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Operation
BE AWARE
we do not recommend using this spring compressor for double diameter, dual rate
or progressively wound suspension springs.
ALWAYS
ensure you refer to the spring manufacturer’s specification to ensure you do not
exceed the maximum loading of the spring.
BE AWARE
some modern Macpherson strut suspension springs are fitted with a considerable
pre-load.
It is inadvisable to leave a coil spring under tension due to the stored energy. Immediately
replace the coil spring onto the shock absorber in order to reduce time that spring is under
tension away from the vehicle and potentially a danger to you or anyone in your workshop.
ALWAYS
ensure you have followed all of the safety precautions and instructions before
beginning and that you are wearing the correct protective head, eye and hand wear.
ALWAYS
ensure that extreme care and caution is taken to avoid injury.
ALWAYS
keep the spring compressor lubricated.
The following instructions are for removing a strut spring from a MacPherson style strut
assembly which has been removed from the vehicle.
1. Adjust the head of the screw to move the threaded puller hook to the end of the screw.
2. Ensure the locking pins are in the unlocked position. Place the threaded puller hook
around the spring (refer to the example below).
3. At the opposite end attach the non-threaded puller hook to fit around the spring.
Ensure that they are an equal distance apart and parallel to each other.
4. Tighten the head of the screw until it contacts the non-threaded puller hook.
5. Lock the locking pins into the locking position on both the threaded and non-threaded
puller hooks.
6. Repeat the process above with the second spring compressor.
7. Make sure they are securely attached before continuing.
8. Tighten each compressor slightly in 10mm increments. For each turn of the spanner
make sure to equally apply the same to the other side of the spring. This will take up
the tension of the spring and secure the compressor at the extended position.
ALWAYS
ensure that you have applied the same tightening to both sides of the spring
so you do not cause damage or personal injury.
9. A distance of 30-40mm between the compressed coil and the cap should allow enough
clearance for removal of the spring.
10.
NEVER
store a compressed coil spring for ANY length of time. Loosen the screws on
the spring compressors EVENLY to reduce pressure.
