Instruction Manual Operation / Safety / Maintenance Meets applicable requirements of ASME/ANSI B30.1 2004 AU/NZS 2693:2007 Read this instruction manual before using ® the Hi-Lift Jack. The instruction manual is also available in Spanish and French at no charge upon request.
Contents Hi-Lift Jack Components....................1 Safety.........................................................3 Safety Symbols..........................................3 Safety Warnings........................................4 Handle Safety Decal..................................6 General Safety...........................................8 Operation Instructions..........................9 Raising a Stationary Load..........................9 Lowering a Stationary Load......................
Hi-Lift Jack Company P.O. Box 228 Bloomfield, IN 47424-0228 USA Toll Free: 800.233.2051 Direct: 812.384.4441 Fax: 812.384.4592 Web: http://www.hi-lift.com To the Owner / User Thank you for purchasing this Hi-Lift® Jack. With proper use and care, your jack will give you years of dependable service. You can use the Hi-Lift® Jack in many ways, including: • Lifting stable loads. • Winching loads. • Clamping • Spreading. • Raising vehicles or other mobile loads (when properly chocked, blocked and stabilized).
Hi-Lift Jack Components Get to know the components of your jack before you begin use.
Components · Running Gear The following shows the parts associated with the running gear: Handle clip spring Handle socket Pitman pin Reversing switch cam bar Hex bolt & nut Reversing latch Cross pin Climbing pin spring Shear bolt & nut Climbing pin Cross pin Climbing pin spring Climbing pin Cap screw with washer 2
Safety - Warnings Safety All users must read and understand the instructions and safety warnings in this manual and the safety labels placed on the product before using the jack. Each user must use the jack safely and maintain it properly. If any users are not fluent in English, have someone read the instructions to them. Manuals are also available in other languages upon request at no charge.
Safety Warnings ! DANGER DO NOT USE THE JACK TO SUPPORT OR STABILIZE A LOAD. Using the jack to support or stabilize a load may result in unexpected movement and result in serious injury, being crushed and death. Always securely chock and block (stabilize) the load to be lifted. Never place any part of the body under a raised load without properly chocking and supporting the load.
Safety - Warnings The jack handle may move rapidly when moving the reversing latch and cause serious injury or death. Always place the handle against the steel standard bar with the handle clip spring holding it up before moving the reversing latch. This will prevent the handle from moving up and down rapidly. Securely hold on to the jack handle so your hands do not slip and ensure the handle is not in the horizontal position when moving the reversing latch.
Handle Safety Decal Important! Replace handle safety decal if damaged or removed. The following hazards or unsafe practices will cause serious injury or death DO NOT USE THE JACK TO SUPPORT OR STABILIZE A LOAD. Using the jack to support or stabilize a load may result in unexpected movement and result in serious injury, being crushed and death. Always securely chock and block (stabilize) the load to be lifted.
prevent the handle from moving up and down rapidly. Securely hold on to the jack handle so your hands do not slip and ensure the handle Safety is - Warnings not in the horizontal position when moving the reversing latch. Important! During lifting and lowering, the weight of the load pushes up against the jack’s handle. If your hands slip off the handle, or if the handle is horizontal when you move the reversing latch, it may move up very quickly.
Safety - General General Safety Training • Read this manual before use. Do not allow anyone who has not read this manual, and/or does not understand the requirements, use the jack. Spectators • Do not allow bystanders around the jack or under the load supported only by the jack. Inspection • Inspect the jack carefully before each use. Ensure the jack is not damaged, excessively worn, or missing parts. • Check the climbing pins to make sure that they are not worn or damaged.
Operation Instructions Raising a Stationary Load ! DANGER DO NOT USE THE JACK TO SUPPORT OR STABILIZE A LOAD. Using the jack to support or stabilize a load may result in unexpected movement and result in serious injury, being crushed and death. Always securely chock and block (stabilize) the load to be lifted. Never place any part of the body under a raised load without properly chocking and supporting the load.
Operation · Raising a Stationary Load Raising an inflated tire more than 2” (5 cm) above the ground or attempting to lift more than one wheel at a time may result in tip over, unexpected movement and serious injury or death. Always raise an inflated tire less than 2” (5 cm) and only one tire at a time. Handle force required to raise 4,660 lbs. is 177 lbs. at 34” on the handle. Maximum rated load is 4,660 lbs. (2273 kg) up to 48” (121 cm), tested to 7,000 lbs. (3175 kg).
Operation · Raising a Stationary Load 6 4 3 5 2 Important! Keep the handle against steel standard bar with the handle clip spring holding it when not lifting or lowering. 7 9 8 6. Grasp the handle firmly with both hands. Carefully pump the handle up and down to raise the load. Do not use an extension on the handle. The load will be raised on each down stroke of the handle. Watch the load and the jack carefully. Stop lifting if either one starts to move. Do not continue until it is safe to do so.
Additional Instructions For Equipment-Agricultural Jack 1. When attaching the Equipment-Agricultural jack to equipment using tubular mounting brackets, always place lock-pin completely through the holes in the tubular mounting bracket. 2. Always secure the lock-pin in the tubular brackets with the safety cotter pin. 3. Chock the equipment that you have attached the Equipment-Agricultural jack to before lifting with the Equipment-Agricultural jack. Side lift is limited to 2,000 lbs. (907 kg).
Operation · Lowering a Stationary Load 1. Position the jack under the raised load and raise the stationary load (see Raising a Stationary Load). 2. Remove blocks from under the load. 3. Be sure the handle is in the upright position clipped to the steel standard bar before lowering the load. 4. Move the reversing latch to the down position. 5. Grasp the handle firmly with both hands. Carefully pump the handle up and down to lower the load. 6.
Clamping or Winching ! DANGER When using the jack as a winch: Always use chains or tow straps that have a greater working load than the jack. If a chain or tow strap breaks while winching, the load could shift or the chain or tow strap could snap back. When used as a winch, the top clampclevis will support up to 5,000 lbs. (2273 kg). Going over this limit will result in the top clamp-clevis bending or breaking, causing the load to move or the chain or tow strap to snap back.
Operation · Clamping or Winching Winching 1. Make sure the top clamp-clevis is in line with the steel standard bar. 2. Install one end of a chain or tow strap securely to the object to be winched. Securely attach the other end of the chain or tow strap to the top clamp-clevis of the jack. Note: Use a shackle if the chain or tow strap will not fit through the top clamp-clevis of the jack. 3. Take another chain or tow strap and secure one end to a fixed, stable object.
Maintenance Instructions If you use and maintain your Hi-Lift jack properly, it will give you many years of service. Follow the maintenance instructions carefully to keep your jack in good working condition. NEVER PERFORM MAINTENANCE ON THE JACK WHILE IT IS UNDER LOAD. Cleaning If the moving parts of the jack or the standard bar are clogged, use air pressure, water pressure, or a stiff brush to clean. Use a non-flammable cleaning solvent or another good de-greaser to clean the jack.
Maintenance Instructions Storing the EquipmentAgricultural Jack 1. Pivot the Equipment-Agriculture jack to a horizontal position. Rest the steel handle of the EquipmentAgricultural jack on top of the steel standard bar. 2. Secure the jack in this position with the lock-pin through the holes in the tubular mounting bracket. 3. Secure the lock-pin in the tubular mounting brackets with the safety cotter pin. Inspection You should inspect the jack for damage, wear, broken or missing parts (e.g.
Repair If you need to repair your jack, use only genuine HiLift parts. Using parts not supplied by Hi-Lift® Jack Company will make the jack unsafe for use and void the warranty. Hi-Lift® will repair a damaged jack. Pack the jack in a carton and send prepaid to the address below: Hi-Lift® Jack Company Factory Service Department 46 West Spring Street Bloomfield, Indiana 47424 The repaired jack will be returned to you via USPS, UPS or Fed Ex.
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Parts The following are the parts for all Hi-Lift jacks. You can order parts from your dealer or directly from our factory by calling (800) 233-2051 (or 812-384-4441 from outside the USA). For other options visit www. hi-lift.com. 1. Top clamp-clevis 2. Top clamp-clevis bolt & nut 3. Steel standard bar 4. Reversing latch 5. Handle clip spring 6. Cap screw with washer 7. Steel handle with cotter pin 8. Handle socket 9. Pitman pin 10. Pitman 11. Hex bolt & nut 12. Large runner 13. Reversing switch spring 14.
Specifications 36” Cast/Steel Weight Width Height lbs kg 25.02 in cm 5 in cm Depth in cm Rated Load lbs kg Rated Load Upper 12” Tested Load Tested Load Upper 12” Rated Side Load Clamping Winching Min. Lift height at Nose Lift Height at Side Lift Point at Side 22 12.70 41 104.14 9.63 24.46 4,660 2113.74 lbs kg N/A lbs kg 7,000 N/A 3175.14 lbs kg N/A lbs kg N/A lbs kg 750 lbs kg Max. Lift height at Nose 11.35 lbs cm lbs cm N/A N/A 340.19 5,000 2267.96 27 68.58 4.5 11.
42” Cast 42” Cast/Steel 48” Cast 27.78 26.35 28.16 12.60 11.95 12.77 5 5 5 12.70 12.70 12.70 46 43.5 50.75 116.84 110.49 128.91 9.63 9.63 9.63 24.46 24.46 24.46 4,660 4,660 4,660 2113.74 2113.74 2113.74 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 7,000 7,000 7,000 3175.14 3175.14 3175.14 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 750 750 750 340.19 340.19 340.19 5,000 5,000 5,000 2267.96 2267.96 2267.96 34 32 38.63 86.36 81.28 98.12 4.5 4.5 4.
48” Cast/Steel Weight lbs kg Width in cm Height in cm Depth in cm Rated Load lbs kg Rated Load Upper 12” Tested Load Tested Load Upper 12” Rated Side Load Clamping Winching Lift Point at Side 24 5 12.70 48.75 123.83 9.63 24.46 4,660 2113.74 N/A lbs kg 7,000 N/A 3175.14 lbs kg N/A lbs kg N/A lbs kg 750 Max. Lift height at Nose lbs cm Lift Height at Side: 12.55 lbs kg lbs kg Min. Lift height at Nose 27.66 lbs cm N/A N/A 340.19 5,000 2267.96 37.24 94.59 4.5 11.
60” Cast 60” Cast/Steel EJ Cast/Steel 31.31 30.12 25.72 14.20 13.66 11.67 5 5 6.13 12.70 12.70 15.56 61.75 59.25 36 156.85 150.50 91.44 9.63 9.63 9.63 24.46 24.46 24.46 4,660 4,660 4,660 2113.74 2113.74 2113.74 2,660 2,660 N/A 1206.55 1206.55 N/A 7,000 7,000 7,000 3175.14 3175.14 3175.14 4,000 4,000 N/A 1814.37 1814.37 N/A N/A N/A 2,000 N/A N/A 907.18 750 750 750 340.19 340.19 340.19 5,000 5,000 5,000 2267.96 2267.96 2267.96 49.75 48.
Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Hi-Lift® Jack Company warrants the Hi-Lift® jack for 12 months from the date of purchase, only to the original owner, against defective materials and workmanship. Return the jack or parts thereof, transportation prepaid and with proof of purchase, to the Factory Service Department, Hi-Lift® Jack Company, 46 West Spring Street, Bloomfield, IN 47424.
Warranty Registration Name (print): Address: City: State: Zip: Phone number: E-mail: Is this your first Hi-Lift Jack? YES NO Date you received Hi-Lift Jack: Month: Day: Year: Model Number: Cut along dotted line. Mail registration.
See our website at www.hi-lift.com for information on all Hi-Lift products. Hi-Lift Jack Company P.O. Box 228 Bloomfield, IN 47424-0228 USA Toll Free: 800.233.2051 Direct: 812.384.4441 Fax: 812.384.4592 Web: http://www.hi-lift.
