Harbor Freight DAYTONA 3 Ton Aluminum Jack Stands DS300AR Owner’s Manual
- June 6, 2024
- HARBOR FREIGHT
Table of Contents
3TON
ALUMINIUM JACK STANDS
Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
DS300AR
Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions,
assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance, and cleaning procedures. Write
the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly
diagram (or month and year of purchase if the product has no number).
Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
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Copyright©2020 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved. No portion of
this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or
form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams
within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing
improvements, the actual product may differ slightly from the product
described herein.
Tools required for assembly and service may not be included.
WARNING
Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
Specifications
| Capacity | 3 Tons (6,000 lb.)* |
|---|---|
| Height Range (Approximate) | 10.4″ – 15.4″ |
*Evenly distributed across two Jack Stands.
Important Safety Information
WARNING
Failure to heed these markings may result in personal injury and/or property
damage.
- The study, understand and follow all instructions before operating this device.
- Do not exceed rated capacity.
- Use only on hard, level surfaces.
- Center load on saddle.
- Use a matched pair to support one end of a vehicle only.
- Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and heavy-duty work gloves during use.
- Do not use it for aircraft purposes.
- Support vehicle only at manufacturer-recommended locations.
- Inspect before every use; do not use if parts lose or damaged.
- Examine Jack Stands for cracks or damage before each use. Do not use if even a minor crack, bend or other damage/deformation appears. Discard Jack Stand if damaged or deformed.
- Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
- Observe work area conditions. Keep work area well lighted.
- Keep children away. Children must never be allowed in the work area.
- Store idle equipment. When not in use, tools must be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep them out of reach of children.
- There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended.
- Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts. Protective, electrically non-conductive clothes, and non-skid footwear are recommended when working. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
- Maintain tools with care. Keep tools clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. crack,
- Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate any tool when you are tired.
- Do not operate tools if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.
- Only use on the proper surface. Only use the Jack Stands on a dry, level, flat surface, which is free of grease or debris. The surface to be used must be capable of supporting the combined weight of the vehicle and the Jack Stands.
- 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.
Assembly
**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 the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
- Loosen the Base Screw on the Base until it will not interfere with Sleeve installation.
- Insert a Sleeve into the Base. Make sure it seats completely to the bottom of the Base.
- Use a wrench or socket (sold separately) to fully tighten the Base Screw.
- Carefully lower the Post into the Sleeve.
- Repeat previous steps with the other Jack Stand.
Operating Instructions
**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.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:** Use a matched pair to support one end
of a vehicle only.
Supporting a Vehicle
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Make sure the vehicle does not exceed the capacity of the Jack Stands. Note: Check that the weight is evenly distributed between the Jack Stands. You must evenly distribute the weight or the Jack Stands may fail, causing severe injury or death. Only apply the load vertically.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: If a vehicle drops on the Jack Stands (even if it is under the weight capacity limit), the principle of “dynamic loading” takes effect. The force of the weight falling may cause the Jack Stands to fail. A vehicle weighing much less than the Jack capacity may cause the Jack Stands to fail if dropped on them. -
Examine Jack Stands for cracks or damage before each use. Do not use if even a minor crack, bend, or other damage/deformation appears. Discard Jack Stand if damaged or deformed.
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Remove the Pin on each Jack Stand to completely lower the Post.
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If you are raising only one end of the vehicle, block the tires that remain on the ground.
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Following the instructions in your floor jack manual, raise your vehicle to just above the minimum height of your Jack Stands.
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Slide your Jack Stands to the proper position points referred to in the vehicle owner’s manual. Make sure the Jack Stands are on the same point on each side of the vehicle. Remove the Pin, and raise the Jack Stands until they are just below the jack contact point on the vehicle. Align the holes in the Sleeve with the hole in the Post and insert the Pin all the way through. Gently lower the vehicle with the floor jack.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY: Set both the Jack Stands to the same height. -
Determine if the vehicle is stable. If not, raise the vehicle and reposition the Jack Stands.
Removing the Jack Stands
- Raise the vehicle with a floor jack to take the load off of the Jack Stands.
- Remove the Pin on each Jack Stand to completely lower the Post.
- Remove the Jack Stands. Use the floor jack to safely lower the vehicle to the ground.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY:
Do not use Jack Stands as a permanent stand for the vehicle. Use them only
while making repairs, then immediately lower the vehicle to the ground.
Maintenance and Servicing
**** Procedures are not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.
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.
- Periodically clean the bottom of the Bases and top of Posts of any dirt, grease, or debris.
- Before each use, inspect the general condition of the Jack. Check for broken, cracked, or bent parts, loose or missing parts, and any condition that may affect the proper operation of the product. Do not use damaged equipment. Discard Jack Stand if damaged or deformed.
Parts List and Assembly Diagram
| Part | Description | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Post | 1 |
| 2 | Limit Pin | 1 |
| 3 | Sleeve | 1 |
| 4 | Locking Pin | 1 |
| 5 | Base | 1 |
| 6 | Spring Washer | 1 |
| 7 | Bolt M8 x 16 | 1 |
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If the product has no serial number, record the month and year of
purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and
are not available individually as replacement parts.
Specify UPC 792363566872 when ordering parts.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY PRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR HAT 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.
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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