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SKU 98178

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Spring between the Pin and the Bolt 

at the base of the Pump. 
Insert the Foot Pedal (18) into the 

3. 

Bracket that is part of the Ram As-

sembly and secure it with Bolt (16).
Insert the T-Handle (13) into the 

4. 

socket on the Brace Frame (12). Fix 

in place using the Locking Pin (14). 

Before first use

Pour 5 drops of good quality pneu-

matic oil lubricant into the Air Supply 

Inlet of the Control Valve (24). Con-

nect the air supply and operate for 3 

seconds to distribute the lubricant.

purging air from the hydraulic system:

For Manual Operation

1. 

:

 

Press and hold the Release Pedal 

(19) then pump the Foot Pedal (18) 

15 to 20 times.
For Air Operation

2. 

Connect the Air Supply Inlet of the 

Control Valve (24) to the air supply 

hose. Fully press the Release Pedal 

(19), then turn on the Control Valve 

(24)  and let the Pump work for 30 

seconds to eliminate any air in the 

hydraulic system.
Test the Lift without a load by rais-

3. 

ing and lowering it. Lower it slowly 

by pressing the Release Pedal (19) 

slowly. If the lift operates properly you 

have completed this process. If the 

Lift does raise or lower smoothly and 

controllably, repeat the purging pro-

cess.

Adding hydraulic fluid to the Air Ram:

Remove the Oil Plug (30a) by gently 

1. 

lifting it out using a flat-head screw 

driver. 

Fill new hydraulic fluid through the 

2. 

hole, replace the Oil Plug (30a). 
Purge air from the hydraulic system. 

3. 

See Instructions above.

rev 08j

Summary of Contents for 98178

Page 1: ...result in serious injury Save this manual Copyright 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form wi...

Page 2: ...ided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION used with the safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE is used to a...

Page 3: ...ar hearing protection when using the tool Prolonged expo sure to high intensity noise is able to cause hearing loss Risk of Electric Shock This tool h is not provided with an insulated gripping surfac...

Page 4: ...tool may cause bursting abnormal operation breakage of the tool or serious injury to persons Use only clean dry regulated compressed air at the rated pressure or within the rated pressure range as ma...

Page 5: ...d Do not leave Lift unattended during 8 use Use this tool with both hands only 9 Using tools with only one hand can result in loss of control Do not leave any load on the Lift for 10 an extended perio...

Page 6: ...e Basic Lift Assembly Air Hydraulic Pump Foot Pedal Hardware Kit Owner s Manual NOTE This air tool may be shipped with a protective plug covering the air inlet Remove this plug before set up Air Suppl...

Page 7: ...output is enough to properly power the tool but the output will not exceed the tool s maximum air pressure 125 PSI at any time Adjust the pres sure gradually while checking the air output gauge to set...

Page 8: ...e Pedal 19 then pump the Foot Pedal 18 15 to 20 times For Air Operation 2 Connect the Air Supply Inlet of the Control Valve 24 to the air supply hose Fully press the Release Pedal 19 then turn on the...

Page 9: ...Lock Support 2 in Unlocked Position Safety Lock Bar 11 Lock Support 2 in Locked Position Control Valve 24 with Handle in Open Position T Handle 13 Saddle Platform 7 Air Hose and Control Valve 24 Foot...

Page 10: ...able area as discussed above Press the Release Pedal 19 to fully 7 lower the lift Use the T Handle 13 to position the 8 Lift under the load Connect the air supply hose to the Air 9 Inlet Fitting of th...

Page 11: ...load to come down quickly or suddenly With the load fully lowered remove 18 the Straps not included Check to be sure the load remains stable Roll the lift away from the item 19 To prevent accidents d...

Page 12: ...ic tool oil Other lubricants may damage the mechanism and may be highly flammable causing an explosion Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication Note These procedures are in addition to the regular checks...

Page 13: ...Lubricate using air tool oil and 3 grease according to directions Make sure connections are 4 properly assembled and tight Have qualified technician examine 5 and repair if necessary Have qualified t...

Page 14: ...ve an a suffix and are listed on page 15 Item Description QTY 1 Caster Assembly 2 2 Lock Support 2 3 Stops 2 4 Front Wheels 2 5 Frame Base Assembly 1 6 Lifting Arm Assembly 1 7 Saddle Platform 2 8 Rub...

Page 15: ...arts list is for the Air Ram and Pump Assembly Please refer to Assembly diagram on following page 16 PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY The manufacturer and or distributor has provided the parts list...

Page 16: ...ll 1 800 444 3353 Air Ram and Pump Assembly Diagram Note All parts for the Air Ram and Pump Assembly have an a suffix such as 19a Do not confuse these part numbers with the part numbers for the Lift T...

Page 17: ...or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not ap...

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