Lubrication; Corrective Action - Omega Lift Equipment 18124C Mode D'emploi

MAINTENANCE
NOTICE: Use only good quality hydraulic jack oil. Avoid mixing different types of fluid and NEVER use brake fluid,
turbine oil, transmission fluid, motor oil or glycerin. Improper fluid can cause premature failure of the jack and the
potential for sudden and immediate loss of load. Premium hydraulic jack oil is recommended.
Adding oil
1. With ram plunger fully lowered and pump piston fully depressed, set jack in its upright, level position. Remove oil
filler screw.
2. Fill with oil until just below the rim of the oil filler plug hole. Reinstall the oil filler screw.
Changing oil
For best performance and longest life, replace the complete fluid supply at least once per year.
1. With ram plunger fully lowered and pump piston fully depressed, remove the oil filler screw.
2. Lay the jack on its side and drain the fluid into a suitable container.
NOTICE: Dispose of hydraulic oil in accordance with local environmental regulations.
3. Fill with oil until just below the rim of the oil filler hole. Reinstall the oil filler screw.
4. Perform Bleeding/Venting Trapped Air procedure, pg. 2.

Lubrication

1. A periodic coating of light lubricating oil to pivot points will help to prevent rust and assure that pump assemblies
move freely.
2. Air pump should be internally lubricated before each use. Use good quality air tool lubricant. If no in-line oiler
is used, pour a teaspoon of air tool oil into the air control valve inlet. Operate the jack with air pressure to fully
distribute the oil inside the air motor.
Cleaning
Periodically check the pump piston and ram for signs of rust/corrosion. Clean as needed and wipe with oily cloth.
NOTICE: Do not use sandpaper or abrasive material on ram and pump piston surfaces.
Storage
When not in use, store the jack with pump piston and ram plunger fully retracted and air supply disconnected.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom
Jack will not lift load
Jack will lift, but not maintain
pressure
Jack will not lower after
unloading
Poor lift performance
Will not lift to full extension
Possible Causes
• Release valve not tightly closed
• Overload condition
• Air pressure inadequate
• Release valve not tightly closed
• Overload condition
• Hydraulic unit malfunction
• Reservoir overfilled
• Fluid level low
• Air trapped in system
• Fluid level low
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Corrective Action

• Ensure release valve tightly closed
• Remedy overload condition
• Ensure adequate air pressure
• Ensure release valve tightly closed
• Remedy overload condition
• Contact Omega Tech. Service
• Ensure load is removed, then drain
fluid to proper level
• Ensure proper fluid level
• Follow Bleeding/Venting Trapped
Air procedure on page 2
• Ensure proper fluid level