Sealey VS1540 Instructions

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.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
p WARNING! Ensure all health and safety, local authority, and general workshop practice regulations are strictly adhered to when using
tools.
7 DO NOT use tools if damaged.
3 Keep fingers clear of valves and springs when the tool is operated.
3 Check arm for signs of damage before use.
3 Maintain the tool in good and clean condition for best and safest performance.
3 If required, ensure vehicle to be worked on is adequately supported with axle stands, ramps and chocks.
3 Wear approved eye protection. A full range of personal safety equipment is available from your Sealey dealer.
3 Wear suitable clothing to avoid snagging. Do not wear jewellery and tie back long hair.
3 Account for all tools, locking bolts, pins and parts being used and do not leave them in or near engine.
IMPORTANT: Always refer to the vehicle manufacturer’s service instructions, or proprietary manual to establish the current procedure and
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data. These instructions for use are provided as a guide only.
2. INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATION
Fast and simple compression of valve springs. Precision made, lightweight aluminium yoke and smooth-acting pneumatic ram make light work
of valve spring removal – especially on modern multi-valve engines. Time savings of between 60 and 70% have been achieved using this tool.
Supplied in deluxe storage case.
Max Compression Force: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100kg @ 8bar(116psi)
Throat Depth: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170mm
Jaw Opening: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .250mm
Spring Adaptors: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ø20.5, Ø22, Ø24, Ø26, Ø29, Ø34, Ø41, Ø50mm
Optional Adaptor: . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VS1541 - Ø15mm Cage Adaptor suitable for small
3. PREPARING COMPRESSOR FOR USE
3.1 AIR SUPPLY
Recommended hook-up is shown below.
p WARNING! Ensure the air supply is clean and does not exceed 116 psi while operating the compressor.
Too high an air pressure and/or unclean air will cause excessive wear, and may be dangerous, causing damage and/or personal injury.
3.1.1 Ensure that the compressor’s air valve (or throttle) is in the "off" position before connecting to the air supply.
3.1.2 You will require an air pressure of 8bar (116psi).
3.1.3 Drain the air tank daily. Water in the air line will damage the grinder and invalidate your warranty.
3.1.4 Clean air inlet filter weekly.
3.1.5 Line pressure should be increased to compensate for unusually long air hoses (over 8 metres). The minimum hose diameter should be
1/4” I.D. and fittings must have the same inside dimensions.
3.1.6 Keep hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Check hoses for wear, and make certain that all connections are secure.
4. OPERATION
4.1 VALVE SPRING REMOVAL
4.1.1 Select valve remover and bush to suit the valve spring seat and attach to the spring compressor (fig 1:1) using the screw and
washer provided.
4.1.2 Loosen cylinder clamp screw (fig 1:2) and connect air supply to control valve (fig 1:4).
4.1.3 Place the valve remover and bush onto the valve spring seat and then open the air control by pushing the sleeve forward, towards
the cylinder (fig 2).
4.1.4 The piston stem will move forward to contact the valve head and then the cylinder will slide back in the compressor until it reaches
the end of the travel.
4.1.5 Close the air control by sliding the sleeve rearwards and the cylinder will move forward under the force of the internal spring.
4.1.6 When the cylinder has moved forward one graduation (1cm), or two graduations if the valve has two springs, tighten clamp screw.
4.1.7 Re-opening the air control valve will now compress the spring, allowing the collets to be removed.
4.1.8 It is recommended that you use a collet remover such as:
VS165, VS1651 or VS1652 (refer to Sealey catalogue for more information).
4.1.9 Close the air control valve, the compressor and the spring can now be removed.
4.1.10 When installing the valve spring use the compressor as above to compress the spring so that the collets can be fitted.
AIR OPERATED VALVE
SPRING COMPRESSOR
valve applications including VW/Audi TT 1.8T
INSTRUCTIONS FOR:
VS1540
MODEL:
VS1540 - 1 - 151204