Blue point YA657B Owner's/Operator's Manual

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For your safety read, understand, and
follow the information provided with and
on these jacks. The owner and operator
of these equipments shall have an
understanding of these jacks and safe
operating procedures before attempting
to use. The owner and operator shall be
aware that use and repair of these
products may require special skills and
knowledge. Instructions and safety
information shall be conveyed in the
operator's native language before use
of these jacks are authorized. If any
doubt exists as to the safe and proper
use of this jack, remove from service
immediately.
Inspect before each use. Do not use if
there are broken, bent, cracked, or
damaged parts (including labels). Any
jack that appears damaged in any way,
operates abnormally, or is missing parts,
shall be removed from service immedi-
ately. If the jack has been or is suspected
to have been subjected to a shock load (a
load dropped suddenly, unexpectedly
upon it), immediately discontinue use
until the jack has been checked by a
Snap-on authorized service center. It is
recommended that an annual inspection
be done by qualified personnel. Labels
and Operator's Manual are available from
manufacturer.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Blue-Point Hydraulic Service Jacks are
designed to lift, not sustain, rated capacity
loads. They are designed to be used in
conjunction with jack stands. Intended
use: To lift one wheel or one axle of a
vehicle for the purpose of service and/or
repair of vehicle components. After lifting,
loads must be immediately supported by
appropriately rated jack stands. Check
with vehicle owner's manual for proper lift
points.
DO NOT USE TO DOLLY OR MOVE
VEHICLE.
DO NOT USE FOR ANY PURPOSE
OTHER THAN THOSE USES OUTLINED
ABOVE !
4 TON / 10 TON AIR / MANUAL SERVICE JACKS
OWNER/OPERATOR MANUAL

BEFORE USE

1. Verify that the product and application
are compatible, if in doubt call Snap-
On technical service.
2. Read the
completely and familiarize yourself
thoroughly with the product, its
components and recognize the
potential hazards associated with its
use before the use of this product.
3. Follow assembly instructions
4. Lower saddle fully.
5. Locate and remove the air vent screw.
6. Ensure the oil level is within ~ 3/16"
from the inner cylinder as viewed from
the air vent screw hole.
7. Reinstall the air vent screw.
8. Close release valve by turning the
release knob clockwise until firm
resistance is felt.
9. Ensure that the jack rolls freely.
10.Raise and lower the unloaded saddle
through out the lift range before putting
into service to ensure the pump and
release valve operate smoothly.
11.Replace worn or damaged parts and
assemblies with Snap-on Replace-
ment Parts only. (See Replacement
Parts Section). Lubricate as instructed
in Maintenance Section.

ASSEMBLY

EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY

1. Needle nose locking pliers
2. Snap-ring pliers (for: YA657B and
YA667B only)
3. 15 /16" wrench (for: YA660B and
YA662B only)
4. Hammer
5. Tape measure
6. All necessary hardware is included
and is assembled loosely onto the
jack
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION
1. Remove the service jack base and
handle from the carton.
2. For YA657B and YA667B, see figure
1 to remove the retaining ring and the
handle pivot pin from the jack base
that connects through the handle
MODEL YA657B / YA660B / YA662B / YA667B
4 TON / 10 TON MANUAL SERVICE JACKS
operator's manual
1
(continued)
fork. For YA660B and YA662B (as
shown in figure 2) remove the 5/16-
18 bolts and the pin from the jack
base that connects through the
handle fork.
3. Remove the #6-32 screw and nut
from the universal receptacle on top
of the hydraulic unit.
4. Pull the universal assembly, located
on the bottom of the handle, out a
minimum of 1-3/4".
5. Clamp the needle nose locking
pliers onto the rod so that the
universal assembly will not retract
back into the handle.
6. Slide the universal assembly into the
handle socket so that it extends out
the other side.
7. Push the pivot pin that was removed
in step 2 back through the handle
and handle socket (may have to
gently tap the pin with a hammer).
8. Align the pivot pin with the holes on
the side plates that the pivot pin was
removed from and tighten the 5/16"-
18 bolts into the pivot pin until
secure. (for YA660B and YA662B
only)
9. Connect the universal assembly to
the universal receptacle rod using
the #6-32 screw and nut from note 4
(finger tighten only).
10. Remove the needle nose locking
pliers.
11. Jack is now operational and ready for
use.
Helpful hint:
If the jack cover is a hindrance, it can be
removed by using a 1/8" punch and
taping out the pivot pins (be sure to
attach the cover back to the jack after
assembly is completed).