Harbor Freight Tools 41487 Automobile Parts User Manual


 
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REV 05/04
Purging Air from the Hydraulic System
Air bubbles can become trapped inside the hydraulic system thereby reducing the efficiency
of the Jack. Purge the air from the system if lift efficiency drops.
1. Place the slotted end of the Handle (5, 6) assembly over the Valve Release screw (18,
21) and turn 1-1/2 turns counterclockwise.
2. Remove the oil Filler Plug (23) on the side of the jack Reservoir (37) by gently pulling
and turning it.
3. Rapidly pump the Handle assembly several times to purge the air from the hydraulic
system.
4. Turn the Release Valve screw clockwise until snug using the Handle assembly.
5. Top off jack Reservoir (37) as described below.
5. Replace the Filler Plug (23).
Oil Replacement
1. Place Jack in an upright position.
2. Completely lower the Ram (48).
3. Remove the Filler Plug (23).
4. Fill with high-quality hydraulic jack oil to the lower rim of the fill hole.
5. Purge air from the hydraulic system as previously described.
6. Top off with more hydraulic oil.
7. Replace Filler Plug (23).
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DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANU-
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PAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY
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