Lippert 285420 Installation instructions

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Manual Sidewinder
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Installation and Owner’s Manual
(For Aftermarket Applications)
CCD-0003785
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................ 2
Safety ................................................... 2
Parts List ................................................ 3
Resources Required ................................... 3
Prior to Installation ..................................... 4
Operation ............................................... 5
Crank Handle Operation ............................... 5
Unhitching from a Tow Vehicle ........................ 6
Maintenance ............................................ 6
Notes .................................................... 7
Manual Sidewinder
Tongue Jack
Installation and
Owner’s Manual
(For Aftermarket Applications)
Manual Sidewinder Tongue Jack Aftermarket KitManual Sidewinder Tongue Jack Aftermarket Kit
Kit #Kit # DescriptionDescription
285420 Manual Sidewinder Tongue Jack

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Safety
Read and fully understand all instructions before installing
or operating this product Adhere to all safety labels.
This manual provides general instructions. Many variables
can change the circumstances of the instructions, i.e., the
degree of difficulty, operation and ability of the individual
performing the instructions. This manual cannot begin
to plot out instructions for every possibility, but provides
the general instructions, as necessary, for effectively
interfacing with the device, product or system. Failure
to correctly follow the provided instructions may result
in death, serious personal injury, severe product and/
or property damage, including voiding of the Lippert
limited warranty.
MOVING PARTS CAN PINCH, CRUSH, OR CUT. KEEP
CLEAR AND USE CAUTION.
THE “WARNING” SYMBOL ABOVE IS A SIGN THAT A
SAFETY RISK IS INVOLVED AND MAY CAUSE DEATH,
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR SEVERE PRODUCT
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE IF NOT SAFELY ADHERED TO AND
WITHIN THE PARAMETERS SET FORTH IN THIS MANUAL.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED
IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR SEVERE PRODUCT AND
PROPERTY DAMAGE, INCLUDING VOIDING OF THE
COMPONENT WARRANTY.
THE “CAUTION” SYMBOL ABOVE IS A SIGN THAT
A SAFETY RISK IS INVOLVED AND MAY CAUSE
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PRODUCT OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE IF NOT SAFELY ADHERED TO AND WITHIN
THE PARAMETERS SET FORTH IN THIS MANUAL
Introduction
The Manual Sidewinder Tongue Jack is a hand-cranked
mechanical jack that offers simple and straightforward
application and installation. It features a side-winding
crank handle to accommodate a better range of motion
while operating the jack and has a lifting capacity of 2,000
lbs. Do not exceed the capacity limit.
NOTE: The Sidewinder tongue jack is designed for vertical
movement of the trailer only.
NOTE: Images used in this document are for reference
only when assembling, installing and/or operating this
product. Actual appearance of provided and/or purchased
parts and assemblies may differ.
Additional information about this product can be obtained
from lci1.com/support or by using the myLCI app.
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CalloutCallout PNPN DescriptionDescription
A285420 Manual Sidewinder Tongue Jack
Additional Kits Available for Purchase
Kit-B 405217 Foot Pad for Tongue Jacks, 9”
C405174 Adjustable Inner Foot Pad
G225598 Snap Pin; 3” x 3/8”
Kit-D 140561 Foot Pad for Sidewinder Tongue Jack
G225598 Snap Pin; 3” x 3/8”
Additional Parts Available for Purchase
E377962 9” Foot Pad
F165253 Foot Pad for Tongue Jacks
G225598 Snap Pin; 3” x 3/8”
H382844 Clevis Pin
I118105 Cotter Pin
J131619 Hex Bolt; 5/8” - 11
K118130 Flat Washer; 5/8”
L118166 Lock Washer; 5/8”
M129086 Hex Nut; 5/8” - 11
Parts List
NOTE: Parts and kits listed are not part of the Sidewinder
Tongue Jack kit but can be purchased separately. It is
always recommended to install a footpad for proper jack
operation.
NOTE: Part numbers are shown for identification and
reference purposes only. Not all parts are available for
individual sale.
A
G
F
G
G
B
D
Resources Required
• Cordless or electric drill or screw gun
• 9/16” socket

