Sealey 300ETJ User manual

WARNING!Ensure all preliminary checks are carefully carried out before use of jack. Immediately repair or replace damaged parts
(use authorised service agent). Ensure use of genuine parts only. Non authorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
WARNING! Use jack on level and solid ground, preferably concrete. Ensure the floor over which the jack will be transported is swept clean.
DANGER! DO NOT use on tarmacadam, or any other soft surface as jack may sink or topple. Serious personal or fatal injury may result.
DANGER! If jack tips or leans STOP WHAT YOUR ARE DOING. MOVE QUICKLY TO A SAFE DISTANCE. DO NOT TRY TO HOLD OR
STEADY JACK. Serious personal or fatal injury may result.
Use jack in an adequate working area for its function, keep area clean & tidy and free from unrelated materials. Ensure there is adequate lighting.
Before use ensure the gearbox weight and size does not exceed the capacity of the jack.
Ensure the vehicle is raised and stabilised at the correct height before attempting to move the jack under the vehicle.
Keep all unauthorised persons away from the jack during lifting and lowering and when in transit.
Maintain correct balance and footing. Ensure the floor is not slippery and wear non slip shoes.
Remove ill fitting clothing. Remove ties, watches, rings, and other loose jewellery, and contain and/or tie back long hair.
WARNING! Ensure load is placed level and centrally on jack saddle and load is fixed in place before attempting to lift, lower, or transport.
The lowering speed will vary according to the weight of the load and the release valve setting.
Ensure the jack saddle is fully lowered and is clean, dry, and oil free before attempting to move the jack with or without a load.
Diligence is required in ensuring that you continually monitor any operation until completed.
WARNING! DO NOT operate jack if any parts are damaged or missing.
DO NOT exceed the rated capacity of the jack.
DO NOT allow untrained persons to operate the jack.
DO NOT place any part of your body within or under the jack during use.
DO NOT raise or lower vehicle lifting platform whilst the transmission jack is being used.
DO NOT transport the jack, with or without a load, with the saddle in the raised position.
DO NOT get jack wet or use in damp or wet locations or areas where there is condensation.
DO NOT operate the jack when you are tired, under the influence of alcohol, drugs or intoxicating medication.
DO NOT lift or support vehicles with jack and do not use jack as a load sustaining device.
DO NOT use jack for any purpose other than removal, transportation, installation of transmissions.
DO NOT move jack without suitable restraint on the load.
DO NOT make any modifications to the jack, and DO NOT adjust or tamper with safety valve.
DO NOT remove any labels from the jack. If labels are damaged or unclear replace them.
Use a qualified person to lubricate and maintain the jack.
DO NOT use brake fluid to top up hydraulic unit. Use Sealey hydraulic oil only.
(Part No: HJO500MLS or HJO5LS)
Before storing in safe area, ensure all parts are clean, free of grease and oil (especially saddle).
Lower saddle to the lowest position.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR:
VERTICAL TRANSMISSION JACK
MODEL NO's: 300ETJ & 500ETJ
Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions
and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2. SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL 500ETJ
Rated capacity ..................................500kg
Ram extensions .....................................1
Minimum saddle height ........................ 1138mm
Maximum saddle height ....................... 1965mm
Base size .................................570x580mm
Fixed/Adjustable saddle ...........................Fixed
Optional adjustable gearbox support ................ ADT7
MODEL 300ETJ
Rated capacity ..................................300kg
Ram extensions .....................................1
Minimum saddle height ........................ 1138mm
Maximum saddle height ....................... 1965mm
Base size .................................570x580mm
Fixed/Adjustable saddle ...........................Fixed
Optional adjustable gearbox support .................ADT7
3. ASSEMBLY
Unpack the product and check contents. Should there be any damaged or missing parts contact
your supplier immediately.
3.1. Assemble wheels as in figure 1, for both sides of the jack base.
3.2. Screw legs to base of the stand and check that the stand is at a right angle to a horizontal
plane, then tighten the leg screws.
3.3. Place the saddle on the end of the hydraulic ram.
3.4. Loosen the operating plug at the top of the hydraulic ram.
3.5. The transmission jack is now ready for use.
fig 1
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS AND
CAUTIONS. USE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.
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Manufactured to exacting standards and suitable for general workshop applications. Model features dead man's handle for added safety and
strong construction for durability. Can be tted with Adjustable Gearbox Support - check specication table.

 WARNING! Before use ensure you have read, understood and apply Section 1 safety instructions.
WARNING! Ensure you prepare vehicle correctly before attempting to use the Transmission Jack.
5.1. POSITIONING JACK BENEATH LOAD.
Before use ensure the transmission weight and size does not exceed the capacity of the jack.
5.1.1. Ensure the vehicle from which the gearbox is to be removed is correctly positioned, handbrake applied
and raised to allow the transmission jack to be positioned correctly.
5.1.2. Ensure there are no other persons around or under the vehicle.
5.1.3. Ensure saddle is in its lowest position and use handle to transport and centrally position jack beneath
vehicle transmission.
