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GRAvITy BRAKe BleeDeR KIT
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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 THIs 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.
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1. sAfeTy INsTRucTIONs
Keep this product in good working order and condition.
Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the work area.
Keep work area clean and tidy and free from unrelated materials.
Ensure the work area has adequate lighting.
DO NOT use the kit to perform a task for which it is not designed.
DO NOT allow untrained persons to use the kit.
DO NOT use when tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or intoxicating medication.
After use, clean equipment and store in a cool, dry, childproof area.
Dispose of waste liquids in accordance with local authority regulations.
Always read and comply with the warnings on the brake fluid container.
Wear eye protection and keep skin contact to a minimum. If brake fluid enters eyes rinse with plenty of water and seek medical advice. If
swallowed seek medical advice immediately.
WARNING! Only use new brake fluid, used brake fluid or other fluids will contaminate the system and possible brake system failure may
result.
WARNING! Some brake fluids are hygroscopic, always store brake fluid in a dry area and keep well away from moisture.
WARNING! DO NOT pollute the environment by allowing uncontrolled discharge of fluids.
WARNING!
WARNING!Brake fluid will damage paintwork. Any spillage should be flushed with water immediately.
Brake fluid is flammable - keep away from sources of ignition, including hot surfaces e.g. exhaust manifold.
2. INTRODucTION
Ingenious patented design maintains the fluid level in the vehicle's brake or clutch fluid reservoir during the bleeding process. no electricity or
compressor required, ideal for use on a vehicle lift. uses the standard 500ml brake fluid bottle in which fluid is supplied, reducing the
possibility of contamination. Simple to use and features On/Off flow valve.
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3. OPeRATION
3.1. Brake bleeding procedure.
refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions for brake bleeding and wheel sequence
before proceeding. If no specific instructions from the vehicle manufacturer exist, follow
the instructions detailed below.
NOTe: the VS0209 Gravity Brake Bleeder Kit requires two persons for use during normal
bleeding operations, unless used in conjunction with a vacuum bleeder (Sealey ref:
VS020) connected to the bleed nipple.
WARNING! familiarise yourself with the hazards of brake fluid - read
manufacturer’s instructions on the container.
NOTe: Ensure that the brakes are adjusted where necessary before proceeding with bleeding
the brakes.
3.1.1. remove the master cylinder fluid reservoir cap.
3.1.2. Assemble the kit as shown in fig.1, hanging the brake fluid container at a suitable point
above the master cylinder (fig.2). Do not fully tighten the fluid reservoir cap adaptor.
3.1.3. Squeeze the brake fluid container until brake fluid is present in the clear plastic pipe
(fig.2) to start the siphoning process.
3.1.4. Once flow is established, tighten the fluid reservoir cap adaptor so that it is fluid tight.
the rate of flow of the fluid can be controlled by altering the position of the On/Off flow
valve (fig.3).
3.1.5. Starting at the wheel station furthest away from the master cylinder, remove any bleed
nipple protection covers and place a correct size ring spanner on the hexagon segment
of the bleed nipple. Press the black rubber adaptor at one end of the bleed off pipe
over the bleed nipple (fig.4) and place the other end of the bleed off pipe into a suitable
container.
3.1.6. One person should apply pressure to the brake pedal whilst the other person opens the
bleed nipple (fig.4) to allow brake fluid to flow through the bleed off pipe and into the
container. When the brake pedal is at the bottom of it's stroke, it should be held in
position until the bleed nipple is closed. Once the bleed nipple is closed, the brake
pedal can be released. continue until the brake fluid flowing through the bleed off pipe is
clean and free from air bubbles. close and tighten the bleed nipple and replace any
bleed nipple protection covers.
3.1.7. continue to the next furthest wheel station away from the master cylinder and work back
in sequence, finishing at the wheel station closest to the master cylinder.
NOTe: Ensure that the brake fluid container does not run out of brake fluid. Once the brake fluid
container is replaced, loosen the fluid reservoir cap adaptor, squeeze the container until
a flow of fluid has been re-established. re-tighten the fluid reservoir cap adaptor and
continue the bleeding procedure.
3.1.8 When the bleeding procedure has been successfully completed, close the On/Off flow
valve, open the bleed nipple on the final wheel station and bleed out sufficient fluid until
the master cylinder fluid reservoir is at the 'mAX' level. close and tighten the bleed
nipple.
NOTe: When brake bleeding and/or fluid changing is complete, test the action of the brake
pedal to ensure that the brakes are working and the 'feel' of the pedal is firm and not
spongy before using the vehicle on the road.
3.2. Tandem Master cylinder Brake systems.
3.2.1. Some vehicles require two lines to be bled simultaneously (normally one front and one
rear), in this situation open both bleed nipples and control the flow using the On/Off flow
valve.
3.3. uncommon Brake systems.
3.3.1. In some cases the master cylinder outlet is below the inlet, this may require pumping the
pedal once or twice to remove any trapped pockets of air. Alternatively the vehicle can
be jacked up to raise the outlet.
3.4. clutch bleeding procedure.
refer to the relevant vehicle manufacturer’s instructions for clutch bleeding procedure. If
no specific instructions from the vehicle manufacturer exist, the same procedures as for
brake bleeding should be followed.
3.5. After use.
After use, safely drain all fluid from the pipework and store in a safe, dry and childproof
area.
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fig.3
fig.4
NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior notice.
IMPORTANT:
WARRANTy: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required for any claim.
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Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk,
IP32 7Ar
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