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General Information

CAUTION: Do not operate the detector in a combustible atmosphere since its sensor operates at high temperature. Personal injury or damage to the equipment may result.

CAUTION: Take care to prevent personal injury which could occur due to touching a hot engine when testing. Tests should be done with the engine "Off" and as cool as possible. Do not operate the detector in a combustible atmosphere since its sensor operates at high temperature.

Perform a refrigerant leak test under the following conditions:
^ Whenever you suspect a leak
^ After you perform a service operation that disturbs the components, lines or connections
There are several methods and special tools available for leak testing. Use care in all cases.