How To Use and Safety Precautions
1. Warnings, Cautions and Dangers!
2. Lubrication
3. Parts List.
4. Operating Instructions
5. Accessories
1. Warnings, Cautions and Dangers!:
With proper use and care, your Jack will give you years of dependable service. You can use the Hi-Lift® Jack in many ways, including:
Lifting stable loads. Winching loads. Clamping or spreading. Stretching wire. Raising vehicles or other mobile loads. (when properly chocked and blocked (stabilized))
INSPECT THE JACK BEFORE USE
Inspect the Jack carefully before each use. Make sure the Jack is not damaged, badly worn, or missing parts. Check the pins to make sure that they are not worn or damaged. Check the main vertical bar to make sure that it is straight and that nothing is blocking the holes. Do not use the Jack unless it is in good clean working condition. Do not use the jack unless it is properly lubricated. Using a jack that is not in good clean working condition or properly lubricated may cause serious injury. See “Lubrication.”
OPERATIONAL SAFETY
Do not use this Jack on curved or tubular vehicle bumpers. The vehicle could slip off the Jack and fall, causing serious injury or death. Use the Bumper Lift to lift most vehicles with curved or slotted bumpers. See Bumper Lift in “Accessories.” Do not raise inflated tire more than 2” (5 cm) above the ground. Never attempt to lift more than one wheel at a time.
When used as a winch, the top clamp will support up to 5,000 lbs. (2,273 kg). If you go over this limit, the top clamp could bend or break, causing the load to shift or the chain or tow strap to snap back. If that occurs it could result in damage or injury. The working load of each chain or tow strap must be greater than the strength of the Jack. If a chain or tow strap breaks while winching, the load could shift or the chain or tow strap could snap back. The maximum clamping force is 750 lbs. (340 kg). If you exceed this limit, the top clamp could bend or break, resulting in injury or damage. Always place the handle against the steel standard (bar) with the handle clip holding it up before moving the reversing latch. This will prevent the handle from moving up and down rapidly, which could cause serious injury or death if it comes into contact with any part of your body. Always keep your head out of the travel path of the handle. Lowering the load can be dangerous. During lowering, the weight of the load pushes UP against the Jack’s handle. If your hands slip off the handle, or if the handle is horizontal when you move the reversing latch, it may move up very quickly. If your head is in the handle’s travel path, it could strike you, causing serious injury or death.
Do not use the jack to support a load. Securely chock and block (stabilize) the load to be lifted. Never get under a raised load without properly chocking and supporting the load. If a raised load falls it can cause serious injury or death. THIS JACK WILL NOT STABILIZE THE LOAD. You must chock and block (stabilize) the load to prevent it from moving or falling. If a raised load falls, it can cause serious injury or death.
CHOCK & BLOCK (STABILIZE)
A chock is a wedge for steadying a body and holding it motionless, or for preventing the movement of a wheel. When you block a load, you secure and support a load that is being lifted. The block(s) or stabilizer(s) should have a weight capacity that is greater than the weight of the load which is being lifted.
2. Lubrication:
Jack is not self-lubricating. It will not operate safely without proper lubrication. If the moving parts of the jack or the steel standard (bar) are clogged, use air pressure, water pressure, or a stiff brush to clean. Use a non-flammable cleaning solvent or another good de-greaser to clean the Jack. Remove any existing rust, preferably with a penetrating lubricant. Then lubricate the Jack using white lithium grease, light penetrating oil, or a silicon or Teflon spray at the following points:
Steel Bar: Keep the front and back edges of the steel standard (bar) lightly lubricated and free from dirt and rust.
Pitman Pin: Keep the pitman pin lubricated or it will damage the handle socket and pitman.
Shear bolt: Keep the shear bolt clean and lubricated to keep it from wearing out.
Climbing Pins and Springs: Keep both climbing pins and springs lubricated and free from dirt and rust.
Do not use motor oil or grease to lubricate the jack.
IF YOUR JACK BINDS
As your Jack becomes older, the climbing pins may start binding in the holes of the steel standard (bar). This will prevent the Jack from operating properly and safely. Rusty climbing pins, dirt, or a worn bar can cause binding. Clean and lubricate the lifting mechanism. Test the Jack by jacking it up without a load. If the binding continues, have the jack repaired. If your Jack binds while under a load, use a jack with equal or larger load capacity to lower the load safely to the ground. Repeat the steps in this paragraph to the binding Jack.
3. Parts List:
Following are the parts for all Hi-Lift Jacks.
