HURST JL-20C User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
JL-20C JL-30C JL-60C
EXTENSION RAMS

PRODUCT SAFETY
POLICY
Power units and tools should be operated by
qualified personnel only.
Proper protective clothing should be worn. (i.e.
bunker gear, gloves, helmets, face shields, etc.)
Inspect the equipment for obvious broken or
missing parts or damaged hose before and after
use.
Keep clear of all moving parts.
hen pulling, keep clear of chains.
hen lifting, always use cribbing to shore and
stabilize the object being lifted.
hen storing tool, compensate for possible
pressure buildup from thermal expansion of
hydraulic fluid by connecting the two short
hoses on the tool,completing the circuit. Move
trigger in both directions to equalize the pres
sure on both side of the piston.
HYDRAULIC
FLUID:
*Monsanto product name MCS-2361 - MSDS on file.
hen removing the tool from a multi-tool
circuit, be sure the other tools are not in use
and the dump valve is in the "closed" position
before disconnecting unit.
Be sure to follow all maintenance procedures.
Return your warranty registration card.
Use only factory authorized service parts.
Use only Jaws of Life fire resistant hydraulic
fluid.* Do not substitute other brands of
hydraulic fluid because characteristics may
differ. Fluid such as brake fluid or automatic
transmission fluid will not work in the Jaws of
Life system and will damage the equipment.
Ear protection should be worn when operating
the 2-cycle and 4-cycle units.
Jaws Of Lifeâ hydraulic fluid* is a custom blended phosphate ester fluid. In case of skin contact, wash
off with soap and water. In case of eye contact, flush with generous amounts of running water. If
discomfort persists following flushing, see physician for symptomatic treatment.
DO NOT OPERATE EQUIPMENT WHEN TIRED, STAY ALERT.
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Jaws of Life© products are designed and manufactured to
provide excellent service when used for their intended purpose.
Operator safety is a ma or consideration in the product design
and operator manuals are provided to promote their safe
usage. Additionally, operator training programs are offered by
all authorized Jaws of Life Distributors and this company.
Hale Products, Inc. urges all users of Jaws of Life products to
read the Instruction Manual and to seek operating instructions
from qualified instructors before attempting to use the products.
Although most safety precautions are addressed in factory
authorized training programs, as well as throughout this
manual, particular attention is directed to the following:

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1
Remove Rescue Tool from carton;
inspect unit and confirm that all bolts
and screws are securely fastened
and the unit has not been damaged
in shipment.
Before connecting the hydraulic
hoses, place the power unit by-pass
valve lever in the DUMP position.
ASSEMBLY/STORAGE
2
JL-20C JL-30C JL-60C

3
5
To operate the uick disconnect
couplings, align the slot in the sleeve
with the pin. Slide the sleeve back to
connect or disconnect the coupling.
After connecting the coupling, rotate
the sleeve ¼ to ½ turn to lock the
coupling.
Connect the hoses from the power unit
to the 15 inch hoses on the Ram as
shown.
Start the power unit and move the
operating lever on the power unit by-
pass valve to the PRESSURE position.
Operate the Ram by twisting the
actuator handle counter clockwise to
extend the Ram and clockwise to
retract. If the Ram does not operate
correctly, make sure the uick
disconnects are properly connected
per steps 2 and 3 above. If needed,
refer to the troubleshooting section of
this manual.
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3

6
8
7
To attach chain shackles to the Ram,
slip the shackles over the feet of the
Ram and insert the long shackle pins
through the holes in the feet, locking
the shackles into place.
NOTE: Not applicable to JL-20C Rams.
CAUTION: Be certain to attach the
chains in the same direction (both
hooks facing the same direction) to
prevent twisting.
4
For initial start-up and after service or
maintenance, extend and retract the
Ram several times to purge any air
from the system.

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11
10
After use, disconnect Ram from the
power unit. Connect the two 15 inch
pigtail hoses on the Ram to each other.
Protect the unit from moisture or store
in a moisture free location. Secure in
ade uate storage space to prevent
damage to the Ram and kinking of the
hoses.
5
Before attempting to disconnect the
Ram from the power unit always move
the operating lever of the power unit
by-pass valve to the DUMP position.
IMPORTANT: Your Ram must be registered.
PLEASE RETURN THE ENCLOSED
SELF-ADDRESSED ARRANTY CARD.
Should you have to contact us about
your Ram, refer to the tool serial
number (found on the tool as shown).
This identification will expedite any
service you may re uire and will
also enable us to keep your records
current.

