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Spring compressor stationary

KL-5501

Spezial-Werkzeugbau GmbH

KLANN-Spezial-Werkzeugbau-GmbH Breslauer Strasse 41 78166 Donaueschingen

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Contents Page

1. Essential safety notices..................................................................................................................4

1.1 Safety notices and warnings....................................................................................................................................4

1.2 Personal protective equipment................................................................................................................................4

1.3 Intended use ..............................................................................................................................................................5

1.4 Safe and proper use..................................................................................................................................................5

1.5 Work environment.....................................................................................................................................................5

1.6 Appropriate users .....................................................................................................................................................5

2. Product description.........................................................................................................................6

2.1 KL-5501 Spring compressor stationary (patented) ..............................................................................................6

2.2 Technical data............................................................................................................................................................7

3. Mounting the spring compressor...................................................................................................7

3.1 Scope of delivery....................................................................................................................................................7

3.2 Mounting the supporting column assembly.........................................................................................................8

3.3 Fixing the spring compressor ...............................................................................................................................9

3.4 Completing the assembly of the spring compressor ..........................................................................................9

3.5 Loosening the spring compressing assembly and setting it to original position ..........................................10

4. Removing and installing a spring................................................................................................. 10

4.1 Removing the spring............................................................................................................................................... 11

4.2 Installing the spring ................................................................................................................................................14

5. Inserting the drive nut clamping pin ............................................................................................ 20

6. Care and storage ........................................................................................................................... 20

7. Accessories ................................................................................................................................... 21

8. Maintenance and repair by the KLANN Service Center .............................................................. 21

9. Spare parts list............................................................................................................................... 22

10. Environmentally safe disposal ..................................................................................................... 22


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1. Essential safety notices

Before using the spring compressor, it is imperative to read and understand the instruction manual. Misuse can lead to SERIOUS or FATAL INJURIES. This instruction manual is part of the spring compressor. Store the instruction manual in a safe place for any further use and give it to subsequent users of the spring compressor.

1.1 Safety notices and warnings

For better differentiation, the warning notices in this instruction manual are classified as follows: Warning sign

Sign reads Meaning

DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in serious or fatal injuries.

ATTENTION Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in possible damage to the spring compressor or its functioning, or to objects in its vicinity.

DANGER

Exceeding the maximum load capacity runs the risk of a failure of the tool and broken parts becoming projectiles.

1.2 Personal protective equipment

ALWAYS wear personal protective equipment when using the spring compressor. The spring compressor can cause mechanical hazards which could result in serious injuries such as contusions, cuts and concussions.

EYE PROTECTION (see OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 and ANSI Z87) designed to protect you from flying objects must be worn when using the spring compressor.

• Particles may fly upward while working with the spring compressor and could cause serious injuries to your eyes.

SAFETY GLOVES must be worn when using the spring compressor. • Working with the spring compressor can cause cuts and contusions.

SAFETY SHOES/BOOTS with slip resistant soles and steel-toe caps (see OSHA 29 CFR 1910.136 and ANSI 241) must be worn when using the spring compressor.

• Falling parts can cause serious injury to feet and toes.


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1.3 Intended use

The spring compressor must only be used to compress coil springs on MacPherson struts/semi-struts via the upper spring plate.

The spring compressor must only be used in specialised professional vehicle workshops.

The spring compressor must only be used to compress MacPherson struts/semi-struts up to a maximum load of 15000 N.

• Any other use can result in severe injuries or even death.

1.4 Safe and proper use Take the following safety precautions to prevent injuries and damage that could be caused by improper handling or unsafe use of the spring compressor.

Misuse can result in extremely severe injuries or even death. • NEVER exceed the load capacity of the spring compressor.

• Do not use an impact wrench or any extensions as a drive!

• NEVER use the spring compressor as a ladder or as a depositing surface.

• Always check the spring compressor prior to EACH use to ensure that it is in good order and condition.

• Damaged or worn parts MUST be renewed prior to the use.

• ONLY use KLANN Original replacement and accessory parts for the spring compressor.

1.5 Work environment ONLY use the spring compressor in a safe work environment.

Safe working with the spring compressor is only possible if the work environment is safe.

• The workplace must always be clean and tidy. • The workplace must be sufficiently large and must be secured.

