Harbor Freight Tools 12 Ton Hydraulic Low Profile Heavy Duty Bottle Jack Product manual
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1. Wear ANSI approved safety goggles and heavy duty work gloves during use Keep clear of load while lifting and lowering Lower load slowly Do not use for aircraft purposes Apply parking brake and chock tires before lifting vehicle Lift vehicle only at manufacturer recommended locations Inspect before every use do not use if parts loose or damaged Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered work areas invite accidents Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating jack Distractions can cause you to lose control Protect others in the work area Stay alert Watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a jack Do not use a jack while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating jacks may result in serious personal injury Store idle jacks out of reach of children and other untrained persons Jacks are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Jack service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury When servicing a jack use only identical replacement parts refer to attached product specific parts list and diagram Follow instructions in the Inspection Maintenance And Cleaning section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk2. p o Jo g A Record Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts Bottle Jacks For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 11 Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities criminal activity improper installation normal wear and tear or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with tra
3. and situations that may occur The operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator A SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 3 Operating Instructions Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this document including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product Bleeding Saddle Oil Fill Hole Valve Release lt n Screw Oil Filler Plug IMPORTANT Before first use check for proper hydraulic oil level in the Jack Then thoroughly test the Jack for proper operation prior to its actual use If the Jack appears not to be working properly it may be necessary to bleed its hydraulic system of excess air Remove the Oil Filler Plug Insert the slot on the lower portion of the handle over the Valve Release Screw Turn the Handle counterclockwise to open the Valve Release Screw Insert the Handle into the Plunger Fulcrum Assembly Apply pressure to the Saddle and pump the Handle quickly several times Check the Oil Fill Hole and if necessary top off the Oil Fill Hole with hydraulic oil Replace the Oil Filler Plug Test the Jack several times for proper operation before attempting to lift a load If after purging the Jack still does not appear to be working properly do not use the Jack until it has b
4. service may not be included Specifications mem weightCapacity aione Hetgnt Dimensions Wetaht 93437 69484 7 1 4 x 5 3 4 All these jacks meet 2009 ANSI ASME PALD standards WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS This is the safety alert symbol Itis used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided A DANGER will result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided AWARNING could result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided ACAUTION could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE CAUTION Addresses practices not related to personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION AWARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future reference 1 Study understand and follow all 4 Lifting device only instructions before operating this device Immediately after lifting support the Do not exceed rated capacity vehicle with appropriate means Use only on hard level surfaces 5 Do not adjust safety valve REV 12b Page 2 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Bottle Jacks 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Bottle Jacks
5. Owner s Manual amp Safety Instructions Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly operating inspection maintenance and cleaning procedures Write the product s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram or month and year of purchase if product has no number Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference PITTSBURGH Heavy Duty Hydraulic Bottle Jack Item 66450 69472 4 Ton Item 96648 69475 8 Ton SS FEE Item 66569 69481 12 Ton Item 66480 694 Item 66481 69483 20 Ton Item 66482 69478 20 Ton Item 93437 69484 30 Ton ganar Visit our website at http www harborfreight com REV 12h Email our technical support at tech harborfreight com When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 800 444 3353 as soon as possible AWARNING Copyright 2012 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in Read this material before using this product any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Failure to do so can result in serious injury Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing SAVE THIS MANUAL improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Tools required for assembly and
6. e lifting point are in alignment If not remove and reposition the Jack before lifting the vehicle 4 To lift the vehicle pump the Handle of the Jack Use smooth full strokes for best results Once the vehicle is raised slide a jack stand of appropriate capacity not included to the proper lifting point referred to in the vehicle owner s manual If using two jack stands position them at the same point on each side of the vehicle Center the vehicle s lifting point s on the saddle of the jack stand s Set up the jack stand s according to the manufacturer s instructions making sure that they lock securely into position Note If using two jack stands they must be at the same height 7 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Slowly turn the Handle counterclockwise to open the Valve Release Screw and lower the vehicle onto the saddle s of the jack stand s Then turn the Upper Lower Handle firmly clockwise to close the Valve Release Screw Page 5 Lowering lunger ulcrum TU Handle on Valve Release Remove all tools parts etc from under the vehicle Position the Saddle under the lifting point Turn the Handle firmly clockwise to close the Valve Release Screw and pump the Upper Lower Handle to raise the vehicle slightly above the saddle s of the jack stands Then collapse and remove jack stand s Slowly turn the Handle counterclockwise never more than t
