User Manual

 WARNING! Ensure Health & Safety, local authority and generalworkshop practice regulations are adhered to
when using this equipment.
 WARNING! DO NOT attempt to dismantle the strut under any
circumstances until the spring compressors are in place and
the spring has been sufficiently compressed.
 Familiarise yourself with the applications, limitations and
potential hazards of this spring compressor set.
 Maintain the spring compressor set 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).
 Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is not
slippery and wear non-slip shoes.
 Remove ill fitting clothes. Remove ties, watches, rings and other
loose jewellery. Contain or tie back long hair.
 Wear appropriate protective clothing.
 Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the working
area.
 Ensure jaws are correctly engaged on spring before commencing
compression.
 Ensure the jaws and the body of the compressor are correctly
aligned at all times during spring compression.
 DANGER! Stop compressing the spring before it becomes coil
bound.
 DO NOT leave compressed spring unattended.
 DO NOT operate spring compressor set if parts are damaged or missing as this may cause failure and/or
personal injury.
 DO NOT use the spring compressor set for a task it was not designed to perform.
 DO NOT allow untrained persons to use the spring compressor set.
 DO NOT operate spring compressor set if you are tired, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating
medication.
 WARNING! DO NOT use air tools with this product.
 WARNING! DO NOT compress the spring to an extent where the coil windings touch.
 WARNING! DO NOT compress the spring to an extent where the jaws touch.
 When not in use clean and store the spring compressor set in a safe, dry, childproof location.
 IMPORTANT: These instructions are provided as a guide only. Always refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s service
instructions, or a proprietary manual, to establish the current procedure and data.
 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.
Heavy-duty coil spring compressor with hardened steel body and force screw. Ensures smooth compression of
spring.
Drive: ..... 19mm Hex Max. Jaw Opening .... 280mm
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.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR:
HEAVY DUTY COIL SPRING COMPRESSOR
SET 2pc
MODEL No: AK3845
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.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2. DESCRIPTION & SPECIFICATION
Original Language Version
AK3845 Issue No.1 18/04/12