1 Top Clamp-Clevis Bolt
2 Top Clamp-Clevis
3 Steel Standard (Bar)
4 Handle Spring Clip
5 Steel Handle w/ Cotter Pin
6 Handle Socket
7 Pitman Pin
8 Hex Bolt
9 Pitman
10 Small Runner
11 Shear Bolt
12 Foot Piece w/ Cotter Pin
14 Climbing Pin Spring (2 required)
15 Climbing Pin (2 required)
16 Cross Pin (2 required)
18 Reversing Switch Cam Bar and Spring
19 Cap Screw w/ Washer
20 Reversing Latch
21 Reversing Switch Spring
22 Large Runner
23 Running Gear (assembled)
Individual parts may vary on some models
4. Operating Instructions:
Please read Warning, Cautions and Dangers section above before using the Hi-Lift jack.
RAISING A STATIONARY LOAD
1. Securely chock and block (stabilize) the load you are going to lift to prevent it from rolling or shifting as you lift it.
2. Keep the handle against the steel standard (bar) with the handle clip holding it when not lifting or lowering.
3. Place the Jack’s base plate securely on a firm, level, and dry surface with the steel standard (bar) pointing straight up.
4. Lift the reversing latch until it locks in the UP position.
5. Grasp the handle or the handle socket and raise the lifting mechanism until the nose is completely and securely under the load.
6. Grasp the handle firmly with both hands. Carefully pump the handle up and down to raise the load. Do not use an extension on the handle.
Always place the handle against the steel standard (bar) with the handle clip holding it up before moving the reversing latch. This will prevent the handle from moving up and down rapidly, which could cause serious injury or death if it comes into contact with any part of your body. Always keep your head out of the travel path of the handle.
?The load will be raised on each DOWN stroke of the handle.
?Watch the load and the Jack carefully. Stop jacking if either one starts to move. Do not continue raising the load unless it is safe to do so. When safe, stabilize and block the load.
7. When the load is raised to the desired height, place the handle in the upright clipped position against the steel standard (bar).
8. Block the load securely.
9. Lower the load onto the blocks.
IMPORTANT:
Handle force required to raise 4,660 lbs. is 177 lbs. at 34” on the handle.
Maximum rated load is 4,660 lbs. (2,273 kg) up to 48” (121 cm), tested to 7,000lbs. (3175 kg). Upper 12” of 60” jack is rated to 2,660 lbs. (1,209 kg) only, tested to 4,000 lbs. (1,818 kg). If you overload the Jack during operation, the shear bolt (located in the lifting mechanism) will break. If the shear bolt breaks, as it will at 7,000 lbs. (3,175 kg), the load should be supported, but the Jack’s handle will drop freely. Use a Jack with a larger load capacity to lower the load safely to the ground. Do not replace the shear bolt with a bolt of greater strength as this could cause the jack to fail and drop the load. Always use a shear bolt supplied. Do not replace the shear bolt while the Jack is under load.
WORKING WITH A RAISED LOAD:
THIS JACK WILL NOT STABILIZE THE LOAD. You must chock and block (stabilize) the load to prevent it from moving or falling. If a raised load falls, it can cause serious injury or death.
Always follow the rules below when working with a raised load:
?Chock and block (stabilize) the load to prevent it from moving or falling.
?Make sure the load cannot slip, roll away, or fall.•
?Never go underneath a raised load supported with just a Jack.
?Never push a raised load off the Jack.
?Make sure everyone is clear of the load before lowering.
LOWERING A LOAD:
Lowering the load can be dangerous. Keep your head clear of the path of the handle. During lowering, the weight of the load pushes UP against the Jack’s handle. If your hands slip off the handle, or if the handle is horizontal when you move the reversing latch, it may move up very quickly. If your head is in the handle’s travel path, it could strike you, causing serious injury or death.
IMPORTANT:
The Jack must have a load on it (150 pounds or more) to lower step-by-step. Otherwise, the lifting mechanism will slide down to the base plate, “dropping” your load.
1. Before you move the reversing latch down, clip the handle in the upright position against the steel standard (bar).
2. Move the reversing latch to the DOWN position.
3. Grasp the handle firmly with both hands. Carefully pump the handle up and down to begin lowering the load.
4. The load will be lowered on each UP stroke of the handle. If the Jack binds, see instructions above.
WINCHING OR CLAMPING WITH THE JACK
You may use this Jack as a winch or clamp.
For Winching:
Make sure the top clamp is in line with the bar. Install one end of a chain or tow strap securely to the object to be winched, and securely attach the other end of the chain or tow strap to the top clamp of the Jack. Use a shackle if the chain or tow strap will not fit through the Top Clamp of the Jack. Take another chain or tow strap and secure one end to a fixed, stable object, and the other end around the lifting nose on the Jack (do not attach chain or shackle to bottom hole of the lifting nose). If the fixed object is a tree, follow Tread Lightly principles and use a tree strap. Operate the Jack as you would for raising or lowering a load.
