Stillwell Inc. Atlas Series Jacks Contents Warning ....................... 3 Before You Begin ..................4 Tools Required for Installation..............4 Supplies Required for Installation ............. 4 Selecting a Hydraulic Pump ..............4 Hydraulic Pump Requirements ..............5 Installation ....................7 Bolting ...................... 7 Welding ....................
Atlas Series Jacks Warning The Atlas is designed to be used in trailer applications only, with a trailer tongue weight which does not exceed 12,000 lbs (per jack leg). Any other use of this product is prohibited. Stillwell Inc. will not be responsible for damages resulting from improper use, installation, or care of this product.
DO NOT load or unload trailer while the Atlas is supporting the load and the trailer is not attached to a tow vehicle. ONLY load and unload a trailer when the trailer coupler is attached to a tow vehicle and the trailer is supported by the tow vehicle.
“Stillwell Inc. Compatible Pumps.” Hydraulic Pump Requirements The Atlas is designed to work with a wide variety of double acting (also known as “Double Circuit”) hydraulic pumps. See NexGen Single Acting Adapter for Single Acting applications.
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Stillwell Inc. Atlas Series Jacks Lift Speed vs. Lift Load at Jack Time to Full 26” Load at Jack (lbs.) Pump Pressure (psi) Lift Speed (in/sec) Extension (sec) 1000 1.47 2500 1.23 5000 1592 0.98 7500 2387 0.86 10000 3183 0.74...
Stillwell Inc. Atlas Series Jacks Installation Installation of the Atlas using methods other than those described in this document may result in denial of all warranty claims. Be sure to support the trailer weight with an appropriate trailer jack stand prior to installing the Atlas jack leg.
Stillwell Inc. Atlas Series Jacks For best performance, consider the desired maximum extension height of your trailer to determine the desired mounting point of the jack leg. Maximum extension height of the jack leg is shown in Figure 2 below.
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Stillwell Inc. Atlas Series Jacks consider the desired maximum extension height of your trailer to determine the desired mounting point of the jack leg. Maximum extension height of the jack leg is shown in Figure 3 below. Figure 3. Jack Height in Extended and Retracted Positions [All Dimensions in Inches] Welding should be done by a certified AWS welder using ASTM standard for welding to Carbon and Low Alloy Steel Tubes.
Atlas Series Jacks Hose Fittings The Atlas has #6 SAE female ports. When looking at the ports from the front of the jack, the extend port is on the right and the retract port is on the left as shown in Figure 4 below.
Stillwell Inc. Atlas Series Jacks Operation To Lower Hydraulic Leg CAUTION: Before operating the hydraulic jack leg, ensure that the trailer is in a location with a flat, even surface below it which is capable of holding the weight of your trailer.
A: Looking at the ports from the front of the jack, the left port is for retracting and the right port is for extending. Both are #6 SAE. Figure 5. Extend and Retract Ports on Atlas Jack Q: “The jack doesn’t extend at all.”...
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Atlas. Do not load or unload the trailer if it is not connected to a tow vehicle. Q: “Do I need to lubricate the moving surfaces of the jack?”...
LEGAL DUTY IN CONTRACT TORT, STATUTE OR OTHERWISE, RELATING TO THE SALE OF GOODS BY STILLWELL. In any event, Stillwell’s liability to You, regardless of the form of action, shall not exceed the total amount actually paid by You to Stillwell for the product. No action, regardless of form, arising out of or alleging either a breach of any warranty or a breach of contractual term or legal duty may be brought more than one (1) year after the cause of action accrues.
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Stillwell makes no representations or warranties relating to such technical advice. 6. Force Majeure. Stillwell does not assume the risk of and shall not be liable for delay or failure to perform any of its obligations by reason of circumstances beyond the reasonable control of Stillwell (hereinafter “Events of Force Majeure”).
Routinely check system for any leaking oil to prevent failure of worn • out hoses or adapters. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the safe use of your Atlas, please contact our customer support at 612-248-1110 or visit our website www.stillwellinc.com.
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