SEALEY SAR01 RESHAPING TOOL WHEEL ARCH User Manual
MODEL NO: SAR01
User Manual
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 & CAUTIONS. USE THE PRODUCT IS CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
SAFETY
- WARNING! Ensure Health & Safety, local authority, and general workshop practice regulations are adhered to when using this equipment.
√ This tool is to be used for wheel arch collision repair or to increase wheel arch clearance. DO NOT use it for any other purpose it is not designed to perform.
√ Keep children and unauthorized persons away from the work area.
√ Remove loose clothing. Remove ties, watches, rings, and other loose jewelry and contain long hair.
√ Always wear approved safety goggles when operating this tool.
√ Keep proper balance and footing, DO NOT overreach, and wear nonslip shoes.
√ Only use this tool on a surface that is stable level and smooth, which is capable of withstanding the load. Keep the work area clean and tidy, free from unrelated materials and ensure there is adequate lighting.
√ Inspect the tool before each use. DO NOT use if bent, broken or cracked, or otherwise damaged.
× DO NOT operate this tool when tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any intoxicating medication.
× DO NOT allow untrained persons to operate this tool and DO NOT make any modifications to the tool.
× DO NOT expose to rain or snow.
√ Use a qualified person to maintain the tool in good condition. Keep it clean for the best and safest performance.
√ If the tool needs repairing and/or if there are any parts that need replacing, have it repaired by authorized technicians and use only replacement parts supplied by the manufacturer.
- WARNING! The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense and caution are factors that can not be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator.
INTRODUCTION
Reshaping tool designed for repairing wheel arch collision damage or for increasing tire to wing clearance by flaring wheel arches. The fully adjustable telescopic arm allows a 180-degree wheel swivel. Elongated holes on the hub adaptor plate suitable for vehicles with various four & five stud/bolt patterns. Bolts directly to the hub assembly. The attached hitch pin allows for a change in angle.
OPERATION
3.1. Place the vehicle on a lift or jack up and support the weight of the car safely with adequately rated supports.
3.2. Remove wheel arch liner.
3.3. Clean all areas where the tool will touch the bodywork.
3.4. Fit tool to wheel fixings. If the vehicle has tapered nuts/bolts use the tapered fixings supplied. Check fixings are tight.
3.5. Sweep tool across the working area to test access.
Note: If the inner wheel arch is bonded to the outer wheel arch it will be more difficult to reshape.
3.6. Adjust the tool to the wheel arch. Move the tool back and forth whilst winding in the t bar, which pushes the tool against the panel.
3.7. WHEEL ARCH LIP RESHAPING
3.7.1. Heat area to be reshaped in order to prevent paint cracking.
3.7.2. Use the tool to push the wheel arch lip whilst maintaining heat in the panel and lip.
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories, and packaging should be sorted, taken to a recycling center, and disposed of in a manner that is compatible with the environment. When the product becomes completely unserviceable and requires disposal, drain any fluids (if applicable) into approved containers and dispose of the product and fluids according to local regulations.
Note: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications, and components parts without prior notice.
Important: No Liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
Warranty: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which is required for any claim.
Sealey Group, Kempson Way, Suffolk Business Park, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP32 7AR
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