Clarke CAX3TAB User manual

USER INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC0821 rev 1
ALUMINIUM AXLE STANDS (PAIR)
MODEL NO: CAX3TAB
PART NO: 7600035

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SAFETY WARNINGS
•Read these instructions carefully before
use.
• Do not exceed the axle stands maximum
load (1.5 tonne each / 3 tonne per pair),
The vehicle weight will be stated in the
owners manual.
• Use only as specified in this manual.
• NEVER let children play in or around a
vehicle that is on axle stands.
• ALWAYS make sure that before you work
below the vehicle, a responsible person is
aware in case of injury or accident.
• Do not use more than one pair of axle
stands.
• Replace the warning label if it becomes
unreadable.
• Use only on a hard, flat surface, for
example concrete.
• Make sure that you chock all the wheels
that remain on the ground.
• Make sure that the supported vehicle
cannot move.
• Set each axle stand below an
appropriate strong point on the vehicle -
See your vehicle owners manual for
advice.
• Take care when using the axle stands on
a three-wheeled vehicle or trailer.
• Use stands as a matched pair to support
one end of a vehicle only.
• For your safety, never attempt to modify
these axle stands.
WARNING: NEVER WORK UNDER A VEHICLE SUPPORTED ONLY BY A JACK.
WARNING: AFTER LIFTING THE VEHICLE, SUPPORT IMMEDIATELY WITH
PROPERLY RATED AXLE STANDS.

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ASSEMBLY
1. Slide the lower column into the
base.
2. Secure in place using the spring
washer and bolt as shown on the
right.
USING THE AXLE STANDS
1. Refer to the vehicle handbook for the
correct jacking procedure and
location of support points.
2. Raise the vehicle using a suitable lifting
jack.
ADJUSTING THE AXLE STANDS
1. Remove the locking pin (if fitted).
2. Raise the upper column to the
required height and replace the
locking pin.
3. Position the axle stand under a
suitable supporting point. See your
vehicle manual for the location.
WARNING: BEFORE USE, MAKE SURE THAT THERE IS NO DAMAGE TO ANY
PART OF THE AXLE STAND, IF THERE IS, DO NOT USE.
WARNING: DO NOT EXCEED THE RATED LOAD OF 3 TONNE PER PAIR OR
1.5 TONNE PER STAND.
WARNING: IT MUST BE ENSURED THAT THE VEHICLE/LOAD IS CAREFULLY
LOCATED ONTO THE CENTRE OF THE AXLE STAND SADDLE. FAILURE TO DO
THIS CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE AXLE STANDS, LOSS OF SUPPORT TO
THE LOAD, SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.

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LOWERING THE VEHICLE
1. Slowly lower the vehicle onto the centre of the saddle.
REMOVING THE AXLE STANDS
1. Raise vehicle clear of the axle stands.
2. Remove stands.
3. Ensure that all tools, equipment and personnel are clear before carefully
lowering the vehicle to the ground.
SPECIFICATION
WARNING: DO NOT LOAD THE STANDS OFF CENTRE. FAILURE TO HEED THIS
WARNING MAY CAUSE DAMAGE, INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
Maximum Height 396 mm
Minimum Height 271 mm
Maximum Load 3 tonne (3000 kg) per pair or 1.5 tonne
(1500 kg) per stand
Product Weight 4.55 kg per pair