SIDE-WIND, A-FRAME TRAILER JACK Model 95157 Assembly And Operation Instructions Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com To prevent serious injury, read and understand all warnings and instructions before use. Copyright 2006 by Harbor Freight Tools. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-335
SPECIFICATIONS Overall Dimensions: 23-3/4 H X 255 Dia. Adjustable Lift Range: 24 to 38 Maximum Lift Capacity: 2000 lb. Side-wind Handle: 360 Rotation Bracket Dimensions: 4-5/16 L X 5-1/8 W X 1/4 T Net Weight: 10.8 lb. Material: Steel Tubing & Bracket with ABS Grip Handle SAVE THIS MANUAL You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts and assembly diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Write the product serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram, or write the month and year of purchase if the product has no serial number. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference. Safety WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Read all instructions before using this product! 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Keep work area clean and well lighted. A cluttered and/or dim work area invites the possibility of accidents and personal injury. Store tools properly. When not in use, store this A-Frame Trailer Jack in a dry area to prevent rust to interior gearing. Use the right product for the intended job. This A-Frame Trailer Jack is intended for specific usage. Do not modify, or use this tool for a purpose for which it was not designed. Do not use this tool under the influence of alcohol or prescription drugs. Doing so may hinder your judgment and result in accidents and/or personal injury. Use eye protection. Always use ANSI-approved safety goggles when working with this product. Wear proper clothing. Always wear steel-toed shoes, long pants and long sleeved shirts when using this A-Frame Trailer Jack. Only use this product on flat, solid dry surfaces capable of supporting the Trailer Jack and its maximum capacity load. Do not exceed this product s maximum load capacity. Be aware of Dynamic Loading. If the A-Frame Trailer Jack while attached to the trailer is dropped onto a ground surface, it will create for a brief instant, an excess load, which may result in damage to the A-Frame Trailer Jack, the trailer, and its load and may result in personal injury. Keep children away. Do not allow children to play with, or near this Trailer Jack. SKU 95157 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-335 Page 2
10. 1 1 1 Examine before each use. Check the Trailer Jack for structural cracks, bends and any other condition that may affect the safe operation of this tool. Avoid trailer roll away. Avoid all situations that might cause the trailer to roll. Always use wheel blocks to prevent any movement of the trailers wheels. Be aware that the possibility of a trailer rolling always exists. Keep yourself well clear when raising or lowering the load. Keep fingers, arms, and feet clear of the Trailer Jack and Trailer Tongue while raising or lowering. Before towing the trailer, make certain the A-Frame Trailer Jack is fully raised. Note: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors that cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator. UNPACKING When unpacking, check that the product is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible. INSTALLATION 5. Secure the unloaded trailer s wheels with chocks (blocks) on hard, flat surface capable of supporting the weight of the trailer, Trailer Jack and required tools. This Trailer Jack is designed specially for use with A-Frame hitch. Never attempt to mount this Trailer Jack to a hitch or trailer not specifically designed for it. Insert the top of the Trailer Jack through the hole in the center of the A-Frame hitch until the Mounting Plate rests against the hitch. Line up the holes on the Mounting Plate with the holes in the A-Frame hitch. Secure the A-Frame Trailer Jack to the trailer tongue using 3/8 (10mm) diameter bolts, washers, nuts, and lock washers (grade 5 hardware required; not included). Securely tighten all nuts and bolts (not included) in place. Bolts must be of a length so that at least 4 threads are exposed below the attached nut. SKU 95157 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-335 Page 3
OPERATION After inserting base of A-Frame Trailer Jack into either, a base (not included) or a wheel (not included), it is ready to be used to support a trailer. Once the trailer is securely attached to the A-Frame Trailer Jack, turning the Side Wind Crank (handle) clockwise will raise the trailer. Turning it counterclockwise will lower the trailer. Hitching the trailer: The trailer should be on a level surface and the wheels should be blocked to prevent rolling. Raise the tongue of the trailer by cranking (turning) the handle of the A-Frame Trailer Jack clockwise. Raise the trailer tongue about 6 above the ball hitch on the vehicle to which the trailer is to be hitched. Slowly guide the towing vehicle back to the trailer hitch. When the towing vehicles hitching ball is just below the trailer hitch. Stop the towing vehicle and make sure the engine is off. Turn the A-Frame Trailer Jack handle slowly counterclockwise to lower the trailer onto the ball hitch. Keep turning the handle until the base rises away from the ground. Unhitching the trailer: Make sure both the towing vehicle and trailer are stopped on level ground and that the ground is hard enough to support the weight of the trailer. Turn off the vehicle engine. Block the wheels of the trailer. Turn the handle of the A-Frame Trailer Jack clockwise to raise the trailer away from the hitching ball of the towing vehicle. Raise the trailer hitch about 6 above the hitching ball. Carefully have the towing vehicle moved forward away from the trailer. WARNING: Never hitch or unhitch alone. Always have another adult helping and watching to prevent accidents and/or personal injury. SKU 95157 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-335 Page 4
MAINTENANCE Before each use, inspect the Trailer Jack for it s general condition. Check for loose bolts, misalignment, bent or broken parts and any other condition that may affect safe operation. If there are welds, check them for cracks. If Trailer Jack has been exposed to salt water or salt air, immediately wash it off with fresh water. Use a light oil to lubricate all moving parts. PARTS LIST Part Description Q ty 1 Screw M3 (1/4 ) 1 2 Top Lid 1 3 Below Gear 1 4 Above Gear 1 5 Handle Pin 1 6 Handle 1 7 Sheath 1 8 Pin on Screw 1 Part Description Q ty 9 Outer Tube Assembly 1 10 Inner Tube 1 11 Shelf 1 12 Bearing 1 13 Washer 1 14 Nut 1 15 Screw 1 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM Note: Some parts are listed for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. SKU 95157 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-335 Page 5
Record Product s Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY The manufacturer and/or distributor has provided the parts list and assembly diagram in this manual as a reference tool only. Neither the manufacturer or distributor makes any representation or warranty of any kind to the buyer that he or she is qualified to make any repairs to the product, or that he or she is qualified to replace any parts of the product. In fact, the manufacturer and/or distributor expressly states that all repairs and parts replacements should be undertaken by certified and licensed technicians, and not by the buyer. The buyer assumes all risk and liability arising out of his or her repairs to the original product or replacement parts thereto, or arising out of his or her installation of replacement parts thereto. Limited 90 Day warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of ninety days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness. To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. PO Box 6009 Camarillo, CA 93011 (800) 444-3353 SKU 95157 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-335 Page 6