Also see the OFF-ROAD KIT (in “Accessories”) for everything that you need to winch with the Hi-Lift Jack.
The working load of each chain or tow strap must be greater than the strength of the Jack. If a chain or tow strap breaks while winching, the load could shift or the chain or tow strap could snap back. When used as a winch, the top clamp will support up to 5,000 lbs. (2,273 kg). If you go over this limit, the top clamp could bend or break, causing the load to shift or the chain or tow strap to snap back. If that occurs it could result in damage or injury.
For Clamping:
Loosen the top clamp bolt. Turn the top clamp 90° to the steel bar, and retighten the bolt. You can connect the top clamp anywhere along the steel standard (bar) to use the Jack as a clamp. Operate the Jack as< you would for raising a load.
The maximum clamping force is 750 lbs. (340 kg). If you exceed this limit, the top clamp could bend or break, resulting in injury or damage.
5. Accessories:
Lift Mate
The Lift-Mate is designed to provide a lift point from most wheels for quick and easy lifting. When used with the Hi-Lift jack, the Lift-Mate makes raising one wheel of most average sized vehicles an easy task.
In recent years, the Hi-Lift jack has been limited to its use on some of the newer trucks and SUV’s due to newer style bumpers that are made of plastic or are not compatible with a bumper-style jack.
The Lift-Mate is the answer to those problems, allowing the Hi-Lift to be used with almost any truck or SUV. Many trucks and SUV’s have larger tires and/or lift kits that require extensive lifting height ability from the bumper jack.
The Lift-Mate is designed to operate in a manner that allows the vehicle wheel to be lifted directly from the wheel, greatly reducing the amount of travel up the bar needed to lift the wheel an adequate and safe height.
Bumper Lift
The Bumper Lift is designed to fit slotted or curved bumpers for quick and easy lifting. When used with the Hi-Lift jack, the Bumper Lift makes raising one wheel of most average-sized vehicles an easy task. Bumper Lift has a 3,000-lb. capacity. BL-250 (Hi-Lift P/N)
Do not use this Jack on curved or tubular vehicle bumpers. The vehicle could slip off the Jack and fall, causing serious injury or death. Use the Bumper Lift to lift most vehicles with curved or slotted bumpers. Do not raise inflated tire more than 2” (5 cm) above the ground. Never attempt to lift more than one wheel at a time.
Jack Protector
Protects your Hi-Lift Jack from weather, mud, dirt and sand. Made of durable vinyl-coated nylon, the Jack Protector is waterproof, as well as mildew and decay resistant. Drawstring closure. Fits 36”, 42”, 48”, and 60” Hi-Lift Jacks. (Note: All working parts of the 60” Jack are protected. However, the foot piece and 5” of steel bar are exposed.)
JP-350 (Hi-Lift P/N)
Fix-it Kit
Keep your Hi-Lift jack operating trouble-free. The Fix-it-Kit has all the principal parts for servicing all Hi-Lift jack lifting units. FK-1 (Hi-Lift P/N)
Loc Rac
A convenient mounting and locking device for storage of your Hi-Lift Jack. Installation is simple. It can be mounted horizontally or vertically, with or without a jack protector. Your Hi-Lift Jack is mounted in the Loc-Rac to deter theft. It also places the jack in an easy to reach location. Loc-Rac is manufactured of high quality steel. Lock is included.
LR-200 (Hi-Lift P/N)
4X Rac
The Hi-Lift 4XRAC is designed for serious off-roaders who are looking for an easy, inexpensive way to stow their Hi-Lift jack in a convenient, secure location. Each kit contains 2 mounting brackets, 2 mounting bracket caps, a Velcro strap for securing the Hi-Lift’s handle, and all necessary mounting hardware.
4X400 (Hi-Lift P/N)
Off Road Base
The Off-Road Base alleviates jack sinkage on soft ground. This lightweight and durable base is constructed to withstand the high weight capacities of the Hi-Lift Jack.
ORB (Hi-Lift P/N)
Off Road Kit
The OFF-ROAD KIT contains everything needed to winch with the Hi-Lift Jack (user to provide tow strap) in one convenient case.
Kit contains:
1-Custom Nose Attachment
1- 8ft. Tree Saver Strap
1- Pair/Hi-Lift Gloves
Hardware and Carrying
ORK (Hi-Lift P/N)
Note: The majority of this information is copied directly for the Hi-Lift Brand Jack manual
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