YOUR SKIN TO PLUG THE INLET. Operate the pump several times to create  
the vacuum. The vacuum should not decrease quickly. If air is entering through the vacuum  
release valve, tighten it. After the pump properly holds a vacuum, press in the Pump’s vacuum  
release valve to release the vacuum.  
Set the plastic bag aside.  
5. The vacuum pump should now be ready for use.  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of  
this document including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of  
this product.  
VACUUM SYSTEM TESTING  
1. Position the vehicle in a flat, level outdoor area. Set the parking brake and chock the tires.  
2. Attach a 23" Hose (4) to the Vacuum Pump (1).  
3. Attach the other end of the Hose to the vacuum system. Keep clear of parts that will move  
or get hot while an assistant starts the engine. Wait until the vacuum reading stabilizes and  
compare it to the manufacturer’s specification.  
4. After obtaining a measurement, shut off the engine.  
5. A low or unstable vacuum reading may mean a vacuum leak, vacuum line blockage, cylinder  
sealing problems, incorrect valve/ignition timing, or other issues.  
Note: Vehicle vacuum systems will differ. Consult the vehicle’s service manual for proper  
testing procedures.  
6. After testing is complete, disconnect the Vacuum Pump and Hose, remove any plugs or  
clamps and secure all vacuum lines.  
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BRAKE BLEEDING  
1. Attach a 3" Hose (5) to the bottom of the Suction Lid (2a).  
2. Attach a 23" Hose (4) to the port on the top of the Suction Lid (2a) that does not have the  
3" Hose attached, as shown in Figure A. Then, attach the other end of that 23" Hose to the  
Vacuum Pump (1).  
3. Make sure the O-ring (11) is completely seated into the groove on the top of the Cup to provide  
a good seal. Firmly attach the Suction Lid (2a) to the Cup (3).  
4. Remove the cap from the vehicle’s master cylinder, and make sure the master cylinder is full  
of brake fluid. If not full, fill the master cylinder to capacity with clean, new brake fluid.  
(Use only the kind of brake fluid recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.)  
Note: Determine the proper brake bleeding sequence from your vehicle service manual  
(i.e., right rear wheel, left rear wheel, right front wheel, left front wheel).  
5. Connect the 23" Hose (4) to the remaining port on the Suction Lid (2a).  
to the Brake Bleed Screw Adapter (9).  
7. Squeeze the Handle of the Vacuum Pump (1) 10 to 15 times to create a vacuum in the Cup (3).  
Note: The Gauge on the Vacuum Pump should read at approximately 10 inHg. Do not exceed  
20 inHg. A greater vacuum could damage the vehicle’s brake system.  
8. Open the vehicle’s brake caliper bleed screw, and allow brake fluid to flow into the Cup (3)  
until fluid appears clear and free of bubbles. Then, retighten the bleed screw.  
SUCTION  
LID (2A)  
VACUUM  
PUMP (1)  
GAUGE  
23"  
HOSE (4)  
PUMP  
SCREW  
23" HOSE (4)  
VACUUM  
RELEASE  
VALVE  
3" HOSE (5)  
O-RING (11)  
CUP (3)  
TAPERED  
HOSE  
ADAPTER  
(6)  
BRAKE BLEED  
SCREW ADAPTER  
(9A, 9B, OR 9C)  
TO BRAKE CALIPER  
BLEED SCREW  
FIGURE A  
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9. Release the vacuum in the Vacuum Pump (1) with the Vacuum Release Valve.  
Then, disconnect the Brake Bleed Screw Adapter (9) from the vehicle’s brake caliper bleed  
screw.  
Note: Do not allow the cup to fill completely with brake fluid. When necessary, release the  
vacuum in the tool and empty its Cup (3) of old brake fluid. To assist in transport, this  
set includes a Transport Lid (2b) without hose connections. After the brake fluid is disposed  
of properly, resume bleeding the brakes.  
10. Remove the cap from the vehicle’s master cylinder, and refill the master cylinder back to its  
normal capacity with clean, new brake fluid. Then, replace the cap on the master cylinder.  
11. Proceed to the vehicle’s next brake caliper, and perform the same steps as above.  
12. When finished using the Vacuum Pump, clean the tool and store it in a clean, dry location  
out of reach of children.  
13. WARNING! Before driving the vehicle, carefully check for leaks and test for proper  
brake operation.  
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING  
1. Before each use: Inspect the general condition of the Vacuum Pump. Check for misalignment  
or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged Hoses, loose connections, and  
any other condition that may affect its safe operation. If a problem occurs, have the problem  
corrected before further use.  
Do not use damaged equipment.  
2. When cleaning: Do not clean the Vacuum Pump with cleaners or other solvents. Use a clean,  
dry cloth.  
Do not immerse the Vacuum Pump in any liquid.  
3. When storing: Do not store fluid in the Cup. Dispose of excess fluid properly, according to  
federal, state, and local guidelines. Store the Vacuum Pump in a clean, dry location out of  
reach of children.  
4. WARNING! All maintenance, service, or repairs not listed in this manual are only to  
be attempted by a qualified service technician.  
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PARTS LIST AND DIAGRAM  
Part  
1
Description  
Qty  
1
Part  
7
Description  
“T” Hose Connector  
Qty  
1
Vacuum Pump  
2a  
2b  
3
Suction Lid  
1
8
Straight Hose Connector  
Brake Bleed Screw Adapter A  
Brake Bleed Screw Adapter B  
Brake Bleed Screw Adapter C  
Universal Cup Adapter  
Cup O-Ring  
1
Transport Lid  
1
9A  
9B  
9C  
10  
11  
1
4 oz. Cup  
1
1
1
4
/ " x 23" Vacuum Hose  
4
2
1
1
5
/ " x 3" Vacuum Hose  
4
2
1
6
Tapered Hose Adapter  
2
1
1
2a  
11  
4
3
10  
2b  
8
5
9a  
9b  
7
6
9c  
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Limited Manufacturer Warranty  
FOT makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and durability  
standards. FOT warrants to the original retail consumer a 1-year limited warranty  
from the date the product was purchased at retail and each product is free from  
defects in materials. Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly  
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations, or a lack of  
maintenance. FOT shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or  
property, or for incidental, special or consequential damages arising from the  
use of our products. To receive service under warranty, the original manufacturer  
part must be returned for examination by an authorized service center. Shipping  
and handling charges may apply. If a defect is found, FOT will either repair or  
replace the product at its discretion.  
DO NOT RETURN TO STORE  
For Customer Service:  
Email: [email protected] or Call 1-800-348-5004  
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