Sealey RJA2500 Instructions

Your new jack is produced and manufactured to a high standard of dependability and will, if used according to these instructions and properly
maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS. USE
THIS JACK 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. RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
 Ensure the jack is in sound condition and good working order.
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.
 Locate the jack in a suitable, well lit working area.
 Keep working area clean and tidy and free from unrelated
materials.
 Use jack on level and solid ground, preferably concrete. Avoid
tarmacadam as jack may sink in.
 Chock wheels of vehicle.
 Ensure the vehicle handbrake is engaged, engine is switched off
and transmission is in gear (or "PARK" if automatic).
 Ensure minimum distance of 0.5m between vehicle and static
objects such as doors, walls, etc. to allow for vehicle tilting.
 Ensure all non-essential persons keep a safe distance whilst the
jack is in use.
 Ensure there are no passengers in the vehicle.
 Place jack under only those lifting points recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer (see vehicle handbook).
 Check that the lifting point is stable and centred on the jack
saddle.
 Ensure the jack wheels are free to move and that there are no
obstructions.
 DANGER: Use the jack for lifting only, NOT for supporting the
lifted load.
 Use suitable axle stands under the vehicle before proceeding with
any task.
 Ensure there are no persons or obstructions beneath the vehicle
before lowering.
 Use a qualified person to lubricate and maintain the jack.
 Ensure that only hydraulic jack oil is used in the jack.
 DO NOT operate the jack if damaged.
 DO NOT allow untrained persons to operate the jack.
 DO NOT operate the jack when tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or intoxicating medication.
 DO NOT exceed the rated capacity of the jack.
 DO NOT allow the vehicle to move during lifting or lowering, or
use the jack to move the vehicle.
 DO NOT jack vehicle if there is a risk of spillage of fuel, battery
acid, or other dangerous substances.
 DO NOT work under the vehicle until appropriately rated axle
stands have been correctly positioned.
 DO NOT use the jack for purposes other than that for which it is
intended.
 DO NOT top up hydraulic system with brake fluid. Use hydraulic
jack oil only. (Sealey Part No: HJO500MLS or HJO5LS)
 DO NOT adjust the safety overload valve.
 When not in use store the jack, fully lowered, in a safe, dry,
childproof location.
2. INTRODUCTION AND SPECIFICATION
2.1 Introduction
Made primarily for the motor racing enthusiast, this jack weighs in
at just 25kg. Utilises many weight-saving techniques such as a
skeletal lift arm and alloy load wheels. Features Rocket Lift by the
use of twin pistons. Lifting bars are fitted either side of the
anodised aluminium chassis enabling fast, lightweight pick-up.
2.2 Specification
Model No: .......................................RJA2500
Capacity: ...........................................2.5tonne
Minimum Saddle Height: ......................95mm
Maximum Saddle Height: ...................485mm
Maximum Chassis Height: ..................160mm
Length: ................................................665mm
Weight: .................................................... 25kg
© Jack Sealey Limited 2012
INSTRUCTIONS FOR:
TROLLEY JACK 2.5TONNE
ALUMINIUM ROCKET LIFT
MODEL No: RJA2500
3. ASSEMBLY/PURGING
3.1 Assembly.
3.1.1 The jack comprises the following parts:
Aluminium chassis.
Two-part pumping handle.
3.1.2 Remove the retaining clip prior to assembling the jack handle.
Press the handle socket downwards and pull out the
transportation retaining clip from the hole in the base (fig.1).
Retain clip for future transportation.
3.1.3 Insert the upper handle into the lower handle. The locking ball
will lock the two pieces together.
3.1.4 Loosen the handle retaining screw from the handle socket.
3.1.5 Insert the pump handle into the handle socket, fully engaging
the universal joint of the release valve.
3.1.6 Ensure that the handle is correctly inserted into the socket,
then tighten the handle retaining screw.
3.2 Purging Hydraulic System.
3.2.1 Open the release valve by turning the handle one full turn
counter-clockwise.
3.2.2 Pump the handle a minimum of twenty full strokes.
3.2.3 Close the release valve by turning the handle clockwise.
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Original Language Version
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RJA2500 Issue: 1 - 04/12/12