Your Performance Tool hydraulic jack was constructed of quality materials and
workmanship and will give you many years of trouble free use when cared for as
described in the "Care & Maintenance" section on page 3. However, as with any
mechanical device, periodic adjustments are necessary to maintain a peak level
of performance. Should your jack be displaying any of the following symptoms,
the simple procedures shown below will correct the problem.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Will not lift load
Will not hold load
Will not lift to full height
Pump feels "spongy" under load
Handle raises under load
Handle lowers under load
Valves may not
be closing
completely.
To seat valves:
a.) Close
release valve.
b.) With jack in
fully lowered
position,
manually raise
lifting arm as
high as
possible.
c.) Open release
valve and
allow jack
to descend
to lowered
position.
Power unit may
be low on fluid.
With jack on level
surface and in
down position,
remove filler plug
and add clean
hydraulic jack
fluid to level of
filler hole.
Power unit may
be airbound.
Open the release
valve a minimum
of 2 full turns.
Pump the handle
a minimum of 20
full strokes to
purge air from
the system.
NOTE:
WARNING - Remove jack from service before making adjustments
Problems listed above with more than one solution may have a combination of causes.
Please be sure that all solutions listed for each problem have been checked to eliminate
possibility of further trouble. Sometimes solutions may need to be repeated for best results.
WARNING!
Carefully and thoroughly read through the entire owner’s manual before
operating this floor jack. Keep this manual with other important records
for safety instructions, operating procedures and warranty information.
After unpacking your new aluminum floor jack, inspect all of the components
for any damage that may have occurred during transit. Do not operate this
floor jack if any damage has occurred during shipping and handling. All
damaged parts must be repaired or replaced prior to operating the jack.
DO NOT remove any labels from this tool.
Failure to follow all warning instructions and labels may result in personal
injury or property damage.
WARNING!
Always stay alert while operating any tool or piece of equipment. Watch what
you are doing and use common sense when operating equipment and tools.
Operating any tool or piece of equipment under the influence of drugs, alcohol,
or medication can cause personal injury to yourself and others.
Always keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
Always keep children away from work areas.
DO NOT overload this equipment. Know the weight of the item being lifted.
Attempting to lift a load exceeding the maximum weight capacity can cause
the jack to fail leading to property and/or serious personal injury.
DO NOT work under the vehicle being lifted by the jack.
Use the jack for lifting only. DO NOT use this equipment for any other purpose.
Immediately after lifting the load, support the load with appropriate supporting
equipment.
Place Jack correctly. Only use this equipment on a surface that is stable, level,
clean, dry and capable of sustaining the load.
Stabilize the load being lifted. Ensure that the load remains stable at all times.
Do not move the load while on the jack. Lift dead loads only.
When lifting a vehicle, apply the vehicles emergency brake, and block all
wheels.
Center the load on the jack saddle. Off center loads can damage the seals,
causing jack failure.
SPECIFICATIONS
Capacity: .....................
3,000 lbs.
Low Height:.......................
3-5/8"
Max. Height: ....................
17-1/2"
Lift Range:.......................
13-7/8"
Weight: .........................
36.65 lbs.
Overall Dimensions:
Length.....................................
25"
Width ................................
11-1/2"
Height .................................
9-1/4"
2 pc Knurled Handle: .....
47-3/4"
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
