Use and Care Manual

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
DO NOT USE A DAMAGED OR MALFUNCTIONING JACK!
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.
WARNING:TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before
further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
1. Before each use, inspect the general condition of the Jack. Check for broken, cracked, or bent parts, loose
or missing parts, and any condition that may affect the proper operation of the product. If a problem occurs,
have the problem corrected before further use. Do not use damaged equipment.
2. Before each use, thoroughly test the Jack for proper operation prior to its actual use. If the Jack appears
not to be working properly, follow Bleeding instructions on page 3.
3. Change the hydraulic oil at least once every three years:
A. With the Jack fully lowered, remove the Oil Filler Plug on the side of the Housing.
B. Tip the Jack to allow the old hydraulic oil to drain out of the Housing completely, and dispose of the old
hydraulic oil in accordance with local regulations.
C. With the Jack upright, completely fill the Housing with a high quality hydraulic oil (not included) until
the oil is 1/4Ǝ below the fill hole.
D. Open the valve by turning the Handle counterclockwise and pump the Handle to bleed air from the system.
E. Recheck oil level and re-fill as needed.
F. Reinstall the Oil Filler Plug.
4. Wipe dry with a clean cloth. Then, store the Jack in a safe, dry location out of reach of children and other
non-authorized people.
Troubleshooting
WARNING:
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:
Use caution when troubleshooting a malfunctioning jack. Stay well clear of the supported load.
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 jack before use.
After the jack is repaired: Test it carefully without a load by raising and lowering it fully, checking for proper
operation, BEFORE RETURNING THE JACK TO OPERATION.
POSSIBLE SYMPTOMS
PROBABLE SOLUTION
(Make certain that the Jack is not supporting a load
while attempting a solution.)
Jack will
not lift at
its weight
capacity
Saddle
lowers
under
load
Pump
stroke
feels
spongy
Saddle
will
not lift
all the
way
Handle
moves
up when
jack is
under
load
Oil
leaking
from filler
plug
XX
Check that Release Valve is fully closed.
Bleed air from the system.
XX X
Valves may be blocked and may not close fully. To flush the valves:
1. Lower the Saddle and securely close the Release Valve.
2. Manually lift the saddle several inches.
3. Open the release valve and force the saddle down as quickly
as possible.
XXX
Jack may be low on oil. Check the oil level and refill if needed.
Jack may require bleeding - see instructions on page 3.
X
Unit may have too much hydraulic oil inside, check fluid level
and adjust if needed.
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