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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS….cont
Danger:
Never
lift a load greater than that which the jack was designed,
overloading can lead to personal injury or damage to the racing jack.
CAUTION:
The warnings and cautions mentioned in this user manual can not cover all
possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the oper-
ator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this prod-
uct, but must be applied.
erty damage.
ALWAYS
use the ratchet straps to secure the vehicle to the jack.
NEVER
move the jack if the vehicle is not secured with the ratchet straps.
ALWAYS
use the height lock bars whilst the vehicle is raised, this will prevent the vehi-
cle dropping and causing personal injury or damage to the vehicle.
DO NOT
make any modifications to the jack as this will make the jack unsafe; Any
modifications made will void your warranty.
ALWAYS
check the jack prior to lifting the vehicle.
DO NOT
use if the hydraulic ram is leaking oil or any damaged parts are found, have
the parts replaced before attempting to use it.
IMMEDIATELY
after the vehicle is raised, ensure that both height lock bars are en-
gaged and secure.
NEVER
use the straps to tow a vehicle or to suspend anything in the air, the straps
were not designed for this.
ALWAYS
inspect both straps before operation,
DO NOT
use any strap found with cuts
or that are worn or damaged, have these replaced before operation.
DO NOT
use pliers or similar to operate the ratchet lever, this could possibly damage
the ratchet mechanism and void any warranty you may have.
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MAINTENANCE….cont
BLEEDING
1.
Lower the lifting saddle to its lowest position.
2.
Loosen the oil fill screw.
3.
Pump the foot pedal up and down quickly 6-8 times, this will purge the air from
the system.
4.
Check and top up the oil if required.
5.
Retighten the oil fill screw.
A periodic coating of light lubricating oil to pivot points, axles and hinges will help to
prevent rust and assure that wheels, castors and pump assemblies move freely.
LUBRICATION
CLEANING
Periodically check the pump piston and ram for signs of rust or corrosion. Clean as
needed and wipe with an oily cloth.
Note:
Never use sandpaper or abrasive material on these surfaces.
Note:
Contact your local authority on how / where to dispose of the waste
oil.
1.
Lower the lifting saddle to its lowest position.
2.
Place the jack on its side and with a cross headed screwdriver, unscrew the oil
fill screw fully from the hydraulic ram and drain the old oil into a suitable con-
tainer.
3.
Turn the jack on its other side and fill with fresh hydraulic oil until the oil reaches
the bottom of the threads.
4.
Refit the oil fill screw.
5.
Wipe away any excess oil.
6.
Return the jack to its upright position.
If air gets into the hydraulic system the jack will not operate correctly and will need to
be bled. To bleed air from the hydraulic system, follow the instructions below.