1.6 Appropriate users This instruction manual is designed for technicians in workshops. DO NOT allow children to use the spring compressor. Purchasers / employers purchasing the spring compressor MUST ensure that any person / employee using the spring compressor have read and understood this instruction manual prior to using the spring compressor. This instruction manual MUST be made available to the users / employees for reference at all times.


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2. Product description

2.1 KL-5501 Spring compressor stationary (patented)

Field of application The spring compressor is universally suitable for all MacPherson strut/semi-strut designs with standard springs (with right or left-hand windings), eccentric shock absorbers/springs/spring plates, conical springs, springs with a small number of windings, high or varying spring coil angles.

A Drive nut

B Spring compressing assembly

B1 Jaws

B2 Limit stops (spring compressing assembly)

C Strut holding clamp

C1 Plastic clamping jaws

C2 Adjusting wheel

C3 Adjustable clamping bar of the strut holding clamp

C4 T-handle

D Supporting column assembly

D1 Adjusting screw

D2 Limit stop

D3 Lower supporting plate

E Combination spanner

F Holder for combination spanner

G Mounting plate

B1B1

B

A

C3

C2

C1 C

E

D

D1

D2

D3

C4

B2

B2

F

G


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2.2 Technical data • Dimensions: .......................................................... see fig. 1

• Drive:..................................................................24 mm hex

• Maximum load.:.....................................3372.3 lb (15,000 N)

• Weight:.........................................................101.2 lb (46 kg)

• Compressing range: ............................22.44 inch (570 mm)

• Spring plate Ø (min. .)................................4.92 inch (125 mm)

• Spring plate Ø (max.) ................................8.66 inch (220 mm)

3. Mounting the spring compressor Before using the spring compressor for the first time, check and confirm you have all parts listed in the scope of delivery. Then, follow the mounting instructions.

3.1 Scope of delivery (fig. 2) Basic unit

Plastic clamping jaws (C1) with retaining bolts

Supporting column assembly (D)

Combination spanner (E)

Molybdenum disulfide paste 50 g

Mounting screw set

Fig. 1: Dimensions

Fig. 2: Checking delivery

Basic unit

Supporting column

Plastic clamping jaws with retaining

bolts

Combination spanner

Molybdenum disulfide paste 50 g

Mounting screw set

7.68

inch

(1

95 m

m)

max. 24.61 inch (625 mm)

19.8

8 in

ch

(505

mm

)

47.6

4 in

ch

(121

0 m

m)

21.0

6 in

ch

(535

mm

)

12.4 inch(315 mm)

22.4

4 in

ch

(570

mm

)


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DANGER

Considerable forces are exerted when springs are being compressed. If the spring compressor is not correctly mounted or fixed, there is a high risk that the spring compressor could tilt, fall off or fall into pieces. This will lead to parts or the spring becoming projectiles.

3.2 Mounting the supporting column assembly

1. Unscrew mounting screws (4x) as shown in fig. 3 "A".

2. Position supporting column assembly on spring compressor fig. 3 "B".

3. Screw in mounting screws (4x) and tighten to a torque of 20 Nm fig. 3 "B".

Fig. 3: Mounting the supporting column assembly

20 Nm

Mounting screws (4x)

“A“

“B“


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3.3 Fixing the spring compressor

DANGER When working with a loaded spring compressor, it is imperative to make sure that the spring compressor is prevented from tilting.

to a horizontal surface Place the spring compressor on the workshop trolley KL-4999-100 as shown in fig. 4 "A" or, alternatively, on a workbench so that the limit stop touches the work surface plate. Fasten the mounting plate with the mounting screw set Ø 12 mm. Note: The work surface plate must be between 25 and 50 mm thick.

to a vertical surface To fix the spring compressor to a solid vertical wall, the holding fixture KL-5501-20, which is available as an accessory, is required. (See fig. 4 "B")

Checking the stability of the mounted and fixed spring compressor For this purpose, hold the tube of the spring compressor at the top, pull and push it forwards and backwards, also to the left and to the right. The whole assembly must not move during this procedure.

3.4 Completing the assembly of the spring compressor

1. From the top, insert plastic clamping jaws (C1) and retaining bolts into the strut holding clamp as shown in fig. 5.

2. Hook combination spanner in the holder provided.

Fig. 4: Fixing the spring compressor

to a vertical surface.

