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3 TON HYDRAULIC
FLOOR JACK
Model 54877
ASSEMBLY and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY,
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
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SPECIFICATIONS 6000 lbs Capacity 4-1/2”H to 19-3/8” H Height Range 4-1/4” Square Saddle Size 360 degrees Saddle Swivel 24”L x 14-3/8”W x 4-1/2”H Overall Dimensions 2”W X 3-1/2” DIA. Front Wheel Diameter 1”W X 2-5/16” DIA. Rear Wheel Diameter 81.9 Ibs. Weight Material Plate Steel UNPACKING When unpacking, check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts Lists on page 10 and 11 are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES 1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered work areas invite accidents. 2. Do not operate tools and equipment in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools and equip- ment create sparks which may ignite flammables. 3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating tools and equipment. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area. Provide barriers or shields as ne
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13. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the “Inspection, 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. WARNING! Do not exceed the maximum lift capacity (3 Tons / 6,000 pounds) for this Floor Jack. Overloading the Jack could cause serious personal injury and/or property damage. 2. The Floor Jack is designed for inte
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9. Use the Floor Jack only on vehicles whose frames have lifting points (on its seam or frame) capable of aligning with the Elevating Screw of the Jack. 10. Avoid dangerous oncoming traffic. Always use the Floor Jack as far away from the roadside as possible. 11. Do not use the Floor 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
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ASSEMBLY You will need a 3/8" and an 11/16" wrench to complete assembly. Step 1. Take LOWER HANDLE (#20) and remove the HEX HEAD BOLT (#19). Step 2: Insert the fitted end of the UPPER HANDLE (#18) into LOWER HANDLE. Rotate HANDLES until the bolt holes line up in the center of the Handle Assembly. Step 3: Insert HEX HEAD BOLT (#19) and tighten with a 3/8" wrench as shown in Figure 1. UPPER HANDLE (#18) HEX HEAD BOLT (#19) LOWER HANDLE (#20) FIGURE 1 Step 4: Remove HANDLE BOLT (#17) from the
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OPERATION Step 1: Twist the Handle Assembly clockwise to close the pressure release valve as shown in Figure 3. HANDLE ASSEMBLY WARNING Chalk vehicle’s wheels to prevent rolling while lifting. FIGURE 3 Step 2: Maneuver the Floor Jack underneath the vehicle. Check the vehicle’s Owners Manual for proper jacking points. Do not lift vehicle by the body. Step 3: Begin jacking by lowering the Handle Assembly as shown in Figure 4. SADDLE (#31) HANDLE ASSEMBLY Figure 4 Step 4: Lift Handle Assembly
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Step 6: Place jack stands underneath vehicle at specified points. Refer to the vehicle’s Owners Manual for proper jack stand placement locations. Step 7: Slowly twist Handle Assembly counterclockwise. This will lower the vehicle onto the jack stands. WARNING: Watch for movement of vehicle or jack stands as vehicle is lowered. If any movement occurs, jack vehicle up and adjust jack stands properly. Step 8: Completely lower the Floor Jack and remove from underneath the vehicle. CAUTION: When not
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HANDLE ASSEMBLY OIL FILL PLUG (#31A) LIFT ARM ASSEMBLY FIGURE 5 Maintenance NOTE : Other than the maintenance steps mentioned in this manual, all tool service must be performed only by qualified service technicians. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. Lubricate the Handle Assembly, Handle Socket, Lift Arm, Wheels, and Lift Arm Linkage before first use and at least twice per month (more often during heavy use) as shown in Figure 6. HAND
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Parts Diagram Parts List Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts. SKU 54877 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 10
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION 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 UNDERTAK
