Jegs 81245 User manual

Assembly Guide for 81245
Gantry Crane
1-Ton Capacity

Parts List
1
1(24) Bolt [M15 x 35mm]
2(28) Washer [M12]
(28) Lock Washer [M12]
(28) Nut [M12]
(8) Bolt [M14 x 40mm]
3
4
5
6(8) Washer [M14]
(4) Bolt [M8 x 40mm]
(8) Lock Washer [M14]
(8) Nut [M14]
(4) Bolt [M12]
(2) Bolt [M10 x 180mm]
7
8
9
10
11
12
(4) Nut [M10]
13
(4) Nut [M8]
14
(4) Bolt [M12 x 100mm]
(16) Bolt [M10 x 30mm]
(16) Lock Washer [M10]
(16) Nut [M10]
15
16
17
18
(4) Pin
(2) Handle
(1) Crossbeam
(4) Plate
(2) Inner Vertical Post
(4) Support Tube
19
20
21
22
23
24
(2) Outer Vertical Post
25
(4) Pin
26
(2) Base Assembly
(4) Swivel Caster
27

Read Before Installation Assembly
Thank you for your purchase of this JEGS 1-Ton
Gantry Crane.
Before assembly, please be sure to verify that all of
the kit components have been received. Reference
the parts list on the previous page. If any components
are missing or damaged please contact customer
service at: 1.800.345.4545.
Assembly of this kit can be done with basic hand
tools. If you are having issues, or have questions
regarding the assembly of this gantry crane, please
contact our technical support department at:
1.800.345.4545.
If your are not comfortable assembling this kit on your
own, please consult a professional. For your safety,
the hazardous nature of this tool requires that it be
assembled correctly.
The JEGS Gantry Crane does not come with a
trolley (555-81247) or hoist (555-81249). These
components are available separately at
www.jegs.com.
Do not operate this tool until you have read and
understand this user guide. Always wear safety
goggles and work gloves. Avoid loose fitting clothing
and hanging jewelry and hair.
Return Information: Before modifying any of
the parts in this kit, please trial fit all components.
Modified parts will not be accepted for return.
Do not fully tighten hardware before final assembly.
This allows everything fits properly.
1. Attach 2 plates (#20) to two sides on the one
end of the Crossbeam (#19). Secure with
4 bolts (#1), 4 washers (#2), 4 spring washers
(#3), and 4 nuts (#4). Repeat for another end.
2. Attach each Inner Vertical Post Assembly (#21)
to the Crossbeam (#19), secure with 8 bolts (#1),
8 washers (#2), 8 spring washers (#3), and 8 nuts (#4)
3. Attach the 4 Swivel Casters (#27) to the Gantry
Base Assembly (#26). Apply grease to the zerk
fittings located on each caster for proper function.
4. Attach each Outer Vertical Post Assembly (#24)
to each Base Assembly (#26) making certain that
the slot at two sides of the Outer Vertical Post
Assembly are facing to the castors direction.
From the top, insert 2 Bolts (#14) through the
base of the Outer Vertical Post Assembly, and
into the Base Assembly. Slip on 2 Washers (#2),
2 Spring Washers (#3) and secure with 2 Nuts (#4).
5. Attach 2 Support Tubes (#22) to each
Outer Vertical Post Assembly (#23). Insert 1
Bolt (#5) through the top of the Support Tube,
and through the eyelet. Slip on 1 Washer (#6),
1 Spring Washer (#7) and secure with 1 Nut
(#8). Attach the other end of support tube to
the base assembly by bolts, washers, spring
washers, and nuts. Repeat for all 4 Support Tubes.
6. Insert the Inner Vertical Post (#21) into the
Outer Vertical Post (#23). Insert 1 Pin (#18)
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of the Pins with Chain through the slot and
the Inner Vertical Post hole so that it goes all
the way through, let the other pin. Attach the
Handle (#24) to the bracket on the side of Outer
Vertical Post, insert 1 Bolt (#10) from the inside,
slip on 1 Washer (#14), 1 Spring Washer (#15)
and secure with 1 Nut (#11). Make sure the 2
hooks of the handle hold the two ends of the
Pin (#18). Repeat for another post assembly.
7. Tighten all the Bolts and Nuts securely and make
certain that the entire assembly is tight and secure.
8. At this time you can install your trolley and hoist,
not included with this gantry.
Assembly Contd.
3
Raising the Crossbeam
1. Raising the crossbeam requires 2 people.
2. On the Outer Vertical Post Assembles (#23)
there are 2 Handles (#24) with hooks. With the
handle in the raised position, place the
hooks on either side of the lower pin and
pull the handle downward. This will raise
the Inner Vertical Post (#21) by one hole.
3. Insert the second pin into the newly exposed
hole to hold the crossbeam at this height.
4. To raise another level, remove the upper pin and
repeat the process rotating the pins as you go.
5. Repeat this process to continue raising the
gantry. There are 13 positions.
User Guide
Lowering the Crossbeam
1. Lowering the crossbeam requires 2 people.
2. On the Outer Vertical Post Assembles (#23)
there are 2 Handles (#24) with hooks. With the
handle in the raised position, place the hooks
on either side of the upper pin and pull the
handle downward. This will raise the Inner
Vertical Post (#21) enough to remove the lower pin.
3. Slowly raise the handles and let the inner post
slide downward until it rests on the pin.
4. To go another level lower, inset a second pin into
the hole above the lower pin, reattach the handle
hooks and repeat the above steps.
5. Repeat this process to continue lowering the
gantry. There are 13 positions.
Lifting an Item
1. Situate crane directly above the item that is
to be lifted.
2. Lock the casters to prevent unwanted movement.
3. Adjust the gantry crossbeam height as needed
4. Carefully and securely attach the item to the crane
using a trolley, and hoist.
5. Using either the trolley, hoist, or both, lift the item.