UNIVERSAL - QUICK/DISCONNECT
COMPRESSION GAUGE SET
Model 95187
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Pressure Gauge 3” Diameter x 1-1/8” Deep with Push Button Air Release Valve
Pressure Gauge
Scale
Pressure Gauge
Hose
Hose Adapters Long Reach: 10-1/2” Long x M12 x 1.25 / 500 PSI Working Pressure
Net Weight 2.8 Pounds
0<->300 PSI (In 10 PSI Increments)
0<->2000 kPa (In 100 kPa Increments)
26” L x 3/16” I.D. x 15/32” O.D.
Maximum working pressure 500 PSI
Standard Reach: 10-1/2” Long x M14 x 1.25 / 500 PSI Working Pressure
Standard Reach: 10-1/2” Long x M10 x 1.00 / 500 PSI Working Pressure
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET
You will need this instruction sheet for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, parts list and assembly diagram. Keep your invoice with this instruction sheet. Write the
invoice number on the front cover. Keep this instruction sheet and invoice in a safe and dry
place for future reference.
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Assembly Diagram are
included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number
shown on the front cover of this instruction sheet as soon as possible.
SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
1.
Use the Compression Kit only in well ventilated areas. A running engine
produces carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless
gas that, when inhaled, can cause serious injury or death.
Rev 11/06
When warming up an engine in preparation for compression testing, make sure the
2.
vehicle’s transmission is placed in “Park” (or “Neutral” for a manual transmission)
and the emergency brake is applied.
Prior to using this product, read and adhere to all instructions and safety precau-
3.
tions as outlined in the vehicle manufacturer’s manual and engine diagnostic
manual.
Use extreme care when working around hot or moving engine parts.
4.
Do not exceed the maximum pressure capacity for this tool (300 PSI). Exceeding
5.
the maximum pressure capacity could cause serious personal injury and/or property
damage. Use only for intended purpose.
Use eye protection. Always wear ANSI-approved safety impact goggles during use.
6.
WARNING! The brass components of this product contain lead, a chemical known to the
7.
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other reproductive harm).
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
COMPONENTS
Compression Gauge (1): Displays cylinder pressure
1.
at cranking speed for an individual cylinder. When the
Gauge is not pressurized, the Gauge Needle may be
anywhere in the zero box without affecting the accuracy
of the Gauge.
M14 x 1.25 Standard Reach Adapter (2): Connects
2.
the Compression Gauge (1) to a cylinder that has
14mm standard length spark plug threads.
M12 x 1.25 Long Reach Adapter (3): Connects the
3.
Compression Gauge (1) to a cylinder that has 12mm extra length spark plug threads.
M10 x 1.00 Standard Reach Adapter (4): Connects the Compression Gauge (1) to a
4.
cylinder that has 10mm standard length spark plug threads.
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OPERATION
Attach the proper size Adapter (2, 3, 4) to the Compression Gauge (1) Hose.
1.
Remove the spark plug from one cylinder of the engine, and screw the Adapter into the
2.
spark plug hole. Disable coil to prevent engine from starting.
Crank the engine several times until the highest reading appears on the Compression
3.
Gauge (1). Make note of the reading, then press the Air Release Button on the Compression Gauge to release all compressed air in the tool.
Remove the Adapter from the spark plug hole and re-install the spark plug.
4.
NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as
replacement parts.
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE
PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND
PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY
THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISKS AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE
ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF
REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
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