OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USE
1. Before using this product, read the owner's manual completely and familiarize yourself thoroughly with the
product and the hazards associated with its improper use.
2. Perform the air purge procedure. (See previous instructions for system purge procedure.)
3. Check and that the pump operates smoothly before putting into service.
4. Inspect before each use. Do not use if bent, broken or cracked components are noted.
IMPORTANT: It is possible for air to enter the hydraulic system, causing poor lifting performance. Purge any
air from the system by fully opening the release valve (turn handle counterclockwise as shown). Then while
holding the boom down, operate pump handle rapidly several times.
HYDRAULIC OPERATION
1. Familiarize yourself with the crane
2. Attach the handle piece, making sure to align with
lowering valve, turn CLOCKWISE until tight.
3. Line up the handle to the handle socket located
on the side of the long ram, then insert the handle
inside the handle socket.
4. Secure the handle in place inside the handle
socket. Without any weight on the crane, cycle the
crane up and down several times to insure the
hydraulic system is operating properly. (Perform to
the Air Purge Procedure before first use.)
WARNING!
THIS LONG RAM IS DESIGNED FOR LIFTING
PURPOSES ONLY, NOT FOR SUPPORTING
LOADS. DO NOT LOAD BEYOND ITS RATED
CAPACITY.
RAISING THE CRANE
1. Block the vehicle's wheels for lifting stability.
Secure the load to prevent inadvertent shifting and
movement.
2. Position the crane near desired lift point.
3. Set the Parking Brake in the vehicle.
4. Close the release valve by turning it clockwise
until it is firmly closed.
5. Before raising the load double check and verify
the load is centered and also has full contact with
the lifting point.
6. Pump handle to lift load. Continue to pump the
long ram handle to raise the load to the desired
height. After lifting, support the load appropriately.
CAUTION:
NEVER WIRE, CLAMP OR OTHERWISE DISABLE
THE LIFT CONTROL VALVE TO FUCTION BY
ANY MEANS OTHER THAN BY USING THE
OPERATOR'S HAND. USE THE HANDLE
PROVIDED WITH THIS PRODUCT OR AN
AUTHORIZED REPLACEMENGT HANDLE TO
ENSURE PROPER RELEASE VAVLE OPERATION.
DO NOT USE EXTENSIONS ON ANY AIR HOSE
OR ON THE OPERATING HANDLE.
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