Dent Fix Equipment DF-900DX Deluxe ALUSPOT Aluminum Repair Station
The most complete aluminum repair station “from a name you know and trust” is FORD APPROVED!
” I mean it is very simple to use, its not Rocket Science. I am repairing aluminum panels that I would have just thrown away. “
Andrew Foote, 20 year shop owner and auto body technician
The idea here is that you have everything you need for aluminum repair, within easy reach in a self-contained system. The tools lock away so they do not wander the shop and become contaminated with steel particles.
As you probably know aluminum panel repair is a different process than that for steel panels. Aluminum is a softer material it stretches easily. That is why it is alloyed with magnesium or silicon in cosmetic panels. We include two different alloys of stud pin for bonding with the various panels.
Aluminum is also work hardened; meaning when it is stamped into shape it becomes stronger. When the panel is bent in a collision it becomes stronger still. Flex it too much and it breaks or cracks.
Sometimes in order to relieve this over-hardening and be able to pull the damaged area needs to be heated the allow the metal to release. The panel must always be heated to about 400 degrees while under pull in order for the panel to set in new position. Hence the inclusion of an infrared thermometer and digital temperature set heat gun to heat the panel. A self-locking squeeze puller makes it easier to pull and heat at the same time. This squeeze puller can pull on one or several pins. For heavier pulls a leverage puller and for lighter finesse pulls a single pin hand puller are included.
Put steel particles into the aluminum panel and you will start the electrolytic process of galvanic corrosion. The aluminum will corrode around the steel contamination ruining the paint on your finished jobs. In order to avoid this a separate set of working tools must be maintained. That is why we have included a separate set of hammers, dollies, and nylon shaping tools, body file, and an Air drive for 3M Roloc discs. Again the tools lock away in the rolling tool station, also included.
Aluminum forms a thin coating of aluminum oxide after being exposed to the air in a little as an hour. This oxidization has a much higher melting temperature than the original aluminum material. We have included a stainless steel brush for last minute cleaning.
The capacitor discharge welder is 110 volt powered. Re-charge time for the capacitors is less than 3 seconds. The ground is on the weld gun itself. This leads to a more successful weld due to the close location. The fact that we have two ground points on either side of the weld gun also leads to a more successful weld rate. And of course when working on a roof or the middle of a hood having to attach separate ground leads can cause extra and unnecessary refinish time.
WARRANTY POLICY
Used Product Warranty Claims: A product is considered used when it has been used for more than 1 week and is no longer re-sellable. All used product warranty claims are to be returned to Dent Fix freight pre-paid. All used product will be repaired or replaced and returned to you via regular freight pre-paid. Expedited return shipments are sent freight collect. Whether to repair or replace is at our sole discretion.
Air Tools: All our air tools carry a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects. Customer abuse, such as a lack of proper maintenance, and the damage caused therein is not covered under warranty.
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Consumable: Any item that by its nature or design that wears, gets used up or is permanently changed by its usage is considered a consumable item. Drill bits are a consumable item and as such carry no warranties expressed or implied. There are several procedures the user can implement in order to extend drill bit life, but ultimately the drill bit will break or dull. It is up to the technician to ensure proper usage.
Items with Specific Warranties:
DF-1 Stud Welder: Lifetime – Chuck of slide hammer & Transformer. 5 year – Trigger switch.
DF-505 “The Maxi”: 5 years on internal components.
DF-601 Surge Protector: Lifetime – return for replacement if red L.E.D. does not light.
DF-900W Aluspot Stud Welder: 5 Years - Internal components.
DF-SPR67 Self-Piercing Riveter: 1 Year - Internal components.
DF-EZN1 & DF-EZN1G EZ Nitrogen Welders - 5 Years - Internal components.
Other warranties may apply, please check your product sheet for more information. This warranty does not apply where: repairs have been made or attempted without the assistance of or by an authorized Dent Fix Repair Center; repairs are required because of normal wear and tear; the tool has been abused or misused or improperly maintained; alterations have been made to the tool.
In no event shall DENT FIX be liable for any indirect, incidental or consequential damages from the sale or use of the product. This disclaimer applies to both during and after the term of the warranty.
DENT FIX disclaims liability for any implied warranties, including implied warranties of “merchantability” and “fitness for a specific purpose”, after the term of this warranty.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
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