Clarke CTJ1800AB 1.8 Tonne Aluminium Racing Jack User Manual

1.8 TONNE ALUMINIUM RACING JACK
MODEL NO: CTJ1800AB
PART NO: 7623201
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 1.8 Tonne aluminum racing jack.
Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.

SPECIFICATIONS

GUARANTEE

This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. Read the Instruction manual before use.
2. Only trained persons should operate this lifting equipment.
3. ALWAYS ensure that sufficient light is provided and that the work area is kept clear of unrelated items.
4. ALWAYS inspect the jack before use. Make sure that all parts are in good condition and operating smoothly and that no cracks or distortion is apparent. If in doubt DO NOT use. Have the damaged parts replaced or consult your CLARKE dealer.
5.  The jack must be maintained and repaired by suitably qualified persons.
6. DO NOT make any modifications to this jack or adjust any valves.
7. DO NOT use the jack if an oil leak is apparent. Consult your CLARKE dealer.
8. DO NOT use it to lift people and ensure that no one is in the vehicle during lifting.
9. NEVER exceed the rated load for the jack See “Specifications” on the page .. Overloading can cause the jack to fail to result in personal injury.
10. Make sure that the jack is on a hard level surface, and there is no possibility of it slipping when under load.
11. Only use the jack on solid ground, preferably concrete. Avoid tarmac as the jack could sink in.
12. Make sure the load is taken by the full saddle and that the lifting point on the load is of sufficient strength to support the weight.
13. ALWAYS use axle stands to stabilize the load once lifted.
14. Consult the vehicle handbook to determine the correct lifting points.
15. Ensure the load is chocked and the handbrake applied before lifting.
16. NEVER work on or under a load unless it is fully and adequately supported.
17. NEVER rely upon the jack to hold the load in position.
18. NEVER push a load off the jack.
19. Ensure that all personnel is well clear of a load being raised or lowered.
20. Take care not to trap fingers within the moving parts.
21. Use only as a lifting device, do not use it as a dolly to move a load.

UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

1. remove the travel retaining hook by pressing the handle yoke downwards and unclipping the hook.
   • Take care not to trap fingers while doing this.

2. Insert the lower half of the jack handle into position as shown.
   • Make sure that the square bar inside the handle yoke engages with the hole in the jack handle.

3. Secure the handle by tightening the thumbscrew shown.

4. Fit the upper jack handle to the lower jack handle as shown.
   • Make sure that the ball clip engages with the hole in the lower jack handle.

OPERATION

POSITIONING
Ensure the vehicle is chocked and stable and on firm level ground.

1. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise, to lower the lifting ram.
2. Position the jack so that the saddle is directly beneath the lifting point and that there are no obstacles to prevent a clean lift, also, make sure that all personnel is well away from the area, before raising the vehicle.

LIFTING

1. Close the release valve by turning the jack handle clockwise firmly.

2. Operate the jack by pumping the jack handle.
   • Make sure that the saddle is in full contact with the vehicle lifting point and that there are no obstacles to prevent a clean lift.

3. Place axle stands beneath the vehicle.
   • Make sure that the axle stands are centered under the vehicle support points and are perfectly stable before full weight is taken.
   • Make sure that the axle stands are in good condition and capable of supporting the load.
   • Make sure that the axle stands cannot move when supporting the load and that they are on a firm level surface.
   • DO NOT jerk the handle, ensure it lowers slowly and under complete control onto the axle stands which must be correctly positioned, and take the weight evenly.

NOTE: The jack may move slightly during operation. It is therefore important that the immediate vicinity is clean and completely free from clutter.

LOWERING

1. Lift the vehicle slightly to remove the weight from any supports.

2. Remove any supports from beneath the vehicle.

3. Slowly turn the jack handle counterclockwise to open the release valve.
   NOTE: make sure that this operation is carried out under complete control. DO NOT allow the load to drop suddenly as this could damage internal components.

4. Remove the jack from beneath the vehicle.

MAINTENANCE

1. When the jack is not in use, keep the saddle lowered and the release valve closed (the jack handle turned fully clockwise).
2. Keep the jack clean and apply lubricating oil to all pivoting sections every three months, or more often when it is used in a dusty work environment.
3. Check the pump piston and piston rod periodically for signs of rust or corrosion. Clean exposed area with a clean oiled cloth.
4. Change the oil once a year or as required, See page 7.

STORAGE
Store in a dry place, with the ram, fully retracted. If stored for long periods, inspect at least once a year, clean and re-oil. For servicing, contact your CLARKE dealer or CLARKE International Service Department.

BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

1. Put the jack on horizontal ground.
2. Open the release valve by SLOWLY turning the jack handle counterclockwise and then pumping the handle up and down several times.
3. Loosen the fill screw.
4. Pump the jack handle up and down slowly several times to purge the air from the hydraulic system.
5. Tighten the fill screw.

WARNING: DO NOT ADJUST THE PRESSURE RELIEF SCREWS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES

TOPPING UP OR CHANGING THE OIL

1. Lower the saddle as far as possible.

2. Remove ONLY the filling screw as shown on the right.

3. Turn the jack over and drain the oil into a suitable container.
   • Dispose of the oil in accordance with government regulations.

4. Fill with CLARKE hydraulic oil into the fill screw hole slowly until the oil reaches the bottom of the thread in the oil fill hole.
   • CLARKE Hydraulic oil is available from your local CLARKE dealer.
   NOTE: Do not touch the assembled handle when adding the hydraulic oil.

5. Replace the filling screw.

TROUBLESHOOTING

the oil” on page 7.
Release valve not closed| Turn the jacking handle fully clockwise.
Jack lowers when under load| Release valve not closed| Turn the jacking handle fully clockwise.
Air in the hydraulic system| Bleed the system. See page 6.
Pump feels spongy| Low oil level| See “Topping up or Changing the oil” on page 7.
Air in the hydraulic system| Bleed the system. See page 6.
Handle raises or flies back under load| Air in the hydraulic system| Bleed the system. See page 6.
Jack will not lift full height| Low oil level| See “Topping up or Changing the oil” on page 7.
Air in the hydraulic system| Bleed the system. See page 6.

If any of these remedies fail to restore your jack, consult your CLARKE dealer.

DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY

Fitzwilliam Hall, Fitzwilliam Place, Dublin 2
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This is an important document and should be retained.

We hereby declare that this product(s) complies with the following statuary requirement(s):
We hereby declare that this product(s) complies with the following directive(s): 2006/42/EC Machinery Directive
The following standards have been applied to the product(s): EN 1494:2000+A1:2008
The technical documentation required to demonstrate that the product(s) meet(s) the requirement(s) of the aforementioned directive(s) has been compiled and is available for inspection by the relevant enforcement authorities.
The CE mark was first applied in 2021
Product Description: 1.8 Tonne Aluminium
Racing Jack Model number(s): CTJ1800AB
Serial batch Number: N/A
Date of Issue: 18/11/2021
Signed:

J.A. Clarke
Director

Flemnoll Sheet, Epping, Essex CM16 4LG
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This is an important document and should be retained.

We hereby declare that this product(s) complies with the following statuary requirement(s): Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2006 The following standards have been applied to the product(s): EN 1494:2000+41:2008
The technical documentation required to demonstrate that the product(s) meet(s) the requirement(s) of the aforementioned legislation has been compiled and is available for inspection by the relevant enforcement authorities.
The UKCA mark was first applied in 2021
Product Description: 1.8 Tonne Aluminium Racing Jack
Model number(s): CTJ1800AB
Serial I batch Number: N/A
Date of Issue: 18/11/2021
Signed:

J.A. Clarke
Director

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