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Prior to Installation
THE TRAILER MUST BE SUPPORTED PER
THE MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATIONS
BEFORE WORKING UNDERNEATH. FAILURE
TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR SEVERE PRODUCT OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
1. Make sure the trailer is parked on level ground.
2. Chock all tires.
3. Support the trailer according to the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
4. Remove existing tongue jack from A-frame and
properly dispose of jack. Retain mounting hardware
and/or footpad and footpad hardware for future use. If
hardware is damaged or missing, refer to the Additional
Parts Available Separately table section for replacement
hardware options.
Installation
1. Carefully slide the jack leg (Fig.1A) through the hole in the
coupler (Fig.1B) of the trailer’s A-frame (Fig.1C).
Fig.1
A
B
C
2. Align the three holes in the Manual Sidewinder Tongue
Jack’s mounting plate (Fig.2A) with the three holes in the
A-frame coupler (Fig 2B), ensuring that the “at spot”
on the mounting plate (Fig 2C) is facing forward towards
the hitch (Fig 2D).
A
B
D
C
Thread three 3/8”-16 x 1” bolts (Fig 3A) through the
previously aligned holes in the jack’s mounting plate and
A-frame coupler (Fig 3B). Some frames may require 5/8”-11
nuts. Leave slack in each bolt to allow for adjustments to
be made as needed when positioning the jack plate to
the coupler.
Fig.2
A
B
Fig.3

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Operation
Crank Handle Operation
1. Rotate the crank handle (Fig.6A) clockwise to extend the
jack leg (Fig.6).
2. Rotate the crank handle (Fig.7A) counterclockwise to
retract the jack leg (Fig.7).
THE MANUAL SIDEWINDER TONGUE JACK HAS A
LIFTING CAPACITY OF 2,000 LBS. DO NOT EXCEED
THIS LIMIT OR SEVERE PRODUCT DAMAGE,
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH MAY
OCCUR. KEEP PEOPLE AND PETS AT A SAFE
DISTANCE DURING INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
OF THE TONGUE JACK.
3. Once the jack is in place and all three bolts are
threaded, tighten each bolt. (Fig.4). Do not over tighten.
4. For optimal jack performance attach a footpad (Fig.5A) to
the jack leg (Fig.5B) by sliding the footpad over or into the
bottom of the jack leg (depending on the style of footpad
selected), lining up the holes in the jack leg and the footpad
(Fig.5C). Secure them with an appropriate pin (Fig.5D). Refer
to the Additional Parts Available Separately table section
for footpad and pin options.
Fig.4
A
D
B
C
Fig.5
A A
Fig.6 Fig.7

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Maintenance
Hitching to a Tow Vehicle
1. Keep inner jack leg (Fig.8A) clean and free from dirt and
debris.
2. Occasionally spray inner jack leg (Fig. 8A) with a dry
silicone lubricant.
Unhitching from a Tow Vehicle
1. Chock the tires of the trailer.
2. Make sure the ground surface under the Sidewinder
Tongue jack is rm and level.
3. Rotate the crank handle clockwise to extend the jack leg
to the ground.
4. Unlatch the trailer coupler.
5. Disconnect and store any wires, chains or sway control
that may be equipped between the tow vehicle and
the trailer.
6. Rotate the crank handle clockwise or counterclockwise
as needed to adjust the height of the coupler so the ball
can be pulled away safely.
7. Move the tow vehicle a safe distance away from
the trailer.
8. Rotate the crank handle clockwise or counterclockwise
as needed to level the trailer.
FAILURE TO RETRACT ALL JACKS PRIOR TO
TRAVEL MAY RESULT IN SEVERE PRODUCT AND
UNIT DAMAGE, INCLUDING SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH TO PEOPLE AND PETS. MAKE
SURE ALL JACKS ARE RETRACTED PRIOR TO
TRAVEL.
Fig.8
A
1. Chock the tires of the trailer.
2. Rotate the crank handle clockwise to extend the jack,
lifting the coupler above the ball of the tow vehicle hitch.
3. Back up the tow vehicle slowly until the ball hitch is
directly underneath the coupler.
NOTE: Assistance may be required to ensure ball and
hitch align properly for coupling.
4. Rotate the crank handle in a counterclockwise direction
to retract the jack leg.
NOTE: Make sure the jack is fully retracted
before proceeding.
5. Latch the tow vehicle hitch and connect any wires,
chains or sway control that may be equipped between the
tow vehicle and the trailer.
6. Remove the tire chocks.

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Notes

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