5. OPERATION
WARNING! DO NOT
compress the spring to an extent where the coil windings touch, fig.2.A.
WARNING! DO NOT
compress the spring to an extent where the jaws touch fig.2.B.
5.1.
Ensure the jaws and the body of the compressor are correctly aligned at all times during spring compression fig.3.A. For conical springs,
the centre line of the spring should remain parallel to the compressor body, fig.3.B.
5.2.
If necessary use the extension block as in fig.4 to keep the spring and compressor body parallel.
5.3.
Secure the strut with a clamp, vice or other adequate holding device.
5.4.
TO COMPRESS A STRUT REMOVED FROM A VEHICLE
5.4.1.
Mount the selected jaws on the compressor body, fit the retaining bolts and tighten securely.
5.4.2. Rotate the hexagonal nut, using air or hand tools to drive the jaws apart to the length of the spring and to allow compression of as many
windings as possible.
5.4.3.
Place the spring strut compressor onto the spring, ensuring the spring seats correctly, fig.1.B., between the safety lips, fig.1.6. and the
outer rib fig.1.7. and cannot slide out during compression.
5.4.4.
Ensure the jaws and body are correctly aligned, fig.3 / 4.
5.4.5.
Rotate the hexagonal nut, using air or hand tools and compress the spring until the upper support bearing is free and the spring will
rotate.
5.5.
TO DECOMPRESS A STRUT REMOVED FROM A VEHICLE
5.5.1.
To decompress the spring, reverse the compress procedure.
1 Retaining bolts
2 Yoke
3 Compressor body
4 Hex nut
5 Spring
6 Safety lips
7 Outer rib
6. MAINTENANCE
6.1.
Before each use check the compressor to ensure it is not damaged or worn.
6.2.
If suspect, do not use the unit, but contact your local Sealey stockist.
6.3.
Grease the compressor spindle as necessary, at least every six months.
6.4.
Keep the compressor clean, and when not in use store in a safe, dry, childproof location.
fig.2
fig.3
fig.4
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ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted, taken to
a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment. When the product becomes completely
unserviceable and requires disposal, drain any fluids (if applicable) into approved containers and dispose of the product and fluids
according to local regulations.
Note
: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior
notice.
Important
: No Liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
Warranty
: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which is required for any claim.
RE229, RE239, RE249, RE259 Issue:1 26/11/20
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