Product Manual

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
or lubricating spray.
Use a good lubricant on all moving parts.
For light duty use, lubrication is needed 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 that will regularly need to be greased and lubricated.
How the Jack Operates
With release valve closed, an upward stroke of the jack handle draws oil from the reservoir
tank into the plunger cavity. Hydraulic pressure holds the valve closed, which keeps the oil in
the plunger cavity. A downward stroke of the jack handle releases oil into the cylinder, which
forces the ram out. This raises the saddle. When the ram reaches maximum extension, oil is
bypassed back into the reservoir to prevent an over extended ram stroke and possible
damage to the jack. Opening the release valve allows oil to flow back into reservoir. This
releases hydraulic pressure on the ram, which results in lowering the saddle.
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.