Product Manual

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BEFORE USE
1. Verify that the product and the application are
compatible, if in doubt call Omega Technical
Service [phone].
2. Before using this product, read the operator's
manual completely and familiarize yourself
thoroughly with the product, its components and
recognize the hazards associated with its use.
3. Open the release valve counterclockwise no more
than 2 full turns (see Fig. 1).
4. With saddle fully lowered, locate and remove the
cover plate, then the vented oil filler screw (see Fig.
2). Ensure the oil level is just above the inner
cylinder as seen from the vented oil filler screw hole
(see Maintenance, page 4). Reinstall the vented oil
filler screw.
5. This product is fitted to accept the popular 1/4" PT
air nipple. When installing 1/4" PT nipple of your
choice, ensure that thread tape or compound is
used when servicing connections. To ensure
dependable, trouble free operation an inline air
dryer and oiler is recommended.
6. Check to ensure that jack rolls freely and that the
pump operates smoothly before putting into service.
Replace worn or damaged parts and assemblies
with Omega Replacement Parts only (See
Replacement Parts Section). Lubricate as
instructed in Maintenance Section.
7. Lift only on areas of the vehicle as specified by the
vehicle manufacturer.
8. No alterations shall be made to this product.
9. Do not use adapters or accessories that are not
provided initially.
ASSEMBLY
Little, if any, assembly is required of this jack. Always
secure the handle into the handle fork by means of the
bolt and lock washer provided. Tighten securely to
prevent accidental removal of handle while in use.
Familiarize yourself with the illustrations in this
operator's manual. Know your jack and how it
operates before attempting to use.
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
knob clockwise, firmly. Center jack saddle under lift
point.
3. Verify lift point, then use handle pump to contact lift
point. To lift, pump handle or squeeze lift control
valve until load reaches desired height.
4. Transfer the load immediately to appropriately rated
jack stands.
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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 hig 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.
Study, understand, and follow all instructions
provided with and on this device. Do not exceed
rated capacity. This is a lifting device only. After
lifting, immediately transfer the load to
appropriately rated vehicle stands. Never work on,
under, or around a load supported by this device.
Use only on hard, level surfaces capable of
sustaining rated capacity loads. Do not move or
dolly loads with this device. Do not modify this
device. Failure to heed these markings may result
in personal injury and/or property damage.
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WARNING
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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