Safety by Design OPERATION MANUAL Automatic Transmission Fluid Exchanger Rev.
Table of Contents Introduction…………………………………………………………………… 2 Initial Battery Charging………………………………………………………. 2 Safety Precautions………………………………………………………. ……. 3 Protective Cover Warning…………………………………………………….. 3 Before Starting ......................................................................................................3 Battery Charger Profile/Cautions…………………………………………….. 5 Control Panel Descriptions and Functions .........................................................
Introduction Thank you for purchasing Symtech Corporation’s ATF1 Automatic Transmission Fluid Exchange System. The ATF1 is state of the art and incorporates the latest technology and techniques to quickly perform all required periodic maintenance services for automatic transmissions. It is extremely easy to operate, environmentally safe, and designed for the highest efficiency.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH Always use extreme caution and forethought when servicing automotive systems! Automotive systems are extremely hot and contain high pressure. Always read and understand the entire Operations Manual before operating! Always wear proper eye and skin protection when operating equipment! Always keep fire extinguisher nearby for flammable conditions! Always keep hair, loose clothing, hoses, etc.
WARNING: TAKE NECESSARY PRECAUTIONS TO SECURE THE VEHICLE WHEN CHECKING TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVELS OR PERFORMING SERVICES!! 2. NEVER put anything but automatic transmission fluid in the NEW tank of the ATF1 . If transmission Flush Additive is to be used, it should be added and circulated in the transmission prior to exchange or drain pan functions being performed. 3. Always use the proper type of automatic transmission fluid for the vehicle being serviced.
12. To exit the too-full mode, connect one of the intermediate hoses to the end of the new fluid hose and connect an open fitting from the adapter tray to the other end of the intermediate hose. Direct the end of the intermediate hose to a suitable container to catch the excess new fluid and press and hold the EMPTY NEW button until the new fluid pump begins to run. The unit will automatically reset once it detects less than 31.7 quarts in the new fluid tank. 13.
CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT 1. NEW Fluid TankReadings 2. USED Fluid Tank Readings 3. INCREASE Fluid Amount 4. DECREASE Fluid Amount 5. POWER ON LED 6. STOP System Button 7. QUARTS / LITERS Mode 8. COOLER Line Mode 9. FLUID EXCHANGE Start 1 3 10. Reverse Polarity Warning 5 6 4 8 10 9 11 2 7 12 11. Process READY Indicator 12. DIPSTICK Mode 15 13. EMPTY NEW Tank Function 14. LOW Fluid Level Warning 15. DRAIN PAN Function 13 16 19 16. RESUME REFILL Function 17.
Control Panel Descriptions and Functions The following information is intended to familiarize the ATF1operator with the control panel and its functions. It is not designed to replace the guidelines and safety warnings found in the remainder of this document. The complete Operations Manual and Warnings must be read and understood before operating the machine. Failure to follow these instructions could endanger the operator and risk damage to the vehicle.
5. POWER – Indicates that 12V DC power with a negative ground, either internally via onboard battery, or externally via power cables, has been supplied to the unit through the Main Power switch. 6. STOP – Button used to stop all modes and functions at any time. NOTE: If unit is stopped during an exchange, all exchange amounts will be lost. 7. “ Q/L ” QUARTS/LITERS – Selection button and indication LED’s used to select and depict the required unit of measure for volume measurements.
17. REMOVE FLUID – Function selection button and indicator LED used to select the function and to start the removal of used fluid process after amount input via the COOLER LINE or DIPSTICK mode. 18. ADD FLUID - Function selection button and indicator LED used to select the function and to start the addition of new fluid process after amount input via the COOLER LINE or DIPSTICK mode. 19.
is high, take the appropriate steps at this time to add NEW, or empty USED fluid(s). See page 13 for instructions. Note: The unit defaults to QUARTS measurement upon start up. LITERS may be selected by depressing the “Q/L” button. The LED indicates which unit of measure is being utilized. 4) Start vehicle. Fluid pressure should now increase on the pressure gauge located on the front panel of the unit, the READY light will remain on, and a continuous alert indication will sound.
9) Check vehicle’s transmission fluid level. Add or extract fluid to obtain the proper fluid level by selecting COOLER LINE mode. Select appropriate ADD FLUID or REMOVE FLUID button on the control panel. READY light will turn on when either function is selected while awaiting an amount to be entered on the corresponding display using the “+” or “- “ buttons of the control panel.
7. At completion of exchange, Ready Light will turn on and Alarm sounds. 8. Check fluid level, add or extract fluid if necessary. 9. Turn off vehicle – Disconnect RED and Black hoses – Disconnect adapters – Reconnect cooler line. 10. Start vehicle to check for leaks and recheck fluid level. Dipstick Exchange **NOTE: VEHICLETRANSMISSION FLUID SHOULD BE AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY SERVICE WITH THE ATF1.
6) The RESUME REFILL LED will light, at this time step “a” or “b” listed below, can be performed: a) The exchange process is momentarily stopped here and the transmission pan is removed to change transmission filter/screen or perform other transmission services. Upon completion of filter change or other services, continue with step “b” below. OR, b) Exchange can continue by depressing RESUME REFILL button and NEW fluid, equal to the amount extracted, is pumped into vehicle.
5. Select Dipstick Mode 6. Enter total amount of fluid to be exchanged 7. Select Drain Pan mode, Extract fluid 8. When resume REFILL light comes on, press RESUME REFILL mode, process will replace fluid extracted 9. DIPSTICK Mode LED will flash. START VEHICLE. After starting vehicle, Press DIPSTICK button to begin automatic fluid exchange. A twenty (20) second timer will begin to inter mix new fluid with used fluid. After timer delay, a repeated cycle will begin where 1.
Empty New Tank The EMPTY NEW function is used to empty new transmission fluid contained in the NEW TANK into an appropriate storage container. This allows the use of other types of transmission fluid in the unit while minimizing cross contamination of fluid types. **See note on page 14 Connect any adapter to the intermediate adapter hose assembly. Connect the intermediate adapter hose assembly to the RED new fluid line. Insert and secure the open adapter end into the storage container.
Transmission Cooler Line Adapter & Hose Application Guide 16
Battery Charger Specifications Rating Input Voltage……………. 110 Vac, 50/60Hz Rating input Range …………….... 90~264 Vac Rating Input Current…………….. 1.5 Arms Rating Output Voltage………….. 13.8 V Charging Current …………….... 5A ± 0.2A Maximum Output Power………... 80W LED Indicator……………..…….. RED: Battery Charging GREEN: Battery Charged FLASHING: Error Safety Standard Approvals …….
• Check for frayed Wire connections on the Battery Charger cable and the Battery Clamp cables. If necessary, re-terminate all connections that appear not to have a marginal electrical conductive connection. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS • Why does the display read “LO BAT”? This is displayed when the internal 12V battery voltage is too low to properly run the electronic controls and pumps.
• The new fluid pump turns on and off sporadically during a service. What should I look for? * In cooler line mode, this condition is normal. 1. If operating in a dipstick mode, test for proper operation of the shuttle valve system by removing the shuttle valve and replacing it with an intermediate hose and extraction wand. 2. Add fluid to a test container or jug, using the ADD FLUID function. If pump runs steady in this condition your shuttle valve should be replaced.
WARRANTY STATEMENT All Symtech Corporation Transmission Service products are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one year after the sale of product to service facility. Items including filters, service hoses, adapters and fittings are warranted for a period of ninety (90) days. Exception to this policy will be individually evaluated and must be approved by Symtech Corporation.