5.1.4. Pump the jack foot pedal and the saddle will rise (fig 2).
5.1.5. When saddle is just beneath the transmission re-adjust alignment if necessary to centralise the saddle.
5.2. LOWERING THE LOAD.
 WARNING! Ensure the load is central and stable on the jack saddle and load is fixed in place
before attempting to lift, lower, or transport. SLOWLY turn the release valve knob anti-clockwise
(fig 3) to GENTLY lower saddle to the lowest minimum height before attempting to transport load.
IMPORTANT: The unit is fitted with a “Dead Man” release valve. The quicker the valve knob is turned
the more rapid the jack’s descent. Ensure the jack’s descent is slow and controlled to avoid the risk of
sudden dropping which could be dangerous. The valve will automatically return to the closed position
when the knob is released.
5.3. TRANSPORTING THE LOAD.
 WARNING! Ensure you have read, understood and apply Section 1 safety instructions.
5.3.1. Ensure the jack saddle is fully lowered and load is fixed in place before attempting to lift, lower, or transport.
5.3.2. Transport the load over level and solid ground, preferably concrete, and ensure the floor is swept clean
beforehand.
5.3.3. Be diligent in continually monitoring the load in transit. Keep all other persons at a safe distance.
 DANGER! DO NOT use on tarmacadam, or any soft surface as jack may sink or topple. Serious
personal or fatal injury may result.
 DANGER! If jack tips or leans STOP WHAT YOUR ARE DOING. MOVE QUICKLY TO A SAFE
DISTANCE. DO NOT TRY TO HOLD OR STEADY JACK.
Note: This jack may be used with appropriate adaptors in order to handle such components as rear axle units and transfer cases that
are within the weight limitations of the jack.
5.4. RE-INSTALLING A GEARBOX.
To transport, reposition beneath a vehicle, and raise a load up, reverse the procedures outlined above.
5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4.1. IMPORTANT: Before EACH use, check jack is in sound working order, use following list to form a habitual pre-check
procedure. Check unit for the following: Damage, Distortion, Leaning, Worn or missing components. The following must
also be checked:
 WARNING! DO NOT use jack if any suspect part is found, or if believed to have been subjected to abnormal load
or shock. Immediately remove from service and contact your authorised service agent.
5......All nuts and bolts
6......All seals
7......Jack main frame
1......Saddle base
2......Piston rod
3......Cylinder/Hydraulic unit
4......Stopper rings and cotter pins
8......Foot pumps
9......Swivel caster wheels
10.....Transport handle
4.2. IMPORTANT:
Before using the jack for the first time, purge the hydraulic circuit in order to eliminate any air, that may have accumulated in the
system during transit, as follows:
4.2.1. Open the release valve by turning knob anti-clockwise and hold the valve open.
4.2.2. Operate the foot pedal 15 to 20 times.
4.2.3. Release the valve (which will turn clockwise to close the valve).
4. PRE-USE CHECK LIST IMPORTANT
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6. MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT: Only fully qualified personnel should attempt maintenance or repair.
6.1. When the jack is not in use, the saddle must be in the lowest position to minimise ram and piston corrosion.
6.2. Keep the jack clean and wipe off any oil or grease. Lubricate all moving parts with acid free oil.
6.3. The oil cylinder is a sealed unit and must not be accessed. For service contact your authorised service agent.
WARNING! Only a good quality Jack oil, such as SEALEY HYDRAULIC JACK OIL (Part No: HJO500MLS or HJO5LS) must be
used, DO NOT use brake fluid.
6.4. Before each use, follow the pre-check list to ensure components are in good working order. If any suspect item is found remove jack
from service and take necessary action to remedy the problem.
DO NOT use the jack if you believe it has been subjected to an abnormal load or shock. If in doubt contact your authorised service
agent.
6.5. Periodically check the pump piston and piston rod for signs of corrosion. Clean exposed areas with a clean oiled cloth.
IMPORTANT: NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ACCEPTED FOR INCORRECT USE OF THE JACK.
Hydraulic products are only repaired by local service agents. We have service/repair agents in all parts of the UK. DO NOT RETURN JACKS
TO US. Please telephone [phone] to obtain address and ‘phone number of your local agent. If Jack is under guarantee please contact
your dealer.
De-commissioning the Jack: Should the jack become completely unserviceable and require disposal, draw off the oil into an approved
container and dispose of the jack and the oil according to local regulations.
7. TROUBLESHOOTING
IMPORTANT! Although the following may identify a problem, we recommend the problem be resolved by an authorised service agent.
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Jack will not lift
Jack will only lift halfway
Raised load will not hold
Poor lifting
No hydraulic oil, or defective suction valve or delivery valve
Release valve is open
Hydraulic oil low, or excess of hydraulic oil
Defective valves, or defective piston packing
Defective plunger packing
Contact authorised service agent.
Close release valve.
Contact authorised service agent.
Contact authorised service agent.
Contact authorised service agent.
NOTE: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior notice.
IMPORTANT: No liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
WARRANTY: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required for any claim.
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