Harbor Freight Tools Automobile Parts 93370 User Manual

BOTTLE JACK  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
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93376, 93378, 93436  
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3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011  
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,  
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS  
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.  
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10.  
If damaged, have the jack serviced before using. Check for loose screws, mis-  
alignment or binding of moving parts, loose mounting, cracked or broken parts, low  
hydraulic oil level, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation. Many  
accidents are caused by poorly maintained jacks.  
11.  
12.  
Jack service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or  
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.  
When servicing a jack, use only identical replacement parts - refer to attached,  
product-specific parts list and diagram. Follow instructions in the “Inspec-  
tion, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this manual. Use of unauthorized  
parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of injury.  
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  
1.  
2.  
WARNING! Do not exceed the maximum lift capacity for the Bottle Jack as  
stated on the product label and the specifications table. Overloading the  
Jack could cause serious personal injury and/or property damage.  
The Bottle Jack is designed for intermittent use only. Do not use the Jack to  
support a vehicle over extended periods of time. The duration of the lifting job  
should be kept as short as possible. Always use jack stands to support a vehicle  
over an extended period of time.  
3.  
4.  
Maintain labels and nameplates on the Bottle Jack. These carry important in-  
formation. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor FreightTools for a replacement.  
Prior to using the Bottle Jack, make sure to read and understand all warn-  
ings, safety precautions, and instructions as outlined in the manufacturer’s  
instruction manual for the vehicle (or object) you will lift.  
5.  
6.  
When lifting only one wheel, make sure to support the load immediately with  
one jack stand (not included) placed under the side of the vehicle being lifted.  
Align the saddle of the jack stand directly under the vehicle’s seam or recommended  
lifting point.  
When lifting the entire front end or rear end of a vehicle, make sure to support  
the load immediately with two jack stands. Align the saddles of the jack stands  
directly under the vehicle’s frame or recommended lifting points. Also make sure  
the jack stands are adjusted at the same height.  
7.  
8.  
Make sure the Bottle Jack is used only on a dry, oil/grease free, flat, level,  
solid surface capable of supporting the weight of the vehicle being lifted and  
any additional tools and equipment.  
Do not work under the vehicle without properly supporting the vehicle with  
jack stands. Make sure the load and jack stands are stable before getting under a  
vehicle.  
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9.  
Use the Bottle Jack only on vehicles whose frames have lifting points (on its  
seam or frame) capable of aligning with the Saddle of the Jack.  
10.  
11.  
Avoid dangerous oncoming traffic. Always use the Bottle Jack as far away from  
the roadside as possible.  
Do not use the Bottle Jack with the vehicle’s engine running. Make sure to  
place the vehicle’s transmission in “Park” (if automatic) or “1st Gear” (if manual).  
Then set the emergency brake, and block the tires opposite the tire being lifted.  
12.  
13.  
Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.  
Always keep hands, fingers, and feet away from all moving parts of the Bottle  
Jack when applying or releasing a load. Remain clear of the vehicle being raised  
or lowered. People and animals should be kept at a safe distance when using the  
Jack.  
14.  
15.  
Use extreme caution when applying or releasing a load. Never allow the load to  
suddenly release. Slowly and carefully apply and release the load.  
Do not allow anyone in the vehicle while using the Bottle Jack. Keep all by-  
standers a safe distance away from the vehicle.  
16.  
17.  
18.  
Never leave the Bottle Jack unattended when the Jack is under a load.  
Never support both ends of the vehicle at the same time.  
Before lowering the Bottle Jack, make sure tool trays, jack stands, and all  
other tools and equipment are removed from under the vehicle.  
19.  
20.  
Do not stand on the Bottle Jack as it may tip, causing personal injury.  
If changing a damaged tire, make it easier to remove the lug nuts by slightly  
loosening the lug nuts before raising the tire off the ground.  
21.  
22.  
This Bottle Jack is not to be used for aircraft purposes. Never modify the Bottle  
Jack in an attempt to use it for a purpose it was not designed for.  
