AUTO CRIB-IT INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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POWER HAWK TECHNOLOGIES INC., Rockaway, New Jersey USA
Rev F 3/2013
General Safety Information
The
AUTO CRIB-IT
is designed to provide safe operation. All users should read and be thoroughly familiar
with the operating instructions and safety precautions contained in this manual. Operator safety depends on
users being properly trained by the Authority having jurisdiction and using the tool for the purpose intended.
The following safety precautions must be observed at all times. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY, DAMAGE TO PROPERTY AND/ OR EQUIPMENT:
The
AUTO CRIB-IT
™ shall only be operated by persons authorized by the Authority Having
Jurisdiction.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) shall be worn as directed by the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
At a minimum, this should include gloves, helmet, eye protection, steel-toed footwear, and body
protection, such as turnout gear.
This tool is SPRING-LOADED and can rapidly extend automatically when unlocked. Keep face,
hands, and other body parts away from moving parts.
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM LOAD RATINGS (AC-14: 2000 LBS., AC-17: 2800 LBS.)
Apply load ONLY to the top Angle Supports
Prior to use, inspect all
AUTO CRIB-IT
™ components for any signs of damage. Do not use damaged
equipment.
Stow in the retracted position with the
AUTO CRIB-IT
lock engaged.
Channel Base bottom grip surface is extremely coarse and can scratch surfaces. Avoid contact with
such surfaces to prevent unwanted scratches.
Stay alert. Do not operate tool when tired.
Use only Factory authorized service parts.
AUTO CRIB-IT
Operation
Note: Model AC-14 is used for the following step-by-step instructions which are the same for Model AC-17.
1. Determine the engagement point(s) on the vehicle for proper stabilization.
Minimum starting clearances:
Model AC-14: Approx. 5-3/4 inches
Model AC-17: Approx. 8-1/4 inches
NOTE: Because of the
AUTO CRIB-IT
’s retractable design, you can use engagement points
under the rocker panel and on the vehicle’s frame.
2. Determine
the
AUTO CRIB-IT
orientation for proper stabilization (i.e. perpendicular or parallel to
the rocker panel)
Perpendicular
Parallel
Starting
Clearance