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OPERATION
Lifting
NOTICE Only attachments and/or adapters
supplied by the manufacturer shall be used. Lift only
on area of the vehicle as specified by the vehicle
manufacturer.
1. Follow the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended
guidelines for lifting. Engage the emergency brake
and chock each unlifted wheel in both directions to
prevent inadvertent vehicle movement.
2. Close the release valve by turning the handle clockwise
until firm resistance is felt.
3. Refer to the vehicle manufacturer owner’s manual to
locate approved lifting points on the vehicle. Center
jack saddle under lift point.
4. Verify lift point, then pump handle to contact lift point.
To lift, pump handle until load reaches desired height.
Never
use foot pedal to raise loads.
5. Transfer the load
immediately
to appropriately rated
jack stands.
WARNING
use hydraulic jack as a stand alone
device!
ALWAYS
transfer the lifted load
IMMEDIATELY
to a pair of appropriately rated jack
stands. Use one pair of jack stands per vehicle. Rated
capacity is per pair only! Do not exceed rated capacity.
Lowering
NOTICE Be sure all tools and personnel are clear
before owering load.
Slowly open the release valve!
The more you turn the handle counter-clockwise, the
faster the load will come down.
Maintain control
of
the rate of speed at which the load lowers at all times!
1. Raise load high enough to clear the jack stands.
2. Remove jack stands carefully. (
always
used in pairs).
3.
Slowly
turn the handle counter-clockwise, but no
more than 1/2 a turn. If the load fails to lower:
a. Use another jack to raise the vehicle high enough
to reinstall jack stands.
b. Remove the malfunctioning jack and then the jack
stands.
c. Using the functioning jack to lower the vehicle.
4. After removing jack from under the vehicle, fully
lower the saddle to reduce ram exposure to rust and
contamination.
MAINTENANCE
Important:
Use
ONLY
premium grade hydraulic jack
oil. Avoid mixing different types of fluid and
Never
use
brake fluid, turbine oil, transmission fluid, m
otor oil or
glycerin. Improper fluid can cause failure of the jack and
the potential for sudden and immediate loss of load.
Adding oil
1. With saddle fully lowered set jack in its upright, level
position. Locate and remove oil filler screw.
2.
Fill with oil until ~3/16" above the inner cylinder as
seen from the oil filler hole. Reinstall the oil filler
screw.
Changing oil
For best performance, replace the complete fluid supply
at least once per year.
1. With saddle fully lowered, remove oil filler plug.
2. Lay the jack on its side and drain the fluid into a
suitable container.
Note:
Dispose of hydraulic fluid in accordance with
local regulations.
3. Fill with oil until ~3/16" above the inner cylinder as
seen from the oil filler hole. Reinstall oil filler screw.
4. Perform bleeding/venting trapped air procedure.
Lubrication
A periodic coating of light lubricating oil to pivot points,
axles and hinges will help to prevent rust and assure that
wheels, casters and pump assemblies move freely.
Cleaning
Periodically check the pump piston and ram for signs
of rust or corrosion. Clean as needed and wipe with
an oily cloth.
Note:
Never use sandpaper or abrasive material on
these surfaces!
Storage
When not in use, store the jack with saddle fully lowered.
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