ARB Jack, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...Meets applicable requirements of AS NZS 2693 2007 ASME B30 1 2015 Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC Instruction Manual Operation Safety Maintenance ...

Page 2: ...Contents JACK WARNING 04 JACK CARE MAINTENANCE 08 JACK COMPONENTS 09 JACK OPERATION 10 HOW TO USE YOUR JACK 1 1 Raising the Jack 11 Vehicle Safety 22 Lowering the Jack 23 JACK TROUBLESHOOTING 26 ...

Page 3: ...ration Ltd 42 44 Garden St Kilsyth 3137 Vic Ph 61 3 9761 6622 arb com au BY Store these instructions in a safe place for future reference ARB recommends that when the Jack is not in use it is stored in the bag provided and the shaft fully compressed WARNING This Jack is not for vehicle maintenance or wheel removal Do not get under a raised vehicle Do not get under a vehicle that is supported by a ...

Page 4: ...ions Ensure all Jack operators understand instructions know how to use the Jack safely and are properly trained Operate the Jack using the correct parts and only replace components with genuine replacements Service and maintain the Jack with only genuine and approved components failure to do so will make the Jack unsafe Carefully inspect the Jack regularly and perform all maintenance as required K...

Page 5: ...roundings While carrying the Jack be aware of surroundings when turning to prevent hitting people or objects in the immediate vicinity 1 Position Position the Jack to only lift in areas of the vehicle specified as off road jacking points 2 Always use support stands After lifting the vehicle always support the load with appropriately rated vehicle support stands before working on the vehicle 3 Do n...

Page 6: ...e and or cause injury to the operator Use a Jack adaptor to lift from wheel rims or bumpers 9 The use of heavy duty rigging winching gloves is recommended 10 Do not move or dolly a vehicle while the Jack is in use 11 Stay alert and use caution when operating Jack Do not use the Jack when tired incoherent dizzy or under the influence of drugs and or alcohol The operator MUST be alert and watch the ...

Page 7: ...Y the Jack in any way Unauthorised modification may impair the function lifespan and or safety of the Jack The Jack was designed for specific applications ALWAYS CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN out parts before using the Jack Broken parts will affect the equipment operation When the Jack is not in use the Jack must be stored in the bag provided Inspect for good working condition prior to storage and re ...

Page 8: ... the shafts for signs of rust or corrosion Clean as needed and wipe with an oily cloth Rinse the Jack with fresh water Never use high pressure and never use chemicals to clean the Jack Avoid operating the lowering lever or depressing the pressure relief button whilst cleaning STORAGE Store Jack with the shaft fully retracted Jack lowered the handle retained in the rubber bumper and the hook in the...

Page 9: ...rior to each operation Lowering Lever Black Pressure Relief Button Handle Body Bumper Clamp Hook Eyelet Dust Cap Jack Body Quick Release Lever Foot JACK COMPONENTS KNOW YOUR JACK Compare these illustrations with your Jack BEFORE operation to become familiar with the location of various Jack components ...

Page 10: ...OPERATING PRINCIPLES When the lowering lever is not depressed upward strokes of the Jack handle draws oil from the reservoir tank into the piston cavity Hydraulic pressure holds the valve closed which keeps the oil in the piston cavity Downward strokes of the Jack handle releases oil into the cylinder which forces the pump system upward inside the shaft When the Jack reaches maximum extension oil ...

Page 11: ...k for lifting release the lever on the side of the clamp The quick release lever does not need any adjustment pull the lever away from the body of the Jack to release the clamp If the clamp no longer applies enough clamping force close the lever and adjust with a hex key until the hook is adequately clamped Do not over tighten If greater clamping force is required With the clamp lock in the closed...

Page 12: ... a horizontal position and raise the hook to the desired groove closest to but just below your target jacking point NOTE It is important that you allow for some height between your jacking point and the hook so that the Jack can be removed safely once you lower the Jack Close the quick release lever ...

Page 13: ...pivot as the vehicle is raised The shaft rotates inside the body to rotate stand on the foot and twist the body NOTE The Jack may blow over if left unattended in high winds WARNING Failure to consider the movement in the foot may result in property damage and or serious injury The vehicle will move in an arc motion and the Jack can become unstable if not aligned properly ...

Page 14: ...e Jack may touch the vehicle 6 HOOK ENGAGEMENT The hook engages in the receptacle of most ARB bars It is recommended that you push the hook as far in as possible and to ensure a secure lift Some bars may restrict the depth which the hook can be inserted Do not lower the hook below the restrictive plate as this may cause damage to the bar NOTE Ensure the hook is secure and horizontal ...

Page 15: ...JACK Instruction Manual 15 Original Instruction SAHARA SUMMIT BAR COMMERCIAL DELUXE BAR ...

