DRAPER 28481 User Manual

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8. Maintenance

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Important: Maintenance and repair of the jack must

onlybeperformedbyqualiedpersonnelwith

sucientknowledgeofthehydraulicssystemsused

in these devices.

8.1 General Maintenance

• Keep the jack clean and regularly lubricate all

moving parts.

− Dust and debris may cause components to

become clogged or jammed, and the product

may not perform at its best.

− Use a grease gun (Stock No. 47807) on the grease

nipple (5) to lubricate the lifting arm fulcrum bar

(6) – see the dedicated product manual for

instruction on its use.

• Protect the jack and its components from adverse

environmental and weather conditions, both during

use and when stored.

− The components may rust if exposed to damp air

for prolonged periods.

• Use only spare parts supplied by Draper Tools.

• Before each use, check for bent, broken, cracked or

loose parts, and ensure that the wheels rotate freely.

8.2 Checking and Replacing the Oil

To extend the working life of the product, keep the oil at

an appropriate level and replace it after periods of

prolonged intensive use.

CAUTION! Use AW 22 hydraulic oil. Never use brake or

engine oil.

WARNING! Oil spillage may cause the operating

surface to become slippery. Do not operate the jack on

oily surfaces.

Tocheck,drainandrelltheoilcapsule:

1. Place the jack on a level, horizontal surface.

2. Fully lower the lifting arm (3) and handle shaft (1).

3. Unscrew and remove the pump cover plate (9).

4. Removetheoilllerplug(7)andchecktheoillevel.

Important: The correct oil level is 5mm below the

llerplughole.

5. If the oil is dirty or needs replacing:

a. Drain any remaining contents into a container.

b. Rellthechamberwithnewoilasrequired,

keeping the oil free of dirt.

CAUTION! Excessive quantities of oil may render

the jack inoperable.

6. Replacetheoilllerplugandwipeawayany

excess oil.

7. Screw the pump cover plate back into place and

return the handle shaft to an upright position.

Always drain the jack of oil before disposal.

Dispose of oil according to local regulations.

8.3 Storing the Jack

When the jack is not in use:

• Remove bolt (E) and detach the handle shaft (1).

• Ensure that the lifting arm (3) is fully lowered

and apply an anti-corrosion product to the pistons

if appropriate.

• Store the jack in a clean and dry location, out of reach

of children.

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DRAPER 28481 Trolley Jack, 3 Tonne, Blue

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