7. een repaired by a qualified service technician Page 4 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Bottle Jacks Lifting Plunger Elevating Fulcrum Screw some models A WARNING Set Jack on a flat level solid ground surface If using with vehicle set safely away from oncoming traffic and turn off vehicle s engine Also place the vehicle s transmission in PARK if automatic or in its lowest gear if manual Set the vehicle s emergency brake Then block the wheels that are not being lifted 1 Bottle Jacks Insert the lower portion of the Handle into the Valve Release Screw and turn the Handle counterclockwise to lower the Jack Once the Jack is fully lowered turn the Handle firmly clockwise to close the Valve Release Screw Carefully position the Saddle of the Jack under the vehicle manufacturer s recommended lifting point If equipped the Elevating Screw can be used to alter the height of the jack s saddle it is adjusted by turning it clockwise or counterclockwise See vehicle manufacturer s owner s manual for location of seam lifting point when lifting only one wheel and frame lifting points when lifting the entire front or rear end of the vehicle Pump the Handle until the top of the Jack s Saddle has nearly reached the vehicle lifting point Note The Jack should be positioned at 90 to the vehicle s lifting point to ensure the Jack s Saddle and vehicl
8. nsportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection verifies the defect we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement We will return repaired products at our expense but if we determine there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty then you must bear the cost of returning the product This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state PITTSBURGH 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353
9. of injury 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Maintain labels and nameplates on the Jack These carry important information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement Before use read manufacturer s instruction manual for the vehicle or object you will lift When lifting only one wheel support the load immediately with one jack stand not included placed under the side of the vehicle being lifted Align the saddle of the jack stand directly under the vehicle s seam or recommended lifting point When lifting the entire front end or rear end of a vehicle support the load immediately with two jack stands Align the saddles of the jack stands directly under the vehicle s frame or recommended lifting points Also adjust the jack stands to the same height Do not work under the vehicle without properly supporting the vehicle with jack stands Avoid dangerous oncoming traffic Use the Jack as far away from the roadside as possible Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements Do not allow anyone in the vehicle while using the Jack Keep all bystanders a safe distance away from the vehicle Do not support both ends of the vehicle at the same time Before lowering the Jack remove all tools and equipment from under the vehicle The warnings precautions and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions
10. several inches Open the release valve and force the saddle down as quickly as possible Jack may be low on oil Check the oil level and refill if needed Jack may require bleeding see instructions on page 5 Unit may have too much hydraulic oil inside check fluid level and adjust if needed Bottle Jacks PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS DOCUMENT AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO PITTSBURGH Bottle Jacks For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 9 Page 10 Parts List Part Description _ Qty 6 Seal 8 Bowi Washer 1 9 O Ring Piston 1 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Part Description _ Qty Bottle Jacks Assembly Diagram A 71 32 f U N
11. t included until the oil just begins to run out of the Oil Fill Hole d Then reinstall the Oil Filler Plug 4 Clean with a clean cloth with a detergent or mild solvent Then store the Jack in a safe dry location out of reach of children and other non authorized people Bottle Jacks For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 7 Troubleshooting AWARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY Use caution when troubleshooting a malfunctioning jack Stay well clear of the supported load Completely resolve all problems before use If the solutions presented in the Troubleshooting guide do not solve the problem have a qualified technician inspect and repair the jack before use After the jack is repaired Test it carefully without a load by raising it and lowering it fully checking for proper operation BEFORE RETURNING THE JACK TO OPERATION DO NOT USE A DAMAGED OR MALFUNCTIONING JACK POSSIBLE SYMPTOMS Handle moves up when jack is under Saddle will not lift all Jack will not lift at its weight capacity Pump stroke feels spongy Saddle lowers under load Page 8 Oil leaking from filler For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 PROBABLE SOLUTION Make certain that the jack is not supporting a load while attempting a solution Valves may be blocked and may not close fully To flush the valves Lower the Saddle and securely close the Release Valve Manually lift the saddle
12. wo full turns to lower the vehicle onto the ground Lower the Jack completely Then store in a safe dry location out of reach of children s reach PITTSBURGH Page 6 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Bottle Jacks Maintenance and Servicing Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Do not use damaged equipment If abnormal noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication 1 Before each use inspect the general condition of the Jack Check for broken cracked or bent parts loose or missing parts and any condition that may affect the proper operation of the product If a problem occurs have the problem corrected before further use Do not use damaged equipment 2 Before each use thoroughly test the Jack for proper operation prior to its actual use If the Jack appears not to be working properly follow Bleeding instructions on page 5 3 Change the hydraulic oil at least once every three years a With the Jack fully lowered remove the Oil Filler Plug on the side of the Housing b Tip the Jack to allow the old hydraulic oil to drain out of the Housing completely and dispose of the old hydraulic oil in accordance with local regulations c With the Jack upright completely fill the Housing with a high quality hydraulic oil no
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