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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. ALWAYS inspect the jack before use. Inspect for distortion of the column

and locking pins and the security of all parts. Check all parts are in good

condition and operating smoothly and that no cracks or distortion is

apparent. If in doubt DO NOT use.

2. If any part of jack fails to work properly, stop use and have it repaired or

replaced. NEVER attempt to repair jack while it is under load.

3. DO NOT use the jack for any purpose other than for which it is designed.

4. Ensure the jack is on a firm solid base and that there is no likelihood of it

slipping or sinking when under load.

5. Ensure the load is taken by the FULL lifting nose and that the point of lift on

the load is of sufficient strength to support the full load adequately.

6. ALWAYS ensure that the load is stabilised or supported in such a way that it

will not shift during lowering or lifting. Always lock and/or stabilise the load

to be lifted. The jack will not act as a load stabiliser.

7. ALWAYS use supports to stabilise the load once lifted. DO NOT rely upon the

jack to hold the load in position.

8. NEVER push a load off the jack.

9. All persons shall be clear of load being raised, lowered or pulled. NEVER

work under a raised load without using additional supports such as axle

stands. As an extra precaution insert a M12 steel bolt (not included)

through the hole in the beam immediately below the lifting mechanism to

act as a safety pin. Ensure there are no persons or obstructions beneath a

load before lowering.

10. Ensure there is a working gap between a vehicle being lifted and any

adjacent wall or object.

11. Ensure the vehicle handbrake is securely on and/or an automatic vehicle

transmission is in the park position before lifting.

12. Take care not to trap fingers within the moving parts.

13. ALWAYS keep a firm grip on the handle and support beam.

14. When using the jack to pull or drag a load, be aware that the load may

suddenly ‘give’, eg. pulling a tree stump etc. Take appropriate

precautions.

15. NEVER exceed the rated load of the jack as given in the specifications.

WARNING/If you exceed rated capacity, the shear pin will break and the

handle will drop.