GBJ-002L ONLY
Models GBJ-002 - GBJ-050
5.0 OPERATION
5.1 Before Using the Jack
1. Inspect the condition of the jack before use. Do not
use the jack if it is damaged, missing parts or if it is
leaking oil. Refer to Section 6.3 for a detailed list of
inspection items.
2. Lubricate the pump linkage and pivot pins with
lubricating oil. Refer to Section 6.4 for lubrication
points.
3. Remove oil fi ll/air release plug and check oil level.
Refer to Section 6.1 for oil specifi cations and
additional information.
4. Using rectangular end of
pump handle, turn relief valve
stem counter-clockwise to
open valve (do not turn more
than two revolutions). See
Fig. 3.
5. Insert pump handle into
handle
socket.
Operate
handle 6 to 8 strokes. This
will help lubricate the pump's
internal parts prior to lifting.
Note: If ram rises erratically or if a spongy feel is noticed
while pumping under load, perform air bleeding
procedure. Refer to Section 6.2.
Key:
1. Saddle (all except GBJ-002L)
2. Ram
3. Oil Fill/Air Release Plug
4. Handle Socket
5. Pump (all except GBJ-100)
6. Release Valve
7. Pump Handle
8. Low Pressure Pump
(GBJ-100 only)
9. High Pressure Pump
(GBJ-100 only)
10. Pressure Gauge
(GBJ-100 only)
11. Lifting Handle
(GBJ-020 thru
GBJ-100 only)
Fig. 2 - Features and Components
OPEN CLOSE
Fig. 3 - Release Valve
Model GBJ-100
5.2 Lifting the Load
1. Using rectangular end of pump handle, turn relief
valve stem clockwise until valve is fully closed.
CAUTION: To prevent damage, do not use
excessive force when closing the release valve.
2. Position jack under proper lift point. Refer to Section
8.0 for jack transporting and positioning information.
3. Insert pump handle into handle socket. Length and
quantity of handle segments will vary, depending on
jack model.
Note: Model GBJ-100 has two pumps. For this jack
model, insert pump handle into the socket on the low
pressure pump.
4. Operate pump handle until the saddle makes solid
contact with the load. On models equipped with an
extension screw, adjust the screw height as required.
Be sure that the load is perpendicular to the center of
the jack saddle.
WARNING: During
lifting, the inclined
load must not exceed
6 degrees. See Fig. 4.
Fig. 4 - Inclined Load
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