Matco Tools BJ12T Operating Instructions Manual page 2

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
BEFORE USING THIS DEVICE, READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY AND THOROUGHLY, UNDERSTAND ITS OPERATING
PROCEDURES, SAFETY WARNINGS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS.
It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure all personnel read this manual prior to using the device. It is also the
responsiblity of the device owner to keep this manual intact and in a convenient location for all to see and read. If the
manual or product labels are lost or not legible, contact Matco for replacements. If the operator is not fluent in English,
the product and safety instructions shall be read to and discussed with the operator in the operator's native language
by the purchaser/owner or his designee, making sure that the operator comprehends its contents.
THE NATURE OF HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
The use of portable automotive lifting devices is subject to certain hazards that cannot be prevented by mechanical means,
but only by the exercise of intelligence, care, and common sense. It is therefore essential to have owners and personnel
involved in the use and operation of the equipment who are careful, competent, trained, and qualified in the safe operation
of the equipment and its proper use. Examples of hazards are dropping, tipping or slipping of loads caused primarily by
improperly securing loads, overloading, off-centered loads, use on other than hard level surfaces, and using equipment
for a purpose for which it was not designed.
METHODS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
• Read, study, understand and follow all instructions before operating this device.
• Inspect the jack before each use. Do not use jack if damaged, altered, modified, in poor condition, leaking hydraulic fluid,
or unstable due to loose or missing components. Make corrections before using.
• Lift only at points of the vehicle as specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
• User and bystanders must wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 and OSHA standards.
• Do not exceed rated capacity.
• No persons should be under vehicle when jack is in use.
• This is a lifting device only. Immediately after lifting, support the vehicle with appropriate means.
• No alterations shall be made to this product.
• Use only on a hard level surface capable of supporting the load.
• Always lower the jack slowly and carefully.
• Do not use saddle adaptors or saddle extenders between the stock lifting saddle and the load.
• Center load on saddle. Be sure setup is stable before working on vehicle.
• Failure to heed these warnings may result in serious or fatal personal injury and/or property damage.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
CONSEQUENCES OF NOT AVOIDING HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
Failure to read this manual completely and thoroughly, failure to understand its OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, SAFETY
WARNINGS, MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS and comply with them, and failure to comply with the METHODS TO AVOID
HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS could cause accidents resulting in serious or fatal personal injury and/or property damage.
BJ12T, BJ20T
BJ12T, BJ20T SHORT BOTTLE JACK
IMPORTANT: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING
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WARNING: Indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
04/13/20