PERFORMANCE TOOL W1611 (01) PDF Document

Before operating the PERFORMANCE TOOL W1611 Hydraulic Floor Jack, you must read and understand the entire instruction manual, including all warnings and safety guidelines. Ensure that you are of sound mind and body, not under the influence of any substance that might impair your vision, dexterity, or judgment. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information.

The specifications for the PERFORMANCE TOOL W1611 Hydraulic Floor Jack are:

Capacity: 4,500 lbs.

Minimum Lift Height: 5 1/4 in.

Maximum Lift Height: 15 1/2 in.

Base Length: 17 in.

Base Width: 8 in.

The important safety precautions for using the PERFORMANCE TOOL W1611 Hydraulic Floor Jack include:

1. Study, understand, and follow all instructions before operating this device.

2. DO NOT exceed the rated capacity. Overloading can cause damage to or failure of this product.

3. Use only on a hard, level surface capable of sustaining the load. Use of the jack on surfaces other than hard, level surfaces can result in jack instability and possible loss of load.

4. This is a lifting device only. Immediately after lifting, support the vehicle with appropriate means. Ensure that no personnel pass underneath the load until the load is securely supported by jack stands.

5. DO NOT adjust the safety valve.

6. Wear ANSI approved safety goggles and heavy-duty work gloves during use.

7. Keep clear of the load while lifting and lowering.

8. Lower load slowly.

9. DO NOT use for aircraft purposes.

10. Apply the parking brake and chock tires before lifting a vehicle.

11. Lift the vehicle only at the vehicle manufacturer recommended lift locations.

12. Inspect before every use; do not use if parts are loose or damaged.

13. Do not alter this product in any way.

14. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered work areas invite accidents.

15. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating this product. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

16. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating this product.

17. Do not operate this product while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating this product may result in serious personal injury.

18. Store idle jacks out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Jacks are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

19. Tool/equipment service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.

20. When servicing this product, use only identical replacement parts. Refer to the attached, product-specific parts list and diagram. Follow instructions in the Care & Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of injury and may void any applicable warranty.

21. Maintain labels and nameplates on this product. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact PERFORMANCE TOOL for a replacement.

22. Before use, read the manufacturer’s instruction manual for the vehicle (or object) you will lift.

23. When lifting only one wheel, support the load immediately with one jack stand (not included) placed under the side of the vehicle being lifted. Align the saddle of the jack stand directly under the vehicle’s frame or recommended lifting point.

24. When lifting the entire front end or rear end of a vehicle, support the load immediately with two jack stands. Align the saddles of the jack stands directly under the vehicle’s frame or recommended lifting points. Also, adjust the jack stands to the same height.

25. Do not work under the vehicle without properly supporting the vehicle with jack stands.

26. Avoid dangerous oncoming traffic. Use the jack as far away from the roadside as possible.

27. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.

28. Do not allow anyone inside the vehicle while using the jack. Keep all bystanders a safe distance away from the vehicle.

29. Do not support both ends of the vehicle at the same time.

30. Before lowering the jack, remove all tools and equipment from under the vehicle.

31. The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. The operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator.

The PERFORMANCE TOOL W1611 Hydraulic Floor Jack and its packaging contain a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

If air gets trapped in the hydraulic system of your PERFORMANCE TOOL W1611 Hydraulic Floor Jack during shipment or handling, causing it to malfunction, you need to bleed the jack. Follow these steps:

1. Place the pump handle over the release valve and turn counter-clockwise no more than two turns to open.

2. Pump the jack about 6 full strokes to ensure complete distribution of hydraulic fluid. (See Figure 1)

3. Repeat these steps as needed.

To raise a load with the PERFORMANCE TOOL W1611 Hydraulic Floor Jack:

1. Park the vehicle on a hard, level surface safely away from oncoming traffic.

2. Turn off the vehicle’s engine.

3. Place the vehicle’s transmission in PARK, if equipped with an automatic, or in its lowest gear, if equipped with a manual transmission.

4. Set the vehicle’s emergency brake and block the wheels that are not being lifted.

5. Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual for proper jacking procedures. Lift only on areas of the vehicle as specified by the manufacturer.

6. Make certain that the load is centered on the saddle.

7. Place the pump handle over the release valve and turn clockwise to close.

8. Insert the handle into the handle socket and pump to raise the load to the desired height.

9. ALWAYS support the load with jack stands. Place jack stands of appropriate capacity (not included) beneath the vehicle at locations recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. DO NOT get under the vehicle without jack stands. Jacks are not designed to maintain heavy loads for long periods of time. DO NOT attempt to put jack stands simultaneously under both ends of the vehicle or under one side of the vehicle. When using two jack stands, they must be at the same height.

