Matco Tools mes8300 Parts list manual

MES8300 1 rev. 05/09/06
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND PARTS BREAKDOWN
mES8300
1000 Lb. Capacity Geared Engine Stand
OWNER/USER RESPONSIBIlITy
The owner and/or user must have a thorough understand-
ing of the manufacturer’s operating instructions and
warnings before using this engine stand. Personnel involved in the
use and operation of equipment shall be careful, competent, trained,
and qualified in the safe operation of the equipment and its proper
use when servicing motor vehicles and their components. Warning
information should be emphasized and understood. If the operator is
not fluent in English, the manufacturer’s instructions and warnings
shall be read to and discussed with the operator in the operator’s
native language by the purchaser/owner, making sure that the
operator comprehends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future reference
the manufacturer’s instructions. Owner and/or user
is responsible for keeping all warning labels and
instruction manuals legible and intact. Replacement
labels and literature are available from the manufacturer.
mAINTENANCE
Apply motor oil to support base wheels and casters. Apply chassis
grease to mounting head hub. Rotate head to distribute grease. Keep
both the grease fitting and the gear teeth well lubricated.
DO NOT CRAWl UNDER ENGINE OR PlACE ANy
PART Of yOUR BODy UNDER ENGINE AT ANy TImE
DURING mOUNTING Of ENGINE, USE Of STAND, OR
REmOvAl Of ENGINE.
REfER TO ENGINE SERvICE mANUAl fOR CORRECT
lIfTING POINTS, mOUNTING POINTS AND mOUNTING
BOlTS! mOUNTING BOlTS ShOUlD BE TORqUED AT
APPROPRIATE AmOUNT TO mAINTAIN lOAD.
Do NoT overloaD. overloaDiNg caN cause
Damage To, or failure of The sTaND.
This sTaND is DesigNeD for use oNly
oN harD level surfaces capable of
supporTiNg The loaD. use oN oTher ThaN
harD level surfaces caN resulT iN sTaND
iNsTabiliTy aND TippiNg of loaD.
lock The mouNTiNg-plaTe roTaTiNg
mechaNism before applyiNg a loaD.
release roTaTioNal lockiNg Device
sloWly aND carefully.
alWays use high sTreNgTh sae graDe 8
bolTs for eNgiNe mouNTiNg bolTs.
make sure WiDesT seT of mouNTiNg heaD
fiNgers are NearesT The grouND WheN
mouNTiNg aN eNgiNe To The sTaND.
alWays be sure ThaT The loaD is ceN-
TereD aND secureD To The mouNTiNg plaTe.
off-ceNTer loaDs may make The loaD
aND haNDle roTaTe iN eiTher DirecTioN
WheN The roTaTioNal lockiNg Device is
releaseD.
Never looseN mouNTiNg bolTs uNless
eNgiNe is supporTeD by a craNe or hoisT.
Do NoT use sTaND To Dolly or TraNsporT
eNgiNes.
No alTeraTioNs To The sTaND or aDapTers
shall be maDe.
Do NoT roTaTe moTor uNless rear legs
are secureD from TippiNg.
reaD, sTuDy aND uNDersTaND all
iNsTrucTioNs before operaTiNg.
failure To heeD These WarNiNgs may
resulT iN loss of loaD, Damage To sTaNDs,
aND/or failure resulTiNg iN properTy
Damage, persoNal or faTal iNJury.