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1
SPREADING/PULLING
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To push an auto seat back, insert the
Ram between a firm surface and frame
of the seat. Twist the actuator handle
counter clockwise to extend the Ram
and break the seat bracket.
To lift a dashboard or steering column,
place the stationary foot of the Ram at
the base of the door opening on the
latch side. Extend the Ram to make
secure contact with the lower side of
the dashboard/steering column.
Continue extending to displace the
dashboard/steering column.
NOTE:
This procedure applies to 30C & 60C Rams.
JL-20C JL-30C JL-60C

3
To lift a dashboard or steering column
with a 20C Ram, place the stationary
foot of the Ram on the floorboard.
Extend the Ram to make secure
contact with the lower side of the
dashboard/steering column. Continue
extending to displace the dashboard/
steering column.
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5A. Fully extend Ram.
B. Place shackles over ends of feet
and insert the shackle pins through
the shackles.
C. Wrap chain around the steering
column and slip hook over the chain.
D. Attach the other chain to the body
frame beneath the car.
E. Adjust the chain length at grab
hooks until all slack has been removed
from the chain and the Ram is resting
on the hood of the car.
4PULLING

6Lift steering column by retracting the
Ram. If the steering column has not
been pulled far enough away from the
victim when the Ram is fully retracted,
secure the steering column in its
current position, then extend the Ram
and shorten the chain length by
adjusting chain at the grab hooks until
all slack has been removed. Retract
the Ram again to move the steering
column a greater distance from the
victim.
FURTHER READING
International Fire Service Training Association
Principles of Extrication, First Edition
(Oklahoma State University, Board of Regents, 1990).
Grant, Murray, Bergeron
Emergency Care, Third Edition
(Bowie, Maryland: Prentice-Hall, 1982).
Office of Fire Prevention and Control
Accident Victim Extrication
(State of New York, Department of State, 1983).
International Fire Service Training Association
Aircraft Fire Protection and escue Procedures
(Oklahoma State University, Board of Regents, 1978).
NASD
Emergency Action at Aircraft Accidents
(Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency,
Office of Fire Safety Service,
Pennsylvania State Fire Academy).
Ohio Trade and Industrial Education Service
Victim escue
(Columbus, Ohio: Ohio State University, 1976).
International Fire Service Training Association
Fire Service escue Practices, Fifth Edition
(Oklahoma State University, Board of Regents, 1981).
Balog, Ketola, Varker, McInterney and Scott
escue of Elderly and Disabled Passengers from
Paratransit Vans and Buses
(Cambridge, Mass: Urban Mass Transportation
Administration, 1984).
Richard Hornfeck, Assoc. Prof. and Director, Highway
Safety and Gary Fulton, State Coordinator of Rescue
Training
Pennsylvania Basic Vehicle escue Student Manual
(Indiana University, Division of Emergency Health,
Harrisburg, Pa. 1982).
U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration
Crash Victim Extrication
(Washington, DC, U.S. Government Printing Office,
Revised 1979).
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TROUBLESHOOTING AND
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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DAILY MAINTENANCE/INSPECTION
PROBLEM
Tool operates erratically,
slowly or fails to
operate.
Tool has apparent loss
of power
Tool fails to operate
CAUSE
 Hydraulic Fluid is low
 Air in Hydraulic System
 Valve thumb control lever is loose
 Low flow from power unit
 Erratic flow from power unit
 Low pressure from power unit
 Lea in control valve seals
 Internal seal failure
 Coupling failure
 Couplings not properly connected
 Coupling failure - fails to open
internal chec when connected
 No flow from Power Unit
 Hoses Reversed on power unit
 Couplings reversed on tool
REMEDY
 Chec fluid level in reservoir and add fluids as required
 Fully open and close tool several times.
 Tighten or replace screw on thumb control lever, or replace
thumb control lever assembly as required.
 Have power unit repaired.
 Have power unit repaired.
 Have power unit repaired.
 Remove and replace control valve.
 Have tool repaired with new seals.
 Remove and replace couplings.
 Connect couplings correctly (See page 3, section 4)
 Remove and replace coupling
 Chec power unit and repair as required.
 Remove and reverse hoses
 Remove and reverse couplings
GENERAL MAINTENANCE GUIDE*
* Call your authorized Jaws of Life
Distributor for maintenance and annual
inspection care.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE*
AFTER USE MAINTENANCE
ANNUAL INSPECTION*
STORAGE
 Clean tool.
 Chec for wear or damage on all parts.
 Chec that all fasteners are in place and securely fastened.
* Call your authorized Jaws of Life Distributor
for maintenance and annual inspection care.
 Inspect carefully for Hydraulic lea s
 Inspect hoses and couplings for wear and damage.
 Chec control valve operation for easy operation and free return.
 Chec cylinder rod for dirt and scoring.
 Be sure all parts are clean.
 Chec feet for damage.
6 MONTH MAINTENANCE  Pressure chec all valve and internal seals. Replace as required.
 Chec Ram feet for damage and wear.
 Pressure chec all valves and internal seals. Replace as required.
 Chec operating pressure, unloaded through full operating cycle.
 Chec Ram feet for chips, crac s or other damage.
 Chec opening and closing times.
 Replace operating decals, if necessary.
 Replace hoses, couplings and fasteners as required.
 Clean and lubricate Ram.
 Protect unit against moisture.
 Store in adequate space to prevent damage to hoses, connectors or Ram
itself.
 CAUTION: Before storage, connect the 15" hoses to each other and
move thumb control n both d rect ons to equal ze pressure n
system.

