Sealey RE231 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 & CAUTIONS.
USE THE 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
GENERAL SAFETY.
WARNING! Ensure Health & Safety, local authority, and
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general workshop practice regulations are adhered to
when using this equipment.
WARNING! Wear approved safety hand and eye
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protection (standard spectacles are not adequate).
WARNING! TRAPPING DANGER – Keep hands and
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fingers away from the spring and compressing jaws in use.
Keep the work area clean, uncluttered and ensure there
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is adequate lighting.
Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is
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not slippery and wear non-slip shoes.
Remove ill-fitting clothes. Remove ties, watches, rings,
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other loose jewellery. Contain and/or tie back long hair.
Wear appropriate protective clothing.
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Familiarise yourself with the applications, limitations and
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potential hazards of the spring compressor.
DO NOT force the spring compressor to achieve a task
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it was not designed to perform.
DO NOT allow untrained persons to use the spring
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compressor.
PRE OPERATIONAL SAFETY.
Strut and Spring Compression station should be securely
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bolted to the workshop floor before use.
Apply grease to the front and rear faces of the main upright
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to assist the smooth action of the compressor.
DO NOT operate spring compressor if parts are damaged
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or missing as this may cause failure and/or personal injury.
Before commencing compression, make visual inspection
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of machine to ensure pins are securely positioned and that
there is no sign of wear or fatigue – if found, do not use the
unit and refer to your local Sealey dealer for advice and
replacement parts.
Ensure jaw locating pins are properly positioned and safety
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clips are attached correctly.
Before commencing compression of spring, ensure coils of
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the spring are seated securely in the jaws of the
compressor and cannot slide out during compression.
Always fit the safety chain around strut and spring (ensure
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chain is not trapped in the coils of the spring as
compressed).
OPERATIONAL SAFETY.
When applying compression to the spring, always stand to
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one side of the unit.
DANGER! Stop compressing the spring before the
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coils touch.
Before attempting to remove top cap nut, always use a tool
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or short stick to test if the compression has been relieved.
Do not use your hands / fingers.
Sealey recommends the use of purpose made strut tools to
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remove the top-nut from the shock piston.
Once compressed, and the strut removed, we recommend
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releasing the tension on the spring. Do not leave the spring
under compression in the machine unattended and do not
leave in compression for prolonged periods. I.e. overnight.
Before releasing the compression ensure that the top
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strut-nut is securely fastened to the maker's tolerance.
Release the compression slowly keeping your hands and
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fingers away from the spring assembly.
Be sure that the tension on the spring is fully controlled by
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the strut assembly before removing it from the jaws of the
compressor.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR:
C O M P R E S S I N G S TAT I O N S
RE231 & RE232
MODELS:
POST OPERATIONAL SAFETY.
When not in use, clean and store the spring compressor
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in a safe, dry, childproof location.
Maintain the spring compressor in good condition.
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Replace or repair damaged parts. Use genuine parts only.
Unauthorised parts may be dangerous and will
invalidate the warranty.
2. INTRODUCTION
2.1 RE231 is a foot operated hydraulic unit. RE232 is an air
actuated hydraulic unit with alternative foot operation.
Quicker and easier than using a ratchet driven spring
compressor. Plastic coated yokes reduce the risk of
spring slippage or damage and are suitable for springs
from Ø102mm to Ø160mm.
3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Maximum Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1000kg
Lower Yoke Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .340mm
Spring Diameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102-160mm
Upper Yoke positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Spring Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ø102 - Ø160mm
Maximum Air Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120psi(8.3bar)
RE231
Manual Operation
RE232
Air Operated
STRUT & SPRING
RE231 & RE232 - 1 - 11/01/06