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EVERY PERSON WHO OPERATES THIS EQUIPMENT NEEDS TO KNOW AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL—FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Table of Contents SIGNAL WORDS ..................................1 RECEIVING INSPECTION................................2 OWNER AND / OR OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES ......................2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ............................3 SPECIFICATIONS ..................................4 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ..............................4 FUNCTION AND PURPOSE OF LIFT ............................5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................5 Inspect the Jack for Signs of Wear or Damage ....................
RECEIVING INSPECTION Inspect the jack immediately upon delivery. If shipping damage is evident, inform the delivering carrier immediately and contact the manufacturer using the contact information on the back cover of this manual. OWNER AND / OR OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES The owner and / or user must have an understanding of the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings before using this jack.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING Failure to follow all of these safety instructions can lead to severe injury or death. Contact the manufacturer using the contact information on the back cover of this manual if you have any questions. Anyone who operates this jack must read and understand all the instructions and warnings provided with this jack before being allowed to use it.
FUNCTION AND PURPOSE OF LIFT This lift is designed to lift loads—it is not designed to support loads once lifted. Thus, this lift must always be used in conjunction with appropriate and adequate vehicle support stands. Also, this lift is designed to lift certain loads (e.g., vehicles, trailers) in specific ways (one end and never on the side).
Jolting caused by the wheels catching on uneven surfaces can cause physical strain and WARNING personal injury. Select Appropriate Vehicle Support Stands and Bring Them to the Immediate Work Area It is important that appropriate vehicle support stands are used. Use appropriate stands to support the load immediately after lifting.
Operating the Air Valve to Raise a Load 1. Once the lift has been positioned under the load to be lifted (according to the safety instructions on the lift), operate the air valve handle slowly to carefully raise the saddles to engage (capture) the lift points of the vehicle (see Figure 1).
Use Appropriate Vehicle Support Stands 1. After the lift is resting on a down stop lug and all air has been exhausted from the cylinder place appropriate vehicle support stands under the load. Be sure the stands have adequate capacity to support the load and are placed under the vehicle at manufacturer recommended lifting points.
Lifting a Trailer In addition to lifting vehicles, this lift can be used to lift trailers. It is important that the box or flat bed trailers be EMPTY prior to lifting to ensure that any weight imbalance in the load does not cause a tip-over when the load is lifted.
2. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To prevent serious injury or death from a falling vehicle, all inspection and maintenance procedures must be performed after the lift has been removed from service. Position the lifts so you have clear access to all sides of the lift for inspection and service.
3. STRUCTURAL INSPECTION WARNING To prevent serious injury or death from a falling vehicle, all inspection and maintenance procedures must be performed after the jack has been removed from service. Position the lift so you have clear access to all sides of the lift for inspection and service.
4. TROUBLESHOOTING This section contains a list of problems which may be encountered and their solutions. If the solution listed fails to correct the problem, contact the manufacturer using the contact information on the back cover of this manual. Please have the model number, and serial number of your jack available. The serial number is permanently stamped on a tag located on the top of the cylinder head plate.
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is there an air bag in this jack or a cylinder