Page 16: ...16 JACK Instruction Manual 3789833 20200901 Original Instruction REAR CARRIER SUMMIT RSTB ...

Page 17: ...JACK Instruction Manual 17 Original Instruction REAR BUMPER ...

Page 18: ...anual 3789833 20200901 Original Instruction 7 VEHICLE INTERFERENCE If the handle linkage is going to interfere with the vehicle move the hook to a lower groove and pump the Jack to raise the hook to the target jacking point ...

Page 19: ...JACK Instruction Manual 19 Original Instruction ...

Page 20: ...ck is under light load use the full stroke of the handle As the weight increases and the Jack raises consider a smaller pumping action Doing so keeps the force below shoulder line and reduces effort required by the operator As the load increases on the Jack the handle will require increased input force by the operator to operate Please consider the mass you are lifting and operator technique to ac...

Page 21: ...the black pressure relief button which is located under the red lowering lever This will allow the Jack to equalize pressure and the Jack s pumping efficiency will return to normal kg DEPRESS THE BLACK BUTTON IF HANDLE LOSES PRESSURE The Jack is designed for single person use only If at any time during use operation becomes difficult STOP Seek assistance if you cannot maintain control of the handl...

Page 22: ...e the ground or attempting to lift more than one wheel at a time may result in the vehicle tipping over unexpected movement serious injury and or death Always raise an inflated tyre less than 50mm 2 and only one tyre at a time Use only certified Jack stands and adhere to their operating instructions WARNING Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle when Jack is being used as the support d...

Page 23: ...ack stands always in pairs 2 LOWERING Using a slow and smooth action depress the RED lowering lever If the Jack has not been used recently initial force on the lever may be higher to break the seal of the valve Correct technique when using the lowering lever will ensure safe and controlled descent How to use your JACK LOWERING THE JACK ...

Page 24: ... CONTROL The initial two thirds of the release lever travel is intended for slow lowering of the loaded Jack The final third of the lever travel is for fast lowering of the unloaded Jack Do not use the fast lowering speed while the Jack is loaded 1 2 3 1 CLOSED 2 SLOW 3 FAST ...

Page 25: ...le fully depress the release lever and apply downward pressure on the Jack to fully compress it to its storage position Lower the handle and press it into the retaining fingers of the rubber bumper Open the quick release lever and rotate the foot upward close the quick release to hold the hook in place ...

Page 26: ...K WILL NOT LOWER UNDER VEHICLE LOAD HANDLE RAISES BY ITSELF WHEN JACK IS UNDER LOAD JACK WAS HOLDING LOAD THEN BEGINS TO LOWER JACK WILL NOT HOLD LOAD HOLDING LOWERING 1 2 RETURN TO ARB If the Jack does not operate as expected see troubleshooting table below If a solution is not found below contact ARB for support ARB Australia 61 3 9761 6622 ARB USA 1 425 264 1270 ARB Europe 420 323 040 900 JACK ...

Page 27: ...essed Engage the hook at the lowest setting and stand on the hook while depressing the red lever Internal pressure may be a factor depress the black pressure relief button If escaping air is heard this will solve the issue 2 Ensure the black pressure relief button is fully dpressed during lowering It may be necessary to rotate the jack body to release the internal friction of the seals 3 Jack inte...

Page 28: ...al unless approved by ARB If Jack requires maintenance to internal components It MUST be returned to an ARB store for a qualified technician to repair DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR INTERNAL COMPONENTS YOURSELF IMAGE DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Dust Cap Assembly VN30010008SP Jack Skewer Assembly VN40010001SP Jack Sticker Kit VN40010003SP Jack Spare Foot Assembly VN40010004SP Jack Spare Handle VN40010005SP J...

Page 29: ...s optimal and remove one of the two E clips from the handle s link 3 Slide the link pin out of the link and handle 4 With the handle and link disconnected re install the link pin and re affix E clip The Jack is now unable to pump efficiently 5 Unscrew M3 cap screw from dust cap right hand side near lowering lever 6 Use M3 cap screw to remove threaded dowel pin 7 Remove red lowering lever 8 Return ...

Page 30: ... If Jack reaches its end stop without any air sucking noises it has sufficient fluid and does not need to be refilled If Jack does not reach full extension or begins to produce air sucking or gurgling noises during pumping Jack may need extra fluid to operate to its full extension Topping up the fluid requires disassembly and must only be done by authorised service personnel as incorrect disassemb...

Page 31: ...ve Relevant Essential Health and Safety Requirements Annex I by compliance with the applicable clauses of the following harmonised standards EN ISO 12100 EN 1494 and associated standards b The Pressure Equipment Directive 2014 68 EU by calculation results being less that CAT I Group 2 Liquids and thereby covered by the Machinery Directive Technical File for Compliance with 2006 42 EC ARB Jack 1060...

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