This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
BEFORE USING THIS DEVICE, READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY AND THOROUGHLY, UNDERSTAND ITS OPERATING
PROCEDURES, SAFETY WARNINGS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure all personnel read this manual prior to using these jack stands. It is also
the responsibility of the jack stand's owner to keep this manual intact and in a convenient location for all to see and read. If
the manual or product labels are lost or not legible, contact Matco for replacements. If the operator is not fluent in English,
the product and safety instructions shall be read to and discussed with the operator in the operator's native language by
the purchaser/owner or his designee, making sure that the operator comprehends its contents.
THE NATURE OF HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
WARNING
This product must only be used to support vehicles. Do not use this product for any other purpose. The use of portable
automotive lifting and support devices are subject to certain hazards that cannot be prevented by mechanical means,
but only by the exercise of intelligence, care, and common sense. It is therefore essential to have owners and personnel
involved in the use and operation of the equipment who are careful, competent, trained, and qualified in the safe operation
of the equipment and its proper use. Examples of hazards are dropping, tipping or slipping of loads caused primarily by
improperly securing loads, overloading, off-centered loads, use on other than hard level surfaces, and using equipment for
a purpose for which it was not designed.
METHODS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
WARNING
• Read, study, understand and follow all instructions before operating this device
• Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 and OSHA standards (users and bystanders)
• Inspect the jack stands before each use. Do not use if damaged, altered, modified, in poor condition, or have loose or
missing hardware or parts. Make corrections before using the stands
• Do not use or modify this product for any other purpose than that for which it was designed without consulting the
manufacturer's authorized representative
• Do not use beyond rated capacity. Do not shock load. Maximum load capacity per matched pair shall not exceed the
rated capacity of the individual stand
• Use only on a hard level surface capable of supporting the load
• Use as a matched pair only
• Stands are to be used in matched pairs to support one end of a vehicle only. Do not simultaneously support both ends or
one side of a vehicle
• Apply the emergency brake, put the gear shift lever in park or in gear if a manual shift transmission, and chock the tires
that will not be lifted off the ground
• Center load on saddle. Do not use saddle lugs to support the load
• Check the stands for solid contact with the ground and vehicle
• Make sure the stand's locking pins are fully engaging the stand on both sides and the support column's saddle is making
contact with a vehicle support surface that can support the load
• Ensure both stands are set at same height and locking pins are fully engaged
• Never use the stand's lower support plate (if so equipped) as a load bearing surface for the locking pin
• Do not crawl under vehicle when placing/removing stands
• Consult the vehicle manufacturer for the proper frame support locations
• Failure to heed these warnings may result in serious or fatal personal injury and/or property damage
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
JS22TA
JS22TA 22 TON JACK STANDS (PAIR)
WARNING
IMPORTANT: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING
WARNING
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WARNING: Indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
03/16/20