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WARNING! Before lifting ensure that Section 1 safety instructions are strictly followed.
3.1. Before using the jack, purge the hydraulic circuit, in order to eliminate any air from
the system, as follows:
a) Fit jack handle over release valve (fig.1.1) and turn anti-clockwise to open valve.
b) Insert jack handle into the handle sleeve (2) and pump several times to ensure full internal lubrication
and to bleed air from the system.
c) When complete place the handle back over the release valve (1) and turn clockwise to close.
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WARNING!
Ensure that you prepare vehicle and use jack according to Section 1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
.
Check that the supporting ground upon which the jack will stand is level and solid and not tarmacadam.
3.2. Position the jack saddle (4) under the vehicle manufacturers recommended lifting point, ensuring that the saddle
is correctly centred beneath the load. Ensure that the jack is positioned to avoid having to operate it from under
the vehicle, and that the handle is free to move up and down.
3.3.
Pump the handle up and down using full stroke range so that the saddle quickly reaches the working height.
3.4.
Should the jack become overloaded, a safety excess pressure valve will open and stop the vehicle from lifting.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
VIKING BOTTLE JACKS
IMPORTANT:
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS.
USE THIS JACK CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE
AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
Thank you for purchasing a Viking Jack. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions
and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
13 TO 54HM - 1 - 230502
2. INTRODUCTION & SPECIFICATIONS
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Models: 13HM, 14HM, 15HM, 16HM, 17HM, 18HM, 20HM, 22HM,
25HM, 42HM, 46HM, 54HM.
Jack Model:
13HM
14HM
15HM
16HM
17HM
18HM
20HM
22HM
25HM
42HM
46HM
54HM
Capacity (Tons) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5 . . . . . . .2 . . . . . . .3 . . . . .3.5 . . . . . . .5 . . . . . . .8 . . . . . .10 . . . . . .12 . . . . . .15 . . . . . .20 . . . . . .30 . . . . . .35
A
(minimum Height)mm . . . . . . . . . . .160 . . . . .160 . . . . .170 . . . . .211 . . . . .212 . . . . .220 . . . . .234 . . . . .228 . . . . .230 . . . . .237 . . . . .237 . . . . .237
B
(Hydraulic lift)mm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 . . . . . .98 . . . . .105 . . . . .145 . . . . .150 . . . . .150 . . . . .150 . . . . .150 . . . . .150 . . . . .150 . . . . .150 . . . . .150
C
(Screw extension)mm . . . . . . . . . . . .57 . . . . . .57 . . . . . .98 . . . . . .70 . . . . . .75 . . . . . .75 . . . . . .61 . . . . . .75 . . . . . .75 . . . . . .75 . . . . . .78 . . . . . .78
D
(Maximum Height)mm . . . . . . . . . . .315 . . . . .315 . . . . .373 . . . . .426 . . . . .437 . . . . .445 . . . . .445 . . . . .453 . . . . .455 . . . . .462 . . . . .465 . . . . .465
Your HM model bottle jack is manufactured to the highest standard. The one piece steel base, reservoir and pump cylinder has been designed
to give added strength. Your jack has a fully serviceable ram piston with an extension screw and has been supplied with a 3-piece zinc coated
handle. To assist you when reading the following specifications please cross refer letters to fig. 1.
3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
fig. 1
1. Release valve
2. Handle Sleeve
3. Ram
4. Saddle
5. Overload Valve
(Do Not Adjust)
3
Regularly inspect and lubricate the jack ensuring it is in good working order and condition.
DO NOT
use the jack if damaged or a fault is
suspected. Check Section 5 Troubleshooting. If necessary, immediately repair or replace damaged parts.
3
Use recommended parts only, the use of unapproved parts may be dangerous and will invalidate your warranty.
3
Ensure that the jacking area is clean and tidy, free from unrelated materials and has adequate lighting.
3
Use the jack on level and solid ground, preferably concrete.
Avoid tarmacadam since the jack may sink in
.
3
Park the vehicle and apply hand brake (if automatic, place in Park mode). Switch off the engine, and place chocks under the wheels.
3
Ensure a minimum distance of 0.5m between vehicle and static objects such as doors, walls, etc. to allow for tilting during jacking.
3
Ensure that all persons are out of the vehicle before jacking.
DO NOT
enter vehicle whilst it is supported on the jack or axle stands.
3
Check vehicle weight and recommended lifting points by referring to the vehicle manual. Ensure that the lifting point is not corroded.
3
Check jack saddle is centred and stable on lifting point, (off-centre loads can slip). Position jack to avoid operating it from under vehicle.
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DANGER!
Use the jack for lifting only, NOT for supporting the lifted load. ALWAYS USE ADEQUATELY RATED AXLE STANDS .
3
Keep hands etc. clear of moving parts during the raising and lowering of the vehicle.
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DANGER!
Roadside wheel changing is hazardous.
Be extra vigilant,
you may not be able to avoid jacking on tarmacadam. Get everyone
out of vehicle. NEVER go under the vehicle. Traffic may cause vehicle to rock. Use hazard warning lights. If in doubt call professional help.
3
When changing a wheel, slightly loosen wheel nuts prior to jacking vehicle. Screw wheel nuts back before lowering vehicle.
3
Use a qualified person to lubricate and maintain the jack. Confirm that only recommended
hydraulic jack oil
is used during maintenance.
7
DO NOT
exceed the rated capacity of the jack, and
DO NOT
operate the jack beyond its maximum pump stroke.
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WARNING!
DO NOT
allow the vehicle to move, or try to start the engine, during jacking.
DO NOT
start the engine when vehicle is jacked up.
7
DO NOT
jack a vehicle if this may result in the spillage of fuel, battery acid, or dangerous substances.
7
DO NOT
place any part of your body under vehicle whilst supported by jack. Wait until properly rated axle stands have been correctly positioned.
7
DO NOT
use the jack to support extensions or cradles.
DO NOT
modify the jack in any way.
DO NOT
use the jack for any other purpose.
7
DO NOT
top-up system with brake fluid. Use hydraulic oil only, and
DO NOT
adjust the safety overload valve (fig 1.5).
3
Ensure that there are no persons or obstructions beneath the vehicle before lowering.
3
Clean and securely stow the jack properly, with the ram in the down position,
DO NOT
leave it extended. Ensure stowage area is dry.
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WARNING!
Remember, It is
very dangerous
for user to go under a vehicle supported by a jack
even
if additional supports are used.
DO NOT
go under a vehicle without the support of properly rated axle stands.
NOTE:
Seek advice before jacking caravans or trailers.
