Norco 71245A Setup, Operating, Maintenance Instructions

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MODEL 71245A 2-1/4 TON CAPACITY AIR AND HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACKSETUP • OPERATING • MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSPROFESSIONAL LIFTING EQUIPMENT®BEFORE USING THIS JACK, READ THIS MANUALCOMPLETELY AND THOROUGHLY, UNDERSTAND ITSOPERATING PROCEDURES, SAFETY WARNINGS ANDMAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS. FAILURE TO DO SO COULDCAUSE ACCIDENTS RESULTING IN SERIOUS OR FATALPERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.The use of portable automotive lifting devices is subject to certainhazards that cannot be prevented by mechanical means, butonly by the exercise of intelligence, care, and common sense. Itis therefore essential to have owners and personnel involved inthe use and operation of equipment who are careful, competent,trained, and qualified in the safe operation of the equipment andits proper use. Examples of hazards are dropping, tipping, orslipping of motor vehicles or their components caused primarily byimproperly securing loads, overloading, off-centered loads, use onother than hard level surfaces, and using equipment for a purposefor which it was not designed.It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure all personnel readthis manual prior to using this device. It is also the responsibility ofthe device owner to keep this manual intact and in a convenientlocation for all to see and read. If the manual is lost or not legible,contact Norco Industries, Inc. for a free replacement. If the operatoris not fluent in English, the product and safety instructions shall beread to and discussed with the operator in the operator’s nativelanguage by the purchaser/ owner or his designee, making surethat the operator comprehends its contents.WARRANTYThis floor service jack is covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty.For details see the back cover of Norco’s product catalog.IMPORTANT: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATINGWARNINGBefore lifting a vehicle, refer to the vehicle’s service manual or•inquire from the vehicle manufacturer the recommended jacklifting points and jack stand support surfaces on the vehiclechassis.Inspect the jack before each use. Do not use the jack if it is•damaged, altered, modified, in poor condition, leaking hydraulicfluid, or unstable due to loose hardware. Take corrective actionbefore using the jack.This jack was designed for lifting purposes only. Do not attempt to•work on the vehicle until jack stands rated equal to or greater thanthe rated capacity of the jack are positioned to support the load.Do not move or dolly the vehicle while on the jack.•Do not use the jack beyond its rated capacity. Lift only dead•weight.Center load on saddle. Be sure setup is stable. Off-center•loads can cause jack failure and/or loss of load.Use the jack on a hard level surface. The jack must be free to•roll and reposition itself while lifting or lowering the vehicle.Do not modify the jack or use saddle adapters or saddle•extenders unless approved or supplied by Norco.Always lower the jack slowly and carefully.•SETUPRefer to the exploded view parts drawing for identification,1.location and position of parts.Fit the handle halves together and secure them by tightening2.the bolt and nut provided.Using an open end or socket wrench, remove the hexagonal3.head screw located on top of the handle receiver so the handlecan be inserted all the way.Insert the handle in the handle receiver making sure the4.configuration at the end of the handle fits into the slotted positionof the mechanism inside the handle receiver. The outside grooveat the bottom of the handle should align with the screw hole in thehandle receiver.Install the quick disconnect of your choice in the back of the5.air valve. The air valve and hose are equipped with a loop thatsecures them to the “L” shaped hook on the upper portion of thehandle.Secure the air valve and hose to the handle and connect a6.shop air line to the air valve.Install the hexagonal head screw in the screw hole in the7.bottom of the handle receiver and tighten. This will secure thehandle in the handle receiver allowing you to maneuver the jack.The hexagonal head screw will not bottom out on the handle thusallowing you to rotate the handle in either direction for activation ofthe release valve to either raise or lower the jack.Install the quick disconnect of your choice in the back of the8.air valve.The air valve and hose are equipped with a loop that secures9.them to the “J” hook on the upper handle.Secure the air valve and hose to the handle and connect a10.shop air line to the air valve.Sometimes air gets trapped in the hydraulic system during11.shipment. An air bound hydraulic system feels spongy when pumpedand sometimes the jack will not pump full incremental strokes.PURGING AIR FROM THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEMOpen the release valve by turning the handle in aa.counterclockwise direction two full turns.Pump the handle ten full strokes.b.Close the release valve by turning the handle in ac.clockwise direction until tight.Pump the jack until the lift arm is extended tod.maximum height.If the condition seems better, repeat steps “a” throughe.“d” until all the air is purged from the system.

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