Sealey RE222 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR
UNIVERSAL SPRING COMPRESSOR
MODEL: RE222
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 OR PERSONAL INJURY, AND
WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
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NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component
parts without prior notice. IMPORTANT: No liability is accepted for incorrect use of this equipment. WARRANTY: Guarantee is 12
months from purchase date. proof of which will be required for any claim. INFORMATION: Call us for a copy of our latest catalogue
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Sole UK Distributor, Sealey Group,
Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk.
RE222 - 0403 - (1) - 010799
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
pWARNING! Ensure health & safety, local authority, and general workshop practice regulations are adhered
to when using this equipment.
3Familiarise yourself with this products application and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards
peculiar to the spring compressor .
3Maintain the spring compressor in good condition. Replace or repair damaged parts. Use genuine parts only.
Non authorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
3Keep the work area clean, uncluttered and ensure there is adequate lighting.
pWARNING! Wear approved safety eye protection (standard spectacles are not adequate).
3Keep hands and body clear of the work operating the spring compressor.
3Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is not slippery and wear non slip shoes.
3Remove ill fitting cloths. Remove ties, watches, rings, other loose jewellery. Contain and/or tie back long hair.
3Wear appropriate protective clothing.
3Keep children and unauthorised persons away from the working area.
sDANGER! Stop compressing the spring before it becomes coil bound. Exercise particular caution when
using air impact wrench. Failure to observe this rule may damage the shear pin.
3When the spring is released, ensure the spindle jaw does not contact the spring pan.
7DO NOT operate spring compressor if parts are damaged or missing as this may cause failure or personal injury.
7DO NOT use compressor on coil springs which have a spring pressure
greater than 7,500 N (750kg).
DO NOT use on conical springs unless using conical adaptor 369/1590-1
7DO NOT force the spring compressor to achieve a task it was not
designed to perform.
7DO NOT allow untrained persons to use the spring compressor.
7DO NOT operate spring compressor if you are tired, under the influence
of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
3When not in use clean and store the spring compressor in a safe,
dry, childproof location.
Maximum Jaw Opening . . . . . . . . . . . .290mm
Minimum Jaw Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45mm
Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410mm
Maximum spring load . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,500 N
Ultimate stress limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32,000 N
Minimum spring capacity . . . . . . . .50mm O.D.
Maximum spring capacity . . . . . . .240mm O.D.
Safety factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-7
2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

4.1. TO COMPRESS STRUT FITTED TO VEHICLE.
4.1.1. Put the jaws into position and engage them on the spring as far apart as possible
and in line with one another. Ensure the safety lips (fig 1.7), are correctly engaged
and insert the retaining pins wherever possible.
4.1.2. Put the RE222 body into position as show in fig 2, (A = MacPherson strut),
and engage the interlocks into the jaws.
4.1.3. Ensure the jaws and body are correctly aligned and the retaining pin is inserted
whenever possible.
4.1.4. Extend compressor by hand then turn the 24mm hex drive (fig1.3) clockwise using
air or hand tools and compress the spring without allowing it to become coil bound.
4.1.5. Remove spring when it is fully compressed and is free to rotate.
4.1.6. To decompress the spring, reverse the compress procedure.
4.3. TO COMPRESS STRUT REMOVED FROM VEHICLE.
4.3.1. Align the body mating interlocks, ensuring that they face in the correct direction and engage the jaws.
4.3.2. To keep jaws from moving, insert the retaining pins (fig 1. 5) through the jaws and carriers, and secure
with pin nuts (6).
4.3.3. Extend the compressor using the 24mm hex drive nut (fig 1.3). Grasp as many spring coils as possible
and ensure that the spring is correctly seated in the jaws.
4.3.4. Turn the 24mm hex drive nut clockwise using air or hand tools to compress the spring.
4.3.5. Observe end of stroke restrictions to keep the spring from becoming coil bound.
4.2. CONICAL ADAPTOR 369/1590-1
4.2.1. The shape of some coil springs which have a diameter at the top
of the spring much greater than at the bottom (fig 3). will not
permit the use of the standard RE222. Safe compression of the
conical coil spring can only be achieved if the spring compressor
remains at a right angle to the top spring coil.
4.2.2. Conical Adaptor 369/1590-1 has a simple locking jaw system to fit
spring sizes from 85mm to 195mm diameter. Used with the
appropriate jaws on the bottom spring coil will bring the spring
compressor into required alignment for safe compression (fig 4).
4.2.3. Adaptor is supplied with retaining bolt/nut which must be inserted.
The RE222 is designed to allow the replacement of both coil springs and
MacPherson strut inserts without the removal of the strut from the vehicle.
It is a cylinder type spring compressor system designed for use on all
MacPherson strut coil springs and conventional front and rear suspensions.
5.1. Before each use check the compressor to ensure it is not damaged or worn. If suspect do not use the
unit, but contact your your local Sealey Dealer who will be able to advise you regarding repair kits and
spare parts.
5.2. Keep the compressor spindle lubricated. IMPORTANT: Use Molycot GN lubricant only.
5.3. Keep the compressor clean, and when not in use store in a safe, dry, childproof location.
Component description (refer to fig 1).
The compressor consists of a solid steel body or cylinder mounted with
two forged jaw interlocks, one on the body and the other on a centrally
mounted spindle.
1. . . . . .Body cylinder
2. . . . . .Shear Pin
3. . . . . .Hex nut
4. . . . . .Jaws
3. INTRODUCTION & DESCRIPTION
5. MAINTAINING THE COMPRESSOR
4. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
fig 1
fig 2
fig 4
6. PARTS LIST
RE222 - 0403 - (1) - 010799
Original Date: 010899
Issue Date: 010899
Version No: 0
Date Modified: N/A
mThe spindle (which is driven by a 24mm hex nut), is located in two axial bearings which absorb the tension and
friction forces during operation and reduce effort.
mThe complete assembly is case hardened to increase tensile strength.
mThere are two shear/fracture points for increased safety. Should the compressor become overloaded one of the
shear/fracture points will break leaving the spring safely compressed.
mA range of drop forged jaws are available to match all current MacPherson strut spring sizes.
mEach jaw has a safety lip to eliminate slip and is designed to fit the pitch of the spring to ensure maximum
surface contact between jaws and spring, thus eliminating the risk of the compressor slipping around the spring.
mThe jaws are unique in their design as they interlock with the compressor body without requiring a retaining or
load bearing bolt. The load is transmitted through the machined mating faces to nitrided compressor spindle.
mThe ability to engage jaws with an interlock, enables the tool to be used without removing the MacPherson strut
from the vehicle.
5. . . . . .Retaining pins
6. . . . . .Retaining pin nuts
7. . . . . .Safety lips
fig 3