WELDED BOTTLE JACK OWNER’S MANUAL WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.
Thank you very much for choosing a Strongway product! For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below: Model: _______________ Purchase Date: _______________ Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it. This machine is designed for certain applications only. The distributor cannot be responsible for issues arising from modification.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in serious injury. CAUTION: Do not allow persons to operate or assemble this jack until they have read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding of how the jack works. WARNING: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur.
Safety Always follow safety precautions when installing and operating this jack. Keep all decals on the unit clean and visible. Before proceeding that you fully understand and comprehend the full contents of this manual. Failure to operate this equipment as directed may cause injury or death. The distributor is not responsible for any damages or injury caused by improper use or neglect. WARNING: Always use Jack Stands! DO NOT USE wood blocks or any other non-approved load sustaining devices.
SAFETY MARKINGS WARNING: 1. Study, understand, and follow all instructions before operating this device. 2. Do not exceed rated capacity. 3. Use only on hard, level surfaces, with less than 3 degrees of slope. 4. Lifting device only. Immediately after lifting, support the vehicle with appropriate means. 5. Do not move or dolly the vehicle while on the jack. 6. Lift only on areas of the vehicle as specified by the vehicle manufacturer. 7. No alterations shall be made to this product. 8.
* Position the Jack Position the jack to only lift on the areas of the vehicle as specified by the vehicle manufacturer. * Always Use Jack Stands After lifting the vehicle always support the load with appropriately rated vehicle Jacks stands before working on the vehicle. * Do Not Overload Jack Do not overload this jack beyond its rated capacity. Overloading this jack beyond its rated capacity can cause damage to or failure of the jack.
Training -Read this manual before use. Do not allow anyone who has not read this manual, and/or does not understand the requirements, use the jack. Spectators -Do not allow bystanders around the jack or under the load supported only by the jack. -Do not allow anyone in the vehicle while the jack is in use. Keep all bystanders away from vehicle when in use. Inspection -Inspect the jack carefully before each use. Ensure the jack is not damaged, excessively worn, or missing parts.
ASSEMBLY 1. Familiarize yourself with the jack. 2. Attach the 2 handle pieces, making sure to align the holes on both sections.
3. Line up the handle to the handle socket located on the side of the jack, then insert the handle inside the handle socket. 4. Secure the handle in place inside the handle socket. Without any vehicle on the jack. Cycle the lift up and down several times to insure the hydraulic system is operating properly. (Perform to the Air Purge Procedure before first use.
3. With a flat blade screwdriver, push the oil fill plug slightly to the side to purge trapped air from system. (Use cation not to tear or puncture the oil plug.) 4. Turn release valve clockwise to the closed position. 5. Jack is now ready for use. Check for proper pump action.
BEFORE USE 1. Before using this product, read the owner's manual completely and familiarize yourself thoroughly with the product and the hazards associated with its improper use. 2. Perform the air purge procedure. (See previous instructions for system purge procedure.) 3. Check and that the pump operates smoothly before putting into service. 4. Inspect before each use. Do not use if bent, broken or cracked components are noted.
7. Before raising the vehicle double check and verify the saddle is centered and also has full contact with the lifting point. 8. Pump handle to lift until saddle contacts load. Continue to pump the jack handle to lift the vehicle to the desired height. After lifting, support the load with appropriately rated vehicle support stands before working on the vehicle. CAUTION: NEVER WIRE, CLAMP OR OTHERWISE DISABLE THE LIFT CONTROL VALVE TO FUCTION BY ANY MEANS OTHER THAN BY USING THE OPERATOR'S HAND.
LOWERING THE JACK 1. Raise load high enough to allow clearance for the jack stands to be removed, then carefully remove jack stands. 2. Remove support stands. 3. Grasp the handle firmly with both hands. Securely hold on to the jack handle so your hands do not slip and ensure the release valve does not rapidly lower. 4. Carefully open the Release Valve by slowly turning the handle counterclockwise. (Do not allow bystanders around the jack or under the load when lowering the jack.
5. After removing jack from under the load, push ram and handle sleeve down to reduce exposure to rust and contamination. WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN LOWERING THE JACK. THE JACK HANDLE MAY TURN RAPIDLY. OPENING THE RELEASE VALVE TOO FAST CAN CAUSE THE JACK TO LOWER RAPIDLY. FAILURE TO HEED THESE WARNINGS COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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.
TO ADD JACK OIL: 1. Position the jack on level ground and lower the saddle. 2. Remove the oil plug.
3. Fill the oil case until oil level is just beneath the lower rim of the oil fill hole. 4. Replace oil plug. 5. Perform the Air Purge Procedure.
To Replace Jack Oil: 1. Position the jack on level ground and lower the saddle. 2. Open release valve by turning handle counter-clockwise. 3. Remove the oil fill plug.
4. Turn the jack on its side to drain old oil from the oil fill hole. 5. Position the jack on level ground and keep saddle in the lowered position. 6. Fill the oil case until oil level is just beneath the lower rim. KEEP DIRT AND OTHER MATERIAL CLEAR WHEN POURING.
7. Replace oil plug. 8. Perform the Air Purge Procedure. ADDITIONAL WARNINGS: DO NOT USE MOTOR OIL IN THE JACK. ONLY USE ANTI-FOAMING JACK OIL. ALWAYS USE A GOOD GRADE HYDRAULIC JACK OIL. DO NOT USE HYDRAULIC BRAKE FLUID, ALCOHOL, GLYCERINE, DETERGENT, MOTOR OIL OR DIRTY OIL. USE OF A NON-RECOMMENDED FLUID CANCAUSE DAMAGE TO A JACK. AVOID MIXING DIFFERENT TYPES OF FLUID AND NEVER USE BRAKE FLUID, TURBINE OIL, TRANSMISSION FLUID, MOTOR OIL OR GLYCERIN.
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TROUBLESHOOTING JACK WILL NOT LIFT LOAD JACK WILL NOT HOLD LOAD JACK WILL NOT LOWER POOR JACK LIFTING WILL NOT LIFT TO FULL EXTENSION CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS Release valve is not completely closed (Turn handle clockwise). Weight Capacity Exceeded. is in the hydraulics. Air Purge air from system. Low oil level. Add oil as required. reservoir is overfilled: Oil Drain excessive oil. Lubricate moving parts.
Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the Strongway product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