Fig. 5: Inserting the plastic clamping jaws

to a horizontal surface

C1

KL-5501-20

KL-4999-100

Limit stop

“A“

“B“


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3.5 Loosening the spring compressing assembly and setting it to original position

Note: In its factory setting, the spring compressing assembly is fixed to the lower limit stop. (See fig. 6 "A") Turn the drive nut counterclockwise by means of a 1/2" reversible ratchet in conjunction with a socket 24 mm hex as shown in (fig. 6 "A") and drive the spring compressing assembly until approx. 100 mm below the upper limit stop. Completely open the jaws (original position fig. 6 "B").

4. Removing and installing a spring

This instruction manual describes the procedure of removing and installing a coil spring on the MacPherson strut/semi-strut.

DANGER Considerable forces are exerted when springs are being compressed. Non-observance of the following points can lead to failure of the spring compressor which will result in parts or the spring becoming projectiles.

• Never use a damaged spring compressor.

• Never strike the tool with a hammer.

• Lubricate spindle with molybdenum disulfide paste, for example KL-0014-0030.

• Only use molybdenum disulfide paste, for example KL-0014-0030 as lubricant.

• Only use genuine KLANN spare parts.

ATTENTION

Continuing to turn the drive nut when the spring compressing assembly has already reached the limit stop will result in damage to the spring compressor.

• Once the spring compressing assembly has reached the upper or the lower limit stop, it should only be moved in the opposite direction.

Note: Any work on vehicle components is only allowed to be performed observing and complying with the data, instructions and safety regulations issued by the vehicle manufacturer.

Fig. 6: Spring compressing assembly in original position

“A“

“B“

approx. 100 mm


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4.1 Removing the spring

3. Reset spring compressing assembly into original position (approx. 100 mm below the upper limit stop; jaws are open completely). (See fig. 7)

4. DANGER MacPherson struts/semi-struts that are not fixed correctly are susceptible to disengaging whilst the spring is being compressed.

• On MacPherson struts/semi-struts with an eccentric lower spring plate, the MacPherson strut/semi-strut has to be aligned during the clamping process so that the eccentric of the spring plate points forwards and the limit stop of the lower supporting plate is positioned at the back. (See fig. 8)

Fix the MacPherson strut/semi-strut in the strut holding clamp as shown in fig. 8. Adjust the strut holding clamp via the adjusting wheel so that the clamping bars are parallel to each other.

5. Only tighten the adjustable clamping bar by means of the T-handle until finger-tight.

6. Adjust the supporting column assembly so that the MacPherson strut/semi-strut lies on the lower supporting plate of the supporting column assembly and the limit stop of the lower supporting plate is positioned at the back. (See fig. 8)

7. Turn the drive nut clockwise by means of a 1/2" reversible ratchet in conjunction with a socket 24 mm hex. Adjust the spring compressor so that the jaws are positioned directly above the upper spring plate.


Fig. 8: Fixing the MacPherson strut/semi-strut in the strut holding clamp

Supporting column assembly

Adjusting wheel

Eccentric lower spring plate T-handle

MacPherson strut/semi-strut Limit stop Lower supporting plate

Supporting column

Strut holding clamp

Clamping bars

Adjusting wheel

approx. 100 mm


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X

8. DANGER

If the spring compressing assembly is set incorrectly, the spring is susceptible to disengaging during the compressing process.

• Compress the spring via the upper spring plate only.

• The jaws must not be positioned on the spring or on the strut mount.

• Never compress the spring directly or via the strut mount.

Position the jaws on the upper spring plate as shown in fig. 9 "A" and 9 "B". Make sure that the jaws lie neatly and centrally on the spring plate and that they do not touch the strut mount on the inside.

9. DANGER

Exceeding the maximum load capacity runs the risk of a failure of the tool and broken parts becoming projectiles.

• Stop the compressing process at the latest when the maximum suggested compressing stage has been reached or before the spring coils touch each other.

To compress the spring, turn the drive nut clockwise as shown in fig. 10 by means of a 1/2" reversible ratchet in conjunction with a socket 24 mm hex and compress the spring approximately 80 mm.

