Sealey Auto Service RE229 Instructions Manual

Thank you for purchasing a Sealey Product. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions and properly maintained, give you yearsof trouble free performance.IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS. USETHIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/ORPERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DANGER! Stop compressing the spring before the coil windings touch, fig.2.A. Exercise particular cautionwhen using an air impact wrench. WARNING! Ensure Health & Safety, local authority, and general workshop practice regulations areadhered to when using this equipment. WARNING! Wear approved safety eye protection (standard spectacles are not adequate). WARNING! Do not compress the spring to an extent where the jaws touch, fig.2.B. DO NOT operate spring compressor if parts are damaged or missing as this may cause failure and/orpersonal injury. DO NOT force the spring compressor to achieve a task it was not designed to perform. DO NOT allow untrained persons to use the spring compressor. Familiarise yourself with the applications, limitations and potential hazards of the spring compressor. Maintain the spring compressor in good condition. Replace or repair damaged parts.Use genuine parts only. Unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty. Keep the work area clean, uncluttered and ensure there is adequate lighting. Keep hands and body clear of the spring when operating the spring compressor. Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is not slippery and wear non-slip shoes. Remove ill fitting clothes. Remove ties, watches, rings, other loose jewellery. Contain and/or tie back longhair. Wear appropriate protective clothing. When not in use clean and store the spring compressor in a safe, dry, childproof location.2. INTRODUCTION & DESCRIPTION2.1. Introduction2.1.1. Suitable for Macpherson strut coil springs. Features a yokeextension bracket that also allows use on conical springs.Supplied with three pairs of different sized interchangeableyokes, for a wide range of vehicle applications and plastic yokeprotectors that protect the spring coating from damage whichcan invalidate the vehicle manufacturers warranty. Safetyyokes carefully shaped to stop the spring bowing while undercompression.2.2. Description (Fig.1)2.2.1. The compressor consists of a solid steel body mounted withtwo forged jaw interlocks, one on the body and the other on acentrally mounted spindle.1 Retaining bolts 5 Spring2 Yoke 6 Safety lips3 Compressor body 7 Outer rib4 Hex nut2.2.2. The spindle, is driven by a 21mm hex nut Fig.1.4.2.2.3. Each jaw has safety lips to eliminate slip and is designed to fitthe pitch of the spring to ensure maximum surface contactbetween the jaws and the spring, thus eliminating the risk ofthe compressor slipping around the spring.Fig.1A3224566 1117BINSTRUCTIONS FOR:COIL SPRING COMPRESSORMODEL No: RE229Original Language Version RE229 Issue: 1 - 28/05/102. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSCapacity 1000kg Maximum Jaw Opening: 265mmGold Yokes: Ø80-105mm Drive: 21mm HexBlack Yokes: Ø105-140mmSilver Yokes: Ø145-190mm

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