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INSTRUCTIONS FOR

COIL SPRING COMPRESSOR-
WISHBONE SUSPENSION 1000KG
M

ODEL N

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: RE2281

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. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS 
SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.

 

DANGER!

 Stop compressing the spring before the coil  

 

windings touch. 

 

WARNING! 

 Ensure Health & Safety, local authority,  

 

and general workshop practice regulations are adhered  

 

to when using this equipment.

  

Ensure that a vehicle which has been jacked up is  

 

adequately suported with axle stands and that the  

 

wheels are chocked,refer to the vehicle manufacturer's  

 

service instructions or a proprietary manual.

 

WARNING!

  Wear approved safety eye protection 

 

(standard spectacles are not adequate).

 

WARNING! 

 Measure the outer diameter of the spring 

 

to be compressed and select the correct set of yokes to  

 

fit the spring.  

 

DO NOT

 operate spring compressor if parts are  

 

damaged or missing as this may cause failure and/or  

 

personal injury.

 

DO NOT

 force the spring compressor to achieve a task  

 

it is not designed to perform.

 

DO NOT

 allow untrained persons to use the spring  

 compressor.

 

Familiarise yourself with the applications, limitations 

 

and potential hazards of the spring compressor.

 

Maintain the spring compressor 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.

 

Keep hands and body clear of the spring when  

 

operating the spring compressor.

 

Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is 

 

not slippery and wear non-slip shoes.

 

Remove ill fitting clothes. Remove ties, watches, rings, 

 

other loose jewellery. Contain and/or tie back long hair.

 

Wear appropriate protective clothing. 

 

When not in use clean and store the spring compressor  

 

in a safe, dry, childproof location.  

 2. 

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

 1. 

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Model No: .......................................................RE2281 
Contents: ...................................................Yokes (x4),
................................................................Force Screw,
....................................... 23 to 19mm Drive Extension
......................... 19mm Combination Ratchet Spanner
.............................................. 8mm T-Handle Hex Key 
Capacity:..........................................................1000kg
Size/Suitability: ........................................Ø60-170mm
Jaw Opening: .............................................30-245mm
Drive: .................................................19 & 23mm Hex

 3. 

INTRODUCTION

Designed for use on wishbone suspension using access points 
in the rear suspension arm. Features two pairs of carefully 
shaped yokes that prevent the coil spring from bowing. Saves 
time over traditional methods of demounting springs. 

Original Language Version

RE2281    Issue: 1 - 07/10/13

Fig.2

Fig.1

Item  Description 

Part No.

Yoke 60-120mm Upper 

RE2281.01

Yoke 60-120mm Lower 

RE2281.02

Yoke 120-170mm Upper 

RE2281.03

Yoke 120-170mm Lower 

RE2281.04

Force Screw 

RE2281.05

Drive Extension 

RE2281.06

T-Handle Hex Key 

RE2281.07

Combination Ratchet Spanner 

RE2281.08 

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