Chains and shackles
Pulling applications require a
chain-and shackle
package. All
packages
include
two
attachment shackles
and two 6-foot sections of
chain with slip hooks. Shackles
attach to Jaws of Life tools with
quick-release pins.
¨ Package A: JL-16, JL-24
¨ Package B: JL-32B, JL-27, rams
¨ Package C: Extension chain for
JL-32B, JL-27
En ry ips
These tips originally designed for aircraft
skin applications are useful in piercing,
cutting and slitting sheet metal, wallboard
and other panel type barriers
such as trains, planes,
buses, ship bulkheads and
mobile homes. They
interchange quickly with
standard automotive style
tips of JL-32B and JL-27.
2-cycle addi ive lubrican
This synthetic lubricating oil comes
in convenient 2-ounce bottles de-
signed to mix with 1 gallon of
gasoline. Regular use assures
proper gasoline mixture for smooth
operation and extended life, (24 bottles/
case).
Reels
Available with manual
or electric rewind,
space-saving reels come
with 100 feet (30.5m) of hose to allow
quick, efficient operation and orderly
hose storage. There is no need to remove
the power unit from the vehicle. Electric
12V DC rewind model operates from the
emergency vehicles electrical system.
Both units are 18 inches (457mm) high
and rest on a 14-inch (356mm) mounting
base. The electric rewind model is 17
inches long by 23.25 Inches wide (432mm
by 590mm); the manual model is 16.5
inches by 18 inches (419mm by 457mm).
ACCESSORIES
ENHANCE YOUR
SYSTEM WITH
THESE
ACCESSORIES.
Fire-resis an hydraulic fluid
Jaws of Life synthetic fluid is the best fluid
available for hydraulic rescue applications.
It is a fire-resistant, noncorrosive,
electrically nonconductive, rust
preventive lubricant that maintains its
viscosity over a wide range of
temperatures. Jaws of Life hydraulic fluid
resists deterioration over time and has
proven itself as the hydraulic fluid of
choice for two decades. It is available by
the case (7 quarts/6.65 liters per case).
Mul i- ool manifold blocks
Connect two or three Jaws of Life tools to
a single power unit and simplify hydraulic
hose layout. These patented multi-tool
manifolds allow automatic pressure
change-over to any of
the connected
tools. Constructed
of rugged alloy
steel with black
oxide finish and high
visibility reflector
plate. Multi-tool
manifolds are
available with or
without pressure
dump valve.
A achmen se
Real-life extrications often require more
than standard tips. This handy set
increases the
capability of
your system.
The set includes
a conical point,
base plate,
V-block and
wedge that
mount directly
to any of the rams. An adapter permits
the base plate to be used with the JL-32B
and JL-27 for lifting applications. The
components are investment cast tool
steel. The set is enclosed in an
impact-resistant plastic storage/carrying
case, and includes shackle pins.
Hose
Nonconductive thermoplastic
twinned-line Jaws of Life hose is
lightweight, kink-resistant, permanently
bonded and provides superior flexibility.
This distinctive orange hose is completely
synthetic
and Kevlar
reinforced,
and meets or
exceeds SAE
100R8. It resists
deterioration
and abrasion,
and is easy to
clean. Proof-tested to 20,000 psi (1,380
bar), our hose provides a 4:1 operational
safety factor, and is available in 100-foot
(30.5m), 30-foot (9.15m) and 16-foot
(4.9m) lengths with quick disconnects.
Jaws of Life® leads the industry in innovation-- not just in hydraulic
rescue tools, but in a broad range of accessories that complement the
industrys most complete line.

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