Evercraft 776-1005 Manuel page 3

inStrUCtion manUaL
SETUP
PLEASE REFER TO THE EXPLODED VIEW DRAWING IN THIS MANUAL IN ORDER TO IDENTIFY PARTS.
1. Spread the arms of the "P" carrying handle so the holes in the arms will fit tightly over the "Q" lift arm pivot nuts.
2. In most cases the jack should work normally right out of the box, but it is not unusual for air to get trapped in the jack's hydraulic system during shipping and handling. Symptoms of
an air trapped system are a partial incremental pump stroke, jack will not lift a load, jack will not sustain load, or pumping feels spongy under load.
PURGING AIR FROM THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
a. Turn the release valve in a counterclockwise direction two full turns from its closed position with the pump handle provided.
b. Insert the pump handle in the handle sleeve and proceed to pump the jack ten full incremental pump strokes.
c. Now use the pump handle to turn the release valve in a clockwise direction until it stops. Put the handle in the handle sleeve and pump the lift arm up to maximum height.
d. If the pumping condition seems better, repeat steps "a" through "c" until all the air is purged from the system.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Obey all instructions to avoid possible injury or death.
IMPORTANT:
Before attempting to raise any vehicle, check vehicle service manual for recommended lifting surfaces.
OPERATION:
1. To raise load: Opening and closing the "A" release valve is accomplished by engaging the cross pin at the end of the "O" handle with the receiving slot in the "A"
release valve. Turn the handle in a clockwise direction until tight. Position the jack under the load. Proceed to pump the handle in order to raise the lift arm to the load. As the
saddle at the end of the lift arm gets closer to the load, reposition the jack so the saddle will contact the load firmly and the load is centered on the saddle. Make sure the
saddle is correctly positioned. Raise the load to the desired work height. Place jack stands of appropriate capacity at the vehicle manufacturers's recommended support
areas that provide stable support for the raised vehicle. DO NOT CRAWL UNDER VEHICLE WHILE LIFTING VEHICLE OR PLACING OR REMOVING THE JACK STANDS! Once jack
stands are positioned, turn the handle VERY SLOWLY. Lower the load to rest on the jack stands. Inspect the relationship between the jack stands and load to make sure the
setup is stable and safe. If the setup is not stable or safe, follow the preceding steps until corrected.
2. To lower load: Follow the procedures mentioned in "To raise load" section of the OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS in order to raise the load off the jack stands. Once the load has
cleared the jack stands, remove the stands from under the load and away from the work area. Turn handle very slowly in a counterclockwise direction until the load is
completely lowered to the ground. Once the jack's lifting saddle has cleared the load, remove the jack from under the load. CAUTION: Keep hands and feet away from the
hinge mechanism of the jack.
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 or grit 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 caster wheels, front axle, elevator arm,
handle base pivot bolts, release mechanism and all other bearing surfaces.
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 an authorized service center.
IMPORTANT: In order to prevent seal damage and jack failure, never use alcohol, hydraulic brake fluid, or transmission oil in the jack. Use NAPA Hydraulic Jack Oil #765-1541.
4. Every jack owner is responsible for keeping the jack labels clean and readable. Use a mild soap solution to wash external surfaces of the jack but not any moving hydraulic
components.
5. Inspect the jack before each use. Do not use the jack if any component is cracked, broken, bent, shows sign of damage or leaks hydraulic fluid. Do not use the jack if it has
loose or missing hardware or components, or is modified in any way. Take corrective action before using the jack again.
INSPECTION
Visual inspection should be made before each use of the jack, checking for leaking hydraulic fluid and damaged, loose or missing parts. Each jack must be inspected
by a manufacturer's repair facility immediately if subjected to an abnormal load or shock. Any jack which appears to be damaged in any way, is found to be badly
worn, or operates abnormally MUST BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE. It is recommended that an annual inspection of the jack be made by a manufacturer's authorized
repair facility. A list of authorized repair facilities is available from the manufacturer.
PROPER STORAGE
It is recommended that the jack be stored in a dry location with all wheels touching the ground on a relatively level surface.
776-1005 3 rev. 10/04/11