Product manual

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Troubleshooting
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:
Use caution when troubleshooting a malfunctioning ram.
Completely resolve all problems before use. If the solutions presented in the
Troubleshooting guide do not solve the problem, have a qualified technician inspect and repair the ram before use.
After the ram is repaired: Test it carefully without a load by raising it and lowering it fully, checking for proper
operation, BEFORE RETURNING THE RAM TO OPERATION.
DO NOT USE A DAMAGED OR MALFUNCTIONING RAM!
POSSIBLE SYMPTOMS
PROBABLE SOLUTION
(Make certain that the jack is not supporting
a load while attempting a solution.)
Pump
stroke feels
spongy
Piston will
not lift all
the way
Handle
moves up
when ram
is under
load
Fluid
leaking
from filler
plug
Check that Release Valve is closed fully.
X
Valves may be blocked and may not
close fully. To flush the valves:
1. Lower the piston and securely close the Release Valve.
2. Manually lift the piston several inches.
3. Open the release valve and force the
piston down as quickly as possible.
X X
Ram may be low on fluid. Check the
fluid level and refill if needed.
Ram may require bleeding - see instructions on page 8.
X
Unit may have too much hydraulic fluid inside,
check fluid level and adjust if needed.
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.