MES8300 2 rev. 05/09/06
fEATURES
63-1 Worm Gear Ratio Allows Easy Rotation
of Engine
Self-Locking in Any Position
Breaks Down for Easy Storage
ASSEmBly INSTRUCTIONS
Assemble as shown in the diagram. First, install the casters (5
& 16) to the front and rear axles (2 & 18) using the hardware
items 3, 4 & 6, being sure to insert bolts from bottom side
of caster plate. Then, attach the center beam assembly (9) to
the axle assembly using hardware items 1, 10, 11 & 17. Next,
attach one end of brace, item 19, to the center beam using hard-
ware items 1, 10, & 11. Make sure position of brace is as shown
in diagram.
Place post (27) with gear box assembly onto base assembly as
follows. Stand the post on the base and attach by passing bolt, item
1, through middle hole in the base bracket and the hex shaped mount
welded to the bottom of the post. Then pass pin, item 7, through the
upper hole in the base bracket and just in front of the post. Secure
pin with latch provided. Now, insert pin, item 7, through the rear hole,
including both brackets and secure with latch provided. The last step
is to attach the end of the brace, item 19, to the post using pin and
latch, item 7. To fold engine stand, simply remove the three pins, fold
brace forward, and then fold post forward. The pins can be stored in
open holes.
INSPECTION
Visual inspection should be made before each use of the engine
stand, checking for damaged, loose or missing parts. Each stand
must be inspected by a manufacturer’s repair facility immediately,
if accidentally subjected to an abnormal load or shock. Any stand
which appears to be damaged in any way, found to be badly worn,
or operates abnormally MUST BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE until
necessary repairs are made by a manufacturer’s authorized repair
facility. It is recommended that an annual inspection of the stand
be made by a manufacturer’s authorized repair facility and that any
defective parts, decals or warning labels be replaced with manufac-
turer’s specified parts. A list of authorized repair facilities is available
from the manufacturer.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Do not mount engine to mounting plate unless all three pins,
item 7, are in place and secured with latches provided according to
Assembly Instructions.
Drain oil and coolant and remove flywheel from engine before mounting.
Mount engine as directed in procedures which follow. Refer to engine
service manuals and technical bulletins when mounting engines. Lift
engine (block) with crane or hoist until even with head of engine
stand. Bolt through adjustable fingers to back of block at bell housing
mounting holes. Fasten securely to mounting plate. Slowly lower crane
or hoist so that the engine stand supports full weight of engine. To
check engine balance,carefully loosen hex bolt at back of rotating head,
making sure stand is secured from tipping, and turn handle to rotate
engine. If balance is not satisfactory, rotate engine to its original position
and raise with crane or hoist just enough to take weight off the stand.
Loosen bolts on adjustable fingers and realign so that weight is evenly
distributed. Tighten all bolts securely and recheck balance. To remove
an engine from stand, attach a crane or hoist and raise engine just
enough to take engine weight off stand. Carefully remove bolts
attaching fingers to engine. Be aware that there will be a slight
movement of stand as total engine weight is transferred to crane.
The engine may be rotated by turning the worm crank. Grease before
each use. The stand can be folded down for easy storage and trans-
portation by removing 3 pins, item 7.
SPECIfICATIONS
Capacity............................................................................. 1000 Lbs.
Length.......................................................................................... 37"
Width at front............................................................................ 20.5"
Width at rear............................................................................. 36.5"
Height (assembled)...................................................................... 36"
Height (in folded position) ........................................................ 16.4"
Shipping Wt. ........................................................................... 92 lbs.
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MES8300 3 rev. 05/09/06
ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
1 ** Mounting Plate Bolt M12x70 4
2 Rear Axle Assembly 1
3 ** M8 Nyloc Nut 16
4 ** M8 Washer 16
5 RS8300G16 3.5" Swivel Caster with Locking 2
6 ** M8x20 Allen Head Bolt 16
7 ** Pin 3
8 ** Clip 3
9 Center Beam Assembly 1
10 ** M12 Washer 10
11 ** M12 Nut 10
12 *Worm Crank 1
13 *Grip 1
14 *M5 Washer 1
15 *M5x10 Bolt 1
16 RS8300G04 3" Fixed Caster 2
17 ** M12x65 Bolt 2
18 Front Axle Assembly 1
19 RS8300GA19 Brace 1
ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
20 ** Mounting Plate Bolt M12x60 4
21 ** M12 Washer (4mm) 4
22 RS8300G26 Finger 4
23 RS8300GA23 Mounting Plate - Shaft Assembly 1
24 ** 12 Lock Washer 4
25 ** M8x25 Bolt 3
26 ** M8 Washer 3
27 Post 1
28 RS8300GA27 Grease Fitting 2
29 *Worm Box 1
30 *Worm Gear 1
31 *Pin 1
32 *Bearing Assembly 2
33 *Worm 1
34 *Worm Gear Pin 1
35 *M25 Nut 1
36 *Worm Box Cover (upper) 1
37 *M4x6 Bolt 7
38 *Worm Box Cover (lower) 1
*Available only in Worm Box Assembly, Part #RS8300GAWB
**Available only in Bolt Kit, Part #RS8300GABK
Only items identified by part number are available separately.
mES8300
1000 Lb. Capacity Geared Engine Stand

MES8300 4 rev. 05/09/06
lImITED WARRANTy
Matco equipment is warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of 1 year from origi-
nal purchase. We will repair or replace at our option any defective part or unit which proves to be defective in material or work-
manship within this warranty plan. This warranty does not cover damage to equipment or tools arising from alteration, abuse,
misuse, damage and does not cover any repairs or replacement made by anyone other than Matco or its authorized
service centers.
The foregoing obligation is Matco's sole liability under this or any implied warranty and under no circumstances shall we be liable for any incidental
or consequential damages.
NOTE: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply
to you.
Return equipment or parts to your Matco dealer transportation prepaid. Be certain to include your name and address,
evidence of the purchase date, and description of the suspected defect.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.