Norco 72300 Setup, Operating, Maintenance Instructions

Norco 72300 Setup, Operating, Maintenance Instructions Manual pdf 1 page image

MODEL 72300 1/2 TON CAPACITY SINGLE STAGE TRANSMISSION JACKSETUP • OPERATING • MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONSPROFESSIONAL LIFTING EQUIPMENT®BEFORE USING THIS DEVICE, 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 product is covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty. For detailssee the back cover of Norco’s product catalog.IMPORTANT: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATINGWARNINGAdequately support the vehicle before starting repairs.•Consult the in-ground or above-ground lift manufacturer forthe recommended support procedure and under hoist supportstand locating points.Support the engine with a stand before unbolting the•transmission from the engine.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 or missing hardware. Takecorrective action before using the jack.Do not use jack beyond its rated capacity. Do not lift or support•the vehicle with this jack.Use only on a hard level surface.•Be sure setup is stable and secure. Use this jack only with•adapters and load restraints provided by Norco. Use of thisjack is limited to the removal installation and transportation(in the lowered position) of transmissions and transfer cases.Center load on saddle. Consult the vehicle manufacturer for thetransmission’s center of balance. Off-center loads can causejack failure and/or loss of load.No alterations shall be made to this jack and use only with•factory approved adapters.SETUPRefer to the exploded view parts drawing for identification,1.location and position of parts.The chains and corresponding chain hardware are provided2.in order to secure the transmission to the saddle assembly andcontaining angles. One end of each chain should be anchored toa containing angle. The restraint system (chain, chain hardware,and containing angles) may be adjusted according to the specifictransmission configuration.Sometimes air gets trapped in the jack during shipment. An3.air bound hydraulic system feels spongy when pumped andsometimes the jack will not pump full incremental strokes.PURGING AIR FROM THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEMOpen the release valve by turning the release valve knob ina.a counterclockwise direction two full turns.Pump the handle ten full strokes.b.Close the release valve by turning the release valve knob inc.a clockwise direction until tight.Pump the jack until the ram is extended to maximum height.d.If the condition remains, repeat steps “a” through “d” until alle.air is purged from the system.Note: Revision letters (A, B, C, D etc.) after model numbers have been omitted as they do not affect the setup,operating and maintenance instructions of a particular jack unless otherwise noted.

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