Note: If the drive nut comes loose on the spindle, relieve the spring compressor via the auxiliary drive and insert a new clamping pin into the drive nut. (See fig. 11 and chapter 5)

Fig. 9: Positioning the jaws

Fig. 10: Compressing the spring approx. 80 mm

X > 0

“B“

“A“

Strut mount

Jaws

Upper spring plate

Strut mount

Upper spring plate

Jaws

Strut mount

Jaws

Strut mount

Upper spring plate

approx. 80 mm


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10. ATTENTION If a spring is compressed via the auxiliary drive, there is a risk that the spindle will be damaged.

• The auxiliary drive may only be used for relieving. It must not be used for compressing!

If necessary, relieve the spring compressor via the auxiliary drive as shown in fig. 11 and insert the new clamping pin into the drive nut. (See chapter 5)

11. Loosen the piston rod nut, for example by means of tool set KL-0056-1 (See fig. 12 "A")

12. Remove the strut mount. (See fig. 12 "B")

Note: Due to the automatic self-locking mechanism of the spring compressing assembly located on the guide tube, you may hear cracking noises during the relieving process.

13. To relieve the spring, turn the drive nut counterclockwise by means of a 1/2" reversible ratchet in conjunction with a socket 24 mm hex until the spring plate is clear and can be removed. (See fig. 13)

Note: If the spring can not be relieved so that the spring plate is clear, it will not be possible to remove the spring. Re-assembly of the strut must be performed according to the manufacturer's instructions in reverse order.

Fig. 11: Relieve the spring compressor via the auxiliary drive if necessary

Fig. 12: Loosening the piston rod nut and removing the strut mount Fig. 13: Spring is relieved

Upper spring plate

KL-0056-1

“A“

Strut mount

“B“


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4.2 Installing the spring

1. Reset spring compressing assembly into original position

(approx. 100 mm below the upper limit stop; jaws are open completely). (See fig. 14)

2. DANGER

MacPherson struts/semi-struts that are not fixed correctly are susceptible to disengaging whilst the spring is being compressed.

• On MacPherson struts/semi-struts with an eccentric lower spring plate, the MacPherson strut/semi-strut has to be aligned during the clamping process so that the eccentric of the spring plate points forwards and the limit stop of the lower supporting plate is positioned at the back. (See fig. 15)

Fix the MacPherson strut/semi-strut in the strut holding clamp as shown in fig. 15. Adjust the strut holding clamp via the adjusting wheel so that the clamping bars are parallel to each other. Only tighten the adjustable clamping bar by means of the T-handle until finger-tight.

3. Adjust the supporting column assembly so that the MacPherson strut/semi-strut lies on the lower supporting plate of the supporting column assembly and the limit stop of the lower supporting plate is positioned at the back. (See fig. 15)

4. Place the spring with the upper spring plate onto the MacPherson strut/semi-strut. Note: Observe and adhere to the vehicle manufacturer's prescribed position for the spring and the spring plate.

5. Turn the drive nut clockwise by means of a 1/2" reversible ratchet in conjunction with a socket 24 mm hex. Adjust the spring compressor so that the jaws are positioned directly above the upper spring plate. (See fig. 16)


Fig. 15: Fixing the MacPherson strut/semi-strut in the strut holding clamp

Fig. 16: Jaws are positioned directly above spring plate.

Supporting column assembly

Strut holding clamp

Adjusting wheel

Clamping bars

Upper spring plate

approx. 100 mm

Adjusting wheel

Eccentric lower spring plate

T-handle

MacPherson strut/semi-strut

Limit stop

Lower supporting plate

Supporting column


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6. DANGER

If the spring compressing assembly is set incorrectly, the spring is susceptible to disengaging during the compressing process.

• Compress the spring via the upper spring plate only.

• The jaws must not be positioned on the spring or on the strut mount.

• Never compress the spring directly or via the strut mount.

ATTENTION

If the spring compressing assembly is set incorrectly, the strut mount could be damaged during the mounting process.

Position the jaws on the upper spring plate as shown in fig. 17 "A". Make sure that the spring plate is aligned so that the bore hole is in alignment with the piston rod and that the jaws lie neatly and centrally on the spring plate and do not touch the strut mount on the inside.

7. Place the strut mount on the upper spring plate to check that the spring compressing assembly is adjusted correctly (see fig. 17 "B"). Remove it after checking.

8. To compress the spring, turn the drive nut clockwise as shown in fig. 18 "A" by means of a 1/2" reversible ratchet in conjunction with a socket 24 mm hex.

