000-lb Hydraulic Hitch-Mount Truck Crane 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.
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Table of Contents Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4 Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 4 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 4 Specific Operation Warnings .......................
Intended Use The 1000-lb Hydraulic Hitch-Mount Truck Crane mounts in the 2 inch receiver hitch of your vehicle to make loading and unloading of bulky and heavy equipment safe and easy. No permanent installation or drilling is required. Just install it on the hitch when you need it and remove it when you’re done. The load is supported and distributed to the two adjustable legs of the crane to prevent overload on your vehicle’s hitch receiver.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the tool may result in serious personal injury. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Main Parts of Product Reference 1 2 3 4 5 Subassembly Base Legs Jack Post Boom Assembly Instructions 1. Attach the foot plate (24) to the leg extender (23). 2. Attach the leg extender (23) to the leg (6), then use the snapper pin (22) to assemble the link bar. 3. Use the link bar (7) to attach the legs (6) to the base assembly (4) with snapper pins (22).
4. Attach the T shape connector (5) to the base assembly (4), and mount it to a truck or anywhere that would stabilize the base. 5. Insert the post (2) to the base assembly (4). 6. Assemble the boom (1) to the post (2). Then connect the long ram jack (3) to the boom and the post.
7. Assemble the hook with chain (8) to the end of the boom (1). Before Each Use Inspect the general condition of the tool.
Engage the parking brake before use. Do not move the vehicle with a load attached to the crane. Keep load steady. Do not allow the load to swing or drop violently while lowering or moving. Keep persons and property clear from under the load. Do not transport people or animals. Operate on a hard level surface. Connect the T-shape connector with the Truck Adjust the link bar (7) with the snapper pin (22) to set the base position to the desired height.
To lift the crane, use the jack handle (15) to lock the jack valve, then put the handle into the fulcrum and lift the jack. To lower the crane, use the jack handle (15) to release the jack valve. Note: The crane can swivel 360°. Insert the stop pin (#18) into the hole. The crane can only swivel 180° due to the two stops (#19, #20).
Maintenance It is recommended that the general condition of any tool be examined before it is used. Keep your crane in good repair by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance with the recommended procedures found in this manual. If any abnormal vibrations or noise occurs, stop using the crane immediately and have the problem corrected before further use. Have necessary repairs made by qualified service personnel. Use only soap and a damp cloth to clean your tools.
Parts Diagram Page 12 of 16
Parts List Part# 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 Description Boom Post Long Ram Jack Base Assembly T-Shaped Connector Leg Link Bar Hook with Chain Bolt Lock Nut Bolt Lock Nut Bolt Lock Nut Jack Handle Bolt Lock Nut Stop Pin Stop I Stop II Snapper Pin Leg Extender Foot Plate Bolt Lock Nut Bolt Lock Nut Pin R-Pin Bolt Hitch Pin Safety Pin Bearing Thrust Bearing Bearing Cover Protecting Housing Strap Quantity 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Replacement Parts For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381. Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a convenient reference to the location and position of parts in the assembly sequence. When ordering parts, the following information will be required: item description, item model number, item serial number/item lot date code, and the replacement part reference number.
Limited Warranty Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the Ultra-Tow 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.
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