ATEQ VT05S Universal TPMS Sensor Activator And Trigger Tool User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- ATEQ
Table of Contents
ATEQ VT05S Universal TPMS Sensor Activator And Trigger Tool
SPECIFICATIONS
| Battery Type : | Battery 9V PP3 type 6LR61 (not included) |
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| Battery Life : | Approximately 150 activations per battery. |
| Dimensions (Max. L,W,D) : | 5.3″ x 2″ x 1.2″ (13.5 cm x 5 cm x 3 cm). |
| Case Material : | High Impact ABS. |
| Emission Frequency : | 0.125 MHz |
| Low Battery Indication : | LED |
| Weight : | Approx. 0.2 lbs. (100 grs) |
| Temperature : | Operating: 14° F to 122° F (-10° C to +50° C). Storage: |
-40°F to 140° F (-40° C to +60° C).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not discard. Retain for future reference.
Please note that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Note : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING : This product emits electromagnetic and electronically generated
waves that may interfere with the safe operation of pacemakers.
Individuals that have pacemakers should never use this product.
WARNING:
Do not use on live electrical circuits.
Must read instructions before use.
Wear safety goggles. (User and bystanders).
Risk of entanglement.
CAUTION
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
Your Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) tool has been designed to be durable,
safe, and reliable when properly used.
All TPMS TOOLS are intended to be used only by qualified and trained
automotive technicians or in a light industrial repair shop environment.
Please read all instructions below before using. Always follow these safety
instructions. If you have any questions pertaining to the safe or reliability
use of this tool, please call your local dealer.
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Read All Instructions
All warnings on the tool and in this manual should be adhered to. All operating instructions should be followed. -
Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. -
Heed Warnings
User and bystanders must wear safety goggles and must read instructions before use. Do not use on live electrical circuits, risk of entanglement. -
Cleaning
Clean with a soft dry cloth, or if necessary, a soft damp cloth. Do not use any harsh chemical solvents such as acetone, thinner, brake cleaner, alcohol, etc as this may damage the plastic surface. -
Water & Moisture
Do not use this tool where contact or immersion in water is a possibility. Never spill liquid of any kind onto the tool. -
Storage
Do not use or store the tool in an area where it is exposed to direct sunlight or excessive moisture. -
Use
To reduce the risk of fire, do not operate the tool in the vicinity of open containers or flammable liquids. Do not use if the potential for explosive gas or vapors exists. Keep the tool away from heat generating sources. Do not operate the tool with the battery cover removed.
FUNCTION
Front view
Rear view
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TPMS TOOL OVERVIEW
Instructions
While holding the tool next to the side wall of the tire above the sensor, press and hold the button to trigger the sensor.
A green light will illuminate on the tool.
Continue to hold the button down until successful signal transfer to the vehicle’s ECU, diagnostic station or until the vehicle’s horn “beeps”.
The same procedure should be followed on all wheel sensors, in a clockwise rotation.
MISCELLANEOUS
BATTERY
Low Battery Indication
Your TPMS TOOL incorporates a low battery detection circuit. Battery life is
an average of 150 sensor tests per battery full charge (approximately 30~40
cars).
A full charge is about 3 hours.
The power button can be pressed and held for a second to display battery
status.
Battery replacement
When battery is low (red indicator is blinking), change 9V PP3 battery on the
back of your TPMS TOOL.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If the TPMS TOOL is unable to trigger one or more of the sensors, using either electronic or magnetic activation, please use the following troubleshooting guide:
- The vehicle does not have a sensor even though a metal valve stem is present. Be aware of Schrader rubber style snap-in stems used on TPMS systems.
- The sensor, module or ECU itself may be damaged or defective.
- The sensor may be the type that periodically triggers on its own and is not designed to respond to a triggering frequency.
- Your TPMS TOOL is damaged or defective.
LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY
ATEQ Limited Hardware Warranty
ATEQ warrants to the original purchaser that your ATEQ hardware product shall
be free from defects in material and workmanship for the length of time,
identified on your product package and/or contained in your user
documentation, from the date of purchase. Except where prohibited by
applicable law, this warranty is nontransferable and is limited to the
original purchaser. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights that vary under local laws.
Remedies
ATEQ’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty
shall be, at ATEQ’s option, (1) to repair or replace the hardware, or (2) to
refund the price paid, provided that the hardware is returned to the point of
purchase or such other place as ATEQ may direct with a copy of the sales
receipt or dated itemized receipt. Shipping and handling charges may apply
except where prohibited by applicable law. ATEQ may, at its option, use new or
refurbished or used parts in good working condition to repair or replace any
hardware product. Any replacement hardware product will be warranted for the
remainder of the original warranty period or thirty (30) days, whichever is
longer or for any additional period of time that may be applicable in your
jurisdiction.
This warranty does not cover problems or damage resulting from (1) accident,
abuse, misapplication, or any unauthorized repair, modification or
disassembly; (2) improper operation or maintenance, usage not in accordance
with product instructions or connection to improper voltage supply; or (3) use
of consumables, such as replacement batteries, not supplied by ATEQ except
where such restriction is prohibited by applicable law.
How to Obtain Warranty Support
Before submitting a warranty claim, we recommend you visit the support section
at www.tpms-tool.com for technical assistance.
Valid warranty claims are generally processed through the point of purchase
during the first thirty (30) days after purchase; however, this period of time
may vary depending on where you purchased your product – please check with
ATEQ or the retailer where you purchased your product for details. Warranty
claims that cannot be processed through the point of purchase and any other
product related questions should be addressed directly to ATEQ. The addresses
and customer service contact information for ATEQ can be found in the
documentation accompanying your product and on the web at www.tpms-
tool.com .
Limitation of Liability
ATEQ SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF
PROFITS, REVENUE OR DATA (WHETHER DIRECT OR INDIRECT) OR COMMERCIAL LOSS FOR
BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON YOUR PRODUCT EVEN IF ATEQ HAS
BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some jurisdictions do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of special, indirect, incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to
you.
Duration of Implied Warranties
EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR
CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS ON THIS HARDWARE PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD FOR YOUR
PRODUCT. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
National Statutory Rights
Consumers have legal rights under applicable national legislation governing
the sale of consumer goods. Such rights are not affected by the warranties in
this Limited Warranty.
No ATEQ dealer, agent, or employee is authorized to make any modification, extension, or addition to this warranty.
Warranty Periods
Please note that in the European Union, any warranty period less than two
years shall be increased to two years.
RECYCLING
Do not
dispose of the rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery or the tool and/or it
accessories to the dustbin.
These components must be collected and recycled.
The
crossed-out wheeled dustbin means that the product must be taken to separate
collection at the product end-of life. This applies to your tool but also to
any enhancements marked with this symbol. Do not dispose of these products as
unsorted municipal waste. For further information, please contact ATEQ.
FCC Warning Statement
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This
equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
RF Exposure: A distance of 15 cm shall be maintained between the antenna and users, and the transmitter may not be co located with any other transmitter or antenna.
