1. DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT
The model BT TOP jack is a manually operated
mechanical jack.
2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
To use the jack, turn the operating handle. The
action of the operating handle may be stopped
at any time. The load is held firmly. To ensure
that the brake operates correctly do not apply
any lubricant through the operating handle
axle.
3. WARNINGS AGAINST HAZARDOUS
OPERATIONS
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a) Avoid overloads. Check that the load never
exceeds the working load limit indicated on
the label when using the lifting head and
70 % of the working load limit when using
the lifting toe. (Models 16 and 20 t only).
b) Never work or position yourself under a load
lifted by a jack. The load shall be correctly
secured and balanced by wedges the
resistance of which has been calculated to
maintain the load in position. (fig. 5)
c) Never knock or bang against a load lifted by
a jack (fig. 6).
d) Never lift a load with the jack in an inclined
position (fig. 2).
e) Ensure that at the base of the jack, the
ground is sufficiently firm to support the load.
If not, strengthening arrangements should
be
made.
strengtheners are used should be checked
by a competent person (fig. 3).
f) Never use the jack to lift loads that could
give way or of which the various parts are
not firmly locked together (fig. 4).
g) Never use a rusty or damaged jack.
h) Never leave a load lifted by a jack
unattended.
i) During any lifting or lowering operation, take
great care to ensure that the user is out of
range should the load fall.
Any
arrangements
4. CHECKS BEFORE USE
a) Ensure that the load to be lifted or moved
does not exceed the maximum working load
of the jack.
b) Check that no part of the jack is corroded,
damaged or broken. Replace any jack
showing any of these signs.
c) Without any load on the jack, check that the
operating handle turns freely and does not
catch at any point, over the full lifting range
of the jack.
5. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
a) At least annually, the mechanical and
general condition of the jack should be
checked by an approved TRACTEL
repairer.
b) Where the jack is subject to a high rate of
usage or used in conditions which are
particularly dusty or subject to the effects of
corrosive chemicals, the jack should be
checked more often.
c) Ensure that the gearing and sliding guide
are well lubricated. Use TOTAL multi EP 1 or
Molydal Multi TP grade 1 lubrication.
d) Never apply a lubricant, grease or oil or
aerosol, through the side case at the point of
the operating handle axle, which could
adversely affect the correct operation of the
brake.
where
e) In case of doubt about the condition or
efficiency of the jack, contact your dealer or
approved TRACTEL
6. HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK
It is the responsibility of every company to
ensure that its employees have been fully and
properly trained in the safe operation of the
equipment.
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