Product Manual

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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
If you use and maintain your equipment properly, it will give you many years of service. Follow the
maintenance instructions carefully to keep your equipment in good working condition. Never perform
any maintenance on the equipment while it is under a load.
Inspection
You should inspect the product for damage, wear, broken or missing parts (e.g.: pins) and that all
components function before each use. Follow lubrication and storage instructions for optimum
product performance.
Binding
If the product binds while under a load, use equipment with equal or a larger load capacity to lower
the load safely to the ground. After un-binding; clean, lubricate and test that equipment is working
properly. Rusty components, dirt, or worn parts can be causes of binding. Clean and lubricate the
equipment as indicated in the lubrication section. Test the equipment without a load. If the binding
continues contact Customer Service.
Cleaning
If the moving parts of the equipment are obstructed, use cleaning solvent or another good degreaser
to clean the equipment. Remove any existing rust, with a penetrating lubricant.
Lubrication
Inspect the equipment before use and lubricate when necessary.
After cleaning, lubricate the equipment using a light penetrating oil or lubricating spray.
-Also apply a thin coat of grease to the mounting plate rotating mechanism as necessary
-Use a good lubricant on all casters and moving parts.
Rust Prevention:
If signs of rust are visible clean as needed and lubricate.
Storing the Engine Stand
1. Place the handle in the resting position on the back of the mounting plate.
2. Store in a dry location, recommended indoors.
Note: If the Engine Stand is stored outdoors, be sure to lubricate all parts before and after use to
ensure the Engine Stand stays in good working condition.