ACUSTRIP® Two-Way Auto Antifreeze Specifications
1530-S * 1550-C * 1550PAK
Please read instructions and safety information prior to using product.
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Introduction
 These strips measure the concentration of
antifreeze coolant inhibitors in cooling systems using either conventional or Long Life/Extened Life Coolants
such as DEXCOOL® coolant.
Specifically, the ACU1530 measures freeze point
and pH for conventional coolant. The ACU1550 measures freeze point, reserve
alkalinity and pH when used with Long Life/Extened Life Coolants such as DEXCOOL®.
Fast and accurate results are obtained with either product. Recommended service action is based on the engine and supplemental inhibitor manufacturers' specifications. Regular testing of antifreeze coolant minimizes downtime and its associated cost.
Antifreeze coolant inhibitors depletion rate is affected by variations in formulas, maintenance schedules, blow by gases, topping off, and other atypical conditions found with the use of heavy duty diesel and gasoline engines.
Availability
Product
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Glycol Range
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Res Alkalinity
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pH Range
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Quantity
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| ACU1530-S | 0 - 60% | - - - | < 7.5 - 11+ | 100 strips |
ACU1550-C
Conventional
DEXCOOL® | 0 - 60%
0 - 60% | < 3.0 - 10.1+
- - - | - - -
< 5.0 - 10.1+ | 840 (12 btls
of 70 ea) |
| ACU1550PAK | Color Chart and Instruction Cards | 100 Cards |
The ACU1550 can be used with either conventional or Long Life/Extened Life Coolants such as DEXCOOL® antifreeze.
General Procedures
Dip test-strip into used coolant sample for 2-seconds. (below 100°F / 43°C). Shake briskly
- After 40-seconds compare end-pad color to appropriate Freeze Point / Boiling Point color chart.
Coolant should be 50/50 mix. Perform next 2 steps within 30-seconds.
- Compare middle-pad color to Reserve Alkalinity color chart. If pad color is 6.6
or greater coolant is good. If pad color is less than 6.6 go to step 3.
- Compare pad color closest to strip handle to pH color chart. If pad color is
below 6.5 or 11 or above, service is recommended
Please note: Typically Long Life Coolants will show less than 6.6 in step 2. This is a characteristic of Long Life coolants.
The test was made so that the service provider only needs to know if the coolant is red or not for step 1.
The service provider does not need to know what type of automotive coolant they are testing.
ACU1550PAK - Color Charts
One hundred color chart and instruction cards are available to be used as a sales tool for the professional service provider.
Add this to your order for 1550 bottles. Each card contains a full set of color charts on one side and text to help you make a sale on
the other side. The text begins by stating, Your vehicle is a major investment. Minimize the expense by asking the mechanic for
routine inspections of cooling system at each oil change. See the full text here. The cards
end with the tag line, Maintenance is less expensive than repairs! Give these cards
to your customers with the ACU1550 test strip to increase your bottom line!
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SAFETY WARNING: REMOVAL OF RADIATOR CAP IS DANGEROUS
Radiators are under pressure. Hot coolant under pressure can cause severe burns.
Do not remove the radiator cap on a hot engine. Wait until the temperature is
below 50° Celsius (120° Fahrenheit) before removing the cap. Failure to wait may
result in personal injury from hot coolant spray or steam. Remove cap slowly to
relieve all pressure. |
Dispose of your used test strip with normal paper waste.
Dispose of your used antifreeze coolant in accordance with local regulations.
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