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Operation
Raising the jack
1. Block the vehicle’s wheels for lifting stability. Secure the load to prevent inadvertent shifting and movement.
2. Position the jack near desired lift point.
3. Set the Parking Brake in the vehicle.
4. Refer to the vehicle manufacturer owner’s manual to locate approved lifting points on the vehicle. Position
the jack so that the saddle is centered and will contact the load lifting point firmly.
5. Assemble the handle; ensure to align with slots.
6. Close the release valve by turning it clockwise until it is firmly closed.
7. Before raising the vehicle, double-check and verify that the saddle is centered and also has full contact with
the lifting point.
8. Pump the handle to lift until the saddle contacts the load. Continue to pump the jack handle to lift the vehicle
to the desired height. After lifting, support the load with appropriately rated vehicle support stands before
working on the vehicle.
WARNING: NEVER WIRE, CLAMP OR OTHERWISE DISABLE THE LIFT CONTROL VALVE TO FUNCTION BY ANY
MEANS OTHER THAN BY HAND. USE THE HANDLE PROVIDED WITH THIS PRODUCT OR AN AUTHORIZED RE-
PLACEMENT HANDLE TO ENSURE PROPER RELEASE VALVE OPERATION. DO NOT USE EXTENSIONS ON THE
OPERATING HANDLE.
Lowering the jack
1. Raise load high enough to allow clearance for the jack stands to be removed, then carefully remove jack
stands.
2. Remove support stands.
3. Grasp the handle firmly with both hands. Securely hold on to the jack handle so your hands do not slip and
ensure the release valve does not rapidly lower.
4. Carefully open the Release Valve by slowly turning the handle counter-clockwise. (Do not allow bystanders
around the jack or under the load when lowering the jack.)
5. After removing jack from under the load, keep jack in the lowered position to reduce exposure to rust and
contamination.
WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN LOWERING THE JACK. THE JACK HANDLE MAY TURN RAPIDLY.
OPENING THE RELEASE VALVE TOO FAST CAN CAUSE THE JACK TO LOWER RAPIDLY. FAILURE TO HEED
THESE WARNINGS COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Maintenance instructions
If you use and maintain your equipment properly, it will give you many years of service. Follow the maintenance
instructions carefully to keep your equipment in good working condition. Never perform any maintenance on
the equipment while it is under a load.
Inspection
You should inspect the product for damage, wear, broken or missing parts (e.g.: pins) and that all components
function before each use. Follow lubrication and storage instructions for optimum product performance.
Binding
If the product binds while under a load, use equipment with equal or a larger load capacity to lower the load
safely to the ground. After unbinding; clean, lubricate and test that equipment is working properly. Rusty
components, dirt, or worn parts can be causes of binding. Clean and lubricate the equipment as indicated in
the lubrication section. Test the equipment by lifting without a load. If the binding continues, contact Customer
Service.
Cleaning
If the moving parts of the equipment are obstructed, use cleaning solvent or another good degreaser to clean
the equipment. Remove any existing rust, with a penetrating lubricant.
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Original operating instruction - 2.5 ton aluminium steel service jack