To lower a load with the PERFORMANCE TOOL W1611 Hydraulic Floor Jack:

1. Remove all tools, parts, etc. from under the vehicle.

2. Position the saddle under the lifting point. Place the pump handle over the release valve and turn clockwise to close the valve release screw. Pump the upper/lower handle to raise the vehicle slightly above the saddle(s) of the jack stands. Then, collapse and remove the jack stand(s).

3. SLOWLY turn the release valve counter-clockwise with the handle just enough to allow controlled descent of the vehicle onto the ground. (Never more than two full turns).

4. Lower the jack completely. Then, store in a safe, dry location out of reach of children.

Monthly maintenance for the PERFORMANCE TOOL W1611 Hydraulic Floor Jack is recommended. Lubrication is critical as the jack supports heavy loads. Any restriction due to dirt, rust, etc. can cause either slow movement or extremely rapid jerks, damaging internal components. The following steps are designed to keep the jack maintained and operational:

1. Before each use, inspect the general condition of the jack. Check for broken, cracked, or bent parts, loose or missing parts, and any condition that may affect the proper operation of the product. Any jack that appears damaged in any way must be removed from service. Have the problem corrected before further use. DO NOT use damaged equipment.

2. Replace worn or damaged parts with PERFORMANCE TOOL replacement parts. Be sure that only qualified personnel perform repairs.

3. Before each use, thoroughly test the jack for proper operation prior to its actual use. If the jack appears not to be working properly, follow bleeding instructions on page 3.

4. When the jack is not in use, the ram and pump piston should be in the fully down position to keep their machined surfaces free from corrosion.

5. Keep the jack clean and well lubricated at points illustrated in figure 3.

6. For best results, use only hydraulic fluid with a rating of SAE 20 for refills. Check the fluid level with the jack in the fully down position. The fluid level should be up to the bottom of the oil fill port. (See figure 4)

7. Change the hydraulic oil at least once every three years:

a. With the jack fully lowered, remove the oil filler plug on the side of the housing.

b. Tip the jack to allow the old hydraulic oil to drain out of the housing completely, and dispose of the old hydraulic oil in accordance with local regulations.

c. With the jack upright, completely fill the housing with a high-quality hydraulic oil (not included) until the oil just begins to run out of the oil fill hole. Be VERY CAREFUL not to allow dirt or foreign matter into the system.

d. Then, reinstall the oil filler plug.

e. Clean with a clean cloth using a detergent or mild solvent. Then, store the jack in a safe, dry location with the ram and pump piston in the fully down position. Keep out of reach of children and other non-authorized people.

Here are common troubleshooting issues for the PERFORMANCE TOOL W1611 Hydraulic Floor Jack and their potential solutions:

Issue: Will not lift load

Solution 1: Power unit may be low in fluid. With the jack on a level surface and in the down position, remove the filler plug and add clean hydraulic jack fluid to the level of the filler.

Solution 2: Power unit may be air-bound. Open the release valve a minimum of 2 full turns. Pump the handle a minimum of 20 full strokes to purge air from the system.

Issue: Will not hold load

Solution 1: Valve may not be closing completely. To seat valves:

a.) Close the release valve.

b.) With the jack in the fully lowered position, manually raise the lifting arm as high as possible.

c.) Open the release valve and allow the jack to descend to the lowered position.

Issue: Will not lift to full height

Solution 1: Power unit may be low in fluid. With the jack on a level surface and in the down position, remove the filler plug and add clean hydraulic jack fluid to the level of the filler.

Solution 2: Power unit may be air-bound. Open the release valve a minimum of 2 full turns. Pump the handle a minimum of 20 full strokes to purge air from the system.

Issue: Pump feels “spongy” under load

Solution 1: Power unit may be low in fluid. With the jack on a level surface and in the down position, remove the filler plug and add clean hydraulic jack fluid to the level of the filler.

Solution 2: Power unit may be air-bound. Open the release valve a minimum of 2 full turns. Pump the handle a minimum of 20 full strokes to purge air from the system.

Issue: Handle raises under load

Solution 1: Valve may not be closing completely. To seat valves:

a.) Close the release valve.

b.) With the jack in the fully lowered position, manually raise the lifting arm as high as possible.

c.) Open the release valve and allow the jack to descend to the lowered position.

Issue: Handle lowers under load

Solution 1: Valve may not be closing completely. To seat valves:

a.) Close the release valve.

b.) With the jack in the fully lowered position, manually raise the lifting arm as high as possible.

c.) Open the release valve and allow the jack to descend to the lowered position.

Note: Problems listed above with more than one solution may have a combination of causes. Please be sure that all solutions listed for each problem have been checked to eliminate the possibility of further trouble. Sometimes solutions may need to be repeated for best results.

The replacement parts list for the main assembly of the PERFORMANCE TOOL W1611 Hydraulic Floor Jack includes:

The replacement parts list for the ram assembly of the PERFORMANCE TOOL W1611 Hydraulic Floor Jack includes: