MTN5555
05/05/11
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SETUP
PLEASE REFER TO THE EXPLODED VIEW DRAWING IN THIS
MANUAL IN ORDER TO IDENTIFY PARTS.
1 . Refer to the exploded view drawing on page 5 to identify jack
components .
2 . The #3-7 and 3-13 brackets must be installed on the #3-8 saddle
plate with the #3-6 bolts, #3-9 washers and #3-10 wing nuts as
shown in the exploded view drawing .
3 . The #3-4 chains must be attached to the #3-7 brackets as shown in
the exploded view drawing and secured to the brackets with the
#3-1 bolts, #3-2 washers, #3-3 lock washers and #3-5 nuts provided .
4 . Assemble the #3-16 chain hooks to the #3-15 adaptor bolts with the
#3-14 wing nuts as shown in the drawing .
5 . Secure the #3-15 adaptor bolts to the two remaining #3-13 brackets
using the #3-12 washers and #3-11 nuts .
6 . Air may get trapped in the hydraulic system during freight
and handling .
TO PURGE AIR FROM THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
a . Rotate the release knob at the top of the hydraulic block in a
clockwise direction until tight . Now turn it in a counterclockwise
direction two full turns .
b . Activate the hand pump #1-45 about 15 times .
c . Rotate the release knob at the top of the hydraulic block in a
clockwise direction until tight .
d . Activate the hand pump until the lift arm is raised to maximum
height . You should experience a full pump stroke with each
incremental pump .
e . If it does not feel you are getting a full incremental pump stroke
at anytime during the pumping operation, repeat steps "a"
through "d" until all air is purged from the system .
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This is the safety alert symbol used for the OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS section of this manual to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards . Obey all instructions to
avoid possible injury or death .
1 . Lift the vehicle to the desired work height, and support the vehicle
in accordance with the lift manufacturer's recommended lifting and
support procedures .
2 . Position the transmission jack directly under the transmission . Turn
the release valve knob all the way in a clockwise direction until it
stops . Pump the handle, and the saddle assembly will start to rise .
Raise the saddle to a height very close to the center of balance point
of the transmission, but do not touch the transmission .
3 . Loosen the four bolts that secure the four brackets to the saddle .
The brackets can be adjusted in and out to help position the
transmission on the saddle . Now gently raise the saddle so it
supports the transmission . Adjust the four brackets in position
against the transmission, and tighten the wing nuts that secure the
brackets to the saddle . Fore and aft saddle tilt adjustments are
sometimes necessary to properly position the transmission on the
saddle . Side to side tilt positioning may be necessary for the same
reason and can be accomplished by activating the side to side tilt
knob .
4 . The chains should be pulled over the center of balance portion of
the transmission and secured on the chain hooks . Rotate the
#3-10 wing nuts to take up the slack in the chain and secure the
transmission to the saddle .
Operating Instructions • Preventative Maintenance
5 . Remove the transmission from the engine according to instructions
in the vehicle service manual .
6 . Once the transmission has been disconnected from the engine, very
slowly turn the jack's release knob in a counterclockwise direction
to make sure the jack's saddle and transmission do not hang up on
any undertruck components, wiring, fuel lines, etc . Continue to
lower the jack all the way down .
7 . Remember to secure the transmission to the saddle before
installing, and follow the vehicle manufacturer's installation
instructions .
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
This is the safety alert symbol used for the PREVENTATIVE
MAINTENANCE section of this manual to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards . Obey all instructions to
avoid possible injury or death .
1 . Always store the jack in a well protected area where it will not be
exposed to inclement weather, corrosive vapors, abrasive dust, or
any other harmful elements . The jack must be cleaned of water,
snow, sand or grit before using .
2 . The jack must be lubricated periodically in order to prevent
premature wearing of parts . A general purpose grease must be
applied to all zerk grease fittings, caster wheels, elevator arm,
handle base pivot bolts, release mechanism and all other bearing
surfaces .
IMPORTANT:
any jack found to be defective as a result of worn parts
due to insufficient or lack of lubrication is not eligible for warranty
consideration .
3 . It should not be necessary to refill or top off the reservoir with
hydraulic fluid unless there is an external leak . An external leak
requires immediate repair which must be performed in a dirt-free
environment by qualified hydraulic repair personnel who are
familiar with this equipment .
IMPORTANT:
In order to prevent seal damage and jack failure, never
use alcohol, hydraulic brake fluid or transmission oil in the jack . Use
Chevron Hydraulic Oil AW ISO 32 or its equivalent Unocal Unax AW150 .
4 . Every jack owner is responsible for keeping the jack labels clean and
readable . Use a mild soap solution to wash external surfaces of the
jack but not any moving hydraulic components . If product labels
are lost or not legible, contact an authorized Mountain repair center
for replacements .
5 . Inspect the jack before each use . Do not use the jack if any
component is cracked, broken, bent, shows sign of damage or leaks
hydraulic fluid . Do not use the jack if it has loose or missing
hardware or components, or is modified in any way . Take corrective
action before using the jack again .
6 . Do not attempt to make any hydraulic repairs unless you are a
qualified hydraulic repair person that is familiar with this equipment .
Repairs must be performed by an authorized service center .
