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fig.2
3.4.
lowering the vehicle
warninG! ensure there are no persons or obstacles beneath
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the vehicle, or in the path of its descent.
3.4.1. If using axle stands, raise the jack high enough for the stands
to be easily removed. Then place the handle onto the release
valve nut and turn anti-clockwise, very slowly, to open the valve.
3.4.2. The lowering speed is controlled by the amount you turn the
handle. lower carefully, avoid any sudden changes in descent
rate which would shock load the hydraulic system.
3.4.3. lowering with the safety locking mechanism off.
To lower the jack all the way down, engage the safety locking
mechanism in its clip, see fig. 3. The safety locking
mechanism will disengage once the jack is fully lowered.
3.4.4. lowering with the safety mechanism engaged.
lower the jack (as per 3.4.2.) the jack will stop lowering as it
engages in the first stop of the safety mechanism. To continue
lowering the jack will need to be raised fractionally to release
the safety locking mechanism.
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4.
Maintenance
4.1.
When the jack is not in use, the ram should be in its lowest
position to minimise corrosion. remove the handle to
inactivate jack.
4.2.
Keep the jack clean and lubricate all moving parts on a
regular basis.
4.3.
Before each use check for broken, cracked, bent, or loose
parts, or any visible damage to ram, pump, saddle, lifting
arm, frame and all parts including nuts, bolts, pins and other
fasteners. If any suspect item is found remove jack from
service and take necessary action to remedy the problem.
do not use the jack if believed to have been subjected to
abnormal load or shock load.
4.4.
Periodically check the pump piston and the ram for signs of
corrosion. clean exposed areas with a clean oiled cloth.
4.5.
After one year the oil should be replaced in order to extend
the life of the jack. use hydraulic jack oil only.
Important: Only fully qualified personnel should attempt
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hydraulic maintenance or repair.
4.6.
To check the oil level, fully lower the jack. remove top cover
by undoing the two 14mm screws and remove oil filler plug
(fig.4). The correct level is just below the bottom of the plug.
If oil level is low, fill as required.
noTe: use a good quality jack oil, such as seAleY
HYDrAulIc JAcK oIl.
warninG: Do not use brake fluid, or any fluid other than
p
hydraulic jack oil as this may cause serious damage to the
jack and will invalidate the warranty!
4.7.
When draining the oil make sure that no dirt is allowed to
enter the hydraulic system.
iMPortant: no resPonsiBility is accePted for
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incorrect use of this Product.
Hydraulic products are only repaired by local service agents.
We have service/repair agents in all parts of the uK.
Do not return jacks to us. Please telephone us on 01284
757500 to obtain the address and 'phone number of your
local agent. If jack is under guarantee contact your local
sealey dealer.
fig.3
de-commissioning the jack
should the jack become completely unserviceable and
require disposal, draw off the oil into an approved container
and dispose of the jack and the oil according to local
regulations.
Original Language Version
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2000lJ Issue: 1 - 05/03/14
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