Main risks

• Crushing or the vehicle falling due to improper securing or lifting when working on the brake system.
• Burns from touching discs, callipers or drums that are still hot after driving.
• Eye, skin or respiratory irritation from brake dust and cleaner vapours.
• Damage from contact with brake fluid (corrosive to paint and irritating to skin and eyes).
• Ejection of fluid or parts due to pressure in hydraulic lines or improperly connected pressurised tools.
• Pinches, cuts or impacts when using piston retraction tools, spanners or pullers.
• Loss of system effectiveness if air remains, there are leaks, or components are incorrectly assembled after the work.
• Fire caused by using flammable aerosols near sparks, flames or very hot surfaces.
• Slips due to liquid spills on the work area floor.

Safe use

• Read the tool and vehicle instructions before starting, and work in a stable, clean and well-ventilated area.
• Park on a level surface, chock the wheels, and support the vehicle with suitable stands; do not rely on the jack alone.
• Allow the brakes to cool before handling discs, callipers or drums.
• Use chemical-resistant gloves, safety glasses and a filtering respirator when brake dust may be generated.
• Do not clean brake dust with compressed air; remove it with a vacuum cleaner fitted with an appropriate filter or with slightly damp cloths.
• Ensure hoses, bleed nipples and adaptors are in good condition and securely connected before applying vacuum or pressure; increase the pressure gradually.
• Avoid operating the pedal or the handbrake while components are removed; on vehicles with electronic systems (ABS/EPB), disable functions as per the vehicle manual before working.
• If handling brake fluid, use the type specified by the vehicle manufacturer, do not mix types and do not reuse extracted fluid; clean up any spills immediately.
• Keep sources of ignition away when using cleaners or solvents; do not smoke during the work.
• On completion, check for leaks, connect and secure all components correctly, restore pedal travel and firmness, and carry out a low-speed test in a safe area before driving normally.

Storage and maintenance

• Clean tools after each use, especially if they have been in contact with brake fluid or cleaners, and dry them thoroughly.
• Periodically check seals, gauges, hoses and bleed nipples; replace any component that shows cracking, hardening, deformation or leaks.
• Store kits in their case, in a dry, ventilated place, protected from dust and direct sunlight.
• Keep aerosols and containers closed, upright and away from sources of heat or sparks.
• Do not store equipment with residual pressure; release pressure and empty reservoirs after use.
• Keep tools, funnels and hoses intended for the brake system separate and labelled to avoid cross-contamination of fluids.
• Clean up spills immediately and dispose of used cloths and liquids at appropriate collection points; do not pour them down the drain.
• Keep everything out of reach of children and pets.

Restrictions on use

• Do not use damaged or incomplete tools, or those without the correct adaptors for the vehicle.
• Do not exceed the working pressures specified by the tool manufacturer, and do not modify the equipment.
• Do not use improvised adaptors or hoses that do not fit securely to bleed nipples or reservoirs.
• Do not work under the vehicle without secure, correctly positioned supports.
• Do not apply heat or flames to brake components, nor use flammable cleaners near sources of ignition.
• Do not clean brake dust with compressed air or with products not intended for this purpose.
• Do not allow use by minors; these tools should be handled by persons with basic knowledge of brake system mechanics.
• Do not drive if, after the work, the pedal feels spongy, brake warning lights are illuminated or leaks are observed; stop the vehicle safely and recheck the work.