Manual OperatedFloor JackOPERATING INSTRUCTIONSNote: There may be some slight differences in the appearance of the various manually-operated floor jacks, however the instructions in this manual apply to all of such jacks provided by Harbor Freight Tools.Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools®.3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011Visit our website at: Read this material before using this product.Failure to do so can result in serious injury.SaVe THiS manual.Copyright© 2009 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.SaVe THiS manualKeep this manual for the safety warn-ings and precautions, assembly, operat-ing, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFETYINFORMATIONin this manual, on the labeling,and all other information provid-ed with this product:This is the safety alertsymbol. it is used to alertyou to potential personalinjury hazards. Obey allsafety messages thatfollow this symbol to avoidpossible injury or death.DANGER indicatesa hazardoussituation which, if notavoided, will result in death orserious injury.WARNINGindicates ahazardous situation which, ifnot avoided, could result indeath or serious injury.CauTiOn, usedwith the safetyalert symbol, indicates ahazardous situation which, ifnot avoided, could result inminor or moderate injury.NOTICE is used toaddress practicesnot related to personal injury.CauTiOn, withoutthe safety alertsymbol, is used to addresspractices not related topersonal injury.Safety WarningsWARNING Read all safetywarnings and instructions.Failure to heed these markingsmay result in personal injury and/orproperty damage.Save all warnings andinstructions for future reference.Study, understand, and follow all1.instructions before operating thisdevice.Do not exceed rated capacity.2.Use only on hard, level surfaces.3.Lifting device only. Immediately after 4.lifting, support the vehicle with appro-priate means.Do not move or dolly the vehicle5.while on the jack.Do not adjust safety valve.6.Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles 7.and heavy-duty work gloves duringuse.Keep clear of load while lifting and 8.lowering.Lower load slowly.9.Do not use for aircraft purposes. 10.Apply parking brake and chock tires 11.before lifting vehicle.Lift vehicle only at manufacturer-rec-12.ommended locations.Inspect before every use; do not use 13.if parts loose or damaged.Keep your work area clean and well 14.lit. Cluttered work areas invite acci-dents.Keep bystanders, children, and15.visitors away while operating jack.Distractions can cause you to losecontrol.Stay alert. Watch what you are do-16.ing, and use common sense whenoperating a jack. Do not use a jackwhile tired or under the influence ofdrugs, alcohol, or medication. A mo-ment of inattention while operatingjacks may result in serious personalinjury.Store idle jacks out of reach of chil-17.dren and other untrained persons.Jacks are dangerous in the hands ofuntrained users.Jack service must be performed only 18.by qualified repair personnel. Serviceor maintenance performed by unqual-ified personnel could result in a risk ofinjury.When servicing a jack, use only iden-19.tical replacement parts - refer to at-tached, product-specific parts list anddiagram. Follow instructions in the“Inspection, Maintenance, And Clean-ing” section of this manual. Use ofunauthorized parts or failure to followmaintenance instructions may createa risk of injury and may void any ap-plicable warranty.Maintain labels and nameplates on 20.the Jack. These carry importantinformation. If unreadable or miss-ing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for areplacement.Before use, read manufacturer’s 21.instruction manual for the vehicle (orobject) you will lift.When lifting only one wheel, support 22.the load immediately with one jackstand (not included) placed under theside of the vehicle being lifted. Alignthe saddle of the jack stand directlyunder the vehicle’s seam or recom-mended lifting point.When lifting the entire front end23.or rear end of a vehicle, supportthe load immediately with two jackstands. Align the saddles of the jackstands directly under the vehicle’sframe or recommended lifting points.Also, adjust the jack stands to thesame height.Do not work under the vehicle without 24.properly supporting the vehicle withjack stands.Avoid dangerous oncoming traffic. 25.Use the Jack as far away from theroadside as possible.Industrial applications must follow 26.OSHA requirements.Do not allow anyone in the vehicle 27.while using the Jack. Keep all by-standers a safe distance away fromthe vehicle.Do not support both ends of the ve-28.hicle at the same time.Before lowering the Jack, remove all 29.tools and equipment from under thevehicle.The warnings, precautions, and 30.instructions discussed in this manualcannot cover all possible conditionsand situations that may occur. Theoperator must understand that com-mon sense and caution are factors,which cannot be built into this prod-uct, but must be supplied by theoperator.UNPACKINGWhen unpacking, make sure that the product is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible.OPERATIONBleeding IMPORTANT! Before first use, check for proper hydraulic oil level in theJack. Then thoroughly test theJack for proper operation prior toits actual use. if the Jack appearsnot to be working properly, it maybe necessary to bleed its hydraulicsystem of excess air.Oil Fill Plug1. Remove the cover plate (some mod-els) and the Oil Filler Plug under-neath. (See Photo above.)Release ScrewPivot Assembly2. For models with a separate Re-lease Screw (shown above):Insert the slot on the lower portion ofthe Handle over the Release Screwto operate it.For models with the3. Release Screwbuilt into the pivot point:Rotate the handle to operate the Re-lease Screw.Turn the Release Screw4. counter-clockwise to open valve.Insert the Handle into the Pivot As-5.sembly (See photo above.) Applypressure to the Saddle, and pump theHandle quickly several times.Check the Oil Fill Hole and, if nec-6.essary, top off the Oil Fill Hole withhydraulic oil.Close the valve Release Screw by 7.turning handle clockwise and replacethe Oil Fill Plug and cover plate.Test the Jack several times for proper 8.operation before attempting to lift aload. if, after bleeding, the Jackstill does not appear to be workingproperly, do not use the Jack untilit has been repaired by a qualifiedservice technician.lifting1. WARNING! Park vehicle on aflat, level, solid, surface safelyaway from oncoming traffic. Turnoff the vehicle’s engine. Place thevehicle’s transmission in “PARK” (ifautomatic) or in its lowest gear (ifmanual). Set the vehicle’s emer-gency brake. Then, block the wheelsthat are not being lifted.Turn the Release Screw2. counter-clockwise to lower the Jack. Oncethe Jack is fully lowered, turn theRelease Screw firmly clockwise toclose it.Handle Saddle3. Carefully position the Saddle of theJack (see photo above) under thevehicle manufacturer’s recommendedlifting point. If equipped, the Elevat-ing Screw can be used to alter theheight of the jack’s saddle; it is ad-justed by turning the saddle clock-wise or counterclockwise. (See ve-hicle manufacturer’s owner’s manualfor location of frame lifting point whenlifting only one wheel and frame lift-ing points when lifting the entire frontor rear end of the vehicle.)Pump the Handle until the top of the 4.Jack’s Saddle has nearly reached thevehicle lifting point.Note:The Jack should be positioned at 90° to the vehicle’s lifting point toensure the Jack’s Saddle and vehiclelifting point are in alignment. If not,reposition the Jack before lifting thevehicle.To lift the vehicle, pump the Handle of 5.the Jack. Use smooth, full strokes forbest results.Once the vehicle is raised, slide a 6.jack stand of appropriate capacity(not included) under the proper liftingpoint referred to in the vehicle own-er’s manual. If using two jack stands,position them at the same point oneach side of the vehicle.Center the vehicle’s lifting point(s) on 7.the saddle of the jack stand(s). Setthe jack stand(s) according to themanufacturer’s instructions, makingsure that they lock securely into posi-tion.Note: if using two jack stands they must be at the same height.Slowly turn the Release Screw8. coun-terclockwise to lower the vehicle ontothe saddle(s) of the jack stand(s).Then, turn the valve Release Screwfirmly clockwise to close it.While standing safely aside, gently 9.rock the vehicle to determine if it isstable on the jack stand(s). If it isnot, raise the vehicle, and reposi-tion the jack stand(s). WARNING!When performing this procedurebe prepared and stand clear of thevehicle, as the vehicle can fall offthe jack stand(s) causing personalinjury and/or property damage.loweringRemove all tools, parts, etc. from1.under the vehicle.Position the Saddle under the lifting 2.point. Turn the Release Screw firmlyclockwise, and pump the Handle toraise the vehicle slightly above thesaddle(s) of the jack stands. Then,lower the Saddle to its lowest positionand remove jack stand(s).Slowly3. turn the Handle counterclock-wise (never more than two full turns)to lower the vehicle onto the ground.Lower the Jack completely. Then, 4.store in a safe, dry location out ofreach of children. inSPeCTiOn, mainTenanCe, anD CleaninGProcedures not specificallyexplained in this manualmust be performed only by aqualified technician.TO PREvENTSERIOUS INJURYFROm TOOl FailuRe:Do not use damagedequipment. If abnormal noiseor vibration occurs, have theproblem corrected beforefurther use.Before each use,1. inspect the gen-eral condition of the Jack. Check forbroken, cracked, or bent parts, looseor missing parts, and any conditionthat may affect the proper operationof the product. If a problem occurs,have the problem corrected beforefurther use.Do not use damaged equipment.Before each use, thoroughly test 2.the Jack for proper operation priorto its actual use. if the Jack ap-pears not to be working properly,follow Bleeding instructions onpage 4.Change the hydraulic oil at least 3.once every three years:With the Jack fully lowered, removea.the Oil Filler Plug on the side of theHousing.Tip the Jack to allow the old hydrau-b.lic oil to drain out of the Housingcompletely, and dispose of the oldhydraulic oil in accordance with localregulations.With the Jack upright, completelyc.fill the Housing with a high qualityhydraulic oil (not included) until theoil just begins to run out of the OilFill Hole.Open the valve Release Screw andd.pump the Handle to drive oil intopump passanges as well to bleedair from the system.Reinstall the Oil Filler Plug.e.Wipe dry with a clean cloth. Then, 4.store the Jack in a safe, dry locationout of reach of children and othernon-authorized people.T r o u b l e s h o o t i n gT O P R E v E N T S E R I O U S I N J U R Y : u s e c a u t i o n w h e n t r o u b l e s h o o t i n g a m a l f u n c t i o n i n g j a c k . S t a y w e l l c l e a r o f t h e s u p p o r t e dl o a d . C o m p l e t e l y r e s o l v e a l l p r o b l e m s b e f o r e u s e . 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B l e e d a i r f r o m t h e s y s t e m . X XXV a l v e s m a y b e b l o c k e d a n d m a y n o t c l o s e f u l l y . T o fl u s h t h e v a l v e s :L o w e r t h e S a d d l e a n d s e c u r e l y c l o s e t h e 1. R e l e a s e V a l v e .M a n u a l l y l i f t t h e s a d d l e s e v e r a l i n c h e s .2. O p e n t h e r e l e a s e v a l v e a n d f o r c e t h e 3. s a d d l e d o w n a s q u i c k l y a s p o s s i b l e .XXXJ a c k m a y b e l o w o n o i l. C h e c k t h e o i l l e v e l a n d r e fi l l i f n e e d e d .J a c k m a y r e q u i r e b l e e d i n g - s e e i n s t r u c t i o n s o n p a g e 4.XU n i t m a y h a v e t o o m u c h h y d r a u l i c o i l i n s i d e , c h e c k fl u i d l e v e l a n d a d j u s t i f n e e d e d .limiTeD 90 DaY WaRRanTYHarbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this prod-uct is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days fromthe date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTy IS ExPRESS-Ly IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, ExPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDINg THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITy AND FITNESS.To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the com-plaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will ei-ther repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return re-paired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353Record Product’s Serial number Here:Note:If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note:Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail-able individually as replacement parts.SpeciFicationSWeight Capacity2-1/2 Tons (5,000 lb.)Maximum Height31-5/8"Minimum Height5-3/4"aSSemblyinstall the Foot pedal1.The Pedal Link (41) is already assembled to the body of the jack.2.To attach the Foot Pedal (38), pass the Bolt (42) through the Pedal Link and Foot Pedal, and fix in place using Washer (40) and Nut (39).note: The Foot Pedal (38) can be used to raise the Saddle.mount the Handle assembly into position.3.First loosen the Nut (34) and Bolt (36) which are located just below the hole for the handle in the Handle Socket (35).Insert the Handle (72) into the Handle Socket. Be sure it is properly seated. Re-4.tighten the bolt and nut to secure the handle in place.note:Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not avail-able individually as replacement parts.pleaSe ReaD tHe FolloWinG caReFUllyTHE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTA-TION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.SKU 42820For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.part Description Q’ty 1Snap Ring1 2Washer2 3O Ring1 4Pressure Piston1 5Pressure Piston Ring1 6Sealing Washer1 7O Ring1 8O Ring Retainer1 9Snap Ring1 10Cylinder1 11Housing1 12Oil Filler Plug1 13Cylinder Base1 144mm Steel Ball1 15Spring Seat1 16Spring1 17Over Pressure Valve1 18Sealing Washer1 19Over Pressure Valve Plug Screw1 206mm Steel Ball3 21O Ring1 22Release Valve Rod1 23Washer1 24Oil Valve1 25Washer1 26Pump Cylinder1 27Y Ring1 28O Ring1 29Dirt Proof Boot1 30Pump Plunger1 31Pin Rod2 32Washer2 33Torsion Spring (set of 2)1 34M10 Nut1 35Handle Socket1 36M10 x 50 Bolt1 37E-clip10 38Pedal1part Description Q’ty 39M10 Lock Nut1 40Spring Washer1 41Pedal Link1 42M10 x 55 Bolt1 43Pedal Rod1 44Rod1 45Rod2 46Rod6 47Spring Washer12 48Nut12 49Rod1 50Snap Ring1 51M12 x 1.25 Lock Nut2 52Rear Wheel2 53M18 x 1.5 Nut2 5418mm Spring Washer2 55Arm Shaft1 56Frame2 57M16 x 1.5 Nut2 58Washer2 59Shaft Sleeve2 60Front Wheel2 61Front Wheel Shaft1 62Saddle Base1 63Rod1 64Rod Link2 65Arm1 66Pin1 67Saddle1 68Rod1 69Spring2 70Cover1 71Handle Sleeve2 72Handle1 73Handle Knob1 74Pin1 75Convey Knob1paRtS liStSKU 42820For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.aSSembly DiaGRamSKU 42820For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.。
