SEALEY FJ48.V5 Farm Jacks User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FARM JACKS
MODEL NO: FJ48.V5 & FJ60.V4

Thank you for purchasing a Sealey product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used according to these instructions, and properly maintained, give you years of trouble-free performance.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS & CAUTIONS. USE THE PRODUCT IS CORRECTLY AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFE FOR FUTURE USE.

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SAFETY

1.1GENERAL SAFETY

√ Visually inspect the jack before each use to ensure it is sound and fit for use. Take action for immediate repair or replacement of damaged parts. Use genuine parts only. The use of improper parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty.
WARNING! If any part of the jack fails to work properly, discontinue use and have repaired or replaced. Never attempt to repair the jack while it is under load.
WARNING! Ensure the jack is supported on a suitable base so it will not slip, shift or sink during operations. Ensure the load is properly supported on the lift point to prevent shifting. If required, use appropriately rated clevis pins, chains, belts, ropes, etc, through-beam holes to assist operation.
√ Place complete lifting toe of jack under the object to be lifted. You can pull the lifting head up to the point of lift (or strain) without pumping the handle.
√ Always lock and/or stabilize the load to be lifted. The jack will not act as a load stabilizer.
√ Always keep a firm grip on the pumping handle and support beam.
DANGER! Ensure that the lifting head climbing pin is located and locked in a hole in the steel beam before releasing the pumping handle otherwise the lifting head will automatically lower, causing the handle to move up and down rapidly presenting a risk of serious or fatal injury.
** All persons shall be clear of load being raised, lowered, or pulled. Never work under a raised load without using additional supports such as axle stands. As an extra precaution insert an M12 steel bolt (not included) through a hole in the steel beam immediately below the lifting mechanism, to act as a safety pin.
WARNING! If you exceed rated capacity, the shear pin will break and the handle will drop.
DANGER! Jack must have a minimum load of 50kg (110lbs) to activate the lowering step by step, otherwise the lifting head will drop.
** Ensure there are no persons or obstructions beneath a load before lowering.
DANGER! DO NOT use additional devices on the handle to provide extra leverage. Use hand power only.
χ DO NOT allow untrained persons to operate the jack.
χ DO NOT operate the jack if damaged.
χ DO NOT exceed the rated capacity of the jack, see specification below.
WARNING! DO NOT place an excessive strain on load, equipment, or supports when using a jack for pulling or tensioning.
χ DO NOT push the lifted load off the jack.
DANGER! DO NOT use the jack for any purpose other than for which it is designed.
√  Put the handle in an upright position before tripping the reversing latch to lower load.
√  KEEP JACK CLEAN AND OILED. The front and back of the rail must be kept rust-free. Store in a safe, dry childproof area.

1.2 JACKING UP A VEHICLE

IMPORTANT: Apply safety instructions as in 1.1. above with the following additions or exceptions:

χ DO NOT jack vehicle if there is a risk of spillage of fuel, battery acid, or other dangerous substances.
χ DO NOT work under the vehicle until axle stands have been correctly positioned.
χ DO NOT allow the vehicle to move while supported by the jack, or use the jack to move the vehicle.
√  Place chocks under the wheels of the vehicle.
√  Ensure the vehicle handbrake is engaged, the engine is switched off and transmission is in gear (or “PARK” if automatic).
√  Ensure a minimum distance of 0.5m between vehicles and static objects such as doors, walls, etc., to allow for vehicle tilting.
√  Only place the jack under those lifting points recommended by the vehicle manufacturer (see vehicle handbook).
DANGER: Use the jack for lifting only, NOT for supporting the lifted load.
√  Use suitable capacity axle stands under the vehicle before proceeding with any task.
√  Ensure there are no persons or obstructions beneath the vehicle before lowering.
√  Check the lifting point is stable and correctly positioned on the lifting pad.
√  Ensure there are no passengers in the vehicle.
√  Keep children and unauthorized persons away from the work area

INTRODUCTION

Heavy-duty cast steel lever-ratchet operated jacks with reversible ratchet mechanism enabling them to be used for lifting or lowering. Versatile and lightweight units are also suitable for pulling tree stumps and tensioning fences as well as a positioning aid for heavy machinery. The fixed upper jaw, adjustable on beam, allows the jack to be used as a clamp.

SPECIFICATION

OPERATION

4.1. VERTICAL LIFTING
WARNING! Before lifting ensure Section 1 safety instructions are read and understood.
4.1.1. Before lifting assess the correct jacking point for the load. If the load is a vehicle consult the vehicle manufacturer’s handbook for the correct lifting point.
4.1.2. Pull the direction latch (fig.1H) upwards until it clicks into place. Ensure it is locked in place with the indentation on the latch firmly engaged with the notch on the reversing switch.
4.1.3. Ensure that the foot of the jack (fig.2B) is placed on a stable, strong base capable of supporting the jack and the load. The foot of the jack should be immediately below the chosen lifting point so that the lifting action is vertical. DO NOT  attempt a lift with the jack at an angle.
4.1.4. Raise the lifting toe to the jacking point on the load. The lifting head can be raised manually into position.
You will hear the mechanism clicking as you do this.
4.1.5. Hold the beam (D) steady. Unclip the handle (E) by pulling it downwards and pumping the handle up and down with a full stroke to bring the lifting toe into contact with the jacking point. Check that the toe is fully under the load and lifting at the right point.
4.1.6. When you are sure that the jack and load are stable commence lifting by pulling the handle down a full stroke. As the handle is pulled down you will hear the climbing pin click into place as it locates in the next hole in the steel beam. At this point, relax the handle allowing the pin to take the load. Raise the handle to the top of its stroke to take a fresh purchase and pump the handle down again. Pressure will be felt on the downward stroke. Always keep a firm grip on the handle.
4.1.7. No extension of any sort should be applied to the handle to gain extra leverage.
4.1.8. When the desired lifting height has been achieved, raise the handle towards the beam and clip it in the vertical position (fig.2G).
4.1.9. Place an M12 steel bolt (not supplied) through the hole immediately below the lifting mechanism to act as a safety pin.
WARNING! The jack is for lifting or pulling, and must not be used to continuously support a load.
Place axle stands or other appropriate supports beneath a vehicle/load.
4.2. LOWERING A LOAD
WARNING! THE JACK MUST BE LOADED WITH A MINIMUM OF 50KG (110LBS) TO LOWER STEP BY STEP OTHERWISE THE LIFTING TOE WILL DROP RAPIDLY TO THE BOTTOM OF THE BEAM WHEN THE DIRECTION LATCH IS MOVED TO THE LOWERING POSITION.
4.2.1. Jack the load up slightly, remove safety pin if fitted, and any previously placed supports. Place the handle in the fully upright position. Trip the reversing latch so that it is in the down position with the indentation on the latch disengaged from the notch on the reversing switch (see fig.2C). Keeping a firm grip on the handle, commence lowering by pumping the handle steadily up and down. When lowering, you will feel resistance to the upward (or backward) stroke of the handle.

▲ DO NOT RELEASE THE HANDLE UNTIL THE CLIMBING PIN HAS LOCKED INTO PLACE.  IF THE CLIMBING PIN IS NOT LOCKED INTO PLACE AND THE HANDLE IS RELEASED, THE THE LIFTING HEAD WILL AUTOMATICALLY LOWER CAUSING THE HANDLE TO MOVE UP AND DOWN RAPIDLY, PRESENTING A RISK OF SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY.
4.3. PULLING, TENSIONING AND POSITIONING

4.3.1. The jack may be used for a variety of other purposes such as tensioning fences (See fig.5), pulling out tree stumps (See fig.4), and positioning heavy items such as machinery. In all cases, such operations should begin with a risk assessment exercise including consideration of the following points.
4.3.2. When the jack is used for pulling or tensioning there will be a tendency for the pulling force to move the beam away from the line of pull unless the far end of the beam is restrained or fixed using suitable chains, bolts, ropes, etc. Any fixing/restraining items used must be sufficiently rated for the pulling force that will be applied to them.
4.3.3. Where other structures are used to stabilize the beam the operator must be certain that these structures are sufficiently strong to resist the force applied to them otherwise damage may occur to the structure resulting in a sudden and dangerous loss of tension.
4.3.4. When repositioning heavy items such as machinery consideration should be given to how the load will move once it is set in motion and sufficient precautions taken to restrain the item from moving too far or in an unpredictable way. Similar caution needs to be exercised when choosing attachment/ pushing/pulling points on machinery. These points must be sufficiently strong to resist the forces applied to them.
4.3.5. It is the responsibility of the owner of the equipment to assess the safety requirements for every new user of the equipment and to take sufficient safety precautions.

MAINTENANCE

5.1. Inspect the jack before each use. Ensure all components are sound and that fixings are not loose or damaged.
5.2. Immediately repair or replace any damaged parts. Use approved parts only or the warranty will be invalidated.
5.3. When not in use keep the jack clean, dry, and oil all moving parts. The front and back of the rail must be kept rust-free.
5.4. Store in a safe, dry, clean, and childproof area.

ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories, and packaging should be sorted, taken to a recycling center, and disposed of in a manner that is compatible with the environment. When the product becomes completely unserviceable and requires disposal, drain any fluids (if applicable) into approved containers and dispose of the product and fluids according to local regulations.

Note: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications, and component parts without prior notice.
Important: No Liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
Warranty: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which is required for any claim.

Sealey Group, Kempson Way, Suffolk Business Park, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP32 7AR

1284 757500
01284 703534
sales@sealey.co.uk
www.sealey.co.uk

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