Black Widow BW-0101, Owner'S Manual & Safety Instructions

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Troubleshooting
TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy: Use caution when troubleshooting a malfunctioning lift.
Stay well clear of the supported load. completely resolve all problems before use.
If the solutions presented in the Troubleshooting guide do not solve the problem, have a qualified technician
inspect and repair the Lift before use. After the Lift is repaired: Test it carefully without a load by raising it
and lowering it fully, checking for proper operation, bEFORE RETURNING THE LIFT TO OpERATION.
DO NOT USE A DAMAGED OR MALFUNcTIONING LIFT!
pOSSIbLE SyMpTOMS
pRObAbLE SOLUTION
(Make certain that the lift is not supporting
a load while attempting a solution.)
Unit will
not lift at
its weight
capacity
Saddle
lowers
under
load
Pump
stroke
feels
spongy
Saddle
will not
lift all the
way
Handle
moves up
when jack
is under
load
Fluid
leaking
from filler
plug
X X
Check that Release Pedal is not
stuck and raises completely.
X X X
Valves may be blocked and may not close fully.
To flush the valves, with assistance:
1. Lower the Lifting Frame and
release the Release Pedal.
2. Manually lift the Lifting Frame several inches.
3. Press the Release Pedal and force
the Lifting Frame down quickly.
X X X
Jack may be low on fluid. Check the fluid level and
refill if needed.
Jack may require bleeding – see page 7.
X
Unit may have too much hydraulic fluid inside.
Check fluid level and adjust if needed.