Jegs 555-79006 User manual

Installation Instructions for 555-79006
4 Ton Bottle Jack
CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all
Safety Rules and Operational Instructions.
SPECIFICATIONS
Capacity
Lift Range
4 Ton (8000 lbs.)
8.15"-13.58"
8.15"-16.02" with screw extension
Owner and/or Operator Responsibility
The owner and/or operator shall read, study and understand the product instructions and retain them
for future reference.
Operation
The owner and/or operator shall have an understanding of the product and safety operating
instructions before operating the product. Safety information shall be emphasized and understood. If
the operator is not fluent in English, the product warnings/cautions and instructions shall be read to and
discussed with the operator in operator’s native language by purchaser/owner or his designee, insuring
that the operator comprehends their content.
Inspection
(a) Visual inspection MUST be made prior to each use of the jack. Check for cracks, cracked
welds, missing or damaged parts.
(b) Keep all moving parts clean and well lubricated.
(c) Owners and/or operators should be aware that repair of this equipment may require specialized
knowledge and facilities. It is recommended that an annual inspection of the product be made
by a manufacturer or supplier’s authorized repair facility and that any defective parts, decals, or
safety labels and signs be replaced with manufacturer or supplier’s specified parts.
Damaged Equipment
Any jack that appears to be damaged in any way or is found to be worn or operates abnormally SHALL
BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE IMMEDIATELY UNTIL REPAIRED. It is recommended that a
manufacturer or supplier’s authorized repair facility make necessary repairs if the manufacturer or
supplier permits repairs
Alterations
Because of potential hazards associated with the misuse of equipment of this type, NO
MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS shall be made to the product.
Attachments and Adaptors
Only attachments and/or adaptors supplied by the manufacturer shall be used.
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WARNING!!
Read, study and understand all instructions before operating this device.
Do not exceed rated capacity. Over-loading may cause damage to/or failure of the jack.
Always use only on hard, level surface. Do not use equipment on slopes or angles.
Lifting device only. Jack must not be used as a jack stand to hold loads for prolonged periods of time.
Immediately after lifting, support the vehicle with appropriate means. Use jack stands in pairs to support
loads.
Inspect jack stands before use as indicated by the manufacturer’s owner’s manual.
Lift only on areas of the vehicle as specified by the vehicle manufacturer’s owner’s manual.
Center load on the jack saddle. Off center loads can cause loss of load or damages to load and/or
equipment.
Never work directly under a supported load.
Do not move or dolly the vehicle while on the jack.
Place wheel chocks under vehicle wheels on both sides to prevent rolling.
Use in dry, well-lit areas.
Keep children and bystanders away. Children must never be allowed in work area. Do not let children
play on or around jack or lifted load.
Any jack that appears to be damaged in any way or is found to be worn or operates abnormally SHALL
BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE IMMEDIATELY UNTIL REPAIRED. It is recommended that a
manufacturer or supplier’s authorized repair facility make necessary repairs if the manufacturer or
supplier permits repairs.
Because of potential hazards associated with this type of equipment, NO ALTERATIONS SHALL BE
MADE to this product.
Only attachments and/or adapters supplied by the manufacturer shall be used.
Failure to heed these warnings may result in property damage, personal injury and/or death.
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Part #
Description
Part #
Description
1
Base
16
Cap Washer
2
Ball ¼”
17
Seal
3
Seal
18
Check Valve Kit
4
Release Valve
19
Handle
5
Packing
20
Pin
6
Cylinder
21
Pin
7
Washer
22
Cotter Pin
8
O-Ring
23
Handle Sleeve
9
Cup Seal
24
O-Ring
10
Ram
25
Top Nut
11
Extension Screw
26
Packing
12
Pump Plunger
27
Reservoir
13
Cup Seal
28
Filler Plug
14
O-Ring
29
Packing
15
Pump Cylinder
Parts List
Parts Diagram
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Operation
Prior to each use, visually inspect jack. Check for cracks, cracked welds, and missing and/or damaged
parts. Any jack that appears to be damaged in any of these ways must not be used.
To Lift
Close release valve tightly by turning clockwise. Adjust screw extension to desired height. Pump handle
up and down until vehicle is lifted.
Using the crimped end of jack handle, tighten the valve screw (A) located at the base of jack, by turning it
clockwise.
Assemble jack handle (B) and insert into housing (C). Pump handle up and down to raise jack to desired
height.
For added height: Before raising jack turn extension screw head (D) counter clockwise to desired
position.
To Lower: Open the release valve very slowly by turning counter-clockwise. Turn valve screw (A), ¼ to
½ a turn counter-clockwise Jack will slowly lower itself. Re-tighten (A) to stop jack at any desired height.
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D
A
A
B
C

Maintenance
(a) Visual inspection MUST be made prior to each use of jack. Check for cracks, cracked welds,
missing or damaged parts.
(b) Keep all moving parts clean and well lubricated.
(c) Owners and/or operators should be aware that repair of this equipment may require specialized
knowledge and facilities. It is recommended that an annual inspection of the product be made
by a manufacturer or supplier’s authorized repair facility and that any defective parts, decals, or
safety labels and signs be replaced with manufacturer or supplier’s specified parts.
Problem
Possible Cause
Remedy
Saddle won’t rise
Lifts only half way
Lifts, then lowers out
of control
Erratic lift.
1. Release valve open.
2. Oil Exhausted.
3. Defective suction
and/or exhaust valve.
4. Packing worn out or
defective.
1. Insufficient oil.
1. Air in system.
2. Defective suction
and/or release valve.
3. Defective piston
packing.
1. Defective plunger
packing and/or valve.
1. Tighten release
valve.
2. Fill tank with oil.
3. Check for dust or
foreign matter
inside and clean.
4. Replace packing.
1. Check oil supply
and fill.
1. Open oil plug on
the front of
cylinder. Hold
saddle down. Open
release valve and
pump handle
several times.
2. Clean valves and
adjust valve
contact.
3. Replace the piston
packing.
1. Clean valves
and/or packing.
Troubleshooting
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