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Maintenance and Servicing
procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
tO prEVEnt SEriOUS inJUry FrOM tOOL FaiLUrE: Do not use damaged equipment. if
abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
1.
BEFOrE EaCH USE,
inspect the general
condition of the Pallet Jack. Check for:
• cracked, broken or bent parts
• loose or missing parts
• misalignment of parts
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
If a problem occurs, have the problem
corrected before further use.
Do not
use damaged equipment.
2. Before each use, thoroughly test the Jack
for proper operation prior to its actual use. If
the Jack appears not to be working properly,
follow Bleeding instructions on page 6.
3. Periodically inject grease into the grease fittings.
4.
aFtEr USE,
lower Jack completely to help
prevent rusting of the Piston Rod. Clean external
surfaces with clean cloth. Store the Jack in a
safe, dry location out of reach of children
.
troubleshooting
tO prEVEnt SEriOUS inJUry: Use caution when troubleshooting a malfunctioning jack.
Stay well clear of the supported load. Completely resolve all problems before use.
If the solutions presented in the Troubleshooting guide do not solve the problem, have a qualified technician
inspect and repair the Jack before use.
after the Jack is repaired: test it carefully without a load by raising
it and lowering it fully, checking for proper operation, BEFOrE rEtUrninG tHE JaCK tO OpEratiOn.
DO nOt USE a DaMaGED Or MaLFUnCtiOninG JaCK!
problem
possible Causes
Likely Solutions
The Forks do not
raise completely.
Insufficient hydraulic fluid.
Refill Pump with hydraulic fluid.
The Forks will not raise. 1. Insufficient hydraulic fluid.
2. Air in valve chamber.
3. Control Lever out of adjustment.
4. Old/contaminated fluid.
1. Refill Pump with hydraulic fluid.
2. Bleed hydraulic system – see page 6.
3. Adjust Control Lever – see page 5.
4. Change fluid and replace Seals.
The Forks will
not descend.
1. Control Lever out of adjustment.
2. Piston Rod rusted.
3. Deformed Piston Rod.
4. Control Lever, Chain, Chain
Bolt, or Nut broken or missing.
1. Adjust Control Lever – see page 5.
2. Lubricate/replace Rod.
3. Replace Piston Rod and cylinder.
4. Replace the Handle Assembly.
Fluid leak.
Component, likely seal,
worn or damaged.
Inspect and replace worn or damaged parts.
Forks descend without
operating release valve.
1. Control Lever out of adjustment.
2. Contaminated hydraulic
fluid clogging valve.
3. Hydraulic component damaged.
1. Adjust Control Lever – see page 5.
2. Clean valve with kerosene and
change hydraulic fluid.
3. Replace damaged part.
Follow safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