9. Stop the compressing process as soon as the spring plate is positioned directly above the piston rod. (See fig. 18 "B")

Fig. 17: Positioning the jaws

Placing the strut mount for checking, removing the strut mount

Fig. 18: Compressing the spring

“B“

“A“

Jaws Jaws

“B“

“A“


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10. Check the spring plate alignment. The piston rod must be

aligned with the bore hole in the spring plate. Align / adjust piston rod / spring plate if necessary.

10.1. Align the piston rod forwards / backwards by turning the adjusting screw. (See fig. 19 "A") Aligning / adjusting the piston rod forwards By turning the adjusting screw counterclockwise, the piston rod is aligned forwards. (See fig. 19 "B") Aligning / adjusting the piston rod backwards

By turning the adjusting screw clockwise, the piston rod is aligned backwards. (See fig. 19 "C") Note: If an accurate alignment of the piston rod is not possible, relieve the spring and reposition the jaws as described in point 6.

Fig. 19: Aligning the piston rod forwards / backwards

Aligning the piston rod forwards

Aligning the piston rod backwards

“A“

“B“

“C“

Adjusting screw

Alignment forwards

Alignment backwards

Turn adjusting screw counterclockwise

Turn adjusting screw clockwise


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10.2. Align the piston rod / spring plate to the right / to the left by rotating the clamping head by means of the combination spanner. (See fig. 20 "A") Aligning / adjusting the spring plate to the right (The application example shows the alignment of the spring plate by rotating from the right-hand side position; on the left- hand side position the alignment movements have to be made the other way round.) By turning/pushing the clamping head backwards by means of the combination spanner, the spring plate is aligned to the right. (See fig. 20 "B") Aligning / adjusting the spring plate to the left (The application example shows the alignment of the spring plate by rotating from the right-hand side position; on the left-hand side position the alignment movements have to be made the other way round.) By turning/pulling the clamping head forwards by means of the combination spanner, the spring plate is aligned to the left. (See fig. 20 "C") Note: If an accurate alignment of the piston rod or spring plate is not possible, relieve the spring and reposition the jaws as described in point 6.

Fig. 20: Aligning the spring plate to the right / to the left

Aligning the spring plate to the right

Aligning the spring plate to the left

Twisting to the right / left

left

Combination spanner

right

“A“

“B“

Pushing

“C“

Pulling


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10.3. Align the inclination of the upper spring plate by rotating the jaw by means of the combination spanner. (See fig. 21 "A") Aligning the inclination of the upper spring plate downwards By rotating the jaw downwards by means of the combination spanner, the inclination of the spring plate is aligned downwards. (See fig. 21 "B") Aligning the inclination of the upper spring plate upwards By rotating the jaw upwards by means of the combination spanner, the inclination of the spring plate is aligned upwards. (See fig. 21 "C") Note: If an accurate alignment of the piston rod is not possible, relieve the spring and reposition the jaws as described in point 6.

Fig. 21: Aligning the inclination of the upper spring plate

Aligning the inclination of the upper spring plate downwards

Aligning the inclination of the upper spring plate upwards

“A“

“B“

“C“


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11. DANGER Exceeding the maximum load capacity runs the risk of a failure of the tool and broken parts becoming projectiles.

• Stop the compressing process at the latest when the maximum suggested compressing stage has been reached or before the spring coils touch each other.

To compress the spring, turn the drive nut clockwise by means of a 1/2" reversible ratchet in conjunction with a socket 24 mm hex. Check the alignment of the piston rod and the spring plate during the compression process. Readjust the spring plate if necessary (see point 10) and keep it in position by means of the combination spanner.

Note: If the drive nut comes loose on the spindle, relieve the spring compressor via the auxiliary drive and insert a new clamping pin into the drive nut. (See fig. 23 and chapter 5)

12. ATTENTION

If a spring is compressed via the auxiliary drive, there is a risk that the spindle will be damaged.

• The auxiliary drive may only be used for relieving. It must not be used for compressing!

