PITSUBURGH 64543 2.5 Ton Aluminum Jack Low Profile with Rapid Pump Owner’s Manual
- October 27, 2023
- PITSUBURGH
Table of Contents
PITSUBURGH 64543 2.5 Ton Aluminum Jack Low Profile with Rapid Pump
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Floor Jack Safety Warnings
- Study, understand, and follow all instructions before operating this device.
- Do not exceed rated capacity.
- Use only on hard, level surfaces.
- Lifting device only. Immediately after lifting, support the vehicle with appropriate means.
- Do not move or dolly the vehicle while on the jack.
- Failure to heed these markings may result in personal injury and/or property damage.
- Lift only areas of the vehicle as specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
- No alterations shall be made to this product.
- Never work on, under or around a load supported only by this device.
- Do not adjust safety valve.
- Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and heavy-duty work gloves during use.
- Keep clear of load while lifting and lowering.
- Lower load slowly.
- Apply parking brake and chock tires before lifting vehicle.
- Lift vehicle only at manufacturer-recommended locations.
- Inspect before every use; do not use if parts are loose or damaged.
- Do not use for aircraft purposes.
- The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. The operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors, which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
IMPORTANT! Before first use:
Check hydraulic oil level and fill to 1/4″ below the fill port as needed as
stated on page 4. Thoroughly test the Jack for proper operation. If it does
not work properly, bleed air from its hydraulic system as stated on.
Setup – Before Use
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of
this product.
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the
following pages, refer to Parts List and Assembly Diagram on.
Tool Set Up
Attaching the Handle:
- Attach the Upper Handle to the Lower Handle.
- Loosen the Set Screw and insert the assembled Handle into the Handle Socket.
- Tighten the Set Screw
Functions
Operating Instructions
Bleeding
BEFORE EACH USE OR IF JACK PERFORMANCE DECREASES, check for excessive air and
proper hydraulic fluid level in Jack. If Jack appears not to be working
properly, it may be necessary to purge its hydraulic system of excessive air
as follows:
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Loosen the Fill Screw.
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Twist the Handle counterclockwise to open the Valve.
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Check fluid level and, if necessary, top off according to Adding Hydraulic Fluid below.
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Twist the Handle clockwise to close the Valve, then pump the Handle quickly several times.
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Replace Fill Screw.
IMPORTANT: After bleeding the Jack, test the Jack for proper operation prior to its actual use. -
If, after bleeding, the Jack does not appear to be working properly, do not use it until repaired by a qualified service technician.
Adding Hydraulic Fluid
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Remove the Fill Screw. Do not remove or loosen Safety Valve Cover Screws.
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Add high grade hydraulic fluid (sold separately) slowly until the fluid reaches 1/4″ below the top of the Fill Port.
Note: Do not touch the Handle when adding hydraulic fluid. -
Replace Fill Screw.
Lifting
WARNING: Park vehicle on a flat, level, solid, surface safely away from oncoming traffic. Turn off the vehicle’s engine. Place the vehicle’s transmission in “PARK” (if automatic) or in its lowest gear (if manual). Set the vehicle’s emergency brake. Then chock the wheels that are not being lifted.
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Slowly twist the Handle counterclockwise to lower the Jack. Once the Jack is fully lowered, twist the Handle firmly clockwise.
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Carefully position the Jack’s Saddle under the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended lifting point. (See vehicle manufacturer’s owner’s manual for location of frame lifting point.)
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Pump the Handle until the top of the Saddle has nearly reached the vehicle’s lifting point. Position the Saddle directly under the vehicle’s lifting point.
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To lift the vehicle, pump the Handle. Use smooth, full strokes.
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Select matching jack stands (sold separately) of appropriate capacity. Set the jack stands to the same height according to the manufacturer’s instructions, making sure they lock securely into position.
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Position the jack stands’ saddles under the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended support points.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Ensure that the vehicle support points are fully seated in the saddles of both jack stands. Use a matched pair of jack stands per vehicle to support one end only. -
Slowly twist the Handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle onto the jack stands’ saddles.
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Once the vehicle is fully seated on the jack stands, continue slowly lowering the Jack until it is completely lowered.
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Remove the Jack and store safely out of the way
Lowering
Carefully remove all tools, parts, etc., from under the vehicle.
- Position the Jack’s Saddle under the lifting point. Turn the Handle firmly clockwise and raise vehicle high enough to clear the jack stands.
- Carefully remove the jack stands.
- Slowly turn the Handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle onto the ground.
- Lower the Jack completely. Store the Jack indoors out of children’s reach.
Maintenance and Servicing
WARNING: TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE: Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
- BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the Jack. Check for:
- loose hardware,
- misalignment or binding of moving parts,
- cracked or broken parts,
- any condition that may affect its safe operation.
- BEFORE EACH USE, thoroughly test the Jack for proper operation prior to its actual use. If the Jack appears not to be working properly, follow Bleeding instructions on page 4.
- AT LEAST ONCE EVERY THREE YEARS, change the hydraulic fluid:
- a. With the Jack fully lowered, remove the Fill Screw.
- b. Tip the Jack over to allow the old hydraulic fluid to drain out completely. Dispose of the old hydraulic fluid in accordance with local regulations.
- c. With the Jack upright, completely fill the Hydraulic Unit with high grade hydraulic fluid until the fluid is 1/4″ below the top of the Fill Port.
- d. Turn the Handle counterclockwise to open the Release Valve.
- e. Pump the Handle up and down quickly several times to purge air from the system.
- f. Recheck fluid level and re-fill as needed.
- g. Replace the Fill Screw.
- AFTER EACH USE, wipe with a clean cloth. Store the Jack indoors out of children’s reach.
Troubleshooting
WARNING: TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Use caution when troubleshooting a malfunctioning jack. Stay well clear of the supported load. Completely resolve all problems before use. If the solutions presented in the Troubleshooting guide do not solve the problem, have a qualified technician inspect and repair the jack before use. After the jack is repaired: Test it carefully without a load by raising and lowering it fully, checking for proper operation, BEFORE RETURNING THE JACK TO OPERATION.
DO NOT USE A DAMAGED OR MALFUNCTIONING JACK!
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
Parts List and Diagram
Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS. To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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