Safety Precautions - Honda Modular Vehicle Communication Interface User Manual

Safety Precautions

When an engine is running, keep the service area WELL VENTILATED, or attach a building exhaust removal
system to the engine exhaust system. Engines produce carbon monoxide, an odorless, poisonous gas that causes
slower reaction time and can lead to serious personal injury or loss of life.
• Wear an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) approved eye shield when testing or repairing vehicles.
• Set the parking brake and block the wheels before testing or repairing a vehicle. It is especially important to block
the wheels on front-wheel drive vehicles because the parking brake does not hold the drive wheels.
• Do not drive the vehicle and operate the tool at the same time. Any distractions may cause an accident. Have
one person operate the tool as another person drives the vehicle.
• Maintain adequate clearance around moving components or belts during testing. Moving components and belts
can catch loose clothing, body parts, or test equipment, and cause serious damage or personal injury.
• Refer to the service manual for the vehicle being serviced. Adhere to all diagnostic procedures and precautions.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury or otherwise unneeded repairs.
• The MVCI vehicle I/O connector is to be connected to the vehicle Data Link Connector (DLC) only. Signals on
these lines are limited to 32V DC (UL 61010-1 Category I), and are never to be connected to AC voltage (UL
61010-1 Category II, III, and IV).
• Replace with rechargeable 2000mAh minimum AA Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries only.
IMPORTANT:
• To avoid damaging the tool or generating false data, make sure the vehicle battery is fully charged and the
connection to the vehicle DLC is clean and secure.
• Do not place the tool or communication cable near the vehicle's ignition coils. Strong electromagnetic
interference can damage the tool.
• Never disconnect or reconnect any electrical connector while the ignition is on. Control unit damage may result.
• The MVCI unit is designed to operate within -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C) ambient temperature range. The
surface of the MVCI could appear warm after extended periods of use - this is normal. Users should be careful
when holding a unit that has been exposed to very high ambient temperatures, over 104°F (40°C) for example.
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