If necessary, relieve the spring compressor via the auxiliary drive as shown in fig. 23 and insert the new clamping pin into the drive nut. (See chapter 5)

13. Stop the compressing process as soon as the spring plate has reached the spring plate supporting surface on the piston rod. (See fig. 22)

14. Install the strut mount and tighten the piston rod nut, for example by means of tool set KL-0056-1. (See fig. 24)

15. Assemble the MacPherson strut/semi-strut according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Note: Due to the automatic self-locking mechanism of the spring compressing assembly located on the guide tube, you may hear cracking noises during the relieving process.

16. Relieve the spring and remove the MacPherson strut/semi-strut.

Fig. 22: Spring is compressed

Fig. 23: Relieve the spring compressor via the auxiliary drive if necessary

Fig. 24: Installing the strut mount

KL-0056-1

Tightening the piston rod nut

KL-0056-1

Piston rod

Supporting surface

X

X > 0


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5. Inserting the drive nut clamping pin

1. Remove the residue of the old clamping pin so that the bore holes in the drive nut and in the spindle are clear.

2. Lock the spindle via the auxiliary drive and screw the drive nut onto the spindle until the bore holes in the drive nut and in the spindle are in alignment. (fig. 25 "A, B and C")

3. Insert the clamping pin (KL-5501-1114 M) into the bore hole so that it is located flush on both sides in the drive nut. (fig. 25 "D")

6. Care and storage

ATTENTION Petroleum ether and chemical solvents can damage seals. Always clean all parts after their use with a clean cloth.

In order to protect against corrosion, lightly lubricate all metal parts after their use and store them in a clean and dry place.

Fig. 25: Inserting: drive nut clamping pin

“D“

“C“

“A“

“B“

Locking the auxiliary drive

Drive nut

Clamping

Spindle


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7. Accessories

KL-4999-100 Workshop Trolley Technical Data: Weight: ..........................................................................275 lb (125 kg) Dimension Width:................................................ 51.57 inch (1310 mm) Dimension Height: ................................................36.42 inch (925 mm) Dimension Depth: .................................................23.62 inch (600 mm) Worktop Width: ................................................... 47.24 inch (1200 mm) Worktop Height: ........................................................0.98 inch (25 mm) Worktop Depth:.....................................................23.62 inch (600 mm) Drawer (1x) Width:.............................................. 40.75 inch (1035 mm) Drawer (1x) Height:.................................................7.09 inch (180 mm) Drawer (2x) Width:................................................19.29 inch (490 mm) Drawer (2x) Height:.................................................5.31 inch (135 mm) Drawer (4x) Width:................................................19.29 inch (490 mm) Drawer (4x) Height:.................................................7.09 inch (180 mm) Castor with brakes (2x): .................................. Ø 4.92 inch (Ø 125 mm) Fixed roller (2x):.............................................. Ø 4.92 inch (Ø 125 mm)

KL-5501-20 Holding fixture The holding fixture KL-5501-20 makes it possible to attach the stationary spring compressor KL-5501 to a vertical wall.

Technical data: Weight: ........................................................................................ 4.8 kg

KL-5501-161 Adaptor for Mercedes M-Class (German Utility Model) Suitable for Mercedes M-Class (W163) rear axle strut The adapter KL-5501-161 enables rear axle struts to be placed on the lower supporting plate.

8. Maintenance and repair by the KLANN Service Center

For safety reasons, as soon as damage is noticed on the spring compressor, immediate steps must be taken to prevent it from being used. For professional checking and repair, please contact the KLANN Service Center.

Address: KLANN-Spezial-Werkzeugbau-GmbH

Breslauerstr. 41

D-78166 Donaueschingen

Tel.: +49 771 832 2371

E-mail: [email protected]

For additional information concerning the use of our spring compressor, please contact the KLANN Service Center.

Fig. 26: KL-4999-100

Fig. 27: KL-5501-20

Fig. 28: KL-5501-161


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9. Spare parts list No. Part no. Name Qty.

