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This .pdf document is bookmarked Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Lever Operated Chain Hoist JLH Series 1.6 Ton model shown WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing) Inc. 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Part No. M-275050 Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision C2 12/2012 www.waltermeier.com...
Walter Meier is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date product information, check with your local Walter Meier distributor, or visit waltermeier.com. WARRANTY JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product (MW = Metalworking, WW = Woodworking). WHAT IS COVERED? This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the exceptions stated below.
Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting operation. Failure to comply with instructions and warnings may cause serious injury. 2. This lever hoist is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a lever hoist, do not use until proper training and knowledge have been obtained.
Introduction This manual is provided by Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the JET JLH-Series Lever Hoists. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This tool has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual.
Unpacking Open carton and check for shipping damage. Report damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the Lever Hoist is assembled and running properly. Read this entire instruction manual thoroughly for set-up, maintenance and safety instructions.
The load chain supplied with your lever hoist designed, manufactured, and tested for proper fit and durability. chain should ever need replacing, for your own safety use factory replacement chain only. Use of other than factory replacement chain cause serious injury and/or damage to the lever hoist.
Operation The JLH Lever Hoist may be used either in vertical position as a hoist; or in angled or horizontal position as a puller. Below is the general procedure for operating the hoist: 1. Set the top hook securely. 2. Place the selector switch on the handle in the center neutral position, and pull out on the handwheel (Figure 4).
Point Hooks Point or “shipyard” hooks are available for your JET lever hoist, in 1.6 ton and 3.2 ton load Figure 8 sizes. They are available in both upper and lower hook styles.
Maintenance The lever hoist should be stored in a clean, dry environment. Clean and oil the hoist before storage. Hoists that are installed out-of-doors should be covered or brought inside when not in use. Periodically apply a light coat of 30 weight oil to the load chain.
Troubleshooting The numbers in parentheses refer to the parts breakdown on the following page. Trouble Probable Cause Remedy* Hoist will not lift (no Pawl (#12) not engaging ratchet disc Clean and lubricate pawl/ratchet disc clicking sound). (#15); possible dirt or foreign material. assemblies.
Parts List: JLH-80 (0.8 Ton) Parts listed under each assembly are parts that make up that assembly. Index No. Part No. Description Size 1 ....JLH80-1 ....Gear Case Assembly (0.8, 1 Ton) ............1 ..........Gear Case ..................1 ..........Bushing....................3 ....
Parts List: JLH-100 (1 Ton) Parts listed under each assembly are parts that make up that assembly. Index No. Part No. Description Size 1 ....JLH80-1 ....Gear Case Assembly (0.8, 1 Ton) ............1 ..........Gear Case ..................1 ..........Bushing....................3 ....
Parts List: JLH-160 (1.6 Ton) Parts listed under each assembly are parts that make up that assembly. Index No. Part No. Description Size 1 ....JLH160-1 ....Gear Case Assembly ................1 ..........Gear Case ..................1 ..........Bushing....................3 ..........Cover Plate ..................1 2 .....
Parts List: JLH-250 (2.5 Ton) Parts listed under each assembly are parts that make up that assembly. Index No. Part No. Description Size 1 ....JLH250-1 ....Gear Case Assembly ................1 ..........Gear Case ..................1 ..........Bushing....................3 ..........Cover Plate ..................1 2 .....
Parts List: JLH-320 (3.2 Ton) Parts listed under each assembly are parts that make up that assembly. Index No. Part No. Description Size 1 ....JLH320-1 ....Gear Case Assembly (3.2, 6.3, 9 Ton) ..........1 ..........Gear Case ..................1 ....
Parts List: JLH-630 (6.3 Ton) Parts listed under each assembly are parts that make up that assembly. Index No. Part No. Description Size 1 ....JLH320-1 ....Gear Case Assembly (3.2, 6.3, 9 Ton) ..........1 ..........Gear Case ..................1 ....
Parts List: JLH-900 (9 Ton) Parts listed under each assembly are parts that make up that assembly. Index No. Part No. Description Size 1....JLH320-1 ....Gear Case Assembly (3.2, 6.3, 9 Ton) ............. 1 ............Gear Case ......................1 ............
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26....JLH320-26 ....Cam (3.2, 6.3, 9 Ton) ..................1 ....JLH320-26-1....Cam (3.2, 6.3, 9 Ton) (models from 05-01-2008 to 01-31-2009) ....1 ....JLH320-26-2....Cam (3.2, 6.3, 9 Ton) (models from 02-01-2009 and forward) ......1 27....JLH320-27 ....Twisting Spring I (3.2, 6.3, 9 Ton) ..............1 28....JLH320-28 ....