Product Manual

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OIPM#22040-SJ2
MAINTENANCE
Important: Use only a good grade hydraulic jack oil.
Avoid mixing different types of fluid and Never use
brake fluid, turbine oil, transmission fluid, motor oil or
glycerin. Improper fluid can cause failure of the jack
and the potential for sudden and immediate loss of
load. We recommend Mobil DTE 13.
Adding oil
1. With saddle fully lowered set jack in its upright, level
position. Locate and remove oil filler plug.
2. Fill with oil until ~3/16" above the inner cylinder as
seen from the oil filler plug hole. Reinstall the oil
filler plug.
Changing oil
For best performance, replace the complete fluid
supply at least once per year.
1. With saddle fully lowered, remove the oil filler plug.
2. Lay the jack on its side and drain the fluid into a
suitable container.
Note: Dispose of hydraulic fluid in accordance with
local regulations.
3. Fill with oil until ~3/16" above the inner cylinder as
seen from the oil filler plug hole. Reinstall the oil
filler plug.
Lubrication
A periodic coating of light lubricating oil to pivot points,
axles and hinges will help to prevent rust and assure
that wheels, casters and pump assemblies move
freely. To help ensure trouble free operation, an inline
air dryer and oiler is recommended.
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 !
Storage
When not in use, store the jack with saddle fully
lowered.
To avoid crushing and related injuries:
NEVER work on, under or around a load supported
only by a jack. ALWAYS use adequately rated jack
stands.
WARNING
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OPERATION
Lifting
1. Place vehicle in park, with emergency brake on and
wheels securely chocked to prevent inadvertent
vehicle movement.
2. Locate and close release valve by turning handle or
handle knob clockwise, (depending on model)
firmly. Center jack saddle under lift point.
3. Verify lift point, then use handle pump or foot pedal
to contact lift point. To lift, pump handle or squeeze
lift control valve until load reaches desired height.
Never use foot pedal to raise load.
4. Transfer the load immediately to appropriately rated
jack stands.
Note: All models are equipped with a handle position
lock. To release lock device pull lever up, then back
until lever is locked into place. This will allow full range
of handle movement.
Lowering
1. Raise load high enough to clear the jack stands,
then carefully remove jack stands (always used in
pairs).
2. Slowly turn the handle counterclockwise, but no
more than 1/2 turn. If the load fails to lower:
a. Use another jack to raise the vehicle high
enough to reinstall jack stands.
b. Remove the affected jack and then the stands.
c. Using the other jack, lower the load by turning
the operating handle counterclockwise, but no
more than 1/2 turn.
3. After removing jack from under the load, push
saddle down to reduce ram exposure to rust and
contamination.