KL-5501 Spring compressor stationary 1 consisting of: KL-5501-11 A Cylinder 1 KL-5501-12 A Strut holding clamp 1 KL-5501-13 A Spring compressing assembly 1 KL-5501-14 A Supporting column assembly 1

74 KL-5501-15 Combination spanner 1 75 KL-0014-0030 Molybdenum disulfide paste 50 g 1 76 KL-5501-151 Mounting screw set 1

No. Part no. Name Qty. KL-5501-11 A Cylinder 1 consisting of:

1 KL-5501-1101 Guide tube 1 2 KL-5501-1102 Driving feature 1 3. KL-5501-1103 Holder 1 4 KL-5501-1104 Washer Ø80 mm 1 5 KL-5501-1105 Hexagon socket screw M16 x 30 1 6 KL-5501-1108 Distance sleeve 1 7 KL-5501-1109 A Bearing housing 1 8 KL-5501-1116 Bolt 1 9 KL-0028-1115 Axial needle roller bearing 1 10 KL-5501-1110 Spindle with screw joint 1 11 KL-5501-1111 Bearing insert 1 12 KL-0027-0011 Thrust bearing 1 13 KL-5501-1112 Pressure ring 1 14 KL-5501-1113 Drive nut 1 15 KL-5501-1114 M Clamping pin Ø6 x 32 mm

pre-assembled 2

No. Part no. Name Qty. KL-5501-12 A Strut Holding clamp 1 consisting of: KL-5501-1222 Plastic clamping jaws with

retaining bolt 1

KL-5501-1223 Adjustable clamping bar 1 16 KL-5501-1201 A Base plate/mounting plate (bottom) 1 17 KL-5501-1202 Guide bar (narrow) 1 18 KL-5501-1203 Guide bar (wide) 1 19 KL-5501-1204 Guiding device for adjusting nut 2 20 KL-5501-1205 Adjusting nut 1 21 KL-5501-1206 A Base plate/mounting plate (top) 1 22 KL-5501-1207 Countersunk bolt M8 x 40 8 31 KL-5501-1218 Clamping pin Ø4 x 12 mm 1 39 KL-5501-1225 Clamping jaw with thread 1 40 KL-5501-1226 Clamping jaw with through bore 1 41 KL-5501-1227 Hexagon socket screw M12 x 80 2 42 KL-0041-3804-3 Hexagon socket screw M10 x 40 4

No. Part no. Name Qty. KL-5501-1222 Plastic clamping jaws with

retaining bolt 1

consisting of: 27 KL-5501-1214 Plastic clamping jaw V-shaped 1 28 KL-5501-1215 Plastic clamping jaw angular 2 29 KL-5501-1216 Retaining bolt 3

No. Part no. Name Qty. KL-5501-1223 Adjustable clamping bar 1 consisting of: KL-5501-1210 A Clamping screw 1

22 KL-5501-1207 Countersunk bolt M8 x 40 1 23 KL-5501-1208 Clamping bar with thread 1 24 KL-5501-1209 Clamping bar with countersinking 1 25 KL-5501-1211 Distance sleeve 1 26 KL-5501-1221 A Hinge bolt with adjusting spindle 1

No. Part no. Name Qty. KL-5501-1210 A Clamping screw 1 consisting of:

32 KL-5501-1210-1 Spindle 230 mm 1 33 KL-5501-1210-2 A Hinge bolt without bore 1 34 KL-5501-1210-3 Base body 1 35 KL-5501-1210-4 Threaded rod 2 36 KL-0286-1102 Ball knob 2 37 KL-5501-1210-5 Threaded sleeve 1 38 KL-5501-1210-6 Pin-type face nut 1

No. Part no. Name Qty. KL-5501-13 A Spring compressing assembly 1 consisting of:

43 KL-5501-1301 A Transverse plate 1 44 KL-5501-1302 Cylindrical pin Ø10 x 20 mm 2 45 KL-5501-1303 A Guide plate 2 46 KL-5501-1304 Jaw 2 47 KL-5501-1306 Slide block 2 48 KL-5501-1307 Special hex bolt 2 49 KL-5501-1308 Hexagon limit stop 2 50 KL-5501-1309 Hexagon socket screw M8 x 25 2

No. Part no. Name Qty. KL-5501-14 A Supporting column assembly 1 consisting of: KL-5501-141 A Boom with supporting spindle 1

30 KL-5501-1217 Hexagon socket screw M8 x 50 4 51 KL-5501-1401 Guide tube 1 52 KL-0255-0012 Hexagon socket screw M8 x 20 1

No. Part no. Name Qty. KL-5501-141 A Boom with supporting spindle 1 consisting of:

