Seatra TRAIL-A-MATE User manual

Owners Manual
WARNING
THIS PRODUCT IS ONLY TO BE
USED WITH THE TRAIL-A-MATE
ENGAGEMENT FITTING
PLEASE FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING TRAIL-A-MATE
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO PROPERTY OR PERSONAL INJURY.
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THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED TO AS/ NZ STANDARDS 269 :2007
WORKING LOAD LIMIT 1000KG
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IMPORTANT
Sometimes during shipping and handling, air may get trapped in the hydraulic system,
causing poor or no lifting performance. Purge any air from the system by simply opening
the release valve (turn counter-clockwise) and unscrew the air vent valve (turn
counter-clockwise) then operate pump handle several times. Once this is done tighten air
vent valve (DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN O-RING) and close release valve.
HOW TO USE YOUR HYDRAULIC JOCKEY WHEEL
1. The base plate must be fitted in order to lift the Working Load Limit 1000kg.
2. Turn release valve clockwise and use end of handle to raise by pumping.
. To lower the jockey wheel, turn the release valve slowly counter-clockwise.
4. All the components and seals are easily replaceable.
CAUTION
LIABILITY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IF JOCKEY WHEEL IS LEFT
FITTED TO CARAVAN / TRAILER WHILE TRAVELLING
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CAUTION
NO PERSON SHOULD PLACE ANY
PORTION OF THEIR BODY UNDER
A CARAVAN / TRAILER THAT IS
SUPPORTED ONLY BY A JACK.
USE VEHICLE SUPPORT STANDS
HOW TO CONVERT HYDRAULIC JOCKEY WHEEL INTO A JACK
1. You MUST REMOVE wheel and fit base plate to use as a jack.
2. Fit lifting clamp to outer shaft cover (Between or over lugs) opposite side of
release valve and jack handle linkage.
. Make sure lifting clamp handle is done up tight.
4. Position jack along side the vehicle so that the slot in saddle is centered
below the Trail-A-Mate engagement fitting on caravan.
5. Make sure release valve is tightened clock-wise and pump handle until
slot in saddle is locked into the Trail-A-Mate engagement fitting.
6. Continue to raise jack to desired height.
7. When finished, remove support stands and then slowly turn release valve
counter-clockwise to lower vehicle.
Minimum Height of Trail-A-Mate: 145mm
Maximum Height of Trail-A-Mate: 780mm
Maximum Lifting Range: 80mm
Working Load Limit: 1000kg
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IMPORTANT WARNING
PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY
Before using your jack, you should ensure the following
THE JACK SHOULD BE USED
ONLY WITH THE TRAIL-A-MATE
ENGAGEMENT FITTING
1. That the jack should be used on level firm ground wherever possible.
2. That it is recommended that the wheels of the caravan / trailer be chocked, and
that no person should remain in a caravan / trailer that is being jacked.
. The caravan / trailer should be attached to the towing vehicle.
4. No person should place any portion of their body under a caravan / trailer that is
supported only by a jack.
NO PERSON SHOULD REMAIN
IN A CARAVAN / TRAILER THAT IS
BEING JACKED.
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FITTING INSTRUCTIONS
for Trail-A-Mate engagement fitting
Weld Trail-A-Mate Jack engagement fitting to the
bottom of the cross-member at the REAR of the axle
keeping flush to outside wall of caravan
IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE
Some older model caravans need to have cross-member at rear of axle
strengthened to accommodate engagement fitting
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NO PERSON SHOULD GET UNDER
A CARAVAN / TRAILER THAT IS
SUPPORTED ONLY BY A JACK
1. TERRAIN CHOOSING
The jack should be used on firm level
ground where ever possible.
. PROPER POSITIONING
The jack should be positioned under the
Trail-A-Mate engagement fitting. This
MUST be located on the cross-member
at the REAR of the axle.
3. WORKING UNDER THE VEHICLE
The jack should be used for lifting and
lowering only. The raised caravan / trailer
should be supported on vehicle support
stands.
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PREVENTING RUST
Check piston rod and pump every three months for any signs or rust or corrosion. Clean as needed and
wipe with an oily cloth. When not using the jack, always leave the saddle and pump piston all the way
down and make sure the release valve is closed.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT USE brake fluid, glycerin detergent, engine or dirty
motor oil as improper fluid will cause serious internal damage.
TROUBLE SHOOTING (Using within rated load capacity)
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Will not lift 1. Release valve not closed. 1. Turn release valve clockwise tightly.
load at all. 2. Air in hydraulic system. 2. Open release valve and air vent valves and
pump handle several times. (refer to top of page 2)
. Check Valve not functioning. . Change the check valve.
Will lift the 1. Oil level low. 1. Fill to prescribed level.
load only 2. The reservoir could be 2. Remove oil until 20mm below
part way. over filled. top of reservoir.
Will lift load 1. Release valve not closed. 1. Tighten release valve clockwise.
but not hold. 2. Check valve worn or defective. 2. Change the check valve.
Jack will not 1. Unit needs lubrication. 1. Oil external moving parts.
lower. 2. The jack could be air blocked. 2. Open release valve and the air vent valve
and pump handle several times.
Poor lifting. 1. Defective pump and/ or valve 1. Change the check valve.
malfunction.
2. Dirty oil. 2. Change the hydraulic oil.
. Air in hydraulic system. . Purge air from the system.
MAINTENANCE PRODECURES
For better performance and longer life the oil level
should be maintained at 20mm below the top of the oil
reservoir.
ADDING OIL
With the jack fully lowered and the release valve
closed, remove the air vent valve (Part # 2 ) being
very careful not to permit dirt or foreign matter to
get into the hydraulic system. Use only a good quality
HYDRAULIC JACKING OIL (Preferably Grade 2).
Fill the reservoir until it is 20mm below the top of the
reservoir. Replace air vent valve (Part #2 ) and be
careful not to over tighten O-Ring.
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TRAIL-A-MATE PARTS LIST
1 OIL RESERVOIR
2 O-RING
PUMP HOUSING
4 SCREW
5 BALL BEARING
6 SEAL
7 SEAL COVER
8 RELEASE VALVE
9 OUTER SHAFT COVER
9A INNER SHAFT COVER
10 PISTON HOUSING
10A PISTON
11 PISTON SEALS
12 COLLAR
1 SEAL
14 O-RING
15 O-RING
16 CHECK VALVE
17.17A.17B SNAP PINS
18.18A.18B LINKAGE PINS
19.19A LINKAGES
20 JACK HANDLE LINKAGE
21 PUMP HANDLE
22 O-RING
2 AIR RELEASE VALVE
24 ALLEN KEY STUDS ( )
25 SHAFT HOUSING
26 SEAL
27 SEAL COVER
28 COLLAR
29 MAIN SHAFT
0 SPRING WASHER
1 BOLT
2 SHAFT COLLAR
. A SHAFT SEALS
4 WHEEL LOCATING PIN
5 WHEEL HOUSING ASSEMBLY
6 WHEEL
7 BASE PLATE
8 WHEEL AXLE
9 SPRING WASHER
40 AXLE NUT
41 BOLT
42.42A SPRING WASHERS
4 NUT
44 LIFTING CLAMP HANDLE
45 LIFTING CLAMP
46 LIFTING SADDLE
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Seatra International Pty Ltd
2 Shepherds Hill Road, Eden Hills, S.A. 5050
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Website: www.trail-a-mate.com.au
Email: [e-mail]
This product is tested by:
Melbourne Testing Services
NATA Accreditation No. 1047
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