Torin BIG RED TZ830009, Owner'S Manual

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SYSTEM AIR PURGE PROCEDURE
1. Remove cover plate.
2. Turn release valve counter-clockwise on full turn
to the open position.
3. Rapidly pump the handle 6-8 times. Leave handle
in down position to expose oil fill plug.
4. With a flat blade screwdriver, push the oil fill plug
slightly to the side to purge trapped air from
system. (Use caution not to tear or puncture the
oil plug.)
5. Replace Cover Plate.
6. Turn release valve clockwise to the closed
position.
7. Jack is now ready for use. Check for proper pump
action. (Repeat steps if neccessary).
BEFORE USE
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
the saddle is centered and also has full contact
with the lifting point.
8. Pump handle to lift until saddle contacts 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.
RAISING THE JACK
OPERATION
CAUTION: NEVER WIRE, CLAMP OR
OTHERWISE DISABLE THE LIFT CONTROL
VALVE TO FUCTION BY ANY MEANS
OTHER THAN BY USING THE OPERATOR'S
HAND. USE THE HANDLE PROVIDED WITH
THIS PRODUCT OR AN AUTHORIZED
REPLACEMENT HANDLE TO ENSURE
PROPER RELEASE VALVE OPERATION. DO
NOT USE EXTENSIONS ON THE OPERATING
HANDLE.
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.
LOWERING THE JACK
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
HEAD THESE WARNINGS COULD CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
IMPORTANT: BEFORE FIRST USE
Perform the following System Air Purge Procedure to
remove any air that may have been introduced into
the hydraulic system as a result of product shipment
and handling. This step is to be completed without
any weight on the jack.
1. Before using this product, read the owner's
manual completely and familiarize yourself
thoroughly with the product and the hazards
associated with its improper use.
2. Perform the air purge procedure. (See System Air
Purge Procedure.)
3. Check and that the pump operates smoothly
before putting into service.
4. Inspect before each use. Do not use if bent,
broken or cracked components are noted.