53 KL-5501-1411 A Boom without supporting spindle 1 54 KL-5501-1412 M Locking pin with ball 1 55 KL-5501-1413 Chain with S-hook 1 56 KL-0500-4035 Hexagon nut M6 2 57 KL-0286-9007 Hexagon socket screw M6 x 14 2 58 KL-5501-1415 Shoulder nut 1 59 KL-5501-1416 Runner plate Ø42x25x3 mm 3 60 KL-5501-1417 Retaining ring A25 1 61 KL-5501-1418 Slider 1 62 KL-5501-1419 Insert 1 63 KL-5501-1420 Set-screw M8 x 12 1 64 KL-5501-1421 A Spindle 1 65 KL-0206-1003 Clamping pin Ø8 x 36 1 66 KL-5501-1423 Supporting spindle Tr18x4 with

threaded ring 1

67 KL-5501-1424 T-handle 1 68 KL-5501-1425 Supporting plate 1 69 KL-5501-1426 Limit stop 1 70 KL-0255-0056 Hexagon socket screw M10 x 16 1 71 KL-5501-1428 Retaining ring I42 1 72 KL-5501-1429 Plastic rest 1 73 KL-9055-1005 Countersunk bolt M8 x 20 1

10.Environmentally safe disposal

The spring compressor and the packaging material must be disposed of in compliance with the legal rules in force.


Instruction manual

Spare parts overview

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© 2010 KLANN-Spezial-Werkzeugbau-GmbH, Germany

Vorschriften und Hinweise • Arbeiten an Fahrzeugen nur durch Fachpersonal unter Beachtung

der Hinweise, Vorschriften und Sicherheitsvorschriften des Fahrzeugherstellers durchführen!

• Für alle Arbeiten am Fahrzeug gelten nur die vom Fahrzeug-hersteller vorgegebenen Daten.

• Alle angegebenen fahrzeugspezifischen Daten erfolgen unter Vorbehalt.

• Vor Inbetriebnahme durch Sichtprüfung überzeugen, dass das Werkzeug keine Beschädigung aufweist.

Folgende Punkte sind unbedingt zu beachten: ��Vor Arbeitsbeginn Produkt-Information komplett durchlesen und

verstehen. ��Niemals mit einem Hammer auf das Werkzeug schlagen. ��Werkzeug stets sauber halten. Als Schmiermittel für Spindeln und

Gewinde ausschließlich Molybdändisulfid Paste KL-0014-0030 verwenden.

��Generell dürfen nur KLANN Original-Ersatzteile verwendet werden.

Warnings and Notes • Any work on vehicles should only be performed by qualified

personnel observing and complying with the directions, provisions, and safety regulations issued by the vehicle manufacturer.

• Only the vehicle manufacturer’s data apply to all work done on the vehicle.

• All specific vehicle data stated herein are supplied without commitment.

• Before putting the tool into operation, visually check that it is not damaged.

It is imperative to observe the following points: ��Before starting work, read the Product Information carefully and

make sure you have understood it correctly. ��Never strike the tool with a hammer! ��Always keep the tool clean. To lubricate spindles and threads use

only Molybdenum Disulphide Paste KL-0014-0030. ��Only KLANN original spare parts are recommended.

Prescriptions et remarques • Toutes interventions sur les véhicules doivent impérativement être

effectuées par du personnel qualifié, tout en respectant les recommandations, prescriptions et consignes de sécurité du constructeur du véhicule

• Pour tous les travaux réalisés sur le véhicule, seules les données indiquées par le constructeur du véhicule sont valables.

• Toutes les caractéristiques mentionnées spécifiques aux véhicules sont données sous réserve.

• Avant la mise en service, contrôler visuellement que l’outil ne présente pas d’endommagement.

Les points suivants sont impérativement à respecter:

��Avant de démarrer les travaux, lisez entièrement l’information produit et assurez-vous de l’avoir bien comprise.

��Ne frappez jamais l’outil avec un marteau ! ��Maintenez l’outil toujours dans un état de propreté. Graissez les

tiges et les filetages exclusivement avec de la pâte de bisulfure de molybdène KL-0014-0030.

��Généralement, vous ne devez utiliser que des pièces de rechange originales KLANN.

Produkt-Information komplett durchlesen und verstehen.

Pflege und Reinigung.

Carefully read the Product Information and make sure you have understood it correctly.

Care and cleaning.

Lisez entièrement l’information produit et assurez-vous de l’avoir bien comprise.

Entretien et nettoyage.

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