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CF-140

Manual Valve 

Spring Compressor

Instructions

CF-140

Replacement Jaw for CF-140 is Order No. 

CF-44

.

Please read instructions
before using.

Note:

Before using compressor, remove
bolt and nut, slide handle and link
assembly into position and replace
bolt and nut through frame and 
pivot hole in handle and link 
assembly (see photo at right).

Operating
Instructions

1. Rap all retainers sharply with a

light hammer to break keepers
loose.

2. Adjust tool jaws to fit over retainer.

3. Compress tool with handle. Position on head and adjust screw to

put light tension on spring. Release handle. Tighten screw 3 or 4
turns. Try compressing spring, readjust screw to compress springs
just enough to remove keepers. Check retainer-to-seal clearance to
avoid damage seals. The tool is now adjusted for remainder of
springs.

4. To re-assemble, reverse procedure. Compress spring. Place 

keepers on stem and slowly release handle.

Caution:

Wear eye protection to prevent personal injury.

© Goodson Tools & Supplies

04/28/05

CF-140

Manual Valve 

Spring Compressor

Instructions

CF-140

Replacement Jaw for CF-140 is Order No. 

CF-44

.

Please read instructions
before using.

Note:

Before using compressor, remove
bolt and nut, slide handle and link
assembly into position and replace
bolt and nut through frame and 
pivot hole in handle and link 
assembly (see photo at right).

Operating
Instructions

1. Rap all retainers sharply with a

light hammer to break keepers
loose.

2. Adjust tool jaws to fit over retainer.
3. Compress tool with handle. Position on head and adjust screw to

put light tension on spring. Release handle. Tighten screw 3 or 4
turns. Try compressing spring, readjust screw to compress springs
just enough to remove keepers. Check retainer-to-seal clearance to
avoid damage seals. The tool is now adjusted for remainder of
springs.

4. To re-assemble, reverse procedure. Compress spring. Place 

keepers on stem and slowly release handle.

Caution:

Wear eye protection to prevent personal injury.

© Goodson Tools & Supplies

04/28/05

Prior to use,
remove this 
bolt and nut
to position 
handle as 
shown

Prior to use,
remove this 
bolt and nut
to position 
handle as 
shown

 

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