User manual CHICAGO 65549

[. . . ] 65549 1-ton aIr/HYdraulIc strut sprInG coMpressor InstructIons and precautIons distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight tools®. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. , Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our website at: http://www. harborfreight. com saVe tHese InstructIons. read all precautIons and InstructIons. Copyright© 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools®. No portion of this document or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. [. . . ] One set handles springs as small as 4" in diameter and the larger set handles springs as large as 6. 3" in diameter. To change to the second pair of Shoes, first undo and remove the Socket Cap Screw (33) that secures the Upper to the Upper Strut Support (31). Support the Shoe with one hand and slide the Retaining Pin (23) out. The Circlip (22) will remain in place on the other end. Hold the alternative Shoe in place within the support bracket and slide the Retaining Pin (23) back into place and lock it with the R-Clip (32). The Shoes are 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. danGer!Stop compressing the spring before the coils touch. Before attempting to remove top cap nut, always use some type of tool or short stick to test if the compression has been relieved, DO NOT use your fingers. SKU 65549 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 4 designed to be used as matched pairs and should not be mixed. 9. WarnInG!Ensure air supply is clean and does not exceed 120 PSI. Too high an air pressure and unclean air will shorten the life of the unit due to excessive wear, and may be dangerous causing possible damage and/or personal injury. Drain the air supply tank daily and clean the Air Inlet Filter (A16) weekly. When used, drain air filter at least once a day. IntroductIon 1. The 1-Ton Air/Hydraulic Spring Compressor is an air actuated hydraulic unit with alternative foot operation. asseMblY 1. The unit requires minimal assembly before use. Attach the Angle Steel (21) to the base of the Upright (14) by using Bolts (20), Nuts (18) and Washers (19). Be sure Angle Steel (21) are fixed securely to the base as they provide stability and will be used to secure the unit to the floor. Insert the Foot Pedal (5) into the Socket (B28) on the hydraulic jack and secure with the Bolt (10) and Washer (11). Push Circlips (29) into the groove on each retaining Pin (30). Slide the Upper Strut Support (31) over the Upright (14) to the required height and align the two holes in the support with two holes in the Upright. Slide the two Retaining Pins (30) through the assembly and retain them in position using the R-clips (32). Two pairs of shoes (28, 28A) are supplied. Choose one pair of shoes and attach them to the upper and lower support bracket by using the socket cap Screw (33), the R-clip (32), the Retaining Pin (23) and the Circlip (22). [. . . ] Repeat step 6 above to make sure that the Ram (7) is filled with oil. Wipe the plug and place its edge against the fill-hole and while applying thumb force behind the plug, work the rubber plug back into the fill-hole with the aid of the flat tipped screwdriver. After the plug is inserted, wipe off spilled oil from jack exterior with a clean and dry rag. 15. 8. 9. 10. 17. 18. 11. cautIon: DO NOT operate the jack when the Oil Filler Plug (38) is removed. MaIntenance 1. [. . . ]