FTJ1200 1200 LBS. FLOOR STYLE TRANSMISSION JACK
SETUP
PLEASE REFER TO THE EXPLODED VIEW DRAWING IN THIS MANUAL IN ORDER TO IDENTIFY PARTS.
1.
Refer to the exploded view drawing on page 5 to identify jack components.
2.
Secure the (#44) fingers to the (#52) saddle plate with the (#43) hex bolts and (#42) washers.
3.
Secure the (#51) chain to the (#52) saddle plate according to the drawing on page 5.
4.
Secure the (#2) handle in the (#5) hydraulic unit with the screw.
5.
Air may get trapped in the hydraulic system during freight and handling.
PURGING AIR FROM THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM:
a. Rotate the release valve knob at the top of the (#5) hydraulic block in a clockwise direction until tight.
Now turn it in a counterclockwise direction two full turns.
b. Activate the (#1) hand pump about 15 times.
c. Rotate the knob at the top of the hydraulic block in a clockwise direction until tight.
d. Activate the hand pump until the lift arm is raised to maximum height. You should experience a full pump stroke
with each incremental pump.
e. Repeat steps "a" through "d" until all air is purged from the system.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This is the safety alert symbol used for the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS section of this manual to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all instructions to avoid possible injury or death.
1.
Lift the vehicle to the desired work height, and support the vehicle in accordance with the lift manufacturer's
recommended lifting and support procedures.
2.
Position the transmission jack directly under the transmission. Turn the release valve knob all the way in a clockwise
direction until it stops. Pump the handle (#2), and the saddle assembly will start to rise. Raise the saddle to a height very
close to the center of balance point of the transmission, but do not touch the transmission.
3.
Loosen the four bolts that secure the four fingers to the saddle. The fingers can be adjusted in and out to help position
the transmission on the saddle. Now gently raise the saddle so it supports the transmission. Adjust the four fingers in
position against the transmission, and tighten. Fore and aft saddle tilt adjustments are sometimes necessary to properly
position the transmission on the saddle. Side to side tilt positioning may be necessary for the same reason and can be
accomplished by activating the side to side tilt knob.
4.
The chains should be pulled over the center of balance portion of the transmission and secured on the chain hook.
Rotate the (#33) wing nut to take up the slack in the chain and secure the transmission to the saddle.
5.
Remove the transmission from the engine according to instructions in the vehicle service manual.
6.
Once the transmission has been disconnected from the engine, very slowly turn the jack's release valve knob in a
counterclockwise direction to make sure the jack's saddle and transmission do not hang up on any undercar
components, wiring, fuel lines, etc. Continue to lower the jack all the way down.
7.
Remember to secure the transmission to the saddle before removing and installing, and follow the vehicle manufacturer's
instructions.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
This is the safety alert symbol used for the PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE section of this manual to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all instructions to avoid possible injury or death.
1.
Always store the jack in a well protected area where it will not be exposed to inclement weather, corrosive vapors,
abrasive dust, or any other harmful elements. The jack must be cleaned of water, snow, sand grit, oil, grease, or other
foreign matter before using.
2.
The jack must be lubricated periodically in order to prevent premature wearing of parts. A general purpose grease
must be applied to all zerk grease fittings, caster wheels, elevator arm, handle base pivot bolts, release mechanism and
all other bearing surfaces. Jacks found to be defective due to worn parts resulting from inadequate or no lubrication are
not eligible for warranty consideration.
3.
It should not be necessary to refill or top off the reservoir with hydraulic fluid unless there is an external leak. An external
leak requires immediate repair which must be performed in a dirt-free environment by qualified hydraulic repair
personnel who are familiar with this equipment.
FTJ1200
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03/16/20