MAHLE RTI ACF-3000 User Manual
ACF-3000
Operation Manual
10 Innovation Drive
York, Pennsylvania 17402 USA
Phone: 717-840-0678
Toll Free: 800-468-2321
Web-site: www.rtitech.com
Manual P/N: 035 81825 00 (REV D)
MAHLE Clevite Inc., RTI Division
Table of Contents
Component Description ............................... 2
Safety Precautions ...................................... 3
Flush ........................................................... 4
Purge ........................................................... 5
Empty Solvent Tank .................................... 6
Spin-on Filter Replacement ......................... 7
Charcoal Air Filter Replacement .................. 8
Coalescing Filter Drain ................................ 8
Coalescing Filter Replacement .................... 8
Trouble Shooting Guide ............................... 9
Parts Identification ...................................... 10
Flow Diagram ............................................. 11
Usage Log ............................................... 12-13
Warranty Information .................................. 14
Warranty Disclaimer ................................... 15
1
Coalescing Filter
C
harcoal Air Filter
Components Description
Unpack all components and verify quantities per this illustration.
Contact RTI if any items are missing.
with Pre-filter
Fill Cap
Ground Strap
Charcoal Air Filter Drain
Shop Air Coupler
Coalescing Filter
Drain Valve
Spin-On Filter
2
Safety Precautions
WARNING: Failure to follow these precautions can result in serious injury or death.
• Read and understand the Operation Manual completely before operating this unit.
• Always wear proper eye and skin protection when operating and maintaining this
equipment.
• Always drain the flushing solvent before transporting the ACF-3000.
• Always keep the unit away from open flames and sparks.
• Only disassemble or reassemble unit parts when directed by an RTI representative.
• Comply with local, state and federal regulations for fluid disposal.
• Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) must be obtained on all chemicals and
placed in a shop file for reference. Note: MSDS can be found on the RTI web
site www.rtitech.com.
DO NOT allow the solvent to come in contact with any painted
surfaces. In case of contact, immediately clean the surface with soap
and water.
Failure to follow the precautions as outlined in the Operation Manual
can result in damage to the engine, vehicle or equipment which will not
be supported or covered under warranty.
Always operate unit in a well-ventilated area.
Always make sure unit is grounded properly before operation.
3
Flush
1. Verify that both the spin-on filter (WIX® 33343 or equivalent) filter and the Coalescing
Filter are installed.
2. Turn the Control Valve to OFF.
3. Remove the solvent filling cap and pour one gallon (3.6 liters) of flushing solvent
(Motorcraft® YN-23 or equivalent flushing
solvent) into the ACF-3000 internal tank.
Replace the solvent filling cap when done.
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PURGE
ACF 3000
SELECTOR VALVE
PURGE
4. Install proper adapter fittings on the inlet and
outlet ports of the component to be flushed and
connect ground strap to adequate ground on
vehicle or component being flushed.
CONTROL VALVE
Y
L
W
O
L
S
OFF
5. Install fittings to do a reverse flush. Connect
RED OUTPUT line from ACF-3000 to OUTPUT
FLUSH
FLUSH
port on the component. Connect BLACK
RETURN line from ACF-3000 to the INLET port
of the component.
6. Connect shop air to Shop Air Coupler (with a
minimum pressure of 90 psi).
7. Turn the Selector Valve to FLUSH.
Solvent
Filling Cap
8. Turn the Control Valve to FLUSH.
9. Flush the component for a minimum of 15 minutes to ensure a thorough cleaning.
10. Turn the Control Valve to OFF to end the flushing procedure.
The component is now ready to be purged.
4
Purge
1. Slowly turn the Control Valve and
stop half way and hold for 3 minutes
as indicated to purge flushing solvent
from component and lines. Proceed
to the next step after 3 minutes.
2. Continue slowly turning the Control
Valve towards PURGE. Wait one
minute before proceeding with the
next step.
3. Turn the Selector Valve to PURGE.
4. Purge the component for a minimum of 30 minutes to ensure that it is completely
dry.
5. Turn the Control Valve to OFF.
6. Disconnect the “IN” and “OUT” hoses from the adapter fittings.
7. Disconnect the adapter fittings from the component.
8. The Coalescing Filter will need to be drained periodically. Turn the drain valve at the
bottom of the filter counter clockwise. A small amount of water may drain. Some
shops may have a coalescing filter already inline. In this case very little moisture
may be present.
Repeat the flush procedure on the next component until all
components have been flushed.
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