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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• ALWAYS WEAR personal protective equipment as protective clothing, mask, gloves, hel-
met, shoes etc.
• Before each use, check the unit for full functional capability. If the functional capability is
not ensured or if damage is detected, the unit should not be used and you should contact
your supplier or manufacturer immediately.
• When compressing the spring, neither the spring windings nor the jaws should come in
contact with each other, see figure B.
• The centre line of the spring must always be parallel to the compressing device, especially
for conical springs.
• Use only suitable jaws for the springs. The spring must rest securely within the outer rib
and the safety ridges. Take care that the spring cannot slide out of the jaws.
• When using air wrench, wrench torque limitation is 120 Nm.
• Pay attention to compressed spring. Never drop or impact compressed spring, which can
cause serious injury.
• Use only for coil springs mentioned in this user instruction.
• The bolts of the jaws must always be firmly tightened with 60 Nm torque.
• For repair, use only original parts and personnel qualified by manufacturer. Unauthorized
parts are forbidden.
• Do not make any construction changes to the unit, especially to the safety pin. See figure J
for parts list.
• Keep the workplace clean and tidy at all times.
• Do not leave compressed spring unattended.
• Do not use the compressor for other purposes than it was designed for and do NOT OVER-
LOAD the compressor.
• For indoor use and room temperature only.
• Store this product in a dry place. NOT in moist places causing corrosion.
• Keep in mind that compressed spring has a huge energy. The instruction may not cover all
hazards. ALWAYS BE CAREFUL when using the coil spring compressor to prevent yourself
from injury.
• Before and during the clamping process as well as after each operation the correct position
of the spring in the jaws shall be inspected.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Working safely with this tool is possible only when the operating and
safety information are read completely and the instructions contained
therein are strictly followed. The manual shall be kept in a known loca-
tion and be easily accessible for operators and maintenance staff.
