Black Hawk Automotive BH2450 Instructions for use
Printed in China
BH2450-M0 09/09
Read this manual and follow all the Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before using this product.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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!ADVERTENCIA
• Leer, comprender, y seguir las instrucciónes antes de utilizar el aparato.
• El manual de instrucciónes y la información de seguridad deben estar comunicado en lengua del operador
antes del uso.
• No seguir estas indicaciónes puede causar daños personales o materiales.
U.S. Patent No. 6,969,077
Model Capacity
BH2450
450 lbs
40" Foldable Creeper Seat
Operating Instructions & Parts Manual
SFA Companies
10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153
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SPECIFICATIONS
SAFETY and GENERAL INFORMATION
For your safety, read, understand, and follow the information provided with and on this folding creeper. The owner
and operator shall have an understanding of this product and safe operating procedures before attempting to use.
The owner and operator shall be aware that use of this product may require special skills and knowledge. Instructions
and safety information shall be conveyed in the operator’s native language before use of this product is authorized.
Make certain that the operator thoroughly understands the inherent dangers associated with the use and misuse of
the product. If any doubt exists as to the safe and proper use of this product, remove from service immediately.
Inspect before each use. Do not use if there are broken, bent, cracked or damaged parts (including labels).
Any folding creeper that appears damaged in any way, or operates abnormally shall be removed from service
immediately. If the folding creeper has been subjected to a shock load (a load dropped suddenly, unexpectedly
upon it), immediately discontinue use until it has been inspected by an Blackhawk authorized service center. It
is recommended that an annual inspection be done by qualied personnel. Labels and Operator’s Manuals are
available from manufacturer.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
This device is designed to be folded in a ‘Z’ shape for use as a mechanics seat or unfolded for use as a mechan-
ics creeper. It is intended to be used to support and move, along a smooth and level surface, rated capacity loads
consisting of a single person weighing no more than *450 lbs. for the purpose of performing automotive maintenance
or service. This device is not intended, designed or engineered to be used for any other purpose.
Model Capacity Seat Size Creeper Size
BH2450 *450 lbs. ~14” x 12-1/4” ~40”
Figure 1 - Model BH2450 Components
*Rated Capacity: One (1) person weighing 450 lbs. or less- includes person, tools, equipment, personal items
Do not use this device for any purpose other than that for which it is expressly intended.
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Head Cushion
Head Frame
Middle Frame Rear Frame
Locking Pin
(Not Shown)
Casters (4)
Casters (2)
Fasteners (4)
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Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list
and Figure 1 illustration. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble, install or operate the prod-
uct. Contact customer service for replacement parts.
PREPARATION
Contents: 1 creeper body, 6 casters, 4 fasteners
Dimensions: 40” X 18” X 7-1/2”
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (see Figure 1)
1. Carefully unfold the creeper as seen in Fig. 1.
Keep hands away from pinch and crush points
that are created while folding and unfolding!
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2. Use a suitable open-end wrench to attach the head frame casters to Head Frame. Hand tighten with open end
wrench.
3. Use a 5 mm hex-key to attach the remaining casters to the Rear Frame. Insert the threaded fasteners from
above, the casters from below (as seen in Fig. 1), then hand tighten with hex key.
4. Attach Parts Tray to Rear Frame channel as seen below.
Figure 2
To avoid personal injury and property damage:
WARNING
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• Read, understand, and follow all printed materials provided with and on this product before use.
• Do not exceed rated capacity! Rated capacity is: 450 lbs. (includes person, tools, equipment, personal items).
• Sit down gently! Avoid shock loads caused by jumping or falling onto seat.
• Do not stand on seat.
• Beware of pinch and crush hazards when folding and unfolding.
• Keep out of the reach of children! This device is not appropriate for children’s use.
• Use on smooth, level surfaces only.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Refer to Fig. 2, 3)
Little instruction is necessary for the safe and proper use if all warning information is understood and followed.
Keep hands away from pinch and crush points that are created during use! Be alert and sober when
using this product! Never operate this equipment when under the inuence of drugs or alcohol.
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To transform creeper into seat position
Figure 3
To transform seat into creeper position
Step 1. Locate, then unlock the spring loaded Lock
Pin by pulling out until disengaged, at the same time
ip the Head Frame and Middle Frame upward and
back towards the Rear Frame section until the Lock
Pin can engage the Creeper Seat Locking Sleeve
(Fig. 3). Ensure Lock Pin is fully engaged.
Step 2. Flip the Head Frame forward until horizontal.
Step 3. Unlock the spring loaded Lock Pin by pull-
ing out until disengaged, then reverse steps 1, 2 to
convert Creeper Seat into Creeper.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Little maintenance is required of this device. Wipe
clean as needed. Use mild upholstery cleaner (not
caustic) to clean seat as needed.
Never add lubricant to casters!
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Reference
Item #3
Head Cushion
Item #1
Casters w/nut (2)
Item #4
Body Cushion 1
Item #5
Body Cushion 2
Casters w/fasteners (4)
Item #2
Item Part No. Description Qty
181045-1 Caster w/ fastener 4
281045-1A Caster w/ nut 2
381045-2BH Head Cushion 1
481045-3 Body Cushion 1 1
581045-4 Body Cushion 2 1
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For a period of one (1) year from date of purchase, SFA Companies will repair or replace, at its option,
without charge, any of its products which fails due to a defect in material or workmanship under normal usage. This
limited warranty is a consumer's exclusive remedy.
Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by returning the warranted product, freight
prepaid, to SFA Companies Warranty Service Department, 10939 N. Pomona Ave., Kansas City, MO 64153.
Except where such limitations and exclusions are specically prohibited by applicable law, (1) THE
CONSUMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE
PRODUCTS AS DESCRIBED ABOVE. (2) SFA Companies SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL
OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGE OR LOSS WHATSOEVER. (3) ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR, OTHERWISE THE REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND AS
PROVIDED UNDER THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER,
AND IS PROVIDED IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. (4) ANY MODIFICATION,
ALTERATION, ABUSE, UNAUTHORIZED SERVICE OR ORNAMENTAL DESIGN VOIDS THIS WARRANTY AND
IS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not
apply to you. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also
have other rights, which vary from state to state.
SFA Companies
10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City, MO 64153
816-891-6390
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Not all components of the jack are replacement items,
but are illustrated as a convenient reference of location
and position in the assembly sequence. When ordering
parts, give Model number, serial number and parts
description. Call or write for current pricing:
SFA Companies, 10939 N. Pomona Ave. Kansas City,
MO 64153, U.S.A.
Tel: (816) 891-6390 Fax: (816) 891-6599 E-Mail:
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