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SKU 43753 

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. 

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Specifications

Capacity

7” Coil Spring Diameter

Maximum Opening

8”

Hardware Tensile

113-128 PSI, Minimum

Lead Screw

11-3/8” L x 5/8” Diameter

Lead Screw Torque

15 ft-lb Minimum

Support Arms

3/8” Steel Flat Stock

Support Arms Length 15-1/4”

Compressor Type

Mac-Pherson Struts Only

Tool Weight

17-1/4 lb.

Save This Manual

You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly 

instructions, operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram.  Keep your 

invoice with this manual.  Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover.  

Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference.

Safety Warnings and Precautions

WARNING: When using tool, basic safety precautions should always be 

followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.
Read all instructions before using this product!

Avoid working alone

1. 

.  If an accident happens, an assistant can bring help.

Keep work area clean

2. 

.  Cluttered areas invite injuries.

Observe work area conditions

3. 

. Don’t expose to rain.  Keep work area well lit.  

Keep children away

4. 

.  Children must never be allowed in the work area.  Do not 

let them handle machines, tools, or extension cords.

Store idle equipment

5. 

.  When not in use, tools must be stored in a dry location to 

inhibit rust.  Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.

dress properly

6. 

.  Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in 

moving parts.  Protective, electrically nonconductive clothes and nonskid footwear 

are recommended when working.  Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long 

hair.

Use eye and ear protection

7. 

.  Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles. 

do not overreach

8. 

.  Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach 

over or across electrical cables or frames.

Use the right tool for the job

9. 

.  Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment 

to do the work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applications for which 

this tool was designed. Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for a pur-

pose for which it was not intended.

Summary of Contents for 43753

Page 1: ...can result in serious injury Save this manual Copyright 2000 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or fo...

Page 2: ...n assistant can bring help Keep work area clean 2 Cluttered areas invite injuries Observe work area conditions 3 Don t expose to rain Keep work area well lit Keep children away 4 Children must never b...

Page 3: ...rmed regularly by a qualified technician Capacity 15 Never exceed the recommended capacity springs up to 7 in diameter Only use this tool with MacPherson Struts Never use with high pitched struts Use...

Page 4: ...sure to put the struts in a MacPherson Strut Vise prior to using the Strut Spring Compressor Warning Only use hand tools with the Strut Spring Compressor Never use any air electric or impact tools wit...

Page 5: ...t See service manual 11 Set the spring over the repaired or new strut and re install the rod 12 nut mounting plate and spring seat Loosen the strut spring compressor and remove it 13 Remove the strut...

Page 6: ...wrench while adjusting Repair the cartridge Release and remove the Strut Spring Compressor 6 Note Only compress the spring enough to remove the drive nut Note Remember if the spring doesn t compress...

Page 7: ...AIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTI FIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL...

Page 8: ...SKU 43753 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 8 Assembly Diagram Hex Nut REV 01e...

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