Summit 908300GA User manual

908300GA 1 rev. 06/11/12
Capacity ................................. 1,000 Lbs.
Overall Length ................................38.58"
Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35.83"
Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36"
Shipping Weight .............................. 93 lbs.
SPECIFICATIONS
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL 908300GA
CAPACITY: 1,000 LBS.
GEARED ENGINE STAND
CONTENTS:
Page 1 Specifications
2 Warning Information
3 Setup, Operating Instructions and Preventative Maintenance
4 Warranty
5 Exploded View Drawing and Replacement Parts
© Copyright 2012, Summit Racing

908300GA 2 rev. 06/11/12
WARNING INFORMATION
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
IMPORTANT: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING
BEFORE USING THIS DEVICE, READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY AND THOROUGHLY, UNDERSTAND ITS OPERATING
PROCEDURES, SAFETY WARNINGS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS.
It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure all personnel read this manual prior to using the device. It is also the responsiblity of
the device owner to keep this manual intact and in a convenient location for all to see and read. If the manual or product labels are
lost or not legible, contact Summit for replacements. If the operator is not fluent in English, the product and safety instructions shall be
read to and discussed with the operator in the operator's native language by the purchaser/owner or his designee, making sure that
the operator comprehends its contents.
THE NATURE OF HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
The use of portable automotive lifting devices is subject to certain hazards that cannot be prevented by mechanical means, but only
by the exercise of intelligence, care, and common sense. It is therefore essential to have owners and personnel involved in the use and
operation of the equipment who are careful, competent, trained, and qualified in the safe operation of the equipment and its proper
use. Examples of hazards are dropping, tipping or slipping of loads caused primarily by improperly securing loads, overloading, off-
centered loads, use on other than hard level surfaces, and using equipment for a purpose for which it was not designed.
METHODS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
• Read,studyandunderstandallinstructionsbeforeoperating.
• Inspecttheenginestandbeforeeachuse.Donotuseifdamaged,altered,modied,inpoorcondition,orhaslooseormissing
hardware or components. Take corrective action before using the engine stand.
• Donotusebeyondratedcapacity.
• Useonlyonhardlevelsurfacecapableofsupportingtheload.
• Makesureallmountinghardwareissecurelytightenedandsetupisstablebeforerotatingengine.
• AlwaysusehighstrengthSAEgrade8boltsformountingenginetomountingheadngers.
• Makesurewidestsetofmountingheadngersarenearestthegroundwhenmountingenginetostand.
• Assuretheloadiscentered,balancedandsecuredtothemountingheadandngers.Theengine’sweightshouldbebalanced
withinoneinchofthemountinghead’srotationalaxis.
• Neverloosenmountingheadboltsorenginemountingboltsunlessengineissupportedbyacraneorhoist.
• Onlyattachmentsand/oradapterssuppliedbySummitshallbeused.
• Donotusestandordollytotransportengine.
• Donotcrawlunderengineorplaceanypartofyourbodyunderengineatanytime.
• Refertoenginemanufacturer’sservicemanualforproperliftingpoints,mountingpointsandboltsizes.Mountingboltsshouldbe
torqued at appropriate amount to maintain load.
• ThisproductcontainsoneormorechemicalsknowntotheStateofCaliforniatocausecancerandbirthdefectsorother
reproductive harm. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
• Failuretoheedthesewarningsmayresultinseriousorfatalpersonalinjuryand/orpropertydamage.
CONSEQUENCES OF NOT AVOIDING HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
Failure to read this manual completely and thoroughly, failure to understand its OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, SAFETY WARNINGS,
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS and comply with them, and failure to comply with the METHODS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
could cause accidents resulting in serious or fatal personal injury and/or property damage.
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING
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908300GA 3 rev. 06/11/12
SETUP
PLEASE REFER TO THE EXPLODED VIEW DRAWING IN THIS MANUAL IN ORDER TO IDENTIFY PARTS.
1. 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 the
bottom side of caster plate. IMPORTANT: All hardware that assembles items 2, 9, 18, 19 & 27 together should be assembled
loose to ensure all bolts fit through their designated holes.
2. Attach the center beam assembly (9) to the axle assemblies (2 & 18) using hardware items 1, 10, 11 & 17.
3. Next, attach one end of brace (19) to the center beam using hardware items 1, 10, and 11. Make sure position of brace is as shown in
diagram.
4. PIace 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 clip (8) provided. Now, insert pin, item 7, through the rear hole,
including both brackets and secure with clip (8) provided.
5. Attach the end of the brace, item 19, to the post using pin and clip, items 7 & 8.
6. Now tighten all hardware that assembles items 2, 9, 18, 19 and 27 together.
7. Rotate the worm box (29) so its three holes line up with the holes in the post (27) and secure them with the hardware 25 and 26 provided.
The worm box (29) should be positioned as shown in the diagram.
8. To fold engine stand, simply remove the three pins and clips, fold brace forward, and then fold post forward. The pins and clips can be
stored in open holes.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This is the safety alert symbol used for the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS section of this manual to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all instructions to avoid possible injury or death.
OPERATION:
NOTE: Do not mount engine to mounting plate unless all three pins, item 7, are in place and secured with number 8 clips provided according
to the ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS.
1. Consult the vehicle or engine manufacturer for service manuals and or technical bulletins that provide information on suggested engine
mountingtips,propersizeandtypemountingboltsandtheengine’scenterofbalance.Theengine’scenterofbalancewillhavetobe
alignedwiththerotationalaxisoftheenginestand’smountingheadassembly.
2. Drain oil and coolant and remove clutch bell housing and flywheel from engine before mounting. Attach an engine lifting bar or sling to
the engine and secure the bar or sling to a shop crane or hoist. Slowly lift the engine from its compartment making sure no other vehicle
components, wires or hoses obstruct the free movement of the engine. Raise the engine high enough so its center of balance is close to
therotationalaxisofthestand’smountinghead.
3. Make sure, the four mounting head fingers are loosely connected to the mounting head plate. Secure the four mounting head fingers to the
bellhousingendoftheenginewiththeappropriateboltsandwashers.Repositionthemountinghead,ngersandenginesotheengine’s
centerofbalanceiswithinoneinchofthemountinghead’srotationalaxis.Tightenallboltstoasufcienttorquerequirementthatprevents
any slippage.
4. Slowly lower the crane or hoist so the engine stand supports full weight of the engine. To check engine balance and secure setup of the
engine to the stand, slowly rotate the engine by turning the gear crank handle. If balance or setup are not stable, rotate the engine to its
original position, raise the crane or hoist so the weight of the engine is removed from the stand and make the correct adjustments. After
adjustments are made, tighten all bolts. This adjustment procedure may have to be duplicated several times until correct. After the setup is
balanced and secure, the lifting bar or sling can be removed from crane or hoist.
5. To remove the engine from the stand, connect the lifting bar or sling to the crane or hoist and raise the engine high enough to take the
weight off the stand. Carefully remove the bolts that connect the four mounting fingers to the engine. Be aware there will be a slight
movement of stand as total engine weight is transferred to crane or hoist.
6. This engine stand has a folding feature that can save space or make storage easy. Just remove the three pins (7) and their clips (8) so the
brace (19) and post (27) can fit flat on top of the center beam assembly (9). The pins and clips can be stored in the open holes.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
This is the safety alert symbol used for the PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE section of this manual to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all instructions to avoid possible injury or death.
1. Always store the engine stand in a well protected area where it will not be exposed to inclement weather, corrosive vapors, abrasive dust,
or any other harmful elements. The engine stand must be cleaned of water, snow, sand or grit before using.
2. Lubricate the wheels, casters, zerk fittings, gear and rotating shaft with a general purpose grease.
3. Every engine stand owner is responsible for keeping the engine stand label clean and readable. Use a mild soap solution to wash the
externalsurfacesofthestand.ContactSummitforareplacementlabelifyourstand’slabelisnotreadable.
4. Inspect the stand before each use. Do not use the stand if any component is cracked, broken or bent. Do not use the stand if it has loose
or missing hardware or components, or is modified in any way. Take corrective action before using the stand again.
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL 908300GA
CAPACITY: 1,000 LBS.
GEARED ENGINE STAND

908300GA 4 rev. 06/11/12
SUMMIT RACING WARRANTS TO ITS CUSTOMERS THAT THE COMPANY’S SUMMIT RACING BRANDED PRODUCTS
ARE FREE FROM DEFECTS IN WORKMANSHIP AND MATERIALS.
Summit Racing will repair or replace its Summit Racing branded products which fail to give satisfactory service due to defective workmanship or materials, based upon
the terms and conditions of the following described warranty plans attributed to that specific product.
This product carries a ONE-YEAR warranty. During this warranty period, Summit Racing will repair or replace at our option any part or unit which proves to be defective in
material or workmanship.
Other important warranty information
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 Summit Racing or its authorized warranty service centers. The foregoing obligation is Summit Racing 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 an authorized service center, transportation prepaid. Be certain to include your name and address, evidence of the purchase date, and
description of the suspected defect. If you have any questions about warranty service, please write to Summit Racing. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Repair kits and replacement parts are available for many of Summit Racing products regardless of whether or not the product is still covered by a warranty plan.
SHIPPING AND MAILING ADDRESS:
Summit Racing
1234 Southeast Avenue
Tallmadge, OH 44278
LIMITED WARRANTY

908300GA 5 rev. 06/11/12
PARTS DRAWING
1
37
37
1
2
4
5
7
8
9
10
13
25
25
26
26
27
28
29
33
31
32
34
37 37
1
1
18
19 3
6
5
16
17
7
7
12
15
14
8
8
24
22
11
23
10 24
21
22
21
21
11
10 24
11
10
11
10
11
10 11
10
10
11
11
20
22
20
20
30
36 35
38
37
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" Locking Swivel Caster 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 RS8300GA19BK Brace 1
20 ** Mounting Plate Bolt M12x60 4
ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
21 ** M12 Washer (4mm) 4
22 RS8300G26 Finger 4
23 RS8300GA23BK 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
39 RS8300GALK Product Label Kit (not shown) 1
* Available only in worm box assembly, part #RS8300GAWBBK
** Available only in bolt kit, part #RS8300GABK
Only items identified by part number are available separately.
MODEL 908300GA
CAPACITY: 1,000 LBS.
GEARED ENGINE STAND