Harbor Freight Tools 94487 Automobile Parts User Manual


 
SKU 94487 For technical questions please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 7
Troubleshooting
POSSIBLE SYMPTOMS
PROBABLE SOLUTION
(Make certain that the jack is
not supporting a load while at-
tempt-ing a solution.)
Jack will not
lift at its weight
capacity
Saddle lowers
under load
Pump stroke
feels spongy
Saddle will not
lift all the way
Handle moves
up when jack is
under load
Oil leaking from
filler plug
X X
Check that Release Valve is closed
fully.
X X X
Valves may be blocked and may
not close fully. To flush the valves:
Lower the Saddle and securely
close the Release Valve.
Manually lift the saddle several
inches.
Open the release valve and
force the saddle down as
quickly as possible.
1.
2.
3.
X X X
Jack may be low on oil. Check the
oil level and refill if needed.
Jack may require bleeding - see
instructions on page 7.
X
Unit may have too much hydraulic
oil inside, check fluid level and ad-
just if needed.
WARNING
When trying to troubleshoot a malfunctioning jack, the utmost caution must be exercised. Always stay well clear of all
loads that are being supported.
Make certain that all operational problems with the bottle jack are fully resolved 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.
NEVER USE A MALFUNCTIONING JACK!