WARNING! The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this manual  
cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. The operator  
must understand that common sense and caution are factors, which cannot be built  
into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
1.  
IMPORTANT! Prior to its first use, make sure to check for proper hydraulic oil  
level in the Bottle Jack. Then thoroughly test the Bottle Jack for proper op-  
eration prior to its actual use. If the Bottle Jack appears not to be working  
properly, it may be necessary to bleed its hydraulic system of excess air. To do  
so, remove the Oil Filler Plug. Assemble the complete Handle Assembly and lower  
the saddle of the jack fully. Insert the slot on the lower portion of the Handle Assem-  
bly over theValve Release Screw. Turn the Handle Assembly clockwise to close the  
Valve Release Screw. Insert the Handle Assembly into the Plunger/Fulcrum As-  
sembly. Apply pressure to the Saddle, and pump the Handle Assembly slowly several  
times. The trapped air is pressurized and will be audible when released in this  
manner. Once bled of air check the Oil Fill Hole and, if necessary, top off the Oil Fill  
Hole with hydraulic oil. Then, replace the Oil Filler Plug. Turn the Handle Assembly  
counterclockwise slowly to completely lower the Jack. Test the Jack several times  
for proper operation before attempting to lift a load. If, after purging, the Jack still  
does not appear to be working properly, do not use the Jack until it has been  
repaired by a qualified service technician. (See Diagrams, below.)  
SADDLE  
ELEVATING  
SCREW  
(some models)  
OIL FILL HOLE  
VALVE  
RELEASE  
SCREW  
VALVE  
RELEASE  
SCREW  
OIL FILLER PLUG  
PLUNGER/  
FULCRUM ASSY.  
HANDLE ASSEMBLY  
NOTE:There may be some slight differences in the appearance of the various jacks,  
however the instructions in this manual apply to all of the jacks.  
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2.  
3.  
WARNING! Make sure the vehicle is parked on a flat, level, solid, ground  
surface safely away from oncoming traffic. Turn off the vehicle’s engine. Place  
the vehicle’s transmission in “PARK” (if automatic) or in its lowest gear (if manual).  
Set the vehicle’s emergency brake. Then, block the wheels that are not being lifted.  
Check to make sure the Jack is fully lowered. If not, assemble the Handle Assem-  
bly. Insert the lower portion of the Handle Assembly into the Valve Release Screw,  
and turn the Handle Assembly counterclockwise to lower the Jack. Once the Jack  
is fully lowered, turn the Handle Assembly firmly clockwise to close the Valve Re-  
lease Screw. (See Diagrams, pg. 5.)  
4.  
5.  
Carefully position the Saddle of the Jack under the vehicle manufacturer’s recom-  
mended lifting point. If equipped, the Elevating Screw can be used to alter the  
height of the jack’s saddle; it is adjusted by turning it clockwise or counterclockwise.  
(See vehicle manufacturer’s owner’s manual for location of seam lifting point when  
lifting only one wheel and frame lifting points when lifting the entire front or rear end  
of the vehicle.) (See Diagrams, pg. 5.)  
Pump the Handle Assembly until the top of the Jack’s Saddle has nearly reached  
the vehicle lifting point. NOTE: The Jack should be positioned at 90 degrees to the  
vehicle’s lifting point to ensure the Jack’s Saddle and vehicle lifting point are in  
alignment. If not, remove and reposition the Jack before lifting the vehicle.  
6.  
7.  
To lift the vehicle, pump the Handle Assembly of the Jack. Use smooth, full strokes  
for best results. (See Diagrams, pg. 5.)  
Once the vehicle is raised, slide a jack stand of appropriate capacity (not included)  
to the proper lifting point referred to in the vehicle owner’s manual. If using two jack  
stands, make sure they are on the same point on each side of the vehicle.  
8.  
Center the vehicle’s lifting point(s) on the saddle of the jack stand(s). Set up the  
jack stand(s) according to the manufacturer’s instructions, making sure that they  
lock securely into position. NOTE: If using two jack stands make sure they are  
at the same height.  
9.  
Slowly turn the Handle Assembly counterclockwise to open theValve Release Screw  
and lower the vehicle onto the saddle(s) of the jack stand(s). Then, turn the Upper/  
Lower Handle Assembly firmly clockwise to close the Valve Release Screw.  
(See Diagrams, pg. 5.)  
10.  
While standing safely aside, gently rock the vehicle to determine if it is stable on the  
jack stand(s). If it is not, raise the vehicle, and reposition the jack stand(s).  
WARNING! When performing this procedure be prepared and stand clear of  
the vehicle, as the vehicle can fall off the jack stand(s) causing personal in-  
jury and/or property damage.  
11.  
When the repair work to the vehicle is completed, make sure to remove all tools, old  
vehicle parts, etc. from under the vehicle.  
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12.  
Make certain that the Saddle is still in position under the lifting point.Turn the Handle  
Assembly firmly clockwise to close the Valve Release Screw, and pump the Upper/  
Lower Handle Assembly to raise the vehicle slightly above the saddle(s) of the jack  
stands. Then, collapse the jack stand(s) and remove it from under the vehicle.  
13.  
14.  
Slowly turn the Handle Assembly counterclockwise (never more than two full turns)  
to lower the vehicle onto the ground. (See Diagrams, pg. 5.)  
Lower the Bottle Jack completely. Then, store the Jack in a safe, dry location out of  
reach of children.  
INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING  
1.  
2.  
Before each use, inspect the general condition of the Bottle Jack. Check for bro-  
ken, cracked, or bent parts, loose or missing parts, and any condition that may  
affect the proper operation of the product. If a problem occurs, have the problem  
corrected before further use. Do not use damaged equipment.  
Before each use, make sure to thoroughly test the Bottle Jack for proper op-  
eration prior to its actual use. If the Bottle Jack appears not to be working  
properly, it may be necessary to bleed its hydraulic system of excess air. To do  
so, remove the Oil Filler Plug. Assemble the complete Handle Assembly and lower  
the saddle of the jack fully. Insert the lower portion of the Handle Assembly onto the  
Valve Release Screw. Turn the Handle Assembly clockwise to close the Valve Re-  
lease Screw. Insert the Handle Assembly into the Plunger/Fulcrum Assembly. Apply  
pressure to the Saddle, and pump the Handle Assembly slowly several times. The  
trapped air is pressurized and will be audible when released in this manner. Once  
bled of air check the Oil Fill Hole and, if necessary, top off the Oil Fill Hole with  
hydraulic oil. Then, replace the Oil Filler Plug. Turn the Handle Assembly counter-  
clockwise slowly to completely lower the Jack. Test the Jack several times for proper  
operation before attempting to lift a load. If, after purging, the Jack still does not  
appear to be working properly, do not use the Jack until it has been repaired  
by a qualified service technician. (See Diagrams, pg. 5.)  
3.  
Change the hydraulic oil at least once every three years. To do so, with the  
Bottle Jack fully lowered, remove the Oil Filler Plug on the side of the Housing. Tip  
the Bottle Jack to allow the old hydraulic oil to drain out of the Housing completely,  
and dispose of the old hydraulic oil in accordance with local regulations. With the  
Bottle Jack upright, completely fill the Housing with a high quality hydraulic oil (not  
included) until the oil just begins to run out of the Oil Fill Hole. Then, reinstall the Oil  
Filler Plug. (See Diagrams, pg. 5.)  
4.  
5.  
When cleaning, use a clean cloth with a detergent or mild solvent. Then, store the  
Bottle Jack in a safe, dry location out of reach of children and other non-authorized  
people.  
WARNING! All maintenance, service, or repairs not listed in this manual are  
only to be attempted by a qualified service technician.  
Bottle Jacks  
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