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 by lifting 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
This equipment will not operate safely without proper lubrication. Using the equipment
without proper lubrication will result in poor performance and damage to the
equipment. Some parts in this equipment are not self-lubricating inspect the
equipment before use and lubricate when necessary. After cleaning, lubricate the
equipment using light penetrating oil, lubricating spray.
-Use a good lubricant on all moving parts.
-For light duty applications, use lubrication once a month.
-For heavy and constant use, lubrication is recommended every week.
-NEVER USE SANDPAPER OR ABRASIVE MATERIAL ON THESE SURFACES!
Rust Prevention:
-Check rams and pump plungers on the power unit assemblies daily for any signs of
rust or corrosion.
Without a load, lift the equipment as high as it goes and look under and behind the
lifting points. If signs of rust are visible clean as needed.
Grease Fittings
-Some models contain grease fittings the will regularly need to be greased and
lubricated.
Storing the Jack
1. Lower the Lifting Arm.
2. Place the handle in the upright position.
3. Store in a dry location, recommended indoors.
Note: If the jack is stored outdoors, be sure to lubricate all parts before and after use
to ensure the jack stays in good working condition.