Risk of injury caused by pinching or jamming when working on loaded springs or spring bodies - AS00.00-Z-0001-01A

Use only approved clamping devices; shield off hazard area if necessary. Inspect special tools for damage and proper operation (visual inspection). Wear protective gloves. 

Risk of pinching and jamming body parts when working on pre-loaded components. 

When loosening or removing components that are under significant load, there is a risk of serious injury  if non-approved if  clamping devices are used.

Safety instructions/precautions 

When conducting repair work on springs, spring bodies, spring-type actuators and other components under tension use approved clamping devices only  .

Spring compressor 

The spring compressor should never  be clamped or released using an impact wrench.

Check clamping devices 

• The spindle must be undamaged and allow ease of movement.
• The clamping plates must not be deformed.
• Note arrangement of clamping plates to springs.
• If the device is damaged or malfunctioning, it must be returned to the manufacturer.

The coil diameter of the spring should match the groove in the clamping plate.

Wear protective gloves during all operations.