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Snap-On Diagnostics DGA 1000 User Manual

Snap-On Diagnostics DGA 1000
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DGA 1000
Diagnostic Gas Analyzer

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Snap-On Diagnostics DGA 1000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSnap-On Diagnostics
ModelDGA 1000
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Information

Safety Messages

Messages to prevent injury/damage, categorized by hazard level.

Read All Instructions

Instructions on reading safety messages, signal words, and message styles.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Critical safety guidelines for operating the analyzer and vehicle.

Risk of Fire

Safety precautions related to fire hazards, including extinguisher use.

Vehicle Movement Safety

Safety warnings about vehicle movement and unattended engines.

Battery Safety

Safety warnings related to battery hazards and proper connection.

Engine Compartment Safety

Safety precautions regarding engine compartment hazards and electrical connections.

Misdiagnosis Warning

Warning about relying on erratic test results and potential repair consequences.

Introduction

Analyzer Front Panel Description

Description of controls and features on the analyzer's front panel.

Analyzer Back Panel Description

Description of features and components on the analyzer's back panel.

Analyzer Screen Displays and Symbols

Explanation of universal symbols for navigation on analyzer screens.

Analyzer Action Indicators

Status symbols indicating faults or errors on the Measurement Screen.

Analyzer Function Selection Symbols

Symbols on the Measurement Screen for selecting functions like warnings and standby.

Specifications

Technical specifications including power, dimensions, measurements, and operating conditions.

General Setup Tips

Best practices for setting up and using the analyzer for accurate testing.

Standard Lead Connections: To Analyzer

Instructions for connecting the analyzer to a power source.

Connecting to a Vehicle

Procedures for connecting the analyzer to a vehicle for testing.

Analyzer Start-up Procedure

Steps for powering on the analyzer and initiating the start-up sequence.

Analyzer Screen Display Features

Analyzer Measurement Screen

The default screen displaying gas measurements after analyzer power-up.

Measurement Screen: CO Corrected Explained

Explanation of the CO correction formula and its application.

Lambda and AFR Calculation

Calculation of Lambda and Air Fuel Ratio using the Brettschneider formula.

Lambda and Catalytic Converter Efficiency

Relationship between Lambda, exhaust gases, and catalytic converter efficiency.

Analyzer Test Menu

Details of menu selection items and their submenus for various tests and functions.

Vehicle Testing

Preliminary Checks

Thorough inspection of the vehicle before performing analysis or troubleshooting.

Setting Up the Vehicle

Entering vehicle information into the analyzer before performing tests.

General Emissions Measurements

Procedures for performing general emissions measurements after vehicle setup.

Two-Speed Idle (TSI) Test

Procedure for performing a two-speed idle test to verify emission concentrations.

Catalytic Efficiency Test

Test to diagnose emissions failures due to damaged catalytic converters.

Catalytic Converter Test Procedure

Manual procedure for testing catalytic converter efficiency, including warnings.

Pre-test Inspection for Catalytic Converter Test

Inspection steps before performing the catalytic converter test.

Catalytic Converter Test Set-up

Step-by-step setup for the catalytic converter test, including warm-up and system disabling.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Schedule for periodic maintenance tasks like leak checks.

Leak Check Vacuum Test

Test to check for air leaks in the analyzer's sample system.

Leak Check Gas Test

Test to check for air leaks using vehicle exhaust.

Gas Calibration Check

Checking the accuracy of the analyzer's measurement system with calibration gas.

Gas Calibration Procedure

Procedure for calibrating the analyzer using calibration gas.

Troubleshooting: Messages

Status symbols indicating analyzer actions or test failures.

Troubleshooting: Control and Error Status

Information on control and error status codes and their solutions.

Vehicle Testing Procedures

Testing Gasoline-Fueled Vehicles

Overview of systems affecting exhaust diagnosis in gasoline engines.

Testing Under Load

Performing tests under load using a chassis dynamometer or road testing.

On-Road and Dynamometer Testing Under Load

Detailed procedures for on-road and dynamometer testing under load.

Diagnostic Technique

Data Analysis Guidelines

Guidelines for analyzing emission data to isolate specific engine problems.

Five Gas Combination Readings

Chart listing possible combinations of exhaust gas values and likely causes.