Fastway FLIP 88-00-4500 User manual

INSTALLATION AND
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

ID # Part # Description Qty.
1 88-01-6315 2" Spacer ring 1
2 88-01-6200 2" Stop washer 1
3 88-02-5117 3/8” flat washer zinc 2
4 88-02-5133 3/8" clevis clip zinc (R-clip) 1
588-01-4507 4” FLIP automatic jack foot 1
88-01-6600 6” FLIP automatic jack foot
6 88-02-5125 3/8” x 2-3/4" clevis pin zinc 1
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Fastway FLIP - Faster, Easier.™
Maximum lift capacity: 4,000 lb with both sides of trailer chocked
and parked on a grade less than 5% or 3˚.
For models:
88-00-4500 (4")
88-00-6500 (6")

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WARNING
CAUTION
• Read entire instruction manual before using this product. Failure
to do so can result in serious injury or property damage.
• Never exceed maximum 4,000 lb. lift capacity.
• Do not use the FLIP foot to support a trailer parked on grades
steeper than 5% (~3°).
• Both driver and passenger sides of the trailer must be securely
chocked when using the FLIP jack foot.
• Do not support trailer with jack foot placed on sloped ground or
debris. Jack foot base plate must be in complete contact with
ground.
• Support tongue weight with jack foot in the vertical position and
only with the jack resting on the support plate.
• Replace worn or faded safety label immediately.
• Do not install 2-1/4” model on a 2” jack.
• Install only on jack with properly positioned mounting hole.
• Always use adequate personal protective equipment when
installing including safety glasses.
• Avoid pinch points between jack extension, spacer ring, jack, and trailer
frame when retracting jack.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1
Park the trailer on a flat level surface, such as a driveway or
parking lot. Chock both sides of the trailer, and set the tow vehicle
parking brake. Keep the trailer coupled to the tow vehicle, or place
jack stands under the trailer tongue to support the trailer without
using the tongue jack. Disconnect the trailer plug, safety chains,
and safety breakaway cable from the tow vehicle and move them
out of the way.
Never exceed maximum 4,000 lb lift capacity.
Do not install the 2-1/4" model on a 2” jack (1-3/4" inside tube).
Install FLIP jack foot with trailer parked on level ground
both side-to-side and front-to-back.
STEP 2
Extend the jack slightly.
Inspect the jack foot
attachment hole at the
bottom of the inner tube
of the jack. If it is drilled
perpendicular to the trailer,
and between 1/2” and 1-1/4”
from the bottom of the tube,
no jack modifications are
required to install your FLIP
jack foot.
If the hole is NOT oriented correctly, is too low or too high, or if you
are installing your FLIP foot on a square jack, go first to STEP 3 to
prepare the jack, then continue with the installation of the FLIP jack
foot.
Hole at right angle to trailer and 1/2" to 1-1/4"
from bottom of tube needs no modification.

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Slide the spacer ring up onto the jack tube, followed by the stop
washer. The rings should slide freely up and down the tube. If the
tube is bent or damaged so as to not allow this, cut the damaged
end off of the jack, and follow STEP 3 to drill a new mounting hole in
the jack, or replace the jack.
NOTE: the spacer ring and stop washer are NOT needed when
using a square jack.
Hold the rings up above the FLIP foot, and slide the foot around
the jack tube so that the mounting holes and slots are aligned, with
the Flip label facing forward, toward the tow vehicle.
Slide a 3/8” washer over the mounting pin. Insert the pin through
the foot and jack. Slide the second 3/8” washer over the pin, and
push the R-clip through the pin to secure the foot in place.
Apply a small amount of lubricant to the top surface of the FLIP
foot. Wipe away any excess.
Lubricate
here
Test the FLIP foot operation by retracting the jack. Make sure the
FLIP foot rotates the full 90˚ to a right angle and is held tightly in
place (see STEP 6). If the jack reaches the end of travel before the
foot pivots fully and is held securely in place, you may need to add
an extra stop washer(s) to make up that distance, or drill a new
mounting hole following the instructions in STEP 3.

STEP 3
If your jack did not come with a mounting hole pre-drilled, or the
hole does not meet the requirements explained in STEP 2, you need
to drill a mounting hole in the bottom of your jack.
Retract the tongue jack far enough that you can fit a wood block
and Fastway FLIP jack foot under the inner jack tube. Place the
wood block on the ground, and place the jack foot on top, face
down with the base plate toward the back of the trailer.
1
2
Push the FLIP backward (1) so that
the inner jack tube is tight to the
support plate (2).
Make sure the FLIP is placed
parallel to the trailer before
drilling the guide holes.
3/16” pilot
hole guide
With the support plate of the FLIP pushed tightly against the jack
tube, slowly extend the jack into the back of the FLIP until it rests
firmly on the jack foot and block.
The drill guide holes should be perpendicular to the centerline of
the trailer and jack tube. They should be 1-1/4” from the bottom of
the tube, and centered on the tube.
Extend the jack until the weight
resting on the FLIP jack foot holds it
securely in place so that it will not move
while the guide holes are being drilled.
Use a 3/16” bit and drill a pilot hole on
each side of the jack tube using the pilot
guide holes on the sides of the jack foot.

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Retract the jack to a comfortable drilling height, and remove the
FLIP jack foot and the wood block.
Use a 3/8” drill bit to enlarge each pilot hole. Once the tube wall
has been penetrated, ream out the hole slightly to de-burr it and
open it up. Pass the drill bit all the way through the inner jack tube
to make sure there is a clean path for the pin all the way through
the tube. If drilling the holes leaves a burr or lip, use a file or grinder
to smooth the edge so the FLIP will pivot smoothly.
SQUARE JACK INSTALLATION
If you are installing the FLIP jack foot on a square, 2-1/4" jack with a
2" inner tube, you cannot use the guide holes pre-drilled in the FLIP
to locate the pilot holes as you can with a round jack. The pilot hole
must be drilled free hand, or by removing the jack from the trailer
and using a drill press.
Looking at the driver’s side face of the jack, measure up from the
bottom of the inner jack tube 1” and
scratch or draw a mark.
Measure half the distance between
the front and back faces of the tube and
scratch or draw a line that crosses the
first. This should be at 1” from both the
front and back on a 2” inner jack tube.
Repeat this process for the passenger
side.
Use a center punch to make a mark at
these locations on both sides of the jack.
Drill two 3/16” pilot holes on both sides using these punch marks
as a guide to start the hole.
Use a 3/8” bit to enlarge both pilot holes. Pass the drill bit
completely through the jack to make sure the installation pin will fit
smoothly.
Return to STEP 2 to continue the FLIP installation.
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1”
2”
2”

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Do not use the FLIP foot to support a trailer parked on grades
steeper than 5% (~3°).
Both driver and passenger sides of the trailer must be securely
chocked when using the FLIP jack foot.
Do not support trailer with jack foot resting on sloped ground
or debris .
Jack foot base plate must be in complete contact with ground.
STEP 4
When uncoupling your trailer, make sure that the trailer is parked
on fairly level ground. Pay special attention to the site when dry
camping to make sure the slope is not more than a 5% grade (3˚),
either side-to-side or front-to-back.
5%
3°
Do not use FLIP with trailer parked on a slope steeper
than a 5% grade, or 3 degrees.
Also make sure that the spot where the jack foot will rest is as level
as possible, and free from debris like sticks or stones that might
keep the jack foot from being completely supported.
Chock the wheels on both sides of the trailer securely. Disconnect
trailer plug, safety chains, and breakaway cable from the tow
vehicle. Uncouple the coupler, and extend the jack to raise the
coupler off the ball.
If using a weight distributing hitch, you may use the jack foot to
raise both the tow vehicle and trailer to make it easier to disconnect

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the hitch. Make sure to not exceed the 4,000 lb maximum lift
capacity. Once the spring arms are disengaged, lower the trailer
and tow vehicle back to a point where the tow vehicle is supporting
the trailer’s tongue weight. Uncouple the coupler, and extend the
jack to raise the coupler off the ball.
Support tongue weight with jack foot in the vertical position
and only with the jack resting on the support plate.
STEP 5
The FLIP jack foot is designed to
straighten automatically as more
weight is applied. At times it may be
helpful to move it forward slightly with
your foot to make sure it sits directly
below and in line with the jack so the
jack tube rests correctly against the
front of the jack foot and on top of the
support plate.
If the full tongue weight is placed
on the jack with the jack foot out of
position, the inner jack tube can bend,
resulting in improper function of the jack or jack foot. It may also
damage the jack foot or trailer.
If you must drop the trailer where there is not enough ground
clearance for the FLIP to operate correctly, simply remove the pin
and remove the FLIP from the jack.
Correct Incorrect
STEP 6
To couple your trailer, back the hitch ball under the coupler.
Retract the tongue jack until the coupler rests on the hitch ball.
Lock the coupler. If you are using a weight distributing hitch, extend
the jack to make engaging the weight distribution bars easier.

Retract the jack completely until the FLIP rotates up and out
of the way for towing. If the jack does not retract far enough to
accomplish this, you may take up the difference by adding an
additional stop washer(s) between the top of the FLIP foot and
the spacer ring. Alternatively, you may cut a small amount off the
bottom of the jack, then follow STEP 3 to drill a new mounting hole.
Do not force the jack handle after the jack has reached the top of
travel. Rotate it back slightly if necessary for towing. The FLIP foot
should be perpendicular to the jack for travel.
TOP-WIND JACK CAUTION
When traveling on very rough washboard roads for an extended
period of time, the vibration could cause the jack to unwind slightly,
allowing the FLIP foot to drop out of towing position. If you must
tow for an extended period on this type of road, remove the FLIP
foot from the jack, and replace it once your destination is reached.
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With jack fully retracted
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Limited one year warranty
Progress Mfg. Inc. warrants, to the original purchaser, this product
against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one
year from date of purchase. This warranty does not cover damage
due to normal wear and tear, misuse, neglect, abuse, or product
finish. Progress Mfg. Inc. reserves the right to repair or replace the
defective part(s) at their discretion. Replacement of product or
refund constitutes the fulfillment of all liabilities of Progress Mfg.
Inc. under this warranty. For questions about warranty coverage
and warranty authorization, please call [phone]. If warranty
repair or replacement is approved, send the entire product and
proof of purchase, shipping prepaid, to: Progress Mfg. Inc., 353
South 1100 West, Provo, UT 84601
Submit your warranty registration online at fastwaytrailer.com

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