Sealey RE227 Instructions

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
COIL SPRING COMPRESSOR - MULTI
SPRING YOKES
RE227
MODEL:
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 years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL
REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS. USE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE
PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL
INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
! WARNING! Ensure Health & Safety, local authority and general workshop practice regulations
are adhered to when using this equipment.
" Familiarise yourself with the applications, limitations and potential hazards of this 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.
! WARNING! Wear approved safety eye protection (standard spectacles are not adequate).
" Keep hands and body clear of the work 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 or tie back long hair.
" Wear appropriate protective clothing.
" Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the working area.
# # DANGER! Stop compressing the spring before it becomes coil bound. Exercise particular caution
when using air impact wrench. Failure to observe this rule may damage the shear pin.
" When the spring is released, ensure the spindle jaw does not contact the spring pan.
$ DO NOT operate spring compressor if parts are damaged or missing as this may cause failure and/or
personal injury.
$ DO NOT use compressor on coil springs which have a compressed load greater than
25,000N (2500kg).
$ DO NOT use the spring compressor for a task it was not designed to perform.
$ DO NOT allow untrained persons to use the spring compressor.
$ DO NOT operate spring compressor if you are tired, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating
medication.
" When not in use clean and store the spring compressor in a safe, dry, childproof location.
! ! WARNING! The warnings, cautions and instructions discussed in this instruction manual
cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood that
common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be
applied by the operator.
2. INTRODUCTION AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
2.1 2500kg Maximum loading. Heavy-duty, lightweight unit made from hi-tech steel alloy.
Supplied with one pair of yokes that will cover 90% of the car market. Safety yokes, with
polyurethane inserts for improved grip, are carefully shaped to prevent the coil spring from
bowing. Yoke brackets are adjustable to suit all types of springs, including conical. 1/2"Sq drive for
direct use with most air wrenches.
2.2 Applications: Alfa, Audi, BMW, Citroen, Daihatsu, Fiat, Ford, GM, Honda, Jaguar, Lada, Lancia,
Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Rover, Saab, Seat, Skoda, Subaru,
Suzuki, Toyota, Volvo, VW.
2.3 Yoke Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356mm
Maximum Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25,000N
Spring Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 - 200mm
Weight Of Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.9kg
Weight Of Body Inc.Yokes . . . . . . . . .8.5kg
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