SEALEY AK6691 Ratchet Repair Kits Instruction Manual
- June 1, 2024
- SEALEY
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SEALEY AK6691 Ratchet Repair Kits
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
The Sealey Ratchet Repair Kit that has been supplied to you will be one of the following three types:
Gear to Gear
Lever Change
Round Head
The head can be opened up to access the ratchet mechanism either by releasing the circlip using a pair of internal circlip pliers (fig.1) or removing the securing screws (figs. 2,3 & 4).
This will reveal:
- Remove original components, noting carefully the order in which they were removed.
- Clean inside the ratchet head to remove any dirt or swarf and replace the components with the contents of the repair kit, ensuring that the original order is repeated.
- Please note that the ratchet pawls in the Lever Change kit are marked ‘L’ and ‘R’ and should be replaced in the same position as the originals.
- Then rebuilding the Gear to Gear head, it may be useful to employ a pair of tweezers to hold the ball in place between the spring and pawl.
- With all internal components in place apply a small amount of grease, close the head back up and resecure.
Specifications:
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Product Name: Ratchet Repair Kits
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Types: Gear to Gear, Lever Change, Round Head
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Manufacturer: Sealey
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Manufacturer Address: Kempson Way, Suffolk Business Park, Bury
St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 7AR -
Manufacturer Contact: 01284 757500, [email protected], www.sealey.co.uk
Product Usage Instructions
Accessing the Ratchet Mechanism:
The head of the ratchet can be opened by either releasing the circlip using internal circlip pliers or removing the securing screws.
Gear to Gear:
For Gear to Gear type, follow fig.1 for accessing the mechanism.
Lever Change:
For Lever Change type, follow figs. 2, 3 & 4 to access the mechanism. Note the markings ‘L’ and ‘R’ on the ratchet pawls.
Round Head:
For Round Head type, follow the appropriate procedure to access the ratchet mechanism.
Repair Process:
- Remove original components, noting their order.
- Clean inside the ratchet head to remove dirt or swarf.
- Replace components with those from the repair kit, maintaining the original order.
- Ensure correct positioning of ratchet pawls (if applicable).
- Use tweezers if needed for assembly.
- Apply a small amount of grease to internal components.
- Close the head and secure it back in place.
Environmental Protection:
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. Sort tools, accessories, and packaging for recycling at a compatible center.
Environmental Protection.
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted, taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment.
Sole UK Distributor, Sealey Group,
Kempson Way, Suffolk Business Park, Bury St.
Edmunds, Suffolk,IP32 7AR
01284 757500
01284 703534
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: How do I know which type of Ratchet Repair Kit I have?
A: Check the markings on the kit or refer to the user manual for identification.
Q: Can I use any type of grease for lubrication?
A: It is recommended to use a high-quality grease suitable for mechanical applications to ensure proper functioning.
Q: What should I do if I encounter difficulties during the repair
process?
A: Refer to the user manual for troubleshooting tips or contact Sealey Group for assistance.