PITTSBURGH 94681 Hydraulic Auto Body/Frame Repair Kit Owner’s Manual

Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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WARNING
Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. SAVE THIS MANUAL.

SPECIFICATIONS

| Length| Operating
Pressure| Capacity

Dia.

|
---|---|---|---|---
Min| Max
2-Ton Hydraulic Push Ram (with Saddle)| 5-1/2″| 9-1/2″| 5700 PSI| 4400 lb.| 1-5/8″
4-Ton Hydraulic Push Ram| 1-5/8″| 2-1/4″| 5700 PSI| 8800 lb.| 2″
4-Ton Hydraulic Push Ram (with Spring)| 10-3/4″| 16″| 8000 PSI| 8800 lb.| 1-5/8″
10-Ton Hydraulic Push Ram (w/Saddle & Spring)| 5-1/4″| 7-1/2″| 8800 PSI| 22000 lb.| 2-3/16″
10-Ton Hydraulic Push Ram (with Spring)| 13-3/4″| 19-5/8″| 8800 PSI| 22000 lb.| 2-1/8″
2-Ton Hydraulic Pull Ram (with Spring)| 16-5/8″| 21-5/8″| 7800 PSI| 4400 lb.| 1-1/2″
5-Ton Hydraulic Pull Ram (with Spring)| 19″| 24″| 8800 PSI| 11000 lb.| 2-3/8″

Note: This equipment requires a compatible Hydraulic Pump, hydraulic hoses, and hydraulic fittings to operate properly. None of this equipment is provided, and all of it must be properly rated for use with this kit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

INFORMATION

1.  Do not exceed operating pressure or maximum length for any ram, refer to Specifications chart.

2.  Use as intended only. Do not use this item to raise or move a vehicle.

3.  Use according to vehicle’s service instructions only. It is beyond the scope of this manual to discuss body/frame repair guidelines. It is the responsibility of the user to
   consult a body/frame repair technical manual for full instructions.

4. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and heavy-duty work gloves during setup and use.

5. Stay clear of Rams during operation. Position body as far away as practical when Ram is under load. Ram can slip suddenly, causing injury.

6. Keep work area clean and well-lit.

7. Keep bystanders out of the work area.

8.  Do not use when tired or when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

9.  This product is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with or near this item.

10.  Inspect before every use; do not use if parts are loose or damaged.

11.  Maintain product labels and nameplates. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

12.  Use compressed hydraulic fluid only. Do not use any other power source or fluid to operate this product.

13.  Read and understand Hydraulic Pump instructions before use.

14.  Before working on a vehicle, set the parking brake and block the tires.

15.  Avoid off-center loads. If the Hydraulic Pump (not included) unit seems unusually hard to pump, immediately stop the operation. Adjust the Hydraulic Ram unit to
    eliminate or diminish an off-center load.

16.  The results you achieve with these tools will depend upon your skill and experience at using tools of this type. Harbor Freight Tools is not responsible for damage to vehicles caused by misuse of these tools.

17.  Keep the Hose Couplers protected when the Hydraulic Rams are not in use. Screw Dust Caps into all Hose Couplers when not in use to keep Ram internal mechanisms clean.

18.  The warnings and cautions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this document including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Refer to instructions provided with pump, hoses, and fittings for proper hydraulic line purging, preparation, and connection procedures.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this document including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Note: In most cases, the Push and Pull Hydraulic Rams in this Kit will only be capable of returning vehicle body and frame parts to their approximate, original position. Additional work may be required to completely repair the vehicle part.
Pushing

1.  Use the larger Push Rams where greater force is needed and where there is sufficient room to operate.
2.  Use the smaller Push Rams where less force is required.
3.  When positioning the Push Ram, place a block of wood or other material behind the base of the Push Ram and on the side that is to be bent for protection and to spread the Push Ram pressure over a greater area.
   Note: The Push Rams require a solid, non-movable base directly across from the damaged area and in line with the direction the damaged area needs to be bent.

Pulling

1. Use the larger Pull Ram where greater force is needed and where there is sufficient room to operate.
2.  Use the smaller Pull Ram where less force is required.
3.  Hook one end of the Pull Ram to the object to be moved and the other end of the Pull Ram to a stable, unmovable base.
4.  A chain or strap may be used on either end to provide a hooking surface. Make sure the chain or strap is rated to support the pulling weight.
   Note: The Hydraulic Pull Rams may be used in either horizontal or vertical positions. The Hooks will turn to accept hooking from different angles.

INSPECTION, AND CLEANING MAINTENANCE,

Procedures 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.

1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for:

•  loose hardware,
•  misalignment or binding of moving parts,
• cracked or broken parts, and
• any other condition that may affect its safe operation.

2.  AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces of the tools with clean cloth.
3. Keep the Auto Body/Frame Repair Kit in its Carrying Case and in a clean, dry, safe location out of reach of children and other unauthorized people.

Troubleshooting

Problem

| | Possible Cause| |

Possible Solution

---|---|---|---|---
Hydraulic Ram will not push or| 1.| Release Valve on Hydraulic Pump (not included) not tightly closed.| 1.| Close Release Valve tightly.
pull the load.| 2.| Overload condition.| 2.| Do not exceed maximum PSI or range of travel for Hydraulic Ram.
| 3.| Air trapped in Hydraulic Pump system.| 3.| Purge air from Hydraulic Pump system.
| 4.| Hydraulic Pump oil level low.| 4.| Add oil to proper level.
| 5.| Loose connection from Hydraulic Pump to Hydraulic Ram.| 5.| Make sure connection from Hydraulic Pump to
| | | | Hydraulic Ram is secure.
Hydraulic Ram will push or pull, but will not maintain pressure.| 1.

| Release Valve on Hydraulic Pump (not included) not tightly closed. Overload condition.| 1.

| Close Release Valve tightly.
Do not exceed maximum PSI or range of travel for Hydraulic Ram.
| 3.| Hydraulic Pump or Hydraulic Ram malfunction.| 3.| Have a qualified service technician check out the Hydraulic
| | | | Pump and/or Hydraulic Ram.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLYDIAGRAM IN THIS DOCUMENT 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.

Record Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record 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 193175451484 when ordering parts.

PARTS LISTS AND DIAGRAMS

Parts List and Diagram A – 2 Ton Push Ram with Saddle

Part

| Description|

Qty

---|---|---
1A| Screw| 1
2A| Ram| 1
3A| Seal Ring| 1
4A| Nut| 1
5A| Cylinder| 1
6A| Coupling Ring| 1
7A| Hose Coupler| 1
8A| 0-Ring| 1
9A| Dust Cap| 1

Parts List and Diagram B – 4 Ton Push Ram

Parts List and Diagram C – 4 Ton Push Ram with Spring

Parts List and Diagram D – 10-Ton Push Ram with Saddle & Spring

Parts List and Diagram E – 10 Ton Push Ram with Spring

Parts List and Diagram F – 2 Ton Pull Ram with Spring

Parts List and Diagram G – 5 Ton Pull Ram with Spring

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 isuse,  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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