DRAPER 35807 Anti-Freeze Tester Instructions
- June 12, 2024
- DRAPER
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DRAPER 35807 Anti-Freeze Tester
Product Information
Product Name: Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze Tester (Disc Type)
Version: 2 June 2022
Scope: This product is designed to determine the level of protection
provided by ethylene glycol vehicle coolant solutions.
The level of protection depends on the ratio of water and antifreeze chemicals
in the solution.
Health and Safety Instructions
Important: Always refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s manual or the appropriate Haynes workshop manual before EACH use.
WARNING! Antifreeze solution is toxic. Always read the label. If it comes into contact with your eyes or skin, immediately flush with plenty of water. If swallowed, drink plenty of water and seek medical attention immediately.
Important: Always dispose of antifreeze and coolant solutions according to local regulations.
Operation
Important: Read the Health and Safety information before using this product. Always allow the radiator to cool before removing the cap.
To avoid separation of the coolant solution, test it while hot after bringing the vehicle up to temperature and allowing the radiator to cool.
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Run the vehicle engine to normal temperature if necessary to mix fresh coolant.
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Carefully remove the radiator cap using a cloth and gloves.
WARNING! Always allow the radiator to cool before opening it. The cooling system may still be pressurized when opened and emit hot steam, which can cause burns. -
Insert the tester tube into the radiator reservoir and squeeze the rubber bulb to draw fluid into the tester until it is almost full. Important: If the coolant solution is dirty or rusty, drain, flush, and refill the radiator. Then clean the tester and redraw the solution to the fluid line.
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Remove the tube from the reservoir and squeeze the bulb lightly to expel any air bubbles from the fluid.
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Allow the discs to settle and observe the number of discs that are floating. See below for the meaning and required action based on the number of floating discs.
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Flush the tester with hot soapy water and rinse clean with warm water after use.
Disposal
At the end of its working life, dispose of the product responsibly and in
line with local regulations. Recycle where possible.
Explanation of Symbols
| Number of Floating Discs | Meaning | Required Action |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Minimal or no protection | Replace the coolant with a higher concentration |
of
antifreeze
1-2| | Replace the coolant with a higher concentration of
antifreeze
3-4| No action required|
5-6| | Replace the coolant with a lower concentration of
antifreeze
Helpline: +44 (0) 23 8049 4344
Website: drapertools.com
Sales Desk: +44 (0) 23 8049 4333
Email: sales@drapertools.com
General Enquiries: +44 (0) 23 8026 6355
Address: Draper Tools Limited, Hursley Road, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh,
Hampshire, SO53 1YF, UK 0822
ETHYLENE GLYCOL
ANTIFREEZE
TESTER (DISC TYPE)
35807 – AFT-4B INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Read this manual in full before attempting to use the product and retain it for later use.
Scope
This product can be used to determine the level of protection provided by
ethylene glycol vehicle coolant solutions.
Protection is dependent on the ratio of water and antifreeze chemicals present
in the solution.
Measuring range: -37 to -7°C
Health and Safety Instructions
Important: Refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s manual or the appropriate Haynes workshop manual before EVERY use.
WARNING! Antifreeze solution is toxic; ALWAYS read t he label. If it comes into contact with your eyes or skin, immediately flush with plenty of water. If it is swallowed, drink plenty of water. In all cases, and seek medical attention immediately.
- ALWAYS wear suitable protective gloves and goggles when working with antifreeze solution.
- Clear any spillage immediately and with care.
- Wash the tester thoroughly after every use.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Important: ALWAYS dispose of antifreeze and coolant solutions in accordance with local regulations.
Operation
Important: Read the Health and Safety information before attempting to
use this product. ALWAYS allow the radiator to cool before removing the cap.
To avoid separation of the coolant solution, test the solution while hot,
after bringing the vehicle up to temperature and then allowing the radiator to
cool.
-
Run the vehicle engine to normal temperature if necessary to mix fresh coolant.
-
Carefully remove the radiator cap using a cloth and gloves.
WARNING! ALWAYS allow the radiator to cool bef ore opening it. The cooling system may still be pressurised when opened and emit hot steam, which can cause burns. -
Insert the tester tube into the radiator reservoir and squeeze the rubber bulb to draw fluid into the tester so that it is almost full.
Important: If the coolant solution is dirty or rusty, drain, flush and refill the radiator, then clean the tester and redraw the solution to the fluid line. -
Remove the tube from the reservoir and squeeze the bulb lightly to expel any air bubbles from the fluid.
-
Allow the discs to settle and observe the number of discs that are floating (see below).
-
Flush the tester with hot soapy water and rinse clean with warm water after use.
Disposal
At the end of its working life, dispose of the product responsibly and in
line with local regulations. Recycle where possible.
Explanation of Symbols
Read the instruction manual
WARNING!/CAUTION
Wear protective goggles
Wear protective gloves
UK Conformity Assessed
European conformity
Number of floating discs Meaning Required action
0| Minimal or no protection| ****
Replace the coolant with a higher concentration of antifreeze
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1| Protected to -7°C
2| Protected to -15°C
3| Protected to -23°C| ****
No action required
4| Protected to -31°C
5| Protected to -37°C
6
| Unsafe solution – excessive antifreeze can Replace the coolant with a lower cause corrosion and increase the boiling concentration of antifreeze. point of the solution.
Helpline: +44 (0) 23 8049 4344 Website: drapertools.com
Sales Desk: +44 (0) 23 8049 4333 Email: sales@drapertools.com
General Enquiries: +44 (0) 23 8026 6355
Draper Tools Limited, Hursley Road, Chandler’s Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 1YF, UK