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Installation Instructions for 79009 
Bottle Jack 

20 Ton 
 

Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with 
this product before you begin using it. 
This machine is designed for certain applications only. The distributor cannot be responsible for issues arising from 
modification. We strongly recommend this machine not be modified and/or used for any application other than that for 
which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you 
have first contacted the distributor to determine if it can or should be performed on the product. For technical questions 
please call 1-800-345-4545.  
 

INTENDED USE 

This Air/Hydraulic Bottle Jack is designed for lifting. The jack can be used vertically or angled to 3 degrees form vertical 
position. After lifting, loads must be immediately supported by appropriate means. Each model is suitable for use in 
lifting or positioning vehicles, machinery, houses and/or other building structures. These jacks comply with ASME PALD 
Standards. For air actuated use, ensure that your air source has a working range of 100-120 PSI. 
 

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 

 

Description 

Item 

79009 

Maximum Capacity 

40,000 lbs. 

Minimum Lift Height 

10-7/16 in. 

Maximum Lift Height 

20-1/16 in. 

Screw To Adjustment 

3-1/8 in. 

Rated Air Pressure PSI 

Min. 100 - Max. 120 PSI 

Product Size 

6-3/8 in. x 9-7/16 in. x 20-1/8 in. 

Weight 

39 lbs. 

Safe Operating Temperature is between 40°F - 105°F (4°C - 41°C) 
 

GENERAL SAFETY RULES 
WARNING:

 

Read and understand all instructions.

 Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in serious 

injury. 

 

CAUTION:

 

Do not allow persons to operate or assemble this Jack until they have read this manual and have 

developed a thorough understanding of how the Jack works. 

 

WARNING:

 

The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all 

possible conditions or situations that could occur.

 It must be understood by the operator that common sense and 

caution are factors that cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator. 
 

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

 

 

 

 

                                         1-800-345-4545   jegs.com

 

Summary of Contents for 79009

Page 1: ...tioning vehicles machinery houses and or other building structures These jacks comply with ASME PALD Standards For air actuated use ensure that your air source has a working range of 100 120 PSI TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Description Item 79009 Maximum Capacity 40 000 lbs Minimum Lift Height 10 7 16 in Maximum Lift Height 20 1 16 in Screw To Adjustment 3 1 8 in Rated Air Pressure PSI Min 100 Max 120...

Page 2: ...thorized or approved replacement parts negligence will make the jack unsafe for use and void the warranty Carefully inspect the unit on a regular basis and perform all maintenance as required Store these instructions in a safe place Keep all decals on the unit clean and visible Safety always follow safety precautions when installing and operating this jack Before proceeding ensure that you fully u...

Page 3: ...s securely chock and block stabilize the load to be lifted Never place any part of the body under a raised load without properly chocking and supporting the load Never use the jack on curved or tubular vehicle Bumpers this will result in the vehicle slipping off the jack and falling causing serious injury or death Use a bumper lift for vehicles with curved bumpers or plastic bumpers Wear ANSI appr...

Page 4: ...e Carry Handle 2pc Handle Air Motor Release Valve 2 Attach the 2 handle pieces making sure to align the holes on both sections 3 Line up the handle to the handle socket located on the side of the jack then insert the handle inside the handle socket 1 800 345 4545 jegs com ...

Page 5: ...ure 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 Turn release valve counterclockwise on full turn to the open position 2 Rapidly pump the handle 6 8 times Leave handle in down position to expose oil fill plug 3 With a flat blade screwdriver push the oil fill plug ...

Page 6: ... 3 Pour a teaspoon of good quality air tool lubricant into the air supply inlet of the lift control valve See illustration Connect to air supply and operate for 3 seconds to evenly distribute lubricant 4 Check and that the pump operates smoothly before putting into service 5 This product uses a standard 1 4 NPT air fitting If changing of the fitting is required install a 1 4 NPT fitting of your ch...

Page 7: ...the vehicle double check and verify the saddle is centered and also has full contact with the lifting point 8 Pump handle or squeeze air trigger to lift until saddle contacts load To stop air operation simply release the grip on the lift control valve Continue to pump the jack handle to lift the vehicle to the desired height After lifting support the load with appropriately rated vehicle support s...

Page 8: ...ully open the Release Valve by slowly turning the handle counterclockwise Do not allow bystanders around the jack or under the load when lowering the jack 5 After removing jack from under the load push ram and handle sleeve down 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 CAU...

Page 9: ...icate when necessary After cleaning lubricate the equipment using light penetrating oil lubricating spray Use a good lubricant on all moving parts For light duty use lubrication once a month For heavy and constant use lubrication recommended every week NEVER USE SANDPAPER OR ABRASIVE MATERIAL ON THESE SURFACES Rust Prevention Check rams and pump plungers on the power unit assemblies daily for any ...

Page 10: ...L 1 Position the jack on level ground and lower the saddle on level ground 2 Remove the oil plug Oil Plug 3 Fill the oil case until oil level is just beneath the lower rim of the oil fill hole 1 800 345 4545 jegs com ...

Page 11: ...5 Perform the Air Purge Procedure TO REPLACE JACK OIL 1 Position the jack on level ground and lower the saddle on level ground 2 Open release valve by turning handle counter clockwise 4 full turns 1 800 345 4545 jegs com ...

Page 12: ...3 Remove the oil fill plug 4 Turn the jack on its side so that old oil will drain from the oil fill hole 5 Position the jack on level ground and lower the saddle on level ground 1 800 345 4545 jegs com ...

Page 13: ...CAUSE DAMAGE TO A JACK AVOID MIXING DIFFERENT TYPES OF FLUID AND NEVER USE BRAKE FLUID TURBINE OIL TRANSMISSION FLUID MOTOR OIL OR GLYCERIN IMPROPER FLUID CAN CAUSE PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE JACK AND THE POTENTIAL FOR SUDDEN AND IMMEDIATE LOSS OF LOAD DISPOSE OF HYDRAULIC FLUID IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS Additional Bottle Jack Notes Periodically check the pump piston and ram for signs of ...

Page 14: ...ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM 1 800 345 4545 jegs com ...

Page 15: ...Sleeve 1 22 Dust Ring 1 23 Pump Plunger 1 24 Seal Ring 2 25 O Ring 6 5 x 3 2 26 Grease filter 1 27 Ball stopper 2 28 Spring screw M8 1 29 Pin D4 x 22 1 30 Washer 2 31 Handle 1 32 Handle 1 33 Release Valve 1 34 O Ring 7 7 x 1 9 1 35 Base 1 36 Nut M8 2 37 Conical Screw M8 2 38 Ball 3 1 39 Spring Seat 1 40 Spring 1 41 O Ring 5 8 x 2 8 1 42 Regulating Screw 1 43 Cover 1 44 Screw M8 x 8 2 45 Ball 6 8 4...

Page 16: ...dle clockwise X Air Supply Inadequate X Weight Capacity Exceeded X X Air is in the hydraulics Purge air from system X X X X Low oil level Add oil as required X Oil reservoir is overfilled Drain excessive oil Lubricate moving parts X Jack is binding or foreign obstruction X X X Power unit malfunctioning Replace the power unit Safe Operating Temperature is between 400 F 105 F 40 C 41 C 1 800 345 454...

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