Matco Tools AS1500 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 THESE STANDS, 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 using.
• User and bystanders must wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 and OSHA standards.
• This stand is intended to assist in supporting under vehicle components, not the vehicle.
• Inspect the stand before each use. Do not use if damaged, altered, modified, in poor condition, or has loose or missing
hardware or components. Take corrective action before using the stand.
• Center load on saddle. Do not use ends of saddle to support load.
• Adequately support the vehicle before starting repairs.
• Be sure vehicle, vehicle component and stand are stable before performing any work.
• Do not use beyond rated capacity. Do not shock load.
• Do not use (or modify) this product for any other purpose than that for which it was designed without consulting the
manufacturer's authorized representative.
• Use only on a hard level surface capable of supporting the load.
• Failure to heed these warnings may result in 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.
AS1500, AS1500P
AS1500, AS1500P 1500 LBS. AUXILIARY